Investigating how electronic health records affect nursing care and medication errors in critical care settings
EHR usability and usefulness, perceived missed nursing care and medication errors in critical care
This study is looking at how easy and helpful electronic health records are for nurses in critical care, to see if they can make nursing care and medication safety better for patients like you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Maryland Baltimore NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11088096 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how the usability and usefulness of electronic health records (EHR) impact nursing care and medication safety in critical care environments. By examining the burdens nurses face while using EHRs, the study aims to identify factors that lead to missed nursing care and medication errors. The approach includes a multi-site, mixed-method field study that utilizes process mapping, data analytics, structured interviews, and real-time monitoring to gather comprehensive insights. The goal is to develop effective solutions that enhance EHR usability and ultimately improve patient safety and care quality.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients receiving care in critical care units where nursing workload and EHR usage are significant.
Not a fit: Patients who are not in critical care settings or those who do not interact with nurses using EHRs may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved nursing workflows and reduced medication errors, enhancing patient safety in critical care settings.
How similar studies have performed: While there have been limited studies on EHR usability, this research aims to fill critical gaps and is expected to provide novel insights into the relationship between EHR use and patient safety.
Where this research is happening
Baltimore, United States
- University of Maryland Baltimore — Baltimore, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Miller, Alison Hope — University of Maryland Baltimore
- Study coordinator: Miller, Alison Hope
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.