Improving how doctors use a tool to predict the risk of pulmonary embolism.
Nudging Provider Adoption of Clinical Decision Support: Implementation of an EHR-Agnostic Pulmonary Embolism Risk Prediction Tool
This study is looking at ways to help doctors in emergency rooms use a special tool that predicts the risk of blood clots in the lungs, so they can make better decisions about whether to do CT scans, which can sometimes be unnecessary and expose patients to extra radiation.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | New York University School of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11051198 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance the adoption of a clinical decision support tool designed to predict the risk of pulmonary embolism (PE) before conducting CT scans in emergency departments. By integrating behavioral economics principles, the project seeks to create 'nudges' that encourage healthcare providers to use evidence-based guidelines more effectively, thereby reducing unnecessary CT scans and associated risks. The study will evaluate how these nudges can improve provider behavior and decision-making in real clinical settings. Ultimately, the goal is to minimize unnecessary radiation exposure and improve patient safety.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients who are being evaluated for pulmonary embolism in emergency departments.
Not a fit: Patients who are not being assessed for pulmonary embolism or those who do not require CT scans will not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce unnecessary CT scans for pulmonary embolism, lowering radiation exposure and associated health risks for patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that integrating behavioral insights into clinical decision-making tools can improve provider adherence to guidelines, suggesting a promising avenue for this approach.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- New York University School of Medicine — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Richardson, Safiya — New York University School of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Richardson, Safiya
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.