2008 Potential Extramural
Projects
Non-Research Specific Questions
Research Specific Questions |2008-N-03|2008-N-04|2008-N-05|2008-N-06| 2008-N-03Question:
We would like to apply because of our activities in this area. Moreover, we have
already provided needs assessment regarding rapid HIV testing utilization in the
Hospital setting and survey of OBGYN about this issue. However, we got the impression
that only sites that were enrolled in the pilot studies can apply. Is that true?
Please, advise. Answer: Funding preference will be given to national
organizations with experience with the FIMR-HIV Pilot Project, however other organizations
are eligible to apply. Top 2008-N-04Question:
After reviewing the funding opportunity for the project titled, "Pilot Testing
a Toolkit to Assess Reproductive Health (RH) Needs Among Women Affected by Disaster"
I understand that the CDC has already developed quantitative assessment tools
with information about the RH needs of women affected by disaster, however the
following remains unclear - Is awardee responsible for developing additional assessment
tools for the "Toolkit" or focusing on developing procedures to accompany
existing assessment tools and adapting the latter for relevant population to be
pilot tested? Answer: The awardee is NOT responsible for developing
additional assessment tools for the "Toolkit". The awardee will focus
on developing procedures to accompany existing assessment tools and adapting the
latter for relevant population to be pilot tested. Question: Is
pilot testing the implementation procedures part of the deliverables of this grant?
The project description states CDC has developed the assessment tools. Is the
objective to develop a sample strategy and pilot test it? The Special Requirements
section of the RFP reads, "The target population selected for each of the
three pilot tests should have been affected by a disaster 3-6 months prior to
when the Toolkit components will be pilot tested." When exactly would the
awardees' pilot-testing occur? 3-6 months following a future disaster or rather
is the awardee responsible for pilot testing the Toolkit in their local relevant
population, provide input and recommendations to DRH/CDC, and then the CDC/DRH
team will prepare additional pilot testing in the future 3-6 months post-disaster? Answer:
The awardee is expected to work directly with a local health department to pilot
test the Toolkit in a disaster-affected community 3-6 months following a disaster.
Top 2008-N-05Question:
Does the CDC expect the same attributes (abstract details) for nutrition articles
that they have been collecting for physical activity? Answer: Some
of the abstract details can be used for articles from different areas but some
other details are specific for nutrition or physical activity. For example: The
study design can be abstracted either for Nutrition or Physical activity but outcomes
are specifics. Question: In addition to modifying the existing data
abstraction system, is the awardee responsible for conducting the literature review
and abstracting of articles on nutrition? Answer: Question submitted
to CDC on February 21, 2008. Response pending. Top 2008-N-06Question:
Does this PEP: Evaluation of Pregnant and Post Partum Women's Use of State Quitlines,
qualify for the 8% training grant cap IDC rate? although it is an evaluation,
it appears to not be considered research since it is categorized as an N project. Answer:
This project is not considered research. This particular PEP does not qualify
for the 8% training IDC rate cap. Agencies should apply their current IDC rate
that has been approved thru the Division of Cost Allocation. If the IDC is unknown,
below is a link to search for their agencies approved rate and agreement. http://rates.psc.gov/fms/dca/new_search.html.
Question: The RFP indicates that preference will be given to submissions
from states with high rates of smoking among pregnant and postpartum women. Will
projects from states with pregnant/postpartum smoking rates that mirror the national
average be considered for funding? Answer: Yes, states with pregnant/postpartum
smoking rates that mirror the national average be considered for funding. Question:
The application calls for the awardee to develop a survey for prenatal care providers.
What definition should we use for prenatal care (physician, nurse, area of speciality)?
Would a sampling of a broader population of providers of care to women of reproductive
age be acceptable since new guidelines suggest that the first prenatal visit should
be the preconception visit?
Answer: The prenatal care provider
is a clinician that provides care to the woman during pregnancy. It can include
a nurse, nurse-midwife, or physician.
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