Feasibility of a Standardized Video for Patient Education and as a Decision Aid on Code Status for Patients in the Emergency Department Pending Admission to the Hospital

Overview

About this study

The researchers hypothesize that patients and their families will be comfortable watching standardized CPR informational videos and that they would recommend that others watch the videos. Furthermore, the researchers hypothesize that patients and their families will find the videos helpful in their own end-of-life planning.

Participation eligibility

Participant eligibility includes age, gender, type and stage of disease, and previous treatments or health concerns. Guidelines differ from study to study, and identify who can or cannot participate. There is no guarantee that every individual who qualifies and wants to participate in a trial will be enrolled. Contact the study team to discuss study eligibility and potential participation.

Inclusion Criteria

  • Any patient in the Emergency Department whose disposition is listed as a full admission to the hospital
  • Provider willingness to have patient watch the video and be available to answer questions after.
  • Age > 65
  • Ability to provide consent

Exclusion Criteria

  • Does not speak English
  • Hearing or visually impaired
  • Prisoner or incarcerated
  • Inability to provide consent according to attending Physician or Study Coordinator and legal power of attorney is not present

Participating Mayo Clinic locations

Study statuses change often. Please contact the study team for the most up-to-date information regarding possible participation.

Mayo Clinic Location Status

Rochester, Minn.

Mayo Clinic principal investigator

Caitlin Loprinzi Brauer, M.D.

Closed for enrollment

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