Search results for "Hypertension"
15th annual Global Forum highlights lessons learned from COVID-19
At ACP's Global Forum in Chicago, attendees discussed how internal medicine specialists have been essential in addressing the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2023/01/15th-annual-global-forum-highlights-lessons-learned-from-COVID-19.htm
1 Jan 2023
MKSAP Quiz: 2-year history of worsening hot flashes
A 56-year-old woman is evaluated for a 2-year history of worsening hot flashes and night sweats. She reports that the night sweats awaken her several times nightly, resulting in fatigue and missed work. Following a physical exam, what is the most appropriate treatment?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/12/20/3.htm
20 Dec 2022
ADA updates diabetes standards of care for 2023
The American Diabetes Association (ADA) has changed its recommendations on hypertension cutoffs, use of statins, and treatment of patients with diabetes and chronic kidney disease, among other topics.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/12/20/1.htm
20 Dec 2022
MKSAP Quiz: Follow-up for hypertension, chronic kidney disease
A 74-year-old woman is evaluated during a follow-up visit for hypertension and slowly progressive chronic kidney disease. She reports that she feels well and has no symptoms. Following a physical exam and lab studies, what is the most appropriate management?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/12/13/3.htm
13 Dec 2022
MKSAP Quiz: Follow-up for diabetes, hyperlipidemia, hypertension
A 68-year-old man is evaluated during a routine follow-up visit. Medical history is significant for type 2 diabetes mellitus, hyperlipidemia, hypertension, and aortofemoral bypass surgery 2 years ago. Following a physical exam, what is the most appropriate additional treatment?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/11/15/3.htm
15 Nov 2022
BiPAP machines, masks recalled
This column reviews recent recalls, alerts, and approvals.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2022/11/bipap-machines-masks-recalled.htm
1 Nov 2022
New trials provide data to improve medication management in hypertension
A U.K. study compared morning versus evening dosing of antihypertensive drugs, a U.S. study looked at optimal dosing in patients with proteinuria, and a trial in Spain tested self-titration in patients with poorly controlled hypertension.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/10/18/6.htm
18 Oct 2022
MKSAP Quiz: Follow-up visit for chronic hypertension
A 44-year-old woman is evaluated during a follow-up visit for chronic hypertension. Over the past month, her average blood pressure measured with home blood pressure monitoring was 150/90 mm Hg. Following a physical exam and lab tests, what is the most appropriate next step in management?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/10/11/3.htm
11 Oct 2022
Is mastering coding worth the time?
While Medicare has added new codes to increase the reimbursement available to primary care practices, they can be difficult to implement and may not align with the integrated flow of a visit.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2022/10/is-mastering-coding-worth-the-time.htm
1 Oct 2022
Encouraging change with motivational interviewing
Physicians can adopt these interviewing techniques to help patients accomplish goals like smoking cessation.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2022/10/encouraging-change-with-motivational-interviewing.htm
1 Oct 2022