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101. Exhibit 1. Methodological Options for Estimating the Costs of Transforming Primary Care | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
     www.ahrq.gov/ncepcr/reports/cost-guide/methodology-options.html
     February 01, 2017 - Success: Use linear regression to control for patient case-mix, demographics, and other variables Consider … fixed or random effects models to address unobserved variation Consider a difference-in-difference … after the transformation effort Use a comparable control group to address attribution challenges; consider

102. 41. For Smokers Not Willing To Make a Quit Attempt at This Time | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
     www.ahrq.gov/prevention/guidelines/tobacco/clinicians/presentations/2008update-overview/slide41.html
     October 01, 2014 - clinicians should use motivational techniques to encourage smokers who are not currently willing to quit to consider

103. The “Sometimes Antibiotics” Diagnoses: Pharyngitis – Facilitator Guide (doc file)
     www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/antibiotic-use/ambulatory-care/pharyngitis-guide.docx
     September 01, 2022 - If considerable throat pain is present, consider a treatment course of no more than 3–5 days of azithromycin … However, if Fusobacterium is detected in a throat culture and the patient is ill appearing, consider … SAY: Consider sending a rapid strep test for patients 3 years of age and older with at least two Centor … You may consider treating with antibiotics if the patient is experiencing severe symptoms. … Consider limiting the antibiotic course to no more than 5 days.

104. The Science of Improving Patient Safety and Identifying Defects: Facilitator Notes | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
     www.ahrq.gov/hai/tools/surgery/modules/on-boarding/science-of-safety-fac-notes.html
     December 01, 2017 - We need to consider these factors when we respond to defects or otherwise make desired changes. … A system approach teaches us to consider both the organization of and interaction between individuals … It’s important to consider and plan how you will train staff and others who work off hours such as the … You may also consider using incentives such as raffling off gift cards, candy, or other treats to those … Consider asking some of these questions in meetings and during other teachable opportunities.

105. Facilitator Guide: Science of Safety Training & Identifying Defects (doc file)
     www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/professionals/quality-patient-safety/hais/tools/surgery/modules/onboarding/onboarding_scienceofsafety_facnotes.docx
     December 01, 2017 - We need to consider these factors when we respond to defects or otherwise make desired changes. … A system approach teaches us to consider both the organization of and interaction between individuals … It’s important to consider and plan how you will train staff and others who work off hours such as the … Consider asking some of these questions in meetings and during other teachable opportunities. … Slide 30 Lessons Learned SAY: To review the main components of this module, consider these thoughts

106. Appendix B8: Unsafe Behavior Worksheet (Text Description) | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
     www.ahrq.gov/patient-safety/settings/long-term-care/resource/injuries/fallspx/manapb5txt.html
     December 01, 2017 - /or interventions ( ) Medications that could increase fall risk: Review medications and consider … Consider psychiatric evaluation if indicated to evaluate psychotropic meds Consider consultant pharmacist … ( ) Low vision Consider optometry or ophthalmology evaluation. … Consider blood work for BUN/Creatinine ratio. Consider TED hose. … ( ) Unsafe gait, transfers, and/or wheelchair seating problems Consider OT/PT evaluation

107. Raise Awareness: Tool 3 | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
     www.ahrq.gov/health-literacy/improve/precautions/tool3.html
     April 01, 2024 - Handout Medicine Review Form Address Language Differences: Tool 9 Language Access Resources Consider … Consider using the Health Literacy Assessment Quiz to gauge the knowledge of your staff. … Consider creating a very brief (and perhaps silly) video. … Consider sending out "Health Literacy Weekly Reminders" to staff and clinicians with communication tips

108. Urinary Incontinence Care Pathway (pdf file)
     www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/evidencenow/mui/care-pathway.pdf
     March 21, 2025 - Consider if referral to PFPT is needed 5) Ever had or considered surgery for UI/Pelvic organ prolapse … Consider if referral to specialist is needed https://www.yourpelvicfloor.org/conditions/bladder-diary … Consider if referral to PFPT is needed 5) Ever had or considered surgery for UI/Pelvic organ prolapse … Consider if referral to specialist is needed Improved (less leakage, urgency, or frequency) Not improved

109. 23. Medication Recommendation | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
     www.ahrq.gov/prevention/guidelines/tobacco/clinicians/presentations/2008update-overview/slide23.html
     October 01, 2014 - Therefore, clinicians should consider using these combinations of medications with their patients who

110. 156. Treatment Recommendations: Medications | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
     www.ahrq.gov/prevention/guidelines/tobacco/clinicians/presentations/2008update-full/slide156.html
     October 01, 2014 - Therefore, clinicians should consider using these combinations of medications with their patients who

111. The “Usually Antibiotics” Diagnoses: Community-Acquired Pneumonia – Facilitator Guide (doc file)
     www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/antibiotic-use/ambulatory-care/cap-guide.docx
     September 01, 2022 - For relatively stable adults meeting these criteria, consider a short course of no more than 3–5 days … Consider amoxicillin/clavulanate if the child received amoxicillin within 30 days to broaden coverage … If the child has had a severe penicillin allergy, consider a respiratory fluoroquinolone or macrolide … If improvement is not observed by day 3 and amoxicillin was initially prescribed, consider broadening … For patients with beta-lactam allergies, consider a fluoroquinolone as monotherapy.

