Improving recruitment and retention of family members in ICU clinical trials

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 evaluates strategies to enhance the recruitment and retention of family members of ICU patients in clinical trials. It will test four specific strategies, two focused on recruitment and two on retention, integrated into three ongoing studies involving these family members. Participants will be randomized using a 2x2 factorial design, with the primary outcomes being the percentage of participants recruited and retained. The goal is to generate high-quality evidence to support family engagement practices in the ICU setting.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Has family member admitted to an intensive care unit.
* Expected hospital stay \> 48 hours
* Able to participate in English or French

Exclusion Criteria:

* Has another family member participating in the trial
* Repeat admissions within the study period

Where it's running

• Jewish General Hospital
  Montreal, Quebec, Canada Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Michael J Goldfarb, MD, MSc — Lady Davis Institute, McGill University, Jewish General Hospital
• Study coordinator: Jillian Kifell, MSc
• Email: jillian.kifell.ccomtl@ssss.gouv.qc.ca
• Phone: 5143408222

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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.