Assessing the humanization of care in hospitals in Andalusia, Spain
Evaluation and Development of the HUMANisation of CARE in the Andalusian Public Health System in Complex User Units and Hospital Emergency Units: Attention to Frailty, Prevention of Adverse Events, and the Impact of the Nurse-patient Relationship on Health Outcomes
This study is trying to see how making hospital care more personal affects patients' health and happiness, as well as the well-being of healthcare workers in Andalusia, Spain.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 3000 (estimated) |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Seville Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Seville) |
| Trial ID | NCT06174844 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study evaluates the humanization of healthcare by conducting patient interviews to gather data on relational, structural, and organizational aspects of care. It aims to correlate these factors with health outcomes such as pain, sleep quality, anxiety levels, and patient satisfaction. Additionally, the study will assess work ergonomics variables related to stress and burnout among healthcare professionals, linking these to the overall health outcomes observed. The focus is on understanding how the humanization of care impacts both patients and healthcare workers.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are patients admitted to internal medicine and emergency units of participating hospitals.
Not a fit: Patients experiencing haemodynamic instability or cognitive impairment may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved patient satisfaction and health outcomes in hospital settings.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success in assessing the impact of humanization in healthcare settings, indicating that this approach is supported by existing evidence.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * All patients admitted to the internal medicine and emergency units of the participating hospitals during the sampling time. Exclusion Criteria: * Patients presenting with haemodynamic instability or emergencies at the time of sampling * Patients with cognitive impairment
Where this trial is running
Seville
- Hospital Virgen del Rocío — Seville, Spain (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Regina Allande-Cussó, Dr. — Andalusian Health Service and University of Seville
- Study coordinator: Regina Allande-Cussó, Dr.
- Email: rallande@us.es
- Phone: +34954551475
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.