Study tests if saying 'Death' changes resuscitation decisions

NCT ID NCT07405710

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at whether using the word 'death' when asking patients about CPR affects their decisions. Researchers will invite 118 hospitalized adults over 65 to fill out electronic surveys about their code status. The goal is to see if different wording leads to different choices and to understand how doctors agree with those choices.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to
If it works, this could help hospitals communicate better with patients about end-of-life decisions.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study that only looks at how wording affects choices, not whether those choices improve health outcomes.

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  • Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital - New Brunswick

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    New Brunswick, New Jersey, 08901, United States

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