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441. Making the Case That Improving Antibiotic Use Is a Patient Safety Issue (pdf file)
     www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/antibiotic-use/safety/patient-safety-facilitator-guide.pdf
     November 01, 2019 - Her doctor sends a urinalysis and a urine culture in case her symptoms are related to a urinary tract … SAY: When the patient first presented to her primary care clinic, she did not have any signs or symptoms … The lack of clinical symptoms consistent with a urinary tract infection, despite the results of her … not uncommon for postmenopausal women to have pyuria and bacteriuria without any clinical signs or symptoms … Some patients may have a very low risk of having an infectious cause of their symptoms and others may

442. Exhibit 51. ICD-9 codes associated with followup visits in modified Denver Health algorithm | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
     www.ahrq.gov/research/findings/final-reports/ssi/ssiexh51.html
     April 01, 2018 - 680 codes Carbuncle and furuncle 682 codes Cellulitis and abscess 789 codes Other symptoms

443. LTC Data Collection Tool (xls file)
     www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/professionals/quality-patient-safety/quality-resources/tools/cauti-ltc/modules/resources/tools/cauti-surveillance/data-collection-tool.xlsx
     March 01, 2017 - definitions Monthly Total CAUTIs: CAUTIs are counted on the first date that the cluster of signs and symptoms

444. 2018 National Healthcare Quality and Disparities Report: Appendix A (pdf file)
     www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/research/findings/nhqrdr/2018qdr-appa5.pdf
     January 01, 2018 - per 1,000 adult hospital admissions with pneumonia -34.00 -8.71 HCUP 2016 Adults with chronic joint symptoms … who have ever seen a doctor or other health professional for joint symptoms -23.10 -3.20 NHIS 2017 … who have ever seen a doctor or other health professional for joint symptoms 46.2 5.17 NHIS 2017 … who have ever seen a doctor or other health professional for joint symptoms -0.2 0.005 0.713 NHIS … who have ever seen a doctor or other health professional for joint symptoms 3.58 0.01 0.019 NHIS

445. Overuse of Computed Tomography Scans for the Evaluation of Children with Atraumatic Headache: Report (pdf file)
     www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/pqmp/measures/acute/chipra-206-fullreport.pdf
     November 01, 2019 - thunderclap headache, vascular disease, infections, lumbar puncture, new neurologic deficit, or signs and symptoms … its guidelines for imaging children with secondary headaches accompanied by neurological signs or symptoms … codes captured in administrative claims data: 4 • New neurologic deficits or signs or symptoms … has a close parallel to parents who seek out antibiotics for their child who has viral respiratory symptoms … shows that neuroimaging to characterize headache in the absence of documented neurologic signs or symptoms

446. 009-Antibiotic-Stewardship-Guide (doc file)
     www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/hai/tools/mrsa/009-antibiotic-stewardship-guide.docx
     October 01, 2024 - of hospitalized patients experience an adverse reaction related to antibiotic therapy, including GI symptoms … overly broad-spectrum antibiotic regimens, use of antibiotics in patients who do not have signs or symptoms … However, positive urine cultures should only lead to antibiotic therapy if the patient has signs and symptoms … In the absence of signs and symptoms for all other patients, antibiotic therapy is not indicated, and … Some patients may have a very low risk of having an infectious cause of their symptoms and others may

447. Advancing Patient Safety Through Diagnostic Excellence (pdf file)
     www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/action-alliance/action-alliance-diagnostic-excellence-webinar.pdf
     June 01, 2025 -  Tell their story fully and completely and clearly​  Provide accurate information about their symptoms​ … not been heard​  Ask questions to clarify the information shared​  Use a checklist of tests, symptoms …  Listen to patient​s  Support patients in effectively sharing their symptoms. … symptoms; history of present illness; labs) Presenter Notes Presentation Notes At the start of the project … using checklists or other structured communication tools that help patients remember and convey their symptoms

448. NICU Family Information Packet, Appendix B, Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia (pdf file)
     www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/professionals/systems/hospital/nicu_toolkit/nicupacket-apb-bpd.pdf
     June 02, 2025 - ■ Symptoms: tachypnea, increased work of breathing, chronic wheeze or cough, oxygen dependence, +

449. Overuse of Imaging (pdf file)
     www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/pqmp/measures/acute/chipra-195-section-2.pdf
     January 01, 2016 - or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)] was obtained in the absence of documented neurologic signs or symptoms … whom imaging of the head (CT or MRI) was obtained in the absence of documented neurologic signs or symptoms … whom imaging of the head (CT or MRI) was obtained in the absence of documented neurologic signs or symptoms … drums)  Absence of documented neurologic examination  Abnormal neurologic examination or signs or symptoms … Mark “Yes” if any of the examination findings, signs or symptoms listed below were present in the clinical

450. Treating Tobacco Use and Dependence: A Quick Reference Guide for Clinicians (pdf file)
     www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/professionals/clinicians-providers/guidelines-recommendations/tobacco/clinicians/references/quickref/tobaqrg.pdf
     April 01, 2009 - These include nicotine withdrawal symptoms. ■ Remove tobacco products from your environment. … These symptoms include negative mood, urges to smoke, and difficulty concentrating. … Typical barriers might include: ■ Withdrawal symptoms. ■ Fear of failure. ■ Weight gain. … o “You are worried about how you would manage withdrawal symptoms. … reduce strong withdrawal symptoms.

