Hand Sanitizer Use & Breathalyzer Results | Feature
May 1, 2013
Researchers found that some common alcohol-based hand sanitizers may affect breathalyzer readings when used improperly.
Recent Features
Planning for a Resource Shortfall | Feature
A framework of ethical and operational principles may help emergency physicians adjust to the demands and limited resources that they face during disasters.
Coming to a Consensus on TAVR | Feature
April 30, 2013
An expert consensus document on transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) outlines who should be performing TAVR and patient selection for the procedure.
Key Factors in Weight Gain After Pediatric Tonsillectomy | Feature
April 29, 2013
There is concern that adenotonsillectomy may be associated with significant weight gain after surgery in children.
Making the Case for Palliative Care | Feature
The role of palliative care is distinct from that of oncology, but the entities are complementary. Determining the best ways to integrate these two types of care is paramount to optimizing patient outcomes.
Guidance for CRC Screening | Feature
April 26, 2013
Four guidance statements have been identified for colorectal cancer screening.
Improving QOL With Coronary Interventions | Feature
April 20, 2013
A new study recommends that clinicians take into consideration that improvements in quality of life due to PCI vary from patient to patient.
Managing Psychosocial Distress in ICD Recipients | Feature
April 19, 2013
New guidelines have been created to improve the precision of identifying and caring for psychosocial distress in implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) patients.
Improving the Problem of ED Boarding | Feature
April 17, 2013
Boarding increases morbidity and mortality, lengthens hospital stays and durations of intubation, worsens pain control, and compromises care.
Knowledge Deficits at ED Discharge | Feature
Patient knowledge deficits at discharge from the ED are common. Poor understanding of instructions is raising significant concerns for adherence and outcomes.
© Copyright 2013 Physician's Weekly, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Web Design and development by
