Search results for "Patient Management"
HIV prophylaxis means discussing sex, drugs with patients
The drugs are also contraindicated if a patient's creatinine clearance is less than 60 mL/min, the CDC cautioned. ... Cooke said. “If the patient says they are still in a monogamous relationship, then move on to something else.
September 2014
Fight back against feedback
If it's time to brush up on patient management skills, here's some suggested reading:.
October 2021
Concussions cause cognitive concerns
Dr. Weber said internists can use the increased patient awareness as an opportunity for prevention. ... Diagnosis and management of sports-related concussions have their own challenges and advantages.
February 2019
QD: News Every Day--New food allergy guidelines aid diagnosis, management
The agency will release a patient synopsis early next year. The guidelines establish consistent terminology and definitions, diagnostic criteria and patient management practices. ... Follow-up intervals depend upon the patient's history, allergy and age.
October 2021
QD: News Every Day--Three easy tips to diagnose food allergies
pay close attention to signs of inconsistency, that is, if the patient can eat yogurt but not drink milk. ... The guidelines seek to establish consistency in terminology and definitions, diagnostic criteria and patient management practices that
October 2021
Improving access tops list of small-office tips
In a poorly organized practice, everything from refills to patient self-management suffers. ... Referrals, lab tracking, patient management … all are really dependent on a smooth, organized flow of information,” Dr.
June 2008
QD: News Every Day--Pain's toll warrants new treatment approaches
Health care organizations should take the lead in developing innovative approaches and materials for patient self-management. ... Insurers and government health care programs are not designed to efficiently pay for an interdisciplinary approach of
October 2021
Mind-body role may matter in heart disease
He added that physical activity, perhaps via a structured program such as cardiac rehabilitation, may fundamentally improve a patient's prognosis. ... It worked. The patient now shows up for regular visits and follows through with lab tests.
October 2015
Baby boomers' health isn't what they expect
Dr. Vayani will check everything from bloodwork for anemia to the patient's life circumstances. ... Vayani said. But the patient did agree to monitor her blood pressure at home.
July 2012
Patients find medical home in Pennsylvania
Standard 4: Patient Self-Management Support Points (6). A. Assesses language preference and other communication barriers 2. ... B. Actively supports patient self-management 4. Standard 5: Electronic Prescribing Points (8).
April 2009