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1. Children/adolescents admitted to the hospital with psychotic symptoms who are not currently taking antipsychotics | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
   www.qualitymeasures.ahrq.gov/pqmp/measures/adolescents-antipsychotic-medications.html
   August 01, 2021 - Program PQMP Measures Children/adolescents admitted to the hospital with psychotic symptoms … PQMP Grantees Children/adolescents admitted to the hospital with psychotic symptoms … August 2021 Internet Citation: Children/adolescents admitted to the hospital with psychotic symptoms

2. Adolescents who present to the ED with psychotic symptoms should receive the laboratory tests | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
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   August 01, 2021 - Measures Program PQMP Measures Adolescents who present to the ED with psychotic symptoms … Improvement PQMP Grantees Adolescents who present to the ED with psychotic symptoms … created August 2021 Internet Citation: Adolescents who present to the ED with psychotic symptoms

3. The Sometimes Antibiotics” Diagnoses: Sinusitis – Facilitator Guide (doc file)
   www.qualitymeasures.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/antibiotic-use/ambulatory-care/sinusitis-guide.docx
   September 01, 2022 - , severe symptoms, and worsening of symptoms.  … Persistent symptoms are defined as symptoms that have lasted 10 or more days without improvement. … Worsening symptoms are defined as initial improvement of viral upper respiratory tract symptoms with … Remember that criteria for antibiotic therapy are either worsening symptoms OR persistent symptoms OR … severe symptoms.

4. Children/adolescents admitted to the hospital with psychotic symptoms should have a psychiatric consult (in person or tele-psychiatry) within 24 hours of admission | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
   www.qualitymeasures.ahrq.gov/pqmp/measures/adolescents-psychiatric-consult.html
   August 01, 2021 - Program PQMP Measures Children/adolescents admitted to the hospital with psychotic symptoms … PQMP Grantees Children/adolescents admitted to the hospital with psychotic symptoms … August 2021 Internet Citation: Children/adolescents admitted to the hospital with psychotic symptoms

5. Tool: SBAR | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
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   November 01, 2019 - I want to confirm my understanding of your symptoms…[list symptoms]. … Background Acknowledge the impact of the symptoms. … "From what you have explained, your symptoms are impacting you…[describe how symptoms are impacting the … "My initial thinking is that your symptoms are consistent with XXX [name the diagnosis]." … "If you experience X or Y new symptoms, please come back in or call the office."

6. Best Practices in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Asymptomatic Bacteriuria and Urinary Tract Infections – Facilitator Guide (doc file)
   www.qualitymeasures.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/antibiotic-use/ambulatory-care/uti-guide.docx
   September 01, 2022 - of symptoms of a UTI. … Common symptoms of cystitis are dysuria, frequency, urgency, and suprapubic pain. … Common symptoms of pyelonephritis are fever and flank pain, in addition to the symptoms of cystitis. … Urine cultures should only be obtained from patients with symptoms of a UTI. … In a study in which 72 elderly residents without traditional UTI symptoms were questioned about symptoms

7. Assess-Resident-Uti-Facilitator-Guide (doc file)
   www.qualitymeasures.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/antibiotic-use/long-term-care/assess-resident-UTI-facilitator-guide.docx
   June 01, 2021 - You talk with the resident and find out she does not have any urinary symptoms. … Let’s ask him about symptoms when he’s finished singing,” you are correct! … There are several signs and symptoms of a catheter-associated UTI. … When you talk to Sally, she states that her symptoms have not improved. … This would be an opportunity to find out more about her symptoms.

