EEG test for delirium in hospital patients
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This trial is testing whether a routine EEG (brain wave test) can help spot delirium early in older adults admitted to the ICU or oncology unit. Delirium causes sudden confusion, and finding it faster could lead to better care.
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Who can take part
- You are 55 years old or older
- You are at risk for or currently showing signs of delirium (sudden confusion)
- You are staying in the intensive care unit (ICU) or a cancer treatment floor
- Your hospital stay is expected to be longer than one day
- You speak English fluently
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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