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21. The “Sometimes Antibiotics” Diagnoses: Acute Otitis Media in Children – Facilitator Guide (doc file)
    www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/antibiotic-use/ambulatory-care/aom-children-guide.docx
    September 01, 2022 - Mild signs and symptoms of otitis media are otalgia for less than 48 hours and a temperature of less … Severe signs and symptoms include ill appearance, moderate to severe otalgia, otalgia lasting at least … Ibuprofen or acetaminophen for ear pain and/or fever can help alleviate symptoms. … If symptoms appear, an emergency room referral is warranted for further assessment. … The patient handout explains the symptoms and symptomatic treatment of acute otitis media.

22. Acute Sinusitis (pdf file)
    www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/antibiotic-use/ambulatory-care/sinusitis-one-pager.pdf
    September 01, 2022 - Antibiotics should be considered for sinusitis if any of the following criteria are met: ‒ Persistent symptoms … : at least 10 days of symptoms without improvement ‒ Worsening symptoms: typical viral upper respiratory … tract infection symptoms that appear to improve followed by the onset of worsening sinus symptoms … after 5–6 days ‒ Severe symptoms: at least 3-4 days of temperatures ≥ 102°F and purulent nasal discharge … Followup • Patients should expect to have sinusitis symptoms improve over a week to 10 days.

23. Urinary Incontinence EHR Materials (doc file)
    www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/evidencenow/mui/ui-ehr-materials.docx
    March 21, 2025 - Urinary Incontinence (UI) EHR Documents NOTE TEXT  Urinary incontinence: Patient has symptoms of both … Patient was counseled that incontinence is common but not normal and behavior changes can improve symptoms … Plan for follow up in two months to re-evaluate symptoms.  … In fact, behavior changes improve symptoms for most women. … Drinking more fluids will not help the dry mouth symptoms and may make you urinate more frequently.

24. Acute Otitis Media (pdf file)
    www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/antibiotic-use/ambulatory-care/aom-one-pager.pdf
    September 01, 2022 - Moderate to severe bulging of the tympanic membrane or new-onset ear drainage (otorrhea) with signs and symptoms … of middle-ear inflammation (e.g., ear pain, fever) • Severe symptoms include ill appearance, moderate … Duration5,7,8 • <2 years old or severe symptoms at any age: 10 days • 2–5 years: 7 days • ≥6 years … Bilateral AOM Without Otorrhea and Without Severe Symptoms Unilateral AOM Without Otorrhea … and Without Severe Symptoms <6 months Antibiotics Antibiotics Antibiotics Antibiotics 6 months

25. Suspected Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) in Long-Term Care Residents (pdf file)
    www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/antibiotic-use/long-term-care/poster-4x6-UTI.pdf
    June 01, 2021 - Suspected Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) in Long-Term Care Residents Signs & Symptoms … � Dysuria OR � Fever (>100°F or >2°F above baseline) AND at least one of the following symptoms … UCx results, if resident appears ill � If UA & UCx are positive and the resident has ongoing UTI symptoms … document care” or “test of cure” � For mental status changes (without vital sign changes or urinary symptoms … No. 17(21)-0029 June 2021 Signs & Symptoms of a UTI References

26. Management of Skin and Soft Tissue Infections (pdf file)
    www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/antibiotic-use/long-term-care/management-SSTI-8x10-pocket-cards.pdf
    June 01, 2021 - Lotion Management of Skin and Soft Tissue Infections • Wound care • Elevate legs Mild systemic symptoms … : • Doxycycline (PO) or TMP-SMX (PO) for 5–7 days Moderate/severe symptoms: • Vancomycin (IV) … Incision and Drainage Purulent Send fluid for culture • Bilateral • Minimal or chronic symptoms … tachycardic, hypotensive • Rapidly spreading Nonpurulent • Acute onset • Unilateral • Systemic symptoms

