Who decides for you? survey asks incarcerated older adults

NCT ID NCT07751731

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: National Institutes of Health Clinical Center (CC) Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Aug 07, 2026 · Last updated Aug 14, 2026 · Updated 5 times

Summary

This study uses a tablet-based survey to ask people in US prisons who they would want to make medical decisions for them if they became unable to decide for themselves. Participants answer 26 questions and give feedback on whether each question is clear. The goal is to refine the survey so it can later be used to understand the preferences of incarcerated older adults.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Tablet-based survey
What this could lead to: If the survey questions are clear, the findings could help ensure that incarcerated older adults' preferences for surrogate decision-makers are understood and respected.
What could go wrong: This is a survey study, not a treatment trial. It only tests question clarity, so it won't directly change medical care. Responses may not represent all incarcerated people.

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Locations

National Institutes of Health Clinical Center
RECRUITING

Bethesda, Maryland, 20892, United States

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