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psnet.ahrq.gov/node/49669/psn-pdf
November 01, 2012 - Transfusion Overload
November 1, 2012
Patel MS, Carson JL. Transfusion Overload. PSNet [internet]. 2012.
https://psnet.ahrq.gov/web-mm/transfusion-overload
Case Objectives
Understand that the traditional transfusion thresholds of hemoglobin below 10 g/dL and hematocrit
below 30% are not supported by the evidence.…
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www.ahrq.gov/prevention/resources/depression/depsum1.html
April 01, 2013 - Screening for Depression in Adults
Summary of the Evidence
The summaries of the evidence briefly present evidence of effectiveness for preventive health services used in primary care clinical settings, including screening tests, counseling, and chemoprevention. They summarize the more detailed Systematic Evid…
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psnet.ahrq.gov/web-mm/new-oral-anticoagulants
July 01, 2011 - SPOTLIGHT CASE
New Oral Anticoagulants
Citation Text:
Fang MC. New Oral Anticoagulants. PSNet [internet]. Rockville (MD): Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, US Department of Health and Human Services. 2013.
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/patient-safety/reports/issue-briefs/nurse-role-dxsafety.pdf
September 02, 2022 - can
reinforce the importance of using communication tools, such as Situation-Background-Assessment-
Recommendation … Situation, background, assessment, recommendation (SBAR) communication
tool for handoff in health care
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/related_files/postpartum-care-one-year-disposition-comments.pdf
June 02, 2023 - The fact that the existing
recommendation is
consensus-based (and not
evidence-based) is not a
judgment
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psnet.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/2022-02/final_cme_reviewed_spotlight_loss_of_trust_and_a_missed_diagnosis_02.14.20221_-_clean_-_revised.pdf
January 01, 2022 - Screening for Lung Cancer: US Preventive Services Task Force
Recommendation Statement.
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www.uspreventiveservicestaskforce.org/home/getfilebytoken/xXX8ZeqpmqtMURtJSfub56
April 01, 2004 - Thus,
echoing the recommendation of the recent NIH
Consensus Development Conference on Diagnosis
and
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digital.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/docs/publication/r18hs017817-field-final-report-2012.pdf
January 01, 2012 - Using HIT to Improve Transitions of Complex Elderly Patients from SNF to Home - Final Report
Grant Final Report
Grant ID: R18HS017817
Using HIT to Improve Transitions of Complex Elderly
Patients from SNF to Home
Inclusive Project Dates: 09/30/08 – 9/29/12
Principal Investigator:
Terry S. F…
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/cahps/cahps-database/2025-child-hcahps-chartbook.pdf
January 01, 2025 - 2025 Child HCAHPS Survey Database Chartbook
The Consumer Assessment of
Healthcare Providers and Systems
(CAHPS)® Child Hospital Survey
Database 2025 Chartbook
Authors:
Teresa Dodson, M.A.
Jack Vallentine
Joshua Rubin
Naomi Yount, Ph.D.
Dale Shaller, M.P.A.
Prepared by:
Westat
1600 Research Boulevard
…
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/brooks_eccs2012.pdf
January 01, 2012 - Brooks_ECCS2012
Slide 1: Addressing
Tensions
When Conventional Wisdom, Clinical Practice
and
Evidence
Collide: Prostate Cancer Screening
Guidelines
Durado
Brooks, M.D., M.P.H.
Director, Prostate
and
Colorectal Cancers
American Cancer…
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digital.ahrq.gov/ahrq-funded-projects/implementing-low-literacy-multimedia-information-technology-it-system-enhance/annual-summary/2010
January 01, 2010 - Implementing a Low-Literacy, Multimedia Information Technology (IT) - 2010
Project Name
Implementing a Low-Literacy, Multimedia Information Technology System to Enhance Patient-Centered Cancer Care
Principal Investigator
Hahn, Elizabeth
Organization
Northwestern University
…
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/sops/surveys/nursing-home/nursing-home-items-composite-measures-english-2.0.pdf
June 05, 2025 - SOPS Nursing Home Survey Version 2.0 Items and Composite Measures
SOPS® Nursing Home Survey Items and
Composite Measures
Version: 2.0
Language: English
Note
• For more information on getting started, selecting a sample, determining data collection methods,
establishing data collection procedures, administerin…
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www.ahrq.gov/hai/tools/ambulatory-surgery/sections/implementation/implementation-guide/guide-overview.html
May 01, 2017 - Creating a Culture of Safety in the Ambulatory Surgery Environment: Implementation Guide
Overview
Previous Page Next Page
Table of Contents
Creating a Culture of Safety in the Ambulatory Surgery Environment: Implementation Guide
Overview
The Comprehensive Unit-based Safety Program (CUSP)
Measu…
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www.ahrq.gov/hai/tools/ambulatory-surgery/sections/implementation/implementation-guide/app-o.html
May 01, 2017 - Appendix O. Part 2: A Clear View of Flexible Endoscope Processing: Disinfection/Sterilization Record Keeping - Implementation Guide
Slide 1: Appendix O. Part 2: A Clear View of Flexible Endoscope Processing: Disinfection/Sterilization Record Keeping
Susan Klacik B.S., CRCST, CIS, FCS
Slide 2: Objectives
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digital.ahrq.gov/ahrq-funded-projects/improving-quality-cancer-screening-excellence-report-colonoscopy
January 01, 2023 - Improving Quality in Cancer Screening: The Excellence Report for Colonoscopy
Project Final Report ( PDF , 119.11 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 repre…
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digital.ahrq.gov/ahrq-funded-projects/understanding-development-methods-other-industries-improve-design-consumer
January 01, 2023 - Understanding Development Methods from Other Industries to Improve the Design of Consumer Health Information Technology
Project Final Report ( PDF , 3 MB)
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Annual Summaries
Publicat…
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www.ahrq.gov/research/findings/final-reports/ssi/index.html
April 01, 2018 - Improving the Measurement of Surgical Site Infection Risk Stratification/Outcome Detection
Next Page
Table of Contents
Improving the Measurement of Surgical Site Infection Risk Stratification/Outcome Detection
Executive Summary
Chapter 1. Administration
Chapter 2. Determining Surgical Site Infec…
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/professionals/education/curriculum-tools/cusptoolkit/toolkit/contentcalls/briefing-slides/Morning-Briefing-and-Shadowing-July-12-2011-508.ppt
January 01, 2011 - Slide 1
On the CUSP: STOP BSI
Improving Situational Awareness by
Conducting a Morning Briefing
Situation Awareness -- An Overview
Members of the team have an understanding of what’s going on and what is likely to happen next
Teams are alert to developing situations, sensitive to cues, and aware of their impli…
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www.ahrq.gov/hai/tools/surgery/tools/surgical-complication-prevention/ssi-investigation.html
December 01, 2017 - Surgical Site Infection Investigation Tool
AHRQ Safety Program for Surgery
Introduction
Problem Statement
Your team cannot always predict which patients will develop a surgical site infection, but you can learn from them when they occur. To improve, perioperative teams need a structured appr…
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/professionals/quality-patient-safety/hais/tools/surgery/tools/surgical-complication-prevention/glucose_control_audit.docx
December 01, 2017 - Tool: Glucose Control Audit
Glucose Control Audit Tool
Introduction
Problem Statement
While debate continues about its exact numeric value, euglycemia should be maintained perioperatively to prevent surgical site infection. Research suggests an association between hyperglycemia and post-operative complications. Perio…