Caring for hospitalized older adults
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests a new approach to caring for older adults in the hospital to prevent confusion (delirium). It involves having a family member or care partner stay with the patient during the hospital stay.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 70 years old or older.
- You are expected to stay in the hospital for at least 72 hours.
- A family member or care partner can be with you in the hospital.
- You have at least one risk factor for confusion, such as memory problems, difficulty with daily activities, dehydration, or trouble seeing or hearing.
- You are able to communicate verbally and are not in a coma or on a breathing machine.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
Similar studies
Other trials that look related to this one.
This study looks at ways to improve care and support for older adults with mild memory problems or dementia after they leave the hospital and go home with home care services. It may help you by providing extra help and resources during your recovery at home.
This study is testing a care-partner support tool for people who provide unpaid care to a hospitalized adult loved one or partner with dementia-related needs. It may help caregivers and hospitals communicate and coordinate better during a hospital stay.
This study tests a new training program meant to help staff at assisted living communities better care for people with dementia. It also invites family members to share their experiences to improve how care is given.
This study tests a way to identify delirium (sudden confusion) in older adults with Alzheimer's or other dementias while they are in the emergency room or hospital. It may help doctors detect and treat confusion faster.
This study looks at a redesigned surgical care plan to better support older adults who may have memory or thinking changes after major planned surgery. If you qualify, you would be assessed before surgery and followed after to see whether this approach helps.
This trial is testing practical ways to recognize delirium, a sudden type of hospital confusion, in older patients. It may help your care team spot confusion earlier and respond sooner.
Hear when a new Delirium trial opens
We’ll email you when one opens — at most once a week, no account needed, unsubscribe anytime.