Award
NIH Reporter #5K76AG074941-05
Establishing and Implementing Pneumonia Diagnosis in ED Older Adults: A Mixed Methods Approach
Recipient
Katherine Hunold Buck
Award Amount
$229,765.00
Ceiling
$229,765.00
Awarded
July 03, 2026
Identifier
5K76AG074941-05
A project funded by the National Institute on Aging to develop and implement improved diagnostic methods for pneumonia in older adults in emergency departments, focusing on novel serum tests and diagnostic pathways to improve patient outcomes.
Description
This project aims to improve pneumonia diagnosis in older adults presenting to emergency departments by investigating novel serum tests, developing a diagnostic pathway, and applying group concept mapping for implementation. The goal is to enhance diagnostic accuracy, reduce morbidity and mortality, and facilitate future validation and implementation.