Improving COVID-19 care in emergency departments
Dissemination and Implementation of COVID-19 Care Innovations in ED Settings
This study is looking at how doctors and nurses in emergency rooms can share and use new ideas for treating COVID-19 patients, especially by figuring out what information they trust and how to get it quickly, so they can provide the best care possible during these challenging times.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Rand Corporation NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Santa Monica, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11026439 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on how emergency department clinicians can effectively share and implement new care innovations during the COVID-19 pandemic. It investigates the sources of information that clinicians use, including social media and pre-print publications, to make informed decisions about patient care. The study aims to understand the challenges faced by healthcare providers in rapidly changing situations and to develop strategies for better dissemination of critical information. By analyzing these processes, the research seeks to enhance the quality of care provided to COVID-19 patients in emergency settings.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients receiving care in emergency departments during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Not a fit: Patients who are not currently experiencing COVID-19 symptoms or who are not treated in emergency departments may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved patient outcomes by ensuring that emergency department clinicians have timely access to accurate information and effective treatment strategies for COVID-19.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in improving clinical practices through better information dissemination during public health emergencies, indicating that this approach has potential.
Where this research is happening
Santa Monica, United States
- Rand Corporation — Santa Monica, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mendel, Peter James — Rand Corporation
- Study coordinator: Mendel, Peter James
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.