Does a positive NECPAL score mean higher risk in the ICU?
This study looks at whether a specific tool, called NECPAL, can help predict if older adults in the ICU are more likely to have a higher risk of dying. NECPAL is a way to identify people who might benefit from extra support or palliative care.
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Who can take part
- You are 75 years old or older.
- You have been admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) of the study hospital.
- You are able to give legal permission (or have a family member who can) for the study.
- You have not passed away within the first 24 hours of being in the ICU.
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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