CAM — Confusion Assessment Method
Purpose of this sheet: essential clinical assessment landmarks a nurse or licensed practical nurse in Quebec should keep in mind for clinical practice and for succeeding on the OIIQ or OIIAQ entry exam. Exam relevance: Correct use of standardized scales (Glasgow, PQRST, Braden, etc.) is regularly tested on the OIIQ exam. — Clinical landmarks — Delirium is present when features 1 AND 2 are present, with either 3 OR 4: 1. Acute onset and fluctuating course 2. Inattention 3. Disorganized thinking 4. Altered level of consciousness The CAM detects delirium; it does not diagnose its cause. Always look for the trigger: infection, dehydration, pain, constipation, urinary retention, medication. — Remember — Use this sheet in spaced repetition, pair it with a matching clinical scenario on NursEduc, and always compare values to the person's baseline before drawing conclusions. Keywords: clinical scale, assessment tool, Glasgow, PQRST, Braden, OIIQ exam, OIIQ exam prep, OIIAQ exam prep, nurse in Quebec, NursEduc.