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Official title Eliciting Informed Goals of Care in Elderly Patients
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06002113
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Patient-centered medical care considers a patient's values and goals for their health and well-being. Healthcare providers use this information to formulate a medical care plan that is aligned with these expectations.
- 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 80 and older
You may be able to join if
- Hospitalized patients ≥ 80 years old with an acute medical or surgical condition admitted to any hospital ward
- Previously or currently documented CODE STATUS preferences include any life sustaining therapies
- Duration of admission ≥ 24 hours
- English speaking, or translator present
- Competent patient or substitute decision maker
You likely can't join if
- Treating physician, patient, or substitute decision maker declines
- Documented resuscitation preferences for comfort or supportive care
- New diagnosis of life-limiting illness on this hospital admission, for example, new diagnosis of metastatic cancer
- Clinically unstable, admitted to an intensive care unit, or currently receiving acute life support treatment (mechanical ventilation, acute dialysis...
- Readmission after index hospitalization
- Pre-existing need for chronic mechanical ventilation (invasive mechanical ventilation via tracheostomy \> 90 days) or maintenance dialysis...
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Barrie, Ontario, Canada
Compensation & support
Compensation mentioned.
ClinicalTrials.gov doesn't provide a reliable structured field for payment or travel support - confirm details with the study team.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This study's listing includes signals that participants may be compensated or receive a stipend. Amounts vary and are set by the study team - confirm the details with them.
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 - 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, 80 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Barrie, Ontario, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.