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Simple chat with nurse could soothe dry mouth for the frail
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a nurse-led education program for dry mouth in 70 patients with life-limiting conditions or frailty. Nurses used guidelines to discuss causes and treatments with patients, creating a personalized plan. The goal was to see if this approach reduces dry mouth sever…
Matched conditions: END OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Leiden University Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 23, 2026 11:59 UTC
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Virtual reality brings peace to hospice patients and loved ones
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether watching calming nature scenes together in virtual reality could help hospice patients and their caregivers feel better. 26 patient-caregiver pairs tried the shared VR experience. Researchers measured changes in quality of life, fear of death, and pain, …
Matched conditions: END OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Prisma Health-Upstate • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 22, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Heart rate tech may help silent patients in palliative care
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a non-invasive heart monitor (ANI) to see if it can assess comfort in 20 non-communicating patients at the end of life. The monitor measures heart rate changes to detect stress or pain. Researchers compared ANI readings to nurses' pain scores during a painful pr…
Matched conditions: END OF LIFE
Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 19:05 UTC
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Mindfulness may ease sexual struggles for women after cancer
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a 4-week online mindful compassion program for women who had finished cancer treatment and were in hospice care at home. The goal was to see if it could improve sexual function, well-being, and quality of life. Twenty-two women took part, and the program include…
Matched conditions: END OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: London Metropolitan University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 18:57 UTC
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New conversation tool aims to improve End-of-Life care for kidney patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a communication tool called 'Best Case/Worst Case' for older adults with advanced kidney disease. Doctors were trained to discuss best, worst, and most likely outcomes for treatment options. The goal was to see if this approach helps patients receive more pallia…
Matched conditions: END OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 23, 2026 19:32 UTC
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New program helps families give comfort meds at end of life
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a nurse-led program called Palliate that trains family carers to prepare and give extra medications to loved ones dying at home. 30 adults evaluated how acceptable, safe, and easy the program was. The goal is to improve comfort and support for families during en…
Matched conditions: END OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Imperial College London • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 22, 2026 12:04 UTC
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ICU End-of-Life decisions: how often do families and doctors clash?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how often family members and doctors disagree when deciding to stop life-sustaining treatments in the intensive care unit (ICU). Researchers included 429 adult ICU patients in France whose treatment was limited. The goal was to measure these disagreements to …
Matched conditions: END OF LIFE
Sponsor: Société Française d'Anesthésie et de Réanimation • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 22, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Can better talks help kids with cancer have a gentler end of life?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a special communication program for doctors and parents of children with advanced cancer. The goal was to help families and doctors agree on treatment goals, especially for children nearing end of life. Researchers measured whether this improved the child's qual…
Matched conditions: END OF LIFE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Indiana University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 12, 2026 12:06 UTC