Creating a tool to help emergency responders treat children outside of hospitals
Official title: Design and Development of an Evidence-based Cognitive Aid for Out-of-Hospital Treatment of Pediatric Patients
Funded at Pace University New York · NIH-10875938 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is creating a helpful tool for emergency medical workers to better treat kids in urgent situations, making sure they give the right medicine and care quickly, even when they might not have a lot of experience.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R15 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Pace University New York NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project start | June 6, 2024 |
| Project end | May 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $419,294 |
| NIH project number | 1R15LM014556-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10875938 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are pediatric patients who require emergency medical care outside of hospital settings.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not in need of emergency medical treatment or those who are adults may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to develop an evidence-based cognitive aid specifically designed for emergency medical personnel treating pediatric patients in out-of-hospital settings. It addresses the common issues of medication errors and delayed interventions that can occur due to the lack of experience and knowledge among prehospital providers. By focusing on real-world scenarios and integrating digital cognitive support, the project seeks to enhance the recognition of clinical conditions and adherence to treatment protocols for acutely ill and injured children. The approach includes identifying gaps in current practices and creating a tool that can adapt to the fast-paced environment of emergency care.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the safety and effectiveness of emergency care for children, potentially reducing medication errors and improving patient outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: While there have been efforts to improve pediatric emergency care, this research introduces a novel approach by developing a digital cognitive aid specifically tailored for prehospital settings, making it a potentially groundbreaking initiative.
Where this research is happening
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Pace University New York
New York, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Zhang, Zhan — Pace University New York
- Study coordinator: Zhang, Zhan
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.