Emergence delirium in the PACU.

This article has discussed the phenomena of postoperative delirium in the PACU. Common causes have been reviewed and treatment strategies have been presented. Postoperative delirium is a challenging patient care problem that can jeopardize postoperative recovery. The critical care nurse who is astute to the possible causes of postoperative delirium and to treatments and interventions required will help to minimize the morbidity associated with postoperative delirium.