Comparing Hospital Care Pathways for Acute Medical Illness
Part of Infections, Kidney & urinary, Lungs & breathing, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study compares two different hospital care pathways for adults admitted with acute medical emergencies like infections, falls, or COPD flare-ups. The goal is to see which pathway provides more appropriate and effective care.
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Who can take part
- You are 21 years old or older
- You were admitted to the hospital directly from the emergency department
- You have an acute medical condition such as an infection, fall/balance problem, or sudden worsening of COPD
- You will stay in the hospital for at least 24 hours
- You are not currently receiving chemotherapy for cancer
- You are not pregnant
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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