27. 6 Tk1 T5-Suspect A Urinary Tract Infection Brochure Ma Coalition Final (pdf file)
    www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/nhguide/6_TK1_T5-Suspect_a_Urinary_Tract_Infection_brochure_MA_Coalition_final.pdf
    June 18, 2015 - What are the specific symptoms of a UTI? … These symptoms may or may not be accompanied by fever. … What about other symptoms, such as confusion or a sudden change in behavior? … UTI is less likely without the specific symptoms listed above. … In the past, when a urine specimen tested positive — even when no symptoms of infection were present

28. Best Practices in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Asymptomatic Bacteriuria and Urinary Tract Infections – Slides
    www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/antibiotic-use/ambulatory-care/uti-slides.pptx
    September 01, 2022 - ASB and UTI AHRQ Safety Program for Improving Antibiotic Use – Ambulatory Care 4 Symptoms of Urinary … pain Pyelonephritis: infection of the kidney Symptoms: fever and flank pain (in addition to the … symptoms of cystitis) ASB and UTI AHRQ Safety Program for Improving Antibiotic Use – Ambulatory Care … are unlikely to be the result of a UTI in the absence of urinary symptoms. … Lack of association between bacteriuria and symptoms in the elderly.

29. Appendix M. Example of a Nurse-Driven Protocol for Catheter Removal | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
    www.ahrq.gov/hai/cauti-tools/impl-guide/implementation-guide-appendix-m.html
    October 01, 2020 - Choice 1: Patient voids within 6 hours and no symptoms. … Repeat postvoid bladder scan within 2 hours if symptoms persist and contact physician, or; Bladder … Repeat postvoid bladder scan once every 6 hours if symptoms persist and contact physician. … Repeat bladder scan within 2 hours if symptoms persist and contact physician, or; Bladder scan. … Repeat bladder scan once every 6 hours if symptoms persist and contact physician.

30. Urinary Incontinence Exam Room Poster (pdf file)
    www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/evidencenow/mui/ui-exam-room-poster.pdf
    March 21, 2025 - Symptoms include: • Leaking urine during coughing, laughing, sneezing, exercise • Feeling a sudden … night • Leaking urine before you reach the toilet Complete a screening questionnaire to rate your symptoms … Symptoms include: • Leaking urine during coughing, laughing, sneezing, exercise • Feeling a sudden … night • Leaking urine before you reach the toilet Complete a screening questionnaire to rate your symptoms

31. Urinary Tract Infections (pdf file)
    www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/antibiotic-use/ambulatory-care/uti-one-pager.pdf
    September 01, 2022 - Tract Infections Diagnosis • First, ask about symptoms … , suprapubic pain o Pyelonephritis: fever, flank pain o Sending a urine culture in the absence of symptoms … pregnancy or in patients who will undergo urologic procedures involving mucosal bleeding1 • Second, if symptoms … and adult women with acute cystitis can be treated without testing given the strong correlation of symptoms … Treatment • Do not start antibiotics for a positive UA or urine culture without asking about symptoms

32. Influenza (pdf file)
    www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/antibiotic-use/ambulatory-care/influenza-rsv-one-pager.pdf
    September 01, 2022 - therapy.2,3 • If there is not a high prevalence of influenza during flu season, test patients with flu symptoms … • Antivirals are most effective if initiated within 48 hours of symptoms. … • For patients improving from influenza who develop new fevers or symptoms of illness, consider an … Flu Symptoms & Diagnosis. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Influenza (Flu). … https://www.cdc.gov/flu/symptoms/index.html. Accessed June 22, 2022. 3.

33. Urinary Incontinence Patient Recruitment and Education Flyer (pdf file)
    www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/evidencenow/mui/pt-recruitment-flyer.pdf
    March 21, 2025 - tool that was used to educate women about UI and encourage them to talk to their doctor about their symptoms … • Learn ways to address your symptoms • Provide valuable insight to advance women’s health Participation … Are you experiencing symptoms of bladder leakage? You are not alone. Do you... … Whether your symptoms are mild or severe, there are many ways to improve your quality of life. … Talk to your provider about your symptoms.

