Improving outcomes for survivors of acute respiratory failure through family-centered care
Adaptation and pilot testing of a family-centered intervention to improve long-term outcomes for survivors of acute respiratory failure
This study is looking at a new way to help people recover better after they’ve had serious breathing problems by involving their families in the care process, and it’s designed for patients and their loved ones to work together for better health outcomes.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chapel Hill, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10984281 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on adapting and testing a family-centered intervention aimed at enhancing the long-term recovery of individuals who have survived acute respiratory failure. The approach involves engaging family members in the care process to provide better support and improve health outcomes. The research will be conducted over five years at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill, where a team of experts will guide the development and implementation of this intervention. Patients and their families will be actively involved in the process to ensure the intervention meets their needs.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have recently survived an episode of acute respiratory failure and their family members.
Not a fit: Patients who have not experienced acute respiratory failure or those with chronic respiratory conditions unrelated to acute episodes may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved long-term health outcomes and quality of life for survivors of acute respiratory failure.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that family-centered interventions can significantly improve outcomes for critically ill patients, suggesting a promising avenue for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Chapel Hill, United States
- Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill — Chapel Hill, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Wendlandt, Blair N — Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill
- Study coordinator: Wendlandt, Blair N
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.