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Evaluation of Providing Coffee to Patients Postoperatively to Decrease Length of Stay in the PACU
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Coffee for PACU Length of Stay and 3 related conditions. Completed, enrolled 178 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
The purpose of the study is to determine if providing coffee to patients who self-identify as coffee drinkers postoperatively will decrease the length of stay in the post-anesthesia care unit (PACU).
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
Patients will receive coffee in a Styrofoam cup at a temperature of 125 degree Fahrenheit or less. Coffee will be offered to the patient in the PACU once the patient's gag reflex has been restored following their procedure. Volume of estimated coffee consumption will be measured using a sample scale (with a maximum of 300mL of coffee offered)