Understanding and addressing safety issues for hospitalized children
Detecting and Understanding Disparities in Pediatric Safety Events for Hospitalized Children
This study looks at safety issues in hospitals that affect kids, especially focusing on how these problems are worse for children of color and those from low-income families, with the goal of finding ways to make sure all kids get the safe care they deserve.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R03 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Children's Research Institute NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Washington, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10661525 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the safety events that occur in hospitals affecting children, particularly focusing on how these events disproportionately impact children of color and those from low-income backgrounds. By utilizing existing pediatric safety measures, the study aims to identify and understand the factors contributing to these disparities. The research employs a mixed-methods approach, incorporating both quantitative and qualitative data to inform interventions aimed at ensuring equitable care for all hospitalized children. The ultimate goal is to eliminate racial and socio-economic disparities in pediatric safety events.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are hospitalized children, particularly those from racial and socio-economic minority groups.
Not a fit: Patients who are not hospitalized or those who do not belong to the affected demographic groups may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved safety protocols in hospitals, ensuring that all children receive equitable care regardless of their background.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in addressing health disparities in pediatric care, indicating that this approach has potential for meaningful impact.
Where this research is happening
Washington, United States
- Children's Research Institute — Washington, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Parikh, Kavita — Children's Research Institute
- Study coordinator: Parikh, Kavita
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.