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6301. Psn-Pdf (pdf file)
      psnet.ahrq.gov/node/39887/psn-pdf
      September 29, 2010 - High-alert medications: shared accountability for risk identification and error prevention. … High-alert medications: shared accountability for risk identification and error prevention. … https://psnet.ahrq.gov/issue/high-alert-medications-shared-accountability-risk-identification-and-error … The author suggests that heightened clinician awareness of risks and potential errors could protect … https://psnet.ahrq.gov/issue/high-alert-medications-shared-accountability-risk-identification-and-error-prevention

6302. Psn-Pdf (pdf file)
      psnet.ahrq.gov/node/46742/psn-pdf
      March 14, 2018 - Evidence-based guidelines for fatigue risk management in emergency medical services. … Evidence-Based Guidelines for Fatigue Risk Management in Emergency Medical Services. … https://psnet.ahrq.gov/issue/evidence-based-guidelines-fatigue-risk-management-emergency-medical- services … This study describes the development of guidelines to reduce fatigue and its associated risks among … https://psnet.ahrq.gov/issue/evidence-based-guidelines-fatigue-risk-management-emergency-medical-services

6303. Archived: Evidence Summary: Carotid Artery Stenosis: Screening | United States Preventive Services Taskforce
      www.uspreventiveservicestaskforce.org/uspstf/document/evidence-summary/carotid-artery-stenosis-screening-july-2014
      July 08, 2014 - nonperioperative strokes were disabling or fatal, and the proportional reduction in disabling or fatal stroke (relative … risk, 0.61 [CI, 0.41 to 0.92]) was similar to that for any stroke (relative risk, 0.54 [CI, 0.43 to … Subgroup analyses of the ACAS showed a statistically significant reduction for men (relative risk reduction … , 66% [CI, 36% to 82%]) but not for women (relative risk reduction, 17% [−96% to 65%]) for estimated … = diabetes mellitus; MI = myocardial infarction; MM = medical management; NR = not reported; RRR = relative

6304. Archived: Final Evidence Summary: Chlamydial Infection: Screening | United States Preventive Services Taskforce
      www.uspreventiveservicestaskforce.org/uspstf/document/final-evidence-summary14/chlamydial-infection-screening-2007
      June 15, 2007 - The investigators found a slight decrease in the adjusted relative risk for hospitalization overall ( … The investigators noted a lower adjusted relative risk for hospitalization for PID, but this difference … The relative risk for hospitalizations for chlamydia-related sequelae (PID, infertility, or ectopic pregnancy … risk for chlamydial infection that reported health outcomes. … Not at Risk At Risk Not at Risk Direct evidence that screening reduces adverse health

6305. Spotlight Case [MONTH] 2003 (ppt file)
      psnet.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/import/webmm.ahrq.gov.152_slideshow.ppt
      June 01, 2007 - Risks and Benefits of Major Surgery Risk-benefit analysis critical prior to any major surgery Mean … Recommend strategies to reduce these risks to the extent that they are modifiable Preoperative … factor Determining that risks of surgery may potentially exceed the benefits Recommendation for intraoperative … Risk Assessment in this Case Higher cardiac risk given age and comorbidities Revised Cardiac Risk Index … yields risk of 6.6% Lower risk for pulmonary problems Spinal surgery is an intrinsically low risk

6306. Psn-Pdf (pdf file)
      psnet.ahrq.gov/node/43330/psn-pdf
      July 09, 2014 - Impact of workplace mistreatment on patient safety risk and nurse-assessed patient outcomes. … Impact of workplace mistreatment on patient safety risk and nurse-assessed patient outcomes. … https://psnet.ahrq.gov/issue/impact-workplace-mistreatment-patient-safety-risk-and-nurse-assessed- patient-outcomes … other disrespectful behaviors in the workplace were associated with more reports of patient safety risks … https://psnet.ahrq.gov/issue/impact-workplace-mistreatment-patient-safety-risk-and-nurse-assessed-patient-outcomes

6307. Psn-Pdf (pdf file)
      psnet.ahrq.gov/node/45259/psn-pdf
      July 13, 2016 - Communicating Radiation Risks in Paediatric Imaging: Information to Support Healthcare Discussions About … Benefit and Risk. … https://psnet.ahrq.gov/issue/communicating-radiation-risks-paediatric-imaging-information-support- healthcare-discussions … This report reviews techniques clinicians can use to discuss risks associated with using radiologic … https://psnet.ahrq.gov/issue/communicating-radiation-risks-paediatric-imaging-information-support-healthcare-discussions

