FAM-CAM Translation and Validation Into German

Translation and Validation of the Family Confusion Assessment Method (FAM-CAM) Into German for the Detection of Delirium in Critically Ill Patients

Validation and Translation of the Family Confusion Assessment Method (FAM-CAM) into German according to Principles of Good Practice for the Translation and Cultural Adaptation Process for Patient-Reported Outcomes of the International Society for Pharmaoeconomics and Outcome Research and comparison to CAM-ICU.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Intensive Care Stay ≥ 48 hours
• Expected RASS ≥ 3
• Communication possible in German (minimum of C1 level of Common European Framework of Reference for Languages)

Exclusion Criteria:

• preexisting psychosis, dementia or depression