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Virtual Communication in the Hospital: Impact on Patients and Surrogates

(VCHIPS Trial)

Recruiting in Palo Alto (17 mi)
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Overseen byAlexia M Torke, MD
Age: 65+
Sex: Any
Travel: May Be Covered
Time Reimbursement: Varies
Trial Phase: Academic
Waitlist Available
Sponsor: Indiana University
No Placebo Group

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?

This is a pilot study of scheduled video/audio conferences by clinical navigators on the experience of surrogate decision makers for hospitalized older adults with Alzheimer's disease (AD), delirium, and other causes of cognitive impairment. The purpose of this study is to learn more about the experiences of surrogate decision makers of hospitalized older adults when they cannot be physically present with the patient in the hospital. We will conduct a randomized pilot study of virtual visits to connect the surrogate decision makers of incapacitated, hospitalized older adults with AD, delirium, and related causes of cognitive impairment with the patient and clinicians.

Research Team

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Alexia M Torke, MD

Principal Investigator

Indiana University

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

The person who will take care of you cannot be with you every day.
The person acting as your surrogate is 18 years old or older.
You must have someone who can make medical decisions for you if you are unable to do so. This can be someone you have designated on a healthcare representative form or someone allowed by Indiana law.
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Treatment Details

Interventions

  • VCHIPS (Behavioural Intervention)
Participant Groups
2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Group I: VCHIPS: Intervention GroupExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Individuals in this group will work with a study nurse to schedule the intervention.
Group II: Usual Care: Control GroupActive Control1 Intervention
No interventions administered. Participant will receive usual care in the hospital.

Find a Clinic Near You

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Indiana University HealthIndianapolis, IN
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

Indiana University

Lead Sponsor

Trials
1063
Patients Recruited
1,182,000+

National Institute on Aging (NIA)

Collaborator

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1841
Patients Recruited
28,150,000+

National Institutes of Health (NIH)

Collaborator

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2896
Patients Recruited
8,053,000+

Indiana University Health

Collaborator

Trials
35
Patients Recruited
18,500+

Regenstrief Institute, Inc.

Collaborator

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27
Patients Recruited
98,500+
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