8. 6 Tk1 T5-Suspect A Urinary Tract Infection Brochure Ma Coalition Final (pdf file)
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   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

9. Talking With Residents and Family Members About Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) (pdf file)
   www.qualitymeasures.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/antibiotic-use/long-term-care/family-members-UTI.pdf
   June 01, 2021 - • The most common symptoms of urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a burning feeling when urinating and … • Confusion or disorientation without vital sign changes suggesting infection or urinary symptoms … are rarely, if ever, symptoms of a UTI … • Many older people get an antibiotic for UTI treatment even though they do not have symptoms of … • Antibiotics do not help when there are no UTI symptoms, and we have newer data indicating that

10. The “Never Antibiotics” Diagnoses: ​Viral Acute Upper Respiratory Infection: ​the Common Cold – Facilitator Guide (doc file)
    www.qualitymeasures.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/antibiotic-use/ambulatory-care/common-cold-guide.docx
    September 01, 2022 - The patient’s symptoms—acute onset of rhinorrhea, sore throat, cough—in combination with a nonconcerning … However, there are non-antibiotic treatments that can help relieve symptoms. … First, patients want to hear that the clinician is taking their symptoms seriously, and historically … They may also have concerns about difficulties reaching a provider if their symptoms worsen. … This statement can be followed with options to treat symptoms.

11. Studies Summarize Current Evidence on Tools to Treat, Diagnose ADHD Symptoms in Children | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
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    March 01, 2024 - AHRQ News Now Studies Summarize Current Evidence on Tools to Treat, Diagnose ADHD Symptoms … Events Studies Summarize Current Evidence on Tools to Treat, Diagnose ADHD Symptoms … Today's Headlines: Studies Summarize Current Evidence on Tools to Treat, Diagnose ADHD Symptoms in … Studies Summarize Current Evidence on Tools to Treat, Diagnose ADHD Symptoms in Children A growing … number of treatments are available to improve attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) symptoms

12. The “Sometimes Antibiotics” Diagnoses: Acute Otitis Media in Children  – Slides
    www.qualitymeasures.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/antibiotic-use/ambulatory-care/aom-children-slides.pptx
    September 01, 2022 - 1,2 Moderate to severe bulging of the tympanic membrane or new onset otorrhea with signs and symptoms … Unilateral otitis media without otorrhea: Either antibiotic therapy or observation if symptoms are mild … If symptoms worsen or no improvement within 48–72 hours, start antibiotics. … Any age with severe symptoms Course 10-day course 7-day course  5- to 7-day course  10-day course … Patient Handout: The patient handout explains the symptoms and symptomatic treatment of acute otitis

13. PowerPoint Presentation
    www.qualitymeasures.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/antibiotic-use/long-term-care/assess-resident-UTI-slides.pptx
    June 01, 2021 - Recognize the signs and symptoms of a suspected UTI that should be reported to and discussed by the health … These are signs and symptoms of a UTI. Determine if she has an indwelling urinary catheter. … Ask her about signs and symptoms of infection. Good choice.  … Contact the practitioner with vitals, symptoms, and your assessment. Good choice. … Be sure to mention that you asked about signs and symptoms that could suggest a UTI.

14. The “Sometimes Antibiotics” Diagnoses: Acute Otitis Media in Children – Facilitator Guide (doc file)
    www.qualitymeasures.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.

15. Acute Sinusitis (pdf file)
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    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.

16. Acute Otitis Media (pdf file)
    www.qualitymeasures.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

17. Suspected Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) in Long-Term Care Residents (pdf file)
    www.qualitymeasures.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

18. Management of Skin and Soft Tissue Infections (pdf file)
    www.qualitymeasures.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

19. Best Practices in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Asymptomatic Bacteriuria and Urinary Tract Infections – Slides
    www.qualitymeasures.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.

20. Utilization of the PHQ-9 to Monitor Depression Symptoms for Adolescents and Adults | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
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    August 01, 2021 - Measures Program PQMP Measures Utilization of the PHQ-9 to Monitor Depression Symptoms … Improvement PQMP Grantees Utilization of the PHQ-9 to Monitor Depression Symptoms … created August 2021 Internet Citation: Utilization of the PHQ-9 to Monitor Depression Symptoms