A tool to help you transition from emergency to home care
This trial tests a tool designed to help emergency department patients and their caregivers manage care at home after discharge. If you or someone you care for is being discharged from the emergency room, this study may offer support.
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Who can take part
- You must be 14 years or older (or a caregiver for someone under 14)
- You must be seeking emergency care at one of the study locations
- You must be discharged home from the emergency department
- You must be able to read and understand English or French
- You must have a triage score of 2, 3, 4, or 5 (not the most urgent level 1)
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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