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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/related_files/atrial-fibrillation_executive.pdf
June 01, 2013 - .20 Implantation of a cardiac
resynchronization therapy (CRT) device is another
procedure that may decrease … study (both
good quality) involving 828 patients, there was low
strength of evidence to support a decrease … This decrease
was statistically significant in the RCT but not in the
observational study. … rhythm (two studies [one good,
one fair quality], 195 patients, moderate strength of
evidence) and decrease
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www.ahrq.gov/patient-safety/settings/hospital/resource/pressureinjury/guide/apf.html
October 01, 2017 - They identified innovative and inspiring solutions to overcome these obstacles and decrease pressure
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digital.ahrq.gov/ahrq-funded-projects/integris-telewoundcare-network
January 01, 2023 - INTEGRIS Telewoundcare Network
Project Final Report ( PDF , 187.19 KB) Disclaimer
Disclaimer
The findings and conclusions in this document are those of the author(s), who are responsible for its content, and do not necessarily represent the views of AHRQ. No statement in this r…
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/related_files/ace-inhibitor-arb-2007_executive.pdf
January 01, 2007 - Layout 1
Background
More than 65 million American adults—
approximately one-third—have
hypertension. The prevalence of
hypertension increases with advancing age
such that more than half of people 60-69
years of age and approximately three-
fourths of those 70 years of age and older
are affected. In addition to being…
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/related_files/cer-253-maternal-child-outcomes-wic-executive-summary.pdf
April 01, 2022 - Executive Summary_Comparative Effectiveness Review No. 253: Maternal and Child Outcomes Associated With the Special Supplemental Nutritional Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)
Comparative Effectiveness Review
Number 253
Maternal and Child Outcomes Associated With
the Special Supplemental Nutritional P…
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digital.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/docs/page/Grannis.ppt
January 01, 2004 - Slide 1
Patient Matching in the Indiana Network for Patient Care
Shaun Grannis, M.D. M.S.
The Regenstrief Institute and
Indiana University School of Medicine
Regenstrief Beginnings
Endowed by Sam Regenstrief - inventor of the low cost dishwasher
Obsessed with process improvement
Supported the creation of the…
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/related_files/hnhc-disposition-comments.pdf
October 29, 2021 - Disposition of Comments_Comparative Effectiveness Review No. 246: Management of High-Need, High-Cost Patients: A "Best Fit" Framework Synthesis, Realist Review, and Systematic Review
Comparative Effectiveness Review Disposition of Comments Report
Title: Management of High-Need, High-Cost Patients: A “Best…
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psnet.ahrq.gov/web-mm/xl-or-smaller
September 13, 2017 - XL or Smaller?
Citation Text:
Kozer E. XL or Smaller?. PSNet [internet]. Rockville (MD): Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, US Department of Health and Human Services. 2003.
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psnet.ahrq.gov/node/49447/psn-pdf
June 01, 2004 - Dangerous Dapsone
June 1, 2004
Bookwalter T. Dangerous Dapsone. PSNet [internet]. 2004.
https://psnet.ahrq.gov/web-mm/dangerous-dapsone
The Case
A 78-year-old woman with newly diagnosed multiple myeloma on corticosteroids presented to the
emergency department with dyspnea. Upon admission, she was found to be hypo…
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psnet.ahrq.gov/node/74242/psn-pdf
January 07, 2022 - The Next Step: Use of a Pre-Operative Checklist to
Prevent Missteps
January 7, 2022
Sauder C, Kleber KT. The Next Step: Use of a Pre-Operative Checklist to Prevent Missteps. PSNet
[internet]. 2022.
https://psnet.ahrq.gov/web-mm/next-step-use-pre-operative-checklist-prevent-missteps
The Case
A 52-year-old woman w…
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psnet.ahrq.gov/node/863641/psn-pdf
February 28, 2024 - Revising TeamSTEPPS: The Evolution of Patient Safety
Teamwork Training
February 28, 2024
Haugstetter M, Hines S, Sousane Z, et al. Revising TeamSTEPPS: The Evolution of Patient Safety
Teamwork Training. PSNet [internet]. 2024.
