Understanding how hospital factors affect the quality of emergency care for children
Role of individual and hospital factors in quality of care for children in EDs
This study looks at how well emergency departments care for kids and explores how having special coordinators for pediatric care can make things better for young patients when they need help.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Massachusetts General Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10890071 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the quality of emergency care provided to children in general emergency departments (EDs) by examining various hospital-level characteristics. It focuses on the role of pediatric emergency care coordinators (PECCs) and how their presence and implementation can improve care quality and clinical outcomes for young patients. By analyzing data from diverse hospitals, the study aims to identify factors that contribute to better pediatric readiness and ultimately enhance the care children receive during emergency situations.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-11 years who require emergency care in general EDs.
Not a fit: Patients who do not require emergency care or are treated in specialized pediatric centers may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved emergency care practices for children, reducing mortality and enhancing overall health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has indicated that enhancing pediatric readiness in emergency departments can lead to improved outcomes, suggesting that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Massachusetts General Hospital — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Samuels-Kalow, Margaret Emily — Massachusetts General Hospital
- Study coordinator: Samuels-Kalow, Margaret Emily
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.