Center for Transformative Infrastructure Preservation and Sustainability

Project Details

Title:
Exploring Post-Crash Care with EMS Response to Impaired Driving Crashes in North Dakota
Principal Investigators:
Ihsan Khan and Kimberly Vachal
University:
Status:
Active
Type:
Research
Year:
2025
Grant #:
69A3552348308 (IIJA)
Project #:
CTIPS-044
RiP #:
Keywords:
crash reports, drugged drivers, drunk driving, emergency medical services, emergency response time, high risk locations, medical outcomes
USDOT Strategic Goal:
Safety

Abstract

Alcohol- and drug-impaired driving leads to severe crashes in North Dakota, yet police crash reports lack critical EMS response and patient care data. This study leverages NEMSIS data to assess EMS response times, treatment quality, and patient outcomes for impaired driving crashes. Using statistical analysis, time-series trends, and spatial mapping, the research identifies delays, care disparities, and high-risk locations. Findings will inform EMS resource allocation and improve post-crash care strategies, aligning with USDOT’s safety goals through advanced analytics that will transform foundational knowledge in this space.

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