Can a Nurse-Led program ease the burden on family caregivers?
NCT ID NCT07593729
First seen May 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026 · Updated 7 times
Summary
This study tests a 6-week nurse-led support program for family caregivers of people receiving home palliative care. The program includes education, phone coaching, and guidance on managing symptoms and medications. Researchers want to see if it improves caregivers' skills and reduces hospital visits. 150 caregivers will take part, with half receiving the program and half getting usual care.
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Locations
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Simav Doc. Dr. Ismail Karakuyu State Hospital
Simav, Kütahya, 43500, Turkey (Türkiye)
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What this could mean
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Active substance
Nurse-Led Caregiver Support Program (behavioral intervention)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could provide a simple, low-cost way to support family caregivers, reduce their stress, and help patients avoid unnecessary hospital visits.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 150 participants, so results may not apply to all caregivers. The program requires time and commitment, and some caregivers may not benefit.
Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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