Hydration Care in Dementia Care Homes
Launched by NORTHUMBRIA UNIVERSITY · Feb 20, 2020
Trial Information
Current as of May 30, 2025
Completed
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
Previous literature has shown that maintaining adequate hydration levels for residents with dementia can be challenging. This is due to difficulties with swallowing, remembering to get drinks or refusal to drink. Dehydration in people with dementia is a major problem and significant cause of admission to hospital (Bourdel-Marchasson, 2004; Hodgkinson, Evans and Woods, 2003). Despite this, there is limited research into hydration interventions for this population, despite preliminary evidence suggesting the potential benefits of using multi-component interventions (Bunn et al. 2015).
The pr...
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- • Inclusion Criteria
- • must be a care home resident
- • assent for participation is provided by their surrogate decision maker
- • must be able to drink oral fluids
- • Exclusion Criteria
- • unable to drink oral fluids
- • receiving end of life care
About Northumbria University
Northumbria University is a leading research-intensive institution based in the UK, dedicated to advancing knowledge and innovation in various fields, including health sciences. As a clinical trial sponsor, the university leverages its academic expertise and state-of-the-art facilities to conduct high-quality research aimed at improving patient outcomes and informing clinical practices. With a commitment to ethical standards and regulatory compliance, Northumbria University collaborates with healthcare professionals and industry partners to explore novel therapeutic interventions and contribute to the body of evidence that shapes modern medicine.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear, United Kingdom
Patients applied
Trial Officials
Glenda Cook, PhD
Principal Investigator
Northumbria University
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported
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