Clinical trial for Delirium
Official title Researching Efficient Approaches to Delirium Identification-Sustaining Effective Translation
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05915377
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this step-wedge trial is to test the implementation of daily nurse screening for delirium in routine care and its impact on outcomes and complications in hospitalized older adults admitted to 6 general medicine/surgery units at 3 hospitals in Pennsylvania and Massachusetts.
Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 70 and older
You may be able to join if
- General medicine (hospitalist) service
- Age 70 or older
- Expected hospital length of stay of 3 or more days
You likely can't join if
- Inability to communicate adequately in English
- Admitted for terminal care
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Boston, Massachusetts, United States
- State College, Pennsylvania, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part, but confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 70 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Boston, Massachusetts, United States; State College, Pennsylvania, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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