Understanding the value of home time for veterans with dementia
Dementia and Value of Home Time
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · DUKE UNIVERSITY · NIH-10872658
This study is working to help veterans with dementia and their families make better choices when they visit the Emergency Department, by creating a tool that guides them and the doctors on whether to stay in the hospital or go home, all while keeping their needs and wishes in mind.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | DUKE UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (DURHAM, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10872658 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving care for veterans living with dementia who visit the Emergency Department (ED). It aims to develop a shared decision-making tool that helps ED providers, patients, and caregivers make informed choices about whether to admit patients to the hospital or discharge them home. By incorporating the values and preferences of patients and caregivers, the research seeks to reduce unnecessary hospital admissions and improve overall patient outcomes. The project also supports the career development of a promising physician-scientist in emergency medicine.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are veterans living with dementia who frequently visit the Emergency Department.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have dementia or are not veterans may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better decision-making in emergency care, ultimately enhancing the quality of life for veterans with dementia.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that shared decision-making tools can improve patient outcomes in various healthcare settings, suggesting a promising approach for this study.
Where this research is happening
DURHAM, UNITED STATES
- DUKE UNIVERSITY — DURHAM, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: VAN HOUTVEN, COURTNEY HAROLD — DUKE UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: VAN HOUTVEN, COURTNEY HAROLD
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.