Improving medication communication for older patients during hospital discharge
IMPACT-care (Improved Medication Communication and Patient Involvement at Care Transitions)
NA · Uppsala University Hospital · NCT06610214
This study tests a new way to help older patients understand their medications better when they leave the hospital, so they can take care of themselves and avoid mistakes with their drugs.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 200 (estimated) |
| Ages | 65 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Uppsala University Hospital (other) |
| Locations | 2 sites (Uppsala, Uppland and 1 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT06610214 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This intervention aims to enhance the discharge process for older patients by improving communication regarding medication management. It focuses on involving patients and their informal caregivers in their care, addressing the risks associated with transitions of care, particularly at hospital discharge. The study will implement structured discharge conversations to ensure that patients are better prepared for self-care and understand their medication regimens. By addressing gaps in communication between hospitals and subsequent care providers, the intervention seeks to reduce the incidence of preventable adverse drug events.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are individuals aged 65 or older who manage their medications independently or with assistance.
Not a fit: Patients in the late palliative phase of care or those unable to communicate in Swedish may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve medication safety and continuity of care for older patients post-discharge.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success in improving medication safety and communication during care transitions, indicating that this approach has potential.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Aged 65 or older * Manages medication independently or with assistance from a caregiver Exclusion Criteria: * In the late palliative phase of care before or during the hospital stay * Transfer to a non-participating ward * Residence outside the hospital's county * Admission from or discharge to a nursing home or short-term care facility * Inability to independently receive information and give consent independently (e.g., cognitive impairment, non-contactable) * Death during hospital stay * Inability to communicate in Swedish * Previous inclusion in the study * Relocation where another department maintains care responsibility * No persistent medication change post-discharge * Hospital stay on the study ward of fewer than 48 weekday hours (excluding holidays)
Where this trial is running
Uppsala, Uppland and 1 other locations
- Uppsala University Hospital — Uppsala, Uppland, Sweden (NOT_YET_RECRUITING)
- Uppsala University Hospital — Uppsala, Uppland, Sweden (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Ulrika Gillespie, PhD — Uppsala University Hospital
- Study coordinator: Ulrika Gillespie, PhD
- Email: ulrika.gillespie@akademiska.se
- Phone: +46186122671
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.
Conditions: Continuity of Patient Care, aged, pharmacist intervention, health communication, patient centered care, medication safety, medication information, hospital discharge