Sleep study for kids in the PICU
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at how sleep and body rhythms are affected when a child is in the pediatric intensive care unit (PICU). It may help doctors find ways to improve sleep for children who are in the hospital.
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Who can take part
- Your child is between 3 and 6 years old on the day they enter the PICU
- You speak English and will be at your child's bedside
- Your child is expected to stay in the PICU for at least 24 to 48 hours
- Your child is not receiving medicine to paralyze their muscles
- Your child is not in end-of-life care
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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