Evidence-based Practice in the Management of Gastric Tube Placement in Children (NCT07038538) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Evidence-based Practice in the Management of Gastric Tube Placement in Children
China2,750 participantsStarted 2025-06-26
Plain-language summary
This multi-center quality improvement project aims to enhance gastric tube placement practices for children by systematically reviewing the latest evidence. The project team will identify gaps between current practices and best evidence, analyze barriers to implementing evidence-based guidelines, and develop strategies to facilitate their integration into clinical settings. The focus will also be on improving the knowledge and skills of pediatric nurses through targeted education and support. Ultimately, this initiative seeks to ensure the safety and effectiveness of gastric tube placement in the pediatric population, leading to better patient outcomes and higher standards of care.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years
Sex
ALL
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Nurse Inclusion and Exclusion Criteria:
Inclusion:
* Nurses who hold a valid and legal nursing license.
* Nurses who have at least 1 year of clinical nursing experience in pediatric care.
Exclusion:
* Nurses who are on leave or not on duty.
* Nurses working in departments such as the operating room or intravenous compounding center, where nasogastric tube placement is not routinely performed.
* Nurses who are in training or on internships.
Pediatric Patient Inclusion and Exclusion Criteria:
Inclusion:
* Hospitalized children Aged 0-18 years.
* Scheduled for nasogastric tube placement.
* Parents or legal guardians have signed the informed consent form, agreeing to the child's participation in the study.
Exclusion:
* Presence of severe complications or unstable medical conditions.
* Nasogastric tube is intended for gastrointestinal decompression, drainage, or venting.
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
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Compliance rate of gastric tube placement protocols among pediatric nursing staff
Timeframe: From baseline to the end of the 3 months implementation