Understanding Emergency Care

STUDY BASICS

Are you over 65 years of age? Have you visited an emergency room in the last 3-6 months due to a sudden and serious traumatic injury? Traumatic injuries could include a fall or accident that resulted in broken ribs, a spinal cord injury or head injury. You may be able to participate in a research study to help improve the decisions doctors make to treat these injuries. Compensation is provided.

STUDY PURPOSE

The purpose of this research is to examine the way doctors think and direct care when they treat senior patients with serious injuries. Ultimately, better decisions may lead to better outcomes.

COULD THIS STUDY BE RIGHT FOR YOU?

• You must be over 65 years old.
• You must have visited the emergency room in the last 3-6 months for a sudden and serious injury, usually involving multiple body systems such as: a head injury plus broken ribs or a spinal cord injury plus a broken bone.
• If you are unable to complete the study task, a family member or caregiver could complete it instead.

WHAT PARTICIPANTS CAN EXPECT

• One 30-minute interview
• You will be asked questions regarding your experience as a trauma patient in the emergency department.
• The interview will be recorded and will take place over a Zoom call on-line or phone call.
• You will be paid $50 for participating.