Nil by Mouth Experiences V1

  • Research type

    Research Study

  • Full title

    Taste in ICU: Exploring Experiences whilst Nil by Mouth in Hospital

  • IRAS ID

    361414

  • Contact name

    suveer singh

  • Contact email

    suveer.singh@imperial.ac.uk

  • Sponsor organisation

    CHELSEA AND WESTMINSTER HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

  • Duration of Study in the UK

    0 years, 8 months, 0 days

  • Research summary

    A qualitative study using focus groups and individual interviews to explore the sensory and emotional experiences of patients who were nil by mouth (NBM) during their ICU or acute care (medical/surgical) admission. Thematic analysis will be used on transcribed discussions to better understand the patient experience and individual challenges, so as to inform future patient-centred interventions to alleviate distress.

  • REC name

    Wales REC 6

  • REC reference

    26/WA/0069

  • Date of REC Opinion

    11 Mar 2026

  • REC opinion

    Favourable Opinion