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161. Diagnostic trajectories in primary care at 12 months: an observational cohort study. | PSNet
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     December 02, 2020 - This prospective study followed adults presenting to primary care with new or unresolved symptoms for … November 25, 2020 Signs and symptoms to determine if a patient presenting in primary

162. Psn-Pdf (pdf file)
     psnet.ahrq.gov/node/73549/psn-pdf
     July 28, 2021 - Toxicity (LAST) refers to complications affecting the cardiovascular (CVS) and central nervous (CNS) symptoms … The presentation of LAST varies but CNS symptoms are the most common and range from dizziness to seizures … Approximately 50% of LAST cases present with isolated CNS symptoms, about 1/3 present with both CNS … and cardiovascular symptoms, and the remainder have isolated cardiovascular symptoms.6 In this case, … LAST can present with either CNS or CVS signs or symptoms, which are often non-specific.

163. Dissecting the Presentation | PSNet
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     May 05, 2021 - She was concerned about the symptoms so presented to the hospital. … A second factor leading to misdiagnosis was clinical symptoms and laboratory findings that suggested … Aortic dissection of the proximal aorta involving the cerebral vessels could have caused the symptoms … Moreover, older patients are less likely to present with typical signs and symptoms of AAD and hence … Misdiagnosis can occur when patients present with mild illness, when symptoms are suggestive of another

164. Psn-Pdf (pdf file)
     psnet.ahrq.gov/node/49467/psn-pdf
     December 01, 2004 - The physician, attributing the symptoms to the new medication, instructed the patient to stop the hydrochlorothiazide … On reviewing the patient's symptoms and confirming with the patient's regular physician that the atrial … for a call back—ie, what the patient should do if the weakness persisted or increased, or what other symptoms

165. Missed ischemic stroke diagnosis in the emergency department by emergency medicine and neurology services. | PSNet
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     August 03, 2017 - Posterior strokes with atypical symptoms were most frequently missed. … populations presenting to the emergency department with cardiovascular and cerebrovascular or neurological symptoms

166. Using an interactive voice response system to improve patient safety following hospital discharge. | PSNet
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     February 01, 2017 - in this study received an automated phone call 48 hours after hospital discharge to assess for new symptoms … One quarter of patients reached by the system indicated new symptoms, half of which required intervention

167. Bandemia as a Harbinger of Stercoral Colitis and Impending Perforation | PSNet
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     November 25, 2020 - Once she had apparent improvement in her symptoms following intravenous hydration, she was discharged … But when the presenting symptoms are outside of a normal constipation symptom complex, there needs to … For symptoms more severe than expected for constipation, concern must be raised for stercoral colitis … Other than her presenting symptoms, the patient’s laboratory work demonstrated significant bandemia, … Take-Home Points Non-specific symptoms such as weakness, weight loss, and anorexia may be warning signs

168. Burnout in the NICU setting and its relation to safety culture. | PSNet
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     February 13, 2019 - Many health care professionals exhibit symptoms of burnout. … National studies show that approximately one-third of practicing physicians and nurses display hallmark symptoms

169. Psn-Pdf (pdf file)
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     August 31, 2022 - The diagnostic and triage accuracy of digital and online symptom checker tools: a systematic review. August 31, 2022 Wallace W, Chan C, Chidambaram S, et al. The diagnostic and triage accuracy of digital and online symptom checker tools: a systematic review. NPJ Digit Med. 2022;5(1). doi:10.1038/s41746-022-00667-w.…

170. Psn-Pdf (pdf file)
     psnet.ahrq.gov/node/866200/psn-pdf
     June 26, 2024 - Does an app a day keep the doctor away? AI symptom checker applications, entrenched bias, and professional responsibility. June 26, 2024 Zawati M'n H, Lang M. Does an app a day keep the doctor away? AI symptom checker applications, entrenched bias, and professional responsibility. J Med Internet Res. 2024;26:e5034…

171. Psn-Pdf (pdf file)
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     October 23, 2019 - breakdowns-initial-patient-provider-encounter-are-frequent-source-diagnostic- error-among Ischemic stroke, which often presents with non-specific symptoms

172. Psn-Pdf (pdf file)
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     October 27, 2022 - patients for post-procedural pneumothorax without routine chest radiography To understand that the symptoms … The patient recovered without change in respiratory symptoms or vital signs in the PACU. … with family members, with instructions to follow up “as needed,” as his vital signs and respiratory symptoms … Routine post-bronchoscopy CXRs rarely provide actionable information for patients without acute symptoms … If imaging is performed based on signs and symptoms, “peer network support” and other educational and