34. Best Practices in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Asymptomatic Bacteriuria and Urinary Tract Infections (pdf file)
    www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/antibiotic-use/best-practices/ASB-UTI-facilitator-guide.pdf
    November 01, 2019 - Common symptoms of cystitis are dysuria, frequency, urgency, and suprapubic pain. … Common symptoms of pyelonephritis are fever and flank pain. … Common symptoms of catheter-associated urinary tract infection, or CAUTI, are fever and suprapubic … In a study in which 72 elderly residents without traditional UTI symptoms were questioned about symptoms … Remember, urine cultures should be sent when a patient has signs and symptoms of UTI.

35. Appendix M. Example of a Nurse-Driven Protocol for Catheter Removal (doc file)
    www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/hai/cauti-tools/implementation-guide/implementation-guide-appendix-m.docx
    August 03, 2015 - Patient voids within 6 hours and no symptoms. … Observe Patient voids within 6 hours but has symptoms of abdominal fullness or discomfort. … Repeat postvoid bladder scan within 2 hours if symptoms persist and contact physician. … Repeat postvoid bladder scan once every 6 hours if symptoms persist and contact physician. … Repeat bladder scan within 2 hours if symptoms persist and contact physician. Bladder scan.

36. Suspected Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) in Long-Term Care Residents (pdf file)
    www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/antibiotic-use/long-term-care/poster-8x11-UTI.pdf
    June 01, 2021 - � Dysuria OR � Fever (>100°F or >2°F above baseline) AND at least one of the following symptoms … Send a Urinalysis and Urine Culture: � If the urine is foul smelling or cloudy, without other urinary symptoms … document care” or “test of cure” � For mental status changes (without vital sign changes or urinary symptoms … UCx results, if resident appears ill � If UA & UCx are positive and the resident has ongoing UTI symptoms … , modify antibiotics or start antibiotics (if not receiving active antibiotics) Signs & Symptoms

37. Final Progress Report: Incorporating Temporary Health States into Decision Support (pdf file)
    www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/2024-07/col-report.pdf
    January 01, 2024 - and the impact of treatment on their symptoms and risks. … Each woman was asked to review scenarios about menopause symptoms and completed QOL measures. … sure where to put the mark if the symptoms were worse (higher/lower). … Duration of vasomotor symptoms in middle-aged women: a longitudinal study. … Revisiting the Duration of Vasomotor Symptoms of Menopause: A Meta- Analysis.

38. Reduce Unnecessary Urine Culturing and Overuse of Antibiotics | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
    www.ahrq.gov/hai/quality/tools/cauti-ltc/reduce.html
    March 01, 2017 - appropriately identify when to order a urine culture, and strategies to apply to communicate signs and symptoms … resources that highlight reasons providers may prescribe antibiotics, and why and how to document signs and symptoms

39. COVID-19 Identification & Prevention series | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
    www.ahrq.gov/nursing-home/learning-modules/covid-id-prevention.html
    December 01, 2022 - Prevention series This series of three learning modules focuses on identifying the signs and symptoms … of COVID-19, knowing when and how to report signs and symptoms of COVID-19, and remembering to maintain … learning module teaches frontline nursing facility staff when and how to report potential signs and symptoms

40. Examples of Urinary Incontinence-Focused Patient Participant Newsletters (pdf file)
    www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/evidencenow/mui/example-newsletters_v2.pdf
    November 01, 2023 - If you have any symptoms, we encourage you to seek treatment options that can positively impact your … Helping Women Identify Symptoms https://www.ahrq.gov/evidencenow/projects/urinary/index.html https: … Of the women reporting symptoms, about half are categorized as “mild incontinence,” and about half … Pelvic floor physical therapy “can help you gain control over your symptoms; reduce the need for … This can be a useful tool for troubleshooting symptom relief and learn how to prevent symptoms.