The Neecham Confusion Scale and the Delirium Observation Screening Scale: Capacity to discriminate and ease of use in clinical practice

Liesbeth A Gemert van1, Marieke J. Schuurmans2
1VU Medical Centre Amsterdam, De Boellelaan 1117, 1081 HV, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
2University of Professional Education, Bolognalaan 101, 3584, CJ Utrecht, The Netherlands

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