Improving ICU care through behavioral strategies

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study aims to enhance the adoption of effective evidence-based practices in ICUs for critically ill adults, particularly focusing on those with health disparities. It evaluates two strategies: real-time audit and feedback, and registered nurse implementation facilitation, to promote the ABCDEF bundle, which addresses common complications like delirium and weakness. By integrating these strategies, the study seeks to improve patient outcomes and reduce the incidence of preventable impairments associated with critical illness. The research is grounded in implementation science and behavioral economics to ensure practical applicability in real-world settings.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Age \> or = to 19 years at time of ICU admission
* Received invasive mechanical ventilation while in a cluster ICU
* Admitted to participating cluster ICU
* Cluster ICU length of stay of at least 24 hours

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patient who is admitted to the hospital who is already receiving chronic long-term mechanical ventilation from the home, assisted living, or long-term care setting
* Prisoners

Where it's running

• University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics
  Iowa City, Iowa, United States Recruiting
• University of Nebraska Medical Center
  Omaha, Nebraska, United States Recruiting
• Ohio State University
  Columbus, Ohio, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Michele C Balas, PhD, RN — University of Nebraska
• Study coordinator: Michele C Balas, PhD, RN
• Email: mibalas@unmc.edu
• Phone: (614) 949-5555

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.