Improving how antibiotics are prescribed for hospitalized children
Standardizing Antibiotic Prescribing for Children Hospitalized with Infections using Novel Metrics and Electronic Clinical Decision Support Tools
This study is working on creating helpful tools for doctors to make smarter choices about when to prescribe antibiotics for kids, aiming to ensure that children get the right treatment while reducing unnecessary use of these medications.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Children's Mercy Hosp (Kansas City, Mo) NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Kansas City, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10928139 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to address the issue of inappropriate antibiotic prescribing in children by developing and implementing electronic clinical decision support tools. These tools will help healthcare providers make better-informed decisions based on evidence-based guidelines, reducing variability in antibiotic use. The project will explore the factors contributing to prescribing differences among providers and work to enhance the usability of prescribing resources in busy hospital environments. By focusing on the integration of these tools into daily practice, the research seeks to improve antibiotic stewardship in pediatric care.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children who are hospitalized and require antibiotic treatment for infections.
Not a fit: Patients who are not hospitalized or do not require antibiotics for their condition may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more appropriate antibiotic use in hospitalized children, reducing unnecessary medication and improving patient outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that electronic clinical decision support tools can effectively improve prescribing practices in various medical settings, indicating potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Kansas City, United States
- Children's Mercy Hosp (Kansas City, Mo) — Kansas City, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Markham, Jessica Lynn — Children's Mercy Hosp (Kansas City, Mo)
- Study coordinator: Markham, Jessica Lynn
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.