112. Exhibit 1. Methodological Options for Estimating the Costs of Transforming Primary Care | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
     www.ahrq.gov/ncepcr/research-transform-primary-care/transform/cost/exh1.html
     October 01, 2015 - Success: Use linear regression to control for patient case-mix, demographics, and other variables Consider … fixed or random effects models to address unobserved variation Consider a difference-in-difference … after the transformation effort Use a comparable control group to address attribution challenges; consider

113. The “Sometimes Antibiotics” Diagnoses: Pharyngitis – Slides
     www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/antibiotic-use/ambulatory-care/pharyngitis-slides.pptx
     September 01, 2022 - Scarlatiniform rash in 50% of patients Does not require antibiotic therapy; if considerable throat pain, consider … Lemierre syndrome Refer ill-appearing patients to the emergency department Gonococcal pharyngitis2 Consider … a single intramuscular dose of ceftriaxone 500 mg (or 1 gram if the patient weighs ≥ 150 kilograms) Consider … harm  Group C or group G strep in throat cultures12 No consensus if antibiotic therapy is necessary Consider … Ambulatory Care Take-Home Messages Use the Centor criteria to guide diagnostic testing for pharyngitis Consider

114. Fallpxtool3M (doc file)
     www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/professionals/systems/hospital/fallpxtoolkit/fallpxtool3m.docx
     November 14, 2011 - Consider alternatives for patients unable to recall use of call bell, e.g., use brass bell, move bed … Consider use of special low bed. … Consider slipper socks in bed for patients at risk of falling at night. … Consider lighting best for patient, e.g., bedside lamp left on overnight, night light in bathroom.

115. Six Building Blocks: Self Service How-to-Guide: Stage 2 Design and Implement (pdf file)
     www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/professionals/prevention-chronic-care/resources/6bb-guide-stage2-designandimplement.pdf
     May 02, 2019 - You might also consider using a run chart to track your measures. … Consider a slow ramp-up. … Consider: • What challenges are you trying to address? … • Consider using risk tiering of patients to help with redistribution. … • Consider insurance and geographic distance limitations. • Consider developing telemedicine resources

116. Background for AHRQ Quality Indicators
     www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/professionals/systems/hospital/qitoolkit/pdi/b3b_pdi_resultspresentation.pptx
     January 01, 2006 - Consider adding a descriptive title (e.g., “Better than average performance on most PDIs”). … Consider adding a descriptive title (e.g., “Steady improvement in NQI 03 since 2008”). … Consider adding a descriptive title (e.g., “Consistent higher observed than expected rates for NQI 03 … Consider adding a descriptive title (e.g., “High similarity between risk-adjusted and smoothed rates” … Consider adding a descriptive title (e.g., “Rates of NQI 03 nearing national average”).

117. Management of Clostridioides Difficile Infection (pdf file)
     www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/antibiotic-use/long-term-care/one-pager-clostridioides-difficile.pdf
     June 01, 2021 - percent of nursing home residents are colonized with C. difficile but are not actively infected.2,4 • Consider … − If access to oral vancomycin or fidaxomicin is limited, consider oral metronidazole (500 mg PO 3 … explanation), retest to confirm the diagnosis.1 − If metronidazole was used for the initial episode, consider … − If oral vancomycin was used for the initial episode, consider fidaxomicin (200 mg PO 2 times a

118. Step 1: Assessing Your Organization's Needs and Capabilities | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
     www.ahrq.gov/funding/training-grants/hsrguide/hsrguide1.html
     October 01, 2014 - In review of your contracts and grants infrastructure, you should consider the following questions: … Research Facilities and Equipment In addition to staff, you will also need to consider the facilities … Consider: Office space. Do you have enough space to conduct your research? … It may be important to consider the following overall questions: What are the challenges or barriers … Consider this to be a starting point for enhancing your current capabilities in health services research

119. 1. Are we ready for this change? | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
     www.ahrq.gov/es/patient-safety/settings/hospital/resource/pressureulcer/tool/pu1.html
     October 01, 2014 - Tools Consider administering a survey to assess clinical staff attitudes about pressure ulcers. … Consider using this to field an anonymous survey assessing awareness of the clinical and cost impact … Consider the aspects of the problem that will be most compelling to your stakeholders. … Consider how support for this effort fits with other institutional values and commitments in order to … Resources In identifying potential owners or champions for the effort, consider the tips at http:/

120. 1. Are we ready for this change? | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
     www.ahrq.gov/patient-safety/settings/hospital/resource/pressureulcer/tool/pu1.html
     October 01, 2014 - Tools Consider administering a survey to assess clinical staff attitudes about pressure ulcers. … Consider using this to field an anonymous survey assessing awareness of the clinical and cost impact … Consider the aspects of the problem that will be most compelling to your stakeholders. … Consider how support for this effort fits with other institutional values and commitments in order to … Resources In identifying potential owners or champions for the effort, consider the tips at http:/