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101. The Sometimes Antibiotics” Diagnoses: Sinusitis – Facilitator Guide (doc file)
     ce.effectivehealthcare.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.

102. AHRQ’s Safety Program for Nursing Homes: On-Time Preventable Hospital and Emergency Department Visits | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
     www.ahrq.gov/patient-safety/settings/long-term-care/resource/ontime/prevhosp/treat-release.html
     September 01, 2017 - reasons     Table 4 (continued)   Reason for Transfer Resident Cardiac/ Circulatory Symptoms … Respiratory Symptoms Mental/ Psychiatric/ Neurological Symptoms Gastrointestinal … / Genitourinary Symptoms Endocrine/ Metabolic/ Nutrition Issues Wound or … Reason for Transfer Resident Injury: Fall Related Injury: Not Fall Related Musculoskeletal Symptoms

103. Screening for Obstructive Sleep Apnea in Adults (pdf file)
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     November 01, 2022 - I Statement For adults 18 years or older who do not have signs or symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea … • This recommendation applies to adults 18 years or older without signs or symptoms of OSA. … • It also applies to adults with unrecognized symptoms of OSA. … - Signs and symptoms of sleep apnea include snoring, witnessed apnea, excessive daytime sleepiness … • This recommendation includes persons who are not aware of their symptoms or do not report symptoms

104. 4 Tk1 T4-Urinalysis And Utis Improving Care Final (pdf file)
     www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/nhguide/4_TK1_T4-Urinalysis_and_UTIs_Improving_Care_Final.pdf
     October 01, 2016 - Identify the signs and symptoms of UTIs and apply best practices for antibiotic stewardship to residents … • We will discuss: — Signs and symptoms of UTIs — Three common myths about UTIs What Is a UTI? … Signs and Symptoms of a UTI • Question: What are the signs and symptoms of a UTI? … • The key symptoms of urinary tract infections are: — Dysuria or acute pain when urinating — Fever … • It may be better to wait and assess the resident frequently for other symptoms of infection. 2

105. Slides from eAAP Training Presentations for Final Implementation Reoprt (pdf file)
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     January 01, 2007 -  Frequency of Nighttime symptoms  Lung function  2007 Guidelines  Impairment  Frequency of … Daytime symptoms  Frequency of Nighttime symptoms  Frequency of SABA use  Interference with normal … Airway hyperresponsiveness or episodic symptoms of airflow obstruction are present 3. … Daytime symptoms  Frequency of Nighttime symptoms  Frequency of SABA use  Interference with normal … Daytime symptoms  Frequency of Nighttime symptoms  Frequency of SABA use  Interference with normal

106. Assessing adolescent asthma symptoms and adherence using mobile phones. | Digital Healthcare Research
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     January 01, 2022 - Assessing adolescent asthma symptoms and adherence using mobile phones. … Assessing adolescent asthma symptoms and adherence using mobile phones.

107. The “Sometimes Antibiotics” Diagnoses: Pharyngitis – Facilitator Guide (doc file)
     www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/antibiotic-use/ambulatory-care/pharyngitis-guide.docx
     September 01, 2022 - Patients with viral pharyngitis have other signs and symptoms suggesting a viral infection such as low-grade … You may consider treating with antibiotics if the patient is experiencing severe symptoms. … Antibiotic treatment can potentially reduce symptoms of bacterial pharyngitis by about half a day, and … It explains the symptoms and symptomatic treatment of pharyngitis and emphasizes that antibiotics are … Patient Handout: The Patient Handout explains the symptoms and symptomatic treatment of pharyngitis

108. Accurate ADHD Diagnosis, Measure 1, Section 5, Attachment 4 (pdf file)
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     January 01, 2011 - Rating scales or specific questionnaires containing the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM) symptoms … If a parent reports that the patient suffers from any symptoms of ADHD that induce impairment or if … the patient scores in the clinical range for ADHD symptoms on a rating scale, then a full evaluation … Treatment of ADHD Should Continue as Long as Symptoms Remain Present and Cause Impairment. … In pre-adolescent children with ADHD/HKD and comorbid symptoms of oppositional defiant disorder and/

109. ADHD Guidelines Review (pdf file)
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     January 01, 2011 - Rating scales or specific questionnaires containing the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM) symptoms … If a parent reports that the patient suffers from any symptoms of ADHD that induce impairment or if … the patient scores in the clinical range for ADHD symptoms on a rating scale, then a full evaluation … Treatment of ADHD Should Continue as Long as Symptoms Remain Present and Cause Impairment. … In pre-adolescent children with ADHD/HKD and comorbid symptoms of oppositional defiant disorder and/

110. Upper Respiratory Tract Infection: The Common Cold (pdf file)
     www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/antibiotic-use/ambulatory-care/respiratory-one-pager.pdf
     September 01, 2022 - • Upper respiratory tract infections or “the common cold” are caused by viruses and present with symptoms … asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), or heart failure • For recurrent or chronic symptoms … period for most viral causes of the common cold is 1–3 days and patients may be infectious as long as symptoms … • Antibiotic treatment does not prevent complications.9 • Symptoms usually last about 1 week and up … • Patients should be instructed to contact the clinic or go to the emergency department if symptoms

111. 6 Tk1 T2-Talking With Residents Family Members Checklist Version Final (pdf file)
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     October 01, 2016 - If your family member is experiencing symptoms of infection and bacteria are found, she or he will typically … • Antibiotics do not help when there are no UTI symptoms. … • If your family member is not experiencing any symptoms, but a urine sample shows some bacteria, it … The most common symptoms of a respiratory infection that needs an antibiotic are a fever with a bad cough … • If your family member has a cough, but no fever or other symptoms, it is often better to wait.

