Sustained Effects of Multi-Modal Educational Interventions on Pediatric Emergency Department Utilization Patterns
Abstract
BACKGROUNDPediatric emergency department (ED) overcrowding is increasingly driven by non-emergent visits, contributing to system strain, prolonged wait times, and resource inefficiencies.Caregiver uncertainty regarding symptom severity and limited health literacy may influence care-seeking behaviors.This study evaluated the impact of a multi-modal educational intervention on caregiver health literacy and pediatric ED utilization patterns.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Emergency and Acute Care Studies
Cardiac Arrest and Resuscitation
Pediatric health and respiratory diseases
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Spartan Medical Research Journal
- Publisher
- Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine Statewide Campus System
- Volume
- 11
- Issue
- 2
- Publication date
- 30 July 2026
- Language
- EN