6308. Slide 1 (pdf file)
      hcup-us.ahrq.gov/datainnovations/clinicaldata/5MHAProjBenefits011508.pdf
      January 15, 2008 - codes are reported as POA Comparison of rates of reported hospital- acquired complications in high-risk … without validation using POA code and associated laboratory data Evaluation of hospital’s comparative risks … of death and post-operative complications and its risk-adjusted outcome rates with and without enhancement … of its analytic database 7 Risk-Adjusted Mortality - CABG Surgery Hospital 4 Hospital 2 Hospital … Mortality - CABG Surgery Risk-Adjusted Mortality Rates Risk-Adjusted Post-Op Complications Enhanced

6309. Psn-Pdf (pdf file)
      psnet.ahrq.gov/node/47142/psn-pdf
      June 13, 2018 - Managing health IT risks: reflections and recommendations. June 13, 2018 Sujan M. … Managing health IT risks: reflections and recommendations. … To manage problems associated with health IT systems, this commentary recommends applying risk assessment … and organizational learning strategies to identify and address predictable risks. … issue/introducing-new-technology-safely https://psnet.ahrq.gov/issue/conducting-efficient-proactive-risk-assessment-prior-cpoe-implementation-intensive-care-unit

6310. Psn-Pdf (pdf file)
      psnet.ahrq.gov/node/43040/psn-pdf
      March 05, 2014 - Framework for analysing risk and safety in clinical medicine. … Framework for analysing risk and safety in clinical medicine. BMJ. 1998;316(7138):1154-1157. … https://psnet.ahrq.gov/issue/framework-analysing-risk-and-safety-clinical-medicine-0 This commentary … https://psnet.ahrq.gov/issue/framework-analysing-risk-and-safety-clinical-medicine-0 https://psnet.ahrq.gov … /primer/systems-approach https://psnet.ahrq.gov/issue/managing-risks-organizational-accidents https:/

6311. Aspirin Use for the Primary Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease and Colorectal Cancer: USPSTF Recommendation Statement (pdf file)
      www.uspreventiveservicestaskforce.org/home/getfilebytoken/by8VJVre6h6BmadrGxaFMM
      April 01, 2016 - trials of low-dose aspirin (≤100 mg daily) showed a 17% reduction in nonfatal MI and coronary events (relative … is sufficiently high for the benefits to outweigh the risks associated with treatment; they suggest … (>10% 10-year CVD risk) and are not at increased risk for bleeding. … In a consumer bulletin, it noted the risks for GI and intracranial bleeding and suggested that the benefits … Bleeding risks with aspirin use for primary prevention in adults: a systematic evidence review for the

6312. Reconsidering the Approach to Prevention Recommendations for Older Adults - Figure 2 | United States Preventive Services Taskforce
      www.uspreventiveservicestaskforce.org/uspstf/reconsidering-approach-prevention-recommendations-older-adults-figure-2
      December 01, 2010 - The patient population undergoing risk evaluation is adults aged 65 years and older; the subpopulation … for key question 4 (How are high-risk older adults identified for primary care fall interventions?) … is adults who are considered at high risk for falling. … KQ4: How are high-risk older adults identified for primary care fall interventions? … mobility, strength, medication review, cognitive impairment, orthostatic hypotension, and environmental risks

6313. Comparative Effectiveness of Strategies to De-escalate Aggressive Behavior in Psychiatric Patients in Acute Care Settings (pdf file)
      effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/related_files/aggression_executive.pdf
      October 01, 2016 - First is how to best balance the benefits and risks of seclusion or restraints with those of various … seclusion and mechanical restraint.44 CI = confidence interval; N = number; NR = not reported; RR = relative … risk; vs. = versus. … CI = confidence interval; KQ = Key Question; N = number; RR = relative risk; vs. = versus. … confidence interval; CRT= cluster randomized trial; KQ = Key Question; N = number; NR = not reported; RR = relative

