New tool aims to make tough end-of-life talks easier in the ER

NCT ID NCT03833622

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

Summary

This study is testing a decision aid tool to help older adults (age 60+) and their doctors have better conversations about goals of care in the emergency department. The tool is designed for patients at high risk of critical illness. Researchers will collect feedback from patients and doctors to improve the tool and see if it increases satisfaction with these important discussions.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Mayo Clinic in Arizona

    NOT_YET_RECRUITING

    Scottsdale, Arizona, 85259, United States

  • Mayo Clinic in Florida

    NOT_YET_RECRUITING

    Jacksonville, Florida, 32224, United States

  • Mayo Clinic in Rochester

    RECRUITING

    Rochester, Minnesota, 55905, United States

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