Overview
This project has focus on patients in palliation testing a digital platform TelePal.dk.
Description
The aim of the RCT study is to:
• Test, implement, and evaluate a telepalliation program for patients receiving palliative care (cancer, heart failure (HF), COPD, and motor neuron disease) from a clinical, psychosocial, inter-organizational, and health economic perspective.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria:
- Over 18 years
- Live in Esbjerg, Varde, Billund, Fanø or Vejen Municipality
- Cancer, heart failure, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and motor neuron disease (neurological diseases) referred to the Palliation Team at Southwest Jutland Hospital
- Basic computer skills or a relative who has basic computer skills
Exclusion Criteria:
- Delirium at enrolment based on CAM score
- Active psychiatric history (as noted in the medical record) other than depression or anxiety related to the main diagnosis referred to palliative care
- Lack of ability to cooperate