Improving care for children with respiratory illnesses in community hospitals
Pediatric Respiratory Illness Measurement System (PRIMES) Implementation in Community Hospital Settings
This study is all about making sure kids under 12 who are in the hospital for breathing problems, like asthma, get the best care possible, using a special tool to help hospitals improve how they treat these illnesses.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Kaiser Foundation Research Institute NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Oakland, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10922706 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the quality of care for children under 12 years old who are hospitalized with respiratory illnesses, such as asthma and bronchiolitis. It utilizes a specialized tool called the Pediatric Respiratory Illness Measurement System-Short Version (PRIMES-SV) to assess and improve hospital performance in treating these conditions. By implementing this tool in six community hospitals, the research aims to identify barriers to effective care and improve patient outcomes through targeted quality improvement initiatives. The study will analyze medical records to generate quality scores and understand factors that influence care delivery.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-11 years who are admitted to community hospitals with respiratory conditions.
Not a fit: Patients who are not hospitalized for respiratory illnesses or are older than 11 years may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatment and outcomes for children hospitalized with respiratory illnesses.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that quality improvement initiatives in hospital settings can lead to significant enhancements in patient care, suggesting that this approach has the potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Oakland, UNITED STATES
- Kaiser Foundation Research Institute — Oakland, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mangione-Smith, Rita — Kaiser Foundation Research Institute
- Study coordinator: Mangione-Smith, Rita
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 below.