Comparing caregiver risk checks to standard tools in older adults
This study looks at whether the risk assessments done by trained family caregivers or nursing home staff are as good as standard hospital checklists for predicting who might get sicker or need to return to the hospital. It is for adults over 65 who are admitted for an acute medical problem, not for social reasons or end-of-life care.
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Who can take part
- You are 65 or older.
- You are being admitted to the hospital for a new, urgent medical problem.
- You are not being admitted mainly for social reasons.
- You are not receiving end-of-life (palliative) 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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