A Study to Test the Validity and Reliability of the PC 7

Overview

About this study

To conduct a preliminary test of the clinimetrics (validity, reliability, and clinical usefulness) of the PC 7, a new, quantified model for assessing the spiritual concerns of patients receiving palliative care (PC).

A secondary, exploratory aim is to use the PC 7 to describe trajectories of spiritual concern among patients receiving PC.

Participation eligibility

Participant eligibility includes age, gender, type and stage of disease, and previous treatments or health concerns. Guidelines differ from study to study, and identify who can or cannot participate. There is no guarantee that every individual who qualifies and wants to participate in a trial will be enrolled. Contact the study team to discuss study eligibility and potential participation.

Inclusion Criteria:

Be approaching the end of life. The primary criterion for identifying the patient’s prognosis is a referral to the PC team for discussion of goals of care. When the reason for referral to the PC team is unclear from the patient’s medical record the research assistant will ask the primary clinican whether they would be surprised if the patient died within the next 12 months. If the clinician responds they would not be surprised by that outcome then the patient will be determined to be eligible for participation in the study (Lynn, 2005; White et al., 2017).
Be receiving palliative care in an inpatient, outpatient, or home care setting.
Be age 18 or older.
Be able to speak English.

Exclusion Criteria:

Is cognitively unable to complete study measures (Mini Mental Status Exam [MMSE] < 24).
Has a history of psychosis (noted in medical record review).
Is participating in another psychosocial intervention study focused on concepts similar to this study.

Participating Mayo Clinic locations

Study statuses change often. Please contact the study team for the most up-to-date information regarding possible participation.

Mayo Clinic Location	Status
Rochester, Minn. Mayo Clinic principal investigator Abraham Labrada Santiago, MDiv, BCC	Closed for enrollment

Mayo Clinic Location

Status

Rochester, Minn.

Mayo Clinic principal investigator

Abraham Labrada Santiago, MDiv, BCC

Closed for enrollment

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