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Official title Implementing a Nurse-led Advance Care Planning (ACP) Intervention in Residential Care Homes
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06238063
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this cluster randomized controlled trial is to examine the effectiveness of a nurse-led advance care planning (ACP) intervention on improving ACP discussion uptake in residential care homes (RCHs). The main question it aims to answer is: The effectiveness of nurse-led advance care planning (ACP) interventions implemented on eligible residents in residential care homes on improving ACP discussion uptake in this population.
- Time commitment: about 2 years
- 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 65 and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Eligible participants have to be age 65 or older and be able to communicate in Cantonese or Mandarin.
- Participants will also be invited to identify family members involved in making decisions about their care to participate in the intervention. For...
You likely can't join if
- They have a moderate or severe significant cognitive impairment but do not have family members, or
- They have prior ACP experience (e.g., AD completed).
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Hong Kong, Hong Kong
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 study runs about 2 years per participant, based on its public description. The team confirms the exact schedule and number of visits before you enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 65 years and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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