New online training helps nursing home staff calm Dementia-Related behaviors

NCT ID NCT04610944

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Kansas Medical Center Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested an online training program called CHATO for nursing home staff who care for people with Alzheimer's or other dementias. The training aimed to improve how staff communicate, which may reduce behavioral symptoms like agitation or rejection of care. Over 5,000 staff from nursing homes across the U.S. took part. The study measured changes in residents' behavior and use of medications over several months.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Alzheimer disease Behavior Communication communication disorder dementia

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

ALZHEIMER DISEASE COMMUNICATION DEMENTIA

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Kansas School of Nursing

Kansas City, Kansas, 66160, United States

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