Helping Caregivers Care for Kids with Tracheostomies at Home
Part of Ear, nose & throat clinical trials.
This study offers help and training to caregivers of children with a tracheostomy who are getting ready to bring their child home from the hospital. The goal is to make caring for a child with a tracheostomy at home easier and safer.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are the main adult caregiver (18 or older) for a child (0–17 years old) with a tracheostomy.
- The child is expected to be discharged home from the hospital during the study.
- You can read and write in English, Spanish, Mandarin, or Arabic.
- You will live in the United States for at least 12 months after the child comes home.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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