Improving emergency care for children in rural areas
Reducing Disparities for Children in Rural Emergency Resuscitation (RESCU-ER)
This study looks at why children in rural areas are more likely to face serious health risks during emergencies and how they get help from Emergency Medical Services, with the goal of finding ways to improve their chances of survival.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10885936 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the higher mortality rates of children in rural communities during emergencies, particularly focusing on how these children interact with Emergency Medical Services (EMS). It aims to identify factors that contribute to disparities in outcomes for children experiencing life-threatening conditions. By analyzing data on adverse safety events during EMS care, the project seeks to uncover modifiable factors that could improve survival rates. The research will involve comprehensive comparisons of rural child outcomes and the effectiveness of EMS interventions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-11 years living in rural communities who may experience life-threatening emergencies.
Not a fit: Patients living in urban areas or those outside the age range of 0-11 years may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved emergency care protocols that significantly reduce mortality rates for children in rural areas.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has highlighted significant disparities in emergency care outcomes, suggesting that addressing these issues could lead to meaningful improvements in rural health care.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Guise, Jeanne-Marie — Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Guise, Jeanne-Marie
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.