Investigating nurse-patient communication in primary care
Official title: The Patient's First Point of Contact (PINPOINT) - Protocol of a Prospective Multicentre Study of Communication and Decision-making During Patient Assessments by Primary Care Practice Nurses
Run by University of Boras · NCT06067672 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how nurses talk with patients during their first visit in primary care to see how it affects patient care and find ways to improve communication.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 150 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | University of Boras Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Borås) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | August 15, 2023 |
| Main results expected | December 31, 2027 |
| Study ends | December 31, 2027 |
| Registry record updated | October 5, 2023 |
| Trial ID | NCT06067672 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are patients seeking primary care for new health concerns or episodes.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with chronic or continuous health problems may not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to explore the communication and decision-making practices during the initial assessment of patients by registered nurses in primary care settings. It will examine patients' expectations and experiences, the level of patient involvement in communication, and the challenges faced by nurses in prioritizing care. The study will analyze effective communication practices and develop methodologies to enhance the assessment and management processes for nurses. By focusing on real-world interactions, the study seeks to identify best practices and feasible solutions for improving nurse-patient relations.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved communication strategies that enhance patient care and satisfaction in primary care settings.
How similar studies have gone: While there have been studies on nurse-patient communication, this specific observational approach focusing on initial assessments is relatively novel.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Registered Nurses at primary care centres and patients seeking primary care for a new health concern or a new episode of a problem Exclusion Criteria: * Patients visiting the primary care nurse with a chronic or continuous health problem
Where it's running
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University of Borås
Borås, Sweden Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Annelie Sundler, Professor — University of Borås
- Study coordinator: Annelie Sundler, Professor
- Email: annelie.sundler@hb.se
- Phone: +4633 4354000
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.