Web Decision Aid + Communication tool
The goal of this study is to test a web-based shared decision-making tool to help families make fully informed decisions about life-sustaining treatments for patients with severe brain injuries in ICU settings.
Please Note
This information is provided to help you make a decision about participating in research in general.
The decision to join a study is between you and the individual study research team.
Study research team members will provide detailed information and answer any questions you have.
Some studies require you to join very quickly and the time for joining may have passed.
Some studies cannot be joined at the same time.
Who can participate? |
This study is designed for adult documented surrogate decision-makers who...
Represent a critically ill patient with a severe brain injury |
When do I start? |
Participation starts at least 3 days after admission |
How long will I be followed? |
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Key activities |
You will be asked to...Use an online tool to support your decisionsParticipate in family meetings Complete questionnaires before and after family meetings |
Important information |
You should know...Participation is your choice and you can stop any timeParticipation will not change your routine health care If you experience certain changes to your health or must take other medications, you may be told you can no longer participate. Details of the study will be provided by the study team members |
Where can I learn more? |
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