Using the Family Room App to Support Caregivers
A Phase I Clinical Trial Evaluating the Impact of the Family Room App on Caregiver Well-being, Satisfaction, and Engagement in the Intensive Care Unit
This study tests whether using the Family Room app can help family caregivers feel more involved and satisfied while caring for patients in intensive care units.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 100 (estimated) |
| Ages | 19 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Nebraska Academic / other |
| Locations | 2 sites (Omaha, Nebraska and 1 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT06463158 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the effectiveness of the Family Room application, a point-of-care tool designed to engage family caregivers in the care of patients in intensive care units (ICUs). By comparing caregiver experiences between those using the app and a control group receiving standard care, the study aims to assess improvements in caregiver well-being, engagement, and satisfaction. Participants will be recruited from multiple ICUs to ensure diverse representation, with a focus on enhancing the role of caregivers during serious illness. Surveys will be utilized to gather data on the impact of the application on caregivers' experiences.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adult family caregivers who are present at the bedside of a patient in the ICU and are authorized to make medical decisions.
Not a fit: Patients whose caregivers are not authorized representatives or who are not present during the ICU admission may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could significantly improve caregiver engagement and satisfaction, leading to better patient care outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown positive outcomes with similar caregiver engagement tools, suggesting potential for success in this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * 19 years of age or older * Present at participant's bedside during the intensive care unit (ICU) admission * Participant's legally authorized representative (LAR) or designated caregiver to make medical decisions on their behalf Exclusion Criteria: • Not legally authorized representative (LAR) or designated caregiver to make medical decisions on their behalf
Where this trial is running
Omaha, Nebraska and 1 other locations
- Nebraska Medicine — Omaha, Nebraska, United States (Recruiting)
- University of Nebraska Medical Center — Omaha, Nebraska, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Breanna Hetland, PhD — University of Nebraska
- Study coordinator: Breanna Hetland, PhD
- Email: breanna.hetland@unmc.edu
- Phone: 309-231-4537
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.