Improving communication among healthcare teams to better diagnose shock.
Shock Patients: Interprofessional Communication to Enhance Diagnosis (SPICED)
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY AT CHICAGO · NIH-10892841
This study is all about helping doctors and nurses work better together when treating patients in shock, so they can agree on the best care and keep everyone safer and healthier.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY AT CHICAGO (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (CHICAGO, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10892841 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the communication between various healthcare professionals involved in the care of patients experiencing shock. By understanding the reasons behind disagreements among clinicians regarding the causes of shock, the project aims to develop a systematic process for sharing assessments and building consensus on treatment approaches. The goal is to improve patient safety and outcomes in critical care settings by fostering better collaboration among interprofessional teams.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients who are experiencing shock due to various underlying causes.
Not a fit: Patients who are not experiencing shock or those with stable conditions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate diagnoses and improved treatment strategies for patients experiencing shock.
How similar studies have performed: While there has been limited research specifically addressing interprofessional communication in shock diagnosis, improving communication in healthcare settings has shown promise in enhancing patient outcomes.
Where this research is happening
CHICAGO, UNITED STATES
- NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY AT CHICAGO — CHICAGO, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: STEY, ANNE M — NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY AT CHICAGO
- Study coordinator: STEY, ANNE M
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.