ADEPT Tool for On-Shift Use

ADEPT

• Assess the patient with a focused history and physical exam
• Diagnose the presence of delirium
• Evaluate for underlying causes of delirium
• Prevent worsening or development of delirium in high-risk patients
• Treat the delirium by
  • Addressing the underlying causes
  • Prevention steps
  • Medications to manage symptoms if needed

References

www.acep.org/adept