Evaluation of postoperative delirium in cardiac surgery patients with the SDACS screening tool: a multicenter-multiphase study

Chronic opioid use, hearing impairment, benzodiazepine history, and poor sleep quality post-surgery are linked to postoperative delirium in cardiac surgery patients. The SDACS screening tool effectively forecasts this syndrome early, offering bedside nurses a valuable tool for prompt intervention and improved patient outcomes. The SDACS screening tool aids in early delirium risk assessment, enabling timely interventions and better patient outcomes. By predicting postoperative delirium accurately, nurses can address risk factors proactively, potentially reducing its incidence and severity, leading to improved postoperative outcomes for patients.