https://psnet.ahrq.gov/perspective/revising-teamstepps-evolution-patient-safety-teamwork…
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psnet.ahrq.gov/web-mm/anesthesia-weighty-issue
September 01, 2006 - Anesthesia: A Weighty Issue
Citation Text:
Sinha AC. Anesthesia: A Weighty Issue. PSNet [internet]. Rockville (MD): Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, US Department of Health and Human Services. 2013.
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/related_files/head-neck-cancer_executive.pdf
May 01, 2010 - Layout 1
Background
Head and neck cancers, specifically those
arising in the oral cavity, larynx,
hypopharynx, oropharynx, nasopharynx,
paranasal sinuses/nasal cavity, salivary
glands, and occult primaries, account for
approximately 3 to 5 percent of cancers in
the United States. According to the
National Comprehens…
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hcup-us.ahrq.gov/reports/factsandfigures/2007/highlightsV2.jsp
January 01, 2007 - HCUP Facts and Figures 2007: Statistics on Hospital-Based Care in the United States
An official website of the Department of Health & Human Services
Search All AHRQ Websites
Careers
Contact …
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psnet.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/import/webmm.ahrq.gov.161_slideshow.ppt
October 01, 2007 - Spotlight Case [MONTH] 2003
Spotlight Case October 2007
Do Not Disturb!
Source and Credits
This presentation is based on the October 2007
AHRQ WebM&M Spotlight Case
See the full article at http://webmm.ahrq.gov
CME credit is available online
Commentary by: F. Daniel Duffy, MD, University of Oklahoma, and…
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psnet.ahrq.gov/node/49772/psn-pdf
October 01, 2016 - Lapse in Antibiotics Leads to Sepsis
October 1, 2016
Levy MM. Lapse in Antibiotics Leads to Sepsis. PSNet [internet]. 2016.
https://psnet.ahrq.gov/web-mm/lapse-antibiotics-leads-sepsis
The Case
A 34-year-old near-term pregnant woman presented to the emergency department (ED) with abdominal
pain, fevers, and short…
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integrationacademy.ahrq.gov/products/playbooks/opioid-use-disorder/monitor-patient-and-program-progress/overdose-risk
January 01, 2018 - An official website of the Department of Health & Human Services
Search All AHRQ Sites
Careers
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The Academy
Integrating Behavioral Health & Primary Care
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psnet.ahrq.gov/node/49756/psn-pdf
April 01, 2016 - Lost in Sign Out and Documentation
April 1, 2016
Detsky ME. Lost in Sign Out and Documentation. PSNet [internet]. 2016.
https://psnet.ahrq.gov/web-mm/lost-sign-out-and-documentation
The Case
A 71-year-old man presented to the emergency department with chest pain. While being evaluated by the
emergency physician, …
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psnet.ahrq.gov/node/49391/psn-pdf
February 01, 2003 - When "Psychiatric" Symptoms Are Not
February 1, 2003
Goldberg RJ. When "Psychiatric" Symptoms Are Not. PSNet [internet]. 2003.
https://psnet.ahrq.gov/web-mm/when-psychiatric-symptoms-are-not
The Case
A 70-year-old man without documented past psychiatric history was placed on an involuntary hold as a
danger to oth…
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psnet.ahrq.gov/node/33628/psn-pdf
February 01, 2006 - In Conversation with…John Banja, PhD
February 1, 2006
In Conversation with…John Banja, PhD. PSNet [internet]. 2006.
https://psnet.ahrq.gov/perspective/conversation-withjohn-banja-phd
Editor's Note: John Banja, PhD, is Assistant Director for Health Sciences and Clinical Ethics and
Associate Professor of Clinical Et…