This pilot study explored the feasibility of using wearable devices for continuous monitoring of vital signs in hospitalized palliative care patients. Out of 275 screened patients, only seven participated due to strict eligibility criteria. Wrist-worn devices provided valid data 61.5% of the time, while chest-wall devices achieved 55.2%. Heart rate and respiratory rate data were highly reliable, but oxygen saturation data performed poorly. Recruitment difficulties and device limitations led to premature termination of the study, as the target of 25 participants was unattainable. The study highlighted potential benefits but also significant challenges in implementation within this patient population. Read more…
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