Simple chat with nurse could soothe dry mouth for the frail
NCT ID NCT05964959
First seen Apr 21, 2026 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026 · Updated 11 times
Summary
This 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 severity compared to usual care.
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Locations
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Onze Lieve Vrouwe Gasthuis (OLVG)
Amsterdam, Netherlands
What this could mean
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Active substance
Mouth Educational Program (nurse-led patient education)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could provide a simple, non-drug way to reduce dry mouth discomfort in frail or seriously ill patients.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed trial with only 70 participants. The effect may be modest, and results may not apply to all patients with dry mouth.
Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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