Collection of resources on the 4AT delirium assessment tool
This repository includes a comprehensive interactive tutorial for learning and practicing the 4AT assessment.
Simply open tutorial.html in any modern web browser to access:
- Introduction: Overview of the 4AT and what delirium is
- Learn the 4AT: Detailed explanation of all 4 components
- Alertness (0-4 points)
- AMT4 - Abbreviated Mental Test 4 (0-2 points)
- Attention (0-2 points)
- Acute Change or Fluctuating Course (0-4 points)
- Practice Scenarios: 4 realistic clinical scenarios to test your knowledge
- Assessment Tool: Interactive scoring tool with real-time calculation and interpretation
- Reference Guide: Quick reference for clinical use
- ✅ Fully interactive with real-time scoring
- ✅ Practice scenarios with detailed explanations
- ✅ Clinical pearls and key points
- ✅ Professional, responsive design
- ✅ Works offline - no internet connection required
- ✅ Mobile-friendly interface
The 4AT is a brief screening tool (< 2 minutes) designed for rapid assessment of delirium and cognitive impairment. It can be used in hospitals, care homes, and emergency departments.
Score Interpretation:
- ≥4 points: Possible delirium ± cognitive impairment
- 1-3 points: Possible cognitive impairment
- 0 points: Delirium or severe cognitive impairment unlikely
No installation required! Just:
- Clone or download this repository
- Open
tutorial.htmlin your web browser - Start learning!
The 4AT is freely available at: www.the4at.com
Citation: MacLullich AMJ, et al. (2014). 4AT Rapid Clinical Test For Delirium
This educational tool is for training purposes. The 4AT is a screening instrument and does not replace clinical judgment.