AHRQ Funded Projects
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Description: This research will enhance an augmented reality headset used to provide real-time feedback on pediatric chest compressions. Researchers will evaluate the usability and user experience of the augmented reality cardiopulmonary resuscitation tool in an international multicenter randomized simulation study, with the aim of improving the quality of chest compressions and saving lives.Principal Investigator: Kleinman, Keith, Jeffers, JustinProject Dates: April 01, 2023 to March 31, 2028
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Description: Researchers surveyed the key features that distinguish active patient portal users from nonusers to best meet the needs of a diverse patient population and inform guidance in areas of need and improvement in portal design and implementation to improve access and reduce barriers.Principal Investigator: Ahmed, NaheedProject Dates: September 30, 2019 to September 29, 2022
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Description: This study showed the feasibility and value of creating a methodology and process for a health information technology black box to inform electronic health record design and usability.Principal Investigator: Hettinger, Aaron ZacharyProject Dates: July 01, 2017 to June 30, 2019
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Description: This research study addressed the overuse of blood cultures to diagnose sepsis by developing an electronic health record-embedded clinical decision support tool that draws upon the strengths of analytical and naturalistic decision making.Principal Investigator: Xie, AnpingProject Dates: April 01, 2017 to March 31, 2020
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Description: Analysis of 5,200 patient safety event reports showed an association between electronic health record (EHR) usability and patient safety in both adults and children and led to development of an EHR usability and safety assessment tool that healthcare facilities can use to identify usability and safety issues.Principal Investigator: Ratwani, Raj M.Project Dates: September 30, 2015 to July 31, 2021
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Description: The Electronic Sexual Health Information Notification and Education study examined the use of mobile personal health records (PHRs) among black youth as a risk reduction tool for HIV and other sexually transmitted infections and found that they are useful discussion tools for partners.Principal Investigator: Jackman, Kevon-Mark PhillipProject Dates: April 01, 2014 to March 31, 2016
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Description: The project conducted an environmental scan and grey literature review, and key informant interviews to identify consumer product development practices that may be relevant to the design of consumer health information technology.Principal Investigator: Montague, EnidProject Dates: September 15, 2010 to September 14, 2012
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Description: While health information technology (IT) systems are expected to significantly reduce medication errors, studies have found that issues with usability and information design can actually facilitate errors or decrease the efficiency gains made possible by health IT.Principal Investigator: Johnson, ConstanceProject Dates: August 06, 2010 to February 08, 2012
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Description: This project developed a children’s electronic health record (EHR) format that contains the requirements for data elements, standards, usability, functionality, and interoperability for a pediatric EHR.Principal Investigator: Finley, ScottProject Dates: March 31, 2010 to November 30, 2012