Cardiac Arrest study: Education Intervention
Official title Removing Surrogates Uncertainty to Reduce Fear and Anxiety After Cardiac Events - Kids
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07707037
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study wants to see if the Heartsight program can be used by parents and if it might lower their uncertainty, anxiety, depression, and stress after their child’s cardiac arrest.
- Who it's for
- Parents or caregivers of children who have had a cardiac arrest.
- What's involved
- Participants will be randomly assigned to use the Heartsight online modules or a control group. They will access the program at home, watch videos, read information, and may complete short surveys. Researchers will track how often and how long they use the modules.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts about 3 months after the child’s discharge, with follow‑up visits or calls to assess parents’ feelings and program use.
Which group you join is decided by chance.
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Who can take part
Ages 0 to 17
You may be able to join if
- Caregiver
- Caregiver of a child \<17.5 years of age who had at least a 2 minute cardiac arrest, is expected to be discharged within 30 days, and to survive at...
- English speaking Child
- \<17.5 years of age
- Have had a cardiac arrest lasting more than 2 minutes within the past 7 days and have not yet been discharged from pediatric intensive care unit...
You likely can't join if
- 1) Parent or legal guardian is not the child's caregiver
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Philadelphia, 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?
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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, 0 days to 17 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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