Decision Algorithm for Vital Sign Assessment in the Outpatient Physical Therapy Setting (NCT07258030)
Development of a Decision Algorithm for Vital Sign Assessment in the Outpatient Physical Therapy Setting: An e-Delphi Study
🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
Brief Summary The goal of this observational study is to develop consensus-based criteria for when vital sign assessment (VSA) should be performed in outpatient physical therapy settings. The primary purpose is to identify clinical signs, symptoms, and other factors that inform decision-making for VSA to improve patient safety and guide treatment progression. Main Questions: 1. Which clinical characteristics indicate that vital signs should be assessed during outpatient physical therapy? 2. Which clinical characteristics indicate that vital signs do not need to be assessed? Study Design: This study uses a three-round electronic Delphi (e-Delphi) process to achieve expert consensus. Comparison: Researchers will compare responses across rounds to determine agreement and stability of criteria for inclusion in a decision algorithm. Participants: Licensed physical therapists with ≥5 years of clinical experience in outpatient settings. Procedures: Participants will: Complete three rounds of online surveys via Qualtrics. Round 1: Suggest signs, symptoms, and factors for assessing or not assessing vitals. Round 2: Rank importance of these factors on a 5-point Likert scale and suggest additional items. Round 3: Review aggregated results and finalize consensus on criteria.
Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.
Location: Youngstown State University — Youngstown, Ohio
Age range: 18 Years
🧪 Interventions in This Study
- E-Delphi (OTHER)
📋 "Do I Qualify?" — 1-Minute Self Screener
Instant ChecklistFull eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria ↗
📍 All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)
- Youngstown State University — Youngstown, Ohio
📞 Contact the Study Coordinator
Phone: (330) 941-1326
Email: ecickert@ysu.edu
Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.
💰 Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights
- 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
- Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA § 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
- Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.
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💡 How to Participate
- Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
- Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
- Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
- Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.