Lung ultrasound to predict confusion in older hospital patients
Part of Brain & nervous system, Infections, Lungs & breathing, Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at whether a simple ultrasound of the lungs can help doctors predict if older patients with breathing problems might become confused (delirium) during their hospital stay. Being part of this study may help improve care for older people in the hospital.
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Who can take part
- You must be 65 years old or older.
- You must have came to the hospital with breathing problems, like shortness of breath, a cough, or low oxygen levels.
- You must not have had delirium (confusion) when you arrived at the hospital.
- You must not have a terminal illness with a life expectancy of less than 3 months.
- You must not have had open chest or heart surgery in the past.
- You must be able to cooperate with a lung ultrasound exam.
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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