Posted on January 29th, 2024 by Academic Programs
Importance Universal nasal mupirocin plus chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) bathing in intensive care units (ICUs) prevents methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) infections and all-cause bloodstream infections. Antibiotic resistance to mupirocin has raised questions about whether an antiseptic could be advantageous for ICU decolonization. Objective To…
Posted on January 26th, 2024 by Academic Programs
Importance Anxiety is commonly seen in primary care and associated with substantial burden. Objective To review the benefits and harms of screening and treatment for anxiety and the accuracy of instruments to detect anxiety among primary care patients. Data Sources MEDLINE, PsychINFO, Cochrane…
Posted on January 26th, 2024 by Academic Programs
Importance Anxiety disorders are commonly occurring mental health conditions. They are often unrecognized in primary care settings and substantial delays in treatment initiation occur. Objective The US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) commissioned a systematic review to evaluate the benefits and harms…
Posted on January 23rd, 2024 by Academic Programs
In advanced team-based care models, clinical assistants, such as medical assistants (MA) and nurses, often perform both documentation and other clinical tasks in the course of patient care. For example, a nurse may obtain and record a patient’s vital signs…
Posted on January 23rd, 2024 by Academic Programs
Health care professionals who do not have specialized training in evaluating patients with diminished work capacity often find themselves facing patients who they believe are unable to work because of a health condition. This video explores essential information that front-line…
Posted on January 23rd, 2024 by Academic Programs
As the United States is experiencing an unprecedented drug-related overdose epidemic, there are steps we can take to prevent them. In this episode, we’ll discuss overdose prevention strategies, including the benefits of naloxone for opioid-related overdose prevention. We’ll also take…
Posted on January 23rd, 2024 by Academic Programs
Opioid use disorder is a chronic disease that affects many and can be effectively treated. Evidence-based treatment for opioid use disorder (OUD), as well as harm reduction initiatives, can help individuals maintain in treatment and mitigate risks of relapse. In…
Posted on January 23rd, 2024 by Academic Programs
There are many different treatment options for pain management, including prescribing opioids when clinically appropriate. In this episode, we’ll discuss considerations for determining the most appropriate treatment options for a patient with pain. After listening to this podcast, please take…
Posted on January 23rd, 2024 by Academic Programs
Blood pressure (BP) measurement is the most commonly performed medical procedure in clinical practice. Studies show that skills and knowledge in this area decay over time. To remain competent, it is important to engage in ongoing training and practice throughout…
Posted on January 23rd, 2024 by Academic Programs
COVID-19 changed ways of life for most people, including those who were enrolled in medical school or in medical residencies and fellowships in March 2020. In this episode, we speak with Dr Joshua Leu, who was a fourth-year medical student…
