What Does CAM Mean in Medical Terms?

CAM stands for Confusion Assessment Method. Bedside method detecting delirium.

Where you will see CAM

You will most often see CAM in neurology notes and assessments, emergency department and intensive care records, nursing notes, care plans and handovers.

Example

A chart note might use “CAM” as shorthand for Confusion Assessment Method when documenting a patient's care.

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