Nurse coaching may keep seniors with chronic illness out of the ER

NCT ID NCT07479810

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

Summary

This study tests whether a nurse-led educational program can help adults over 65 with chronic conditions improve self-care and reduce emergency room visits or hospital stays. Participants receive an initial assessment and at least three follow-up sessions over six months. Researchers will compare outcomes before and after the program to see if it makes a difference.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

nurse-led educational and follow-up program

What this could lead to

If successful, this could show that a structured nurse-led program helps older adults better manage their chronic conditions and reduces emergency visits.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage study without a control group, so results may not be conclusive or widely applicable. Improvements could be due to other factors.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Chronic Disease

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Casa della Comunità di Lonigo

    Lonigo, Vicenza, Italy