451. Emotional Wellness Resources for Nursing Home Staff (doc file)
     www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/nursing-home/materials/emotional-wellness-resources-electronic.docx
     March 01, 2022 - This site also offers free and anonymous online screenings to check for symptoms that may affect your

452. Manage-Resident-Rti-Facilitator-Guide (doc file)
     www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/antibiotic-use/long-term-care/manage-resident-RTI-facilitator-guide.docx
     June 01, 2021 - occurring during respiratory virus season, respiratory viruses also should be considered as a cause of her symptoms … the 2019 coronavirus infection or COVID-19 as appropriate for residents with new-onset respiratory symptoms … Aspiration pneumonitis symptoms should improve within 48 hours without antibiotic therapy. … When a resolution in symptoms is not observed in the first 48 hours, this should heighten the concern

453. Technical Interventions To Prevent CAUTI | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
     www.ahrq.gov/hai/cauti-tools/guides/implguide-pt3.html
     October 01, 2015 - a urinary catheter, following proper guidelines for urine culturing and understanding the signs and symptoms … before nonurologic surgeries) Standing orders for urinalysis or urine cultures without signs and symptoms … of UTI “PAN” culturing in the absence of sepsis or specific symptoms (mindfulness in evaluating most … urinalysis or urine cultures unless there is an appropriate reason, such as urinary tract infection symptoms … When a urine culture is positive in a catheterized patient who has no symptoms of infection, do not treat

454. Retail and Mail Order Drugs Used in 2014-18 and Later Prescribed For COVID-19 | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
     www.ahrq.gov/data/visualizations/retail-drugs-covid-19.html
     January 01, 2022 - pneumothorax, pulmonary collapse, respiratory failure, respiratory insufficiency, respiratory signs and symptoms

455. UNC Practice Based Research Network | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
     www.ahrq.gov/ncepcr/communities/pbrn/registry/unc-practice-based-research-network.html
     March 05, 2008 - HPV immunization, asthma Women's health issues: Uterine fibroids, prevention of lower urinary tract symptoms

456. The “Never Antibiotic” Diagnoses: Acute Bronchitis – Slides
     www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/antibiotic-use/ambulatory-care/bronchitis-slides.pptx
     September 01, 2022 - recent viral infection, additional diagnostic testing is not indicated in the absence of other signs and symptoms … Patient Handout: The Patient Handout explains the symptoms and symptomatic treatment of bronchitis and

457. Accurate ADHD Diagnosis (pdf file)
     www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/pqmp/measures/chronic/chipra-088-fullreport.pdf
     January 05, 2017 - Assessment of core symptoms of ADHD, including inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity, either through … Assessment of core symptoms of ADHD, including inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity, either … ADHD medications can reduce symptoms, but they can be associated with side effects and symptoms affecting … • ADHD Diagnosis with confirmation of symptoms of inattention: Free text in progress note. … • ADHD Diagnosis with confirmation of symptoms of hyperactivity: Free text in progress note.

458. Chartbook on Effective Treatment: Slide Presentation | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
     www.ahrq.gov/research/findings/nhqrdr/chartbooks/effectivetreatment/effectivetreatment-slides.html
     April 01, 2018 - health professional for joint symptoms. … symptoms who have ever seen a doctor or other health professional for joint symptoms: Left Chart: … health professional for joint symptoms. … chronic joint symptoms who have ever seen a doctor or other health professional for joint symptoms: … Comparison of health-related outcomes for arthritis, chronic joint symptoms, and sporadic joint symptoms

459. Appendix 1-A. Suggested Slides for Module 1 | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
     www.ahrq.gov/patient-safety/settings/long-term-care/resource/facilities/ltc/gdmod1a.html
     October 01, 2014 - Ask the resident how and when the symptoms began. Take the resident's vital signs again. … Older people tend to respond less to change and may exhibit symptoms of illness that are different from

460. Strategies for Improving Patient Experience with Ambulatory Care: Planned Visits (pdf file)
     www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/cahps/quality-improvement/improvement-guide/6-strategies-for-improving/communication/cahps-strategy-6l.pdf
     August 01, 2017 - illness,3 they can fill the gap left by acute care visits that—because of their focus on immediate symptoms … the illness (e.g., improvements in indicators such as blood pressure, cholesterol, HbA1c), reduce symptoms