173. Factors associated with mental health outcomes among health care workers exposed to coronavirus disease 2019. | PSNet
     psnet.ahrq.gov/issue/factors-associated-mental-health-outcomes-among-health-care-workers-exposed-coronavirus
     March 24, 2019 - The 1,257 survey respondents reported symptoms of distress (72%), depression (50%), anxiety (45%) and … engaged directly in the diagnosis, treatment and care of patients with COVID-19 were at greater risk for symptoms

174. Spotlight (pdf file)
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     January 01, 2022 - patients for post- procedural pneumothorax without routine chest radiography • To understand that the symptoms … • The patient recovered without change in respiratory symptoms or vital signs in the PACU. 5 … with family members, with instructions to follow up “as needed,” as his vital signs and respiratory symptoms … • Routine post-bronchoscopy CXRs rarely provide actionable information for patients without acute symptoms … Safety and Communication Post-Transbronchial Biopsy (8) • If imaging is performed based on signs and symptoms

175. Inflicting Confusion | PSNet
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     August 04, 2021 - discontinued at that point, and the patient was treated for the CDI with eventual improvement in his symptoms … The most common symptoms leading to hospital admission include diarrhea, abdominal pain, and hematochezia … The initial evaluation and therapeutic strategy depends upon presenting symptoms, and it has two primary … Negative inflammatory markers may indicate symptoms not related to active mucosal inflammation, particularly … Patients with significant abdominal pain, obstructive symptoms, history of abscess or penetrating disease

176. A "Reflexive" Diagnosis in Primary Care | PSNet
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     April 01, 2008 - Due to these symptoms, he had multiple falls and an inability to grasp simple objects. … Over the next 10 weeks, the patient returned 2 more times to the same clinic with worsening symptoms, … providers who did not order any additional diagnostic testing and treated him supportively, assuming his symptoms … flag to inquire about is bowel/bladder dysfunction (e.g., incontinence, urinary retention), as these symptoms … diagnosis and referral to a specialist are likely responsible for the patient's permanent neurologic symptoms

177. Spotlight Case [MONTH] 2003 (ppt file)
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     April 01, 2008 - for URI A healthy 53-year-old woman presented to her primary care physician with upper respiratory symptoms … Despite this therapy, her symptoms persisted. She was then prescribed azithromycin. … infection Distinguishing viral from bacterial sinusitis on clinical grounds is difficult Typical symptoms … 3 clinical criteria: Maxillary pain or tenderness in face or teeth Mucopurulent nasal discharge Symptoms … for evidence of tenderness over maxillary sinuses PCP should have asked patient about Duration of symptoms

178. Psn-Pdf (pdf file)
     psnet.ahrq.gov/node/49736/psn-pdf
     June 01, 2015 - discontinued at that point, and the patient was treated for the CDI with eventual improvement in his symptoms … Inflammation or fibrosis of the small bowel can also result in obstructive-type symptoms: abdominal … The initial evaluation and therapeutic strategy depends upon presenting symptoms, and it has two primary … Negative inflammatory markers may indicate symptoms not related to active mucosal inflammation, particularly … Patients with significant abdominal pain, obstructive symptoms, history of abscess or penetrating disease

179. Psn-Pdf (pdf file)
     psnet.ahrq.gov/node/49741/psn-pdf
     September 01, 2015 - and the presence of bands are abnormal and require further investigation.(8) If clinical signs and symptoms … Given the severity and persistence of her symptoms despite treatment, a complete abdominal ultrasound … In early pregnancy, the symptoms of appendicitis are identical to those seen in the nonpregnant state … However, the nausea and vomiting and persistent symptoms should have led the clinicians to consider … Take-Home Points Nausea and vomiting are common in early pregnancy, but symptoms that persist after

180. Psn-Pdf (pdf file)
     psnet.ahrq.gov/node/865984/psn-pdf
     May 29, 2024 - some patients with nocturnal angina do not have obstructive coronary artery disease, making their symptoms … disease.2 The increased cardiometabolic demands during hypoxic/apneic episodes may lead to anginal symptoms … ; these symptoms should be attributed to obstructive atherosclerotic coronary disease until ruled out … Stress testing is the modality of choice in determining if a patient’s symptoms are likely secondary … Symptoms suggesting progressive angina require further evaluation and risk stratification, regardless