Music to prevent confusion in the ICU for older adults
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests whether listening to music can help prevent delirium (sudden confusion) in older patients in the intensive care unit. If it works, it could offer a simple, drug-free way to protect your thinking during a hospital stay.
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Who can take part
- You are 65 years old or older.
- You do not have delirium at the start of the study.
- You are expected to stay in the ICU for at least 48 hours.
- You do not have severe hearing or vision problems that can't be fixed.
- You are able to wear headphones safely (no head wounds or burns).
- You or your legal representative can agree to join the study.
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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