112. 6 Tk1 T2-Talking With Residents Family Members Checklist Version Final (doc file)
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     October 01, 2016 - If your family member is experiencing symptoms of infection and bacteria are found, she or he will typically … Antibiotics do not help when there are no UTI symptoms. … If your family member is not experiencing any symptoms, but a urine sample shows some bacteria, it may … The most common symptoms of a respiratory infection that needs an antibiotic are a fever with a bad cough … If your family member has a cough, but no fever or other symptoms, it is often better to wait.

113. 4 Tk1 T4-Urinalysis And Utis Improving Care Final 0 (doc file)
     www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/nhguide/4_TK1_T4-Urinalysis_and_UTIs_Improving_Care_Final_0.docx
     October 01, 2016 - Identify the signs and symptoms of UTIs and apply best practices for antibiotic stewardship to residents … session is to review the signs and symptoms of suspected urinary tract infections or UTIs. … We will discuss: Signs and symptoms of UTIs Three common myths about UTIs What Is a UTI? … Signs and Symptoms of a UTI Question: What are the signs and symptoms of a UTI? … It may be better to wait and assess the resident frequently for other symptoms of infection.

114. Updated Handouts (pdf file)
     cds.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/cds/artifact/136331/Tricyclic%20Antidepressant%20Patient%20Handout.pdf
     July 23, 2021 - Withdrawal symptoms can last for a few weeks. … Withdrawal symptoms can include: • Anxiety • Insomnia or vivid dreams • Headaches • Dizziness • Tiredness … It can be difficult to tell the difference between the withdrawal symptoms and the return of symptoms … Keep your health care provider informed of your symptoms. … If your symptoms return, your health care provider may recommend another medication.

115. The “Sometimes Antibiotics” Diagnoses: Sinusitis – Slides
     www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/antibiotic-use/ambulatory-care/sinusitis-slides.pptx
     September 01, 2022 - She is uncomfortable and frustrated with the duration of her symptoms. 5 Sinusitis AHRQ Safety Program … 1,2  Common symptoms: Purulent nasal discharge Facial pain or pressure Nasal congestion Reduced sense … Treatment should be directed at relief of symptoms such as with decongestants. … Symptoms suggestive of orbital cellulitis or central nervous system infection include– Limited ocular … Patient Handout: The Patient Handout explains the symptoms and symptomatic treatment of sinusitis and

116. 6 Tk1 T2-Talking With Residents Family Members Final (doc file)
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     October 01, 2016 - . · The most common symptoms of UTIs are a burning feeling when urinating, a strong urge to urinate often … However, many older people get an antibiotic for UTI treatment even though they do not have these symptoms … Watchful waiting also means that if any symptoms of infection develop, antibiotic treatment can still … Watchful waiting also means that if any symptoms of infection develop, antibiotic treatment can still … Symptoms of C. diff include painful diarrhea, pain or cramping in the stomach, weight loss, fever, and

117. 76. For the Patient Who Has Recently Quit (Continued) | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
     www.ahrq.gov/prevention/guidelines/tobacco/clinicians/presentations/2008update-full/slide76.html
     October 01, 2014 - Strong or prolonged withdrawal symptoms If the patient reports prolonged craving or other withdrawal … symptoms, consider extending the use of an approved medication or adding/combining medications to reduce … strong withdrawal symptoms.

118. U.S. Preventive Services Task Force Issues Final Recommendation on Screening for Skin Cancer: More Research is Needed to Recommend For or Against Screening Adolescents and Adults without Symptoms (pdf file)
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     April 18, 2023 - Cancer: More Research is Needed to Recommend For or Against Screening Adolescents and Adults without Symptoms … Cancer More research is needed to recommend for or against screening adolescents and adults without symptoms … determined that there is not enough evidence to recommend for or against screening people without symptoms … recommendation does not apply to people with a family history of skin cancer or those with signs or symptoms … "We need more research on whether or not screening for skin cancer in people without symptoms is beneficial

119. COVID-19 Identification & Prevention series | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
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     August 01, 2022 - Identification & 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

120. Using mHealth and Patient-Reported Outcomes to Deliver Evidence-Based Asthma Care | Digital Healthcare Research
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     January 01, 2022 - existing guidelines call for providers to adjust treatment based on serial monitoring of patients’ symptoms … Mobile health (mHealth) and smartphone technology can allow patients to report symptoms more frequently … People with asthma have better outcomes and fewer flareups when their symptoms are routinely monitored … Patients reported that the app was simple and easy to use, increased awareness of their asthma symptoms … The enhancements will include recording peak flows and details on recent symptoms and triggers, which