6314. Psn-Pdf (pdf file)
      psnet.ahrq.gov/node/41448/psn-pdf
      December 21, 2014 - Surgeon fatigue: a prospective analysis of the incidence, risk, and intervals of predicted fatigue-related … Surgeon fatigue: a prospective analysis of the incidence, risk, and intervals of predicted fatigue-related … https://psnet.ahrq.gov/issue/surgeon-fatigue-prospective-analysis-incidence-risk-and-intervals-predicted … https://psnet.ahrq.gov/issue/surgeon-fatigue-prospective-analysis-incidence-risk-and-intervals-predicted-fatigue-related … https://psnet.ahrq.gov/issue/risks-complications-attending-physicians-after-performing-nighttime-procedures

6315. Psn-Pdf (pdf file)
      psnet.ahrq.gov/node/44869/psn-pdf
      November 18, 2016 - Fake and expired medications in simulation-based education: an underappreciated risk to patient safety … Fake and expired medications in simulation-based education: an underappreciated risk to patient safety … https://psnet.ahrq.gov/issue/fake-and-expired-medications-simulation-based-education-underappreciated- risk-patient-safety … This commentary describes how these fake medications can introduce risks when they are accidentally … https://psnet.ahrq.gov/issue/fake-and-expired-medications-simulation-based-education-underappreciated-risk-patient-safety

6316. Psn-Pdf (pdf file)
      psnet.ahrq.gov/node/46072/psn-pdf
      November 08, 2017 - Repeat prescribing of medications: a system-centred risk management model for primary care organisations … Repeat prescribing of medications: A system-centred risk management model for primary care organisations … https://psnet.ahrq.gov/issue/repeat-prescribing-medications-system-centred-risk-management-model- primary-care … Investigators employed a systems approach to reduce risks associated with repeated medication prescribing … https://psnet.ahrq.gov/issue/repeat-prescribing-medications-system-centred-risk-management-model-primary-care

6317. Archived: Evidence Summary: Preeclampsia: Screening | United States Preventive Services Taskforce
      www.uspreventiveservicestaskforce.org/uspstf/document/evidence-summary/preeclampsia-screening-april-2017
      April 25, 2017 - After risk prediction, women received counseling on potential risks of preeclampsia. … of pregnancy, rarity and unpredictability of severe preeclampsia, and interwoven maternal and fetal risks … Competing risks model in early screening for preeclampsia by biophysical and biochemical markers. … A competing risks model in early screening for preeclampsia. … 907 (15.4) NR 0.04 Abbreviations: NR, not reported; RCT, randomized clinical trial; RR, relative

6318. Psn-Pdf (pdf file)
      psnet.ahrq.gov/node/39849/psn-pdf
      September 15, 2010 - The need for risk profiling in patient safety. September 15, 2010 Donaldson LJ, Noble DJ. … The need for risk profiling in patient safety. J Patient Saf. 2010;6(3):125-7. … https://psnet.ahrq.gov/issue/need-risk-profiling-patient-safety This commentary describes the need for … health care professionals and organizations to proactively consider and manage risks of medical errors … https://psnet.ahrq.gov/issue/need-risk-profiling-patient-safety

6319. Jan-2017-Cholesterol-Wg-Notes (doc file)
      cds.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/workgroups/216/jan-2017-cholesterol-wg-notes.docx
      January 01, 2017 - risk calculation and/or presentation of the risk assessment tool: · Application as a population health … Kaiser has both an on-demand risk calculator that can produce real-time risk scores but no recommendations … For this reason, the USPTF recommendation to calculate ASCVD risk only when 1 or more risk factor is … The WG also debated the merits of using multiple risk tools for cardiovascular risk, and whether there … of cardiovascular disease, but the potential impact of statin therapy, and in turn, the risks associated

6320. Task Force Issues Draft Recommendation Statement on Interventions to Prevent Falls in Older Adults (pdf file)
      www.uspreventiveservicestaskforce.org/uspstf/sites/default/files/file/supporting_documents/falls-prevention-older-adults-draft-rec-bulletin.pdf
      January 08, 2024 - recommends exercise interventions to prevent falls in adults 65 years or older who are at increased risk … with their older patients about whether additional interventions might be helpful to reduce their risk … Other risk factors include sensory problems, medications that may increase fall risk, hazards at home … Multifactorial interventions are a way to assess and address the risks of falling that are tailored to … , developed to help address the individual’s specific risks.