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161. Environmental Scan - Dissemination and Implementation of Nonsurgical Urinary Incontinence (UI) Treatment for Women in Primary Care (pdf file)
     www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/evidencenow/mui/mui-environmental-scan-brief.pdf
     January 01, 2023 - Despite the existence of screening tools and a variety of affordable, evidence-based nonsurgical treatments … environmental scan in 2022 to identify existing evidence for disseminating and implementing nonsurgical UI treatments … • Three supplemental searches, focused on referral by UI specialists to physical therapy, referral … by primary care physicians (PCPs) to physical therapy for non-UI conditions, and referral by PCPs … Focus of the 18 studies Referral to physical therapy (PT) for both UI and other indications or referral

162. Protocol - Continuous Positive Airway Pressure Treatment for Obstructive Sleep Apnea in Medicare Eligible Patients (pdf file)
     www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/research/findings/ta/topicrefinement/sleep-apnea-protocol.pdf
     June 09, 2020 - Treatment of OSA The most common first-line therapy for OSA is the use of continuous positive airway … Other nonsurgical interventions used to treat OSA include devices to alter sleep position (positional therapy … ), physical therapy to improve oropharyngeal muscle tone, complementary and alternative medicine techniques … Because AHI is commonly used to evaluate the mechanical effectiveness of CPAP (and other treatments … Decision Memo for Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) Therapy for Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA

163. PowerPoint Presentation: Best Practices in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Community-Associated Lower Respiratory Tract Conditions
     www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/antibiotic-use/best-practices/respiratory-slides.pptx
     November 01, 2019 - PowerPoint Presentation: Best Practices in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Community-Associated Lower … for 5 days is as safe and effective as longer treatment courses2-8 One RCT even showed therapy as short … Two meta-analyses have also shown short courses of antibiotic therapy are effective for the treatment … Diagnosis and treatment of adults with community-acquired pneumonia. … Follow-up protected specimen brushes to assess treatment in nosocomial pneumonia.

164. Chapter 7. Discussion of Project Findings | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
     www.ahrq.gov/practiceimprovement/delivery-initiative/ihs/chapter7.html
     December 01, 2017 - Methods Appendix B: Patient age, health status, and IHS total treatment costs by diabetes stage. … Treatment costs for adults with diabetes but not CVD (i.e., $6,129) were approximately half the costs … The 14.7 percent of adults with diabetes accounted for one-third of adult treatment costs. … Among adults with CVD but not diabetes, estimated treatment costs averaged $9,009. … Consequently, the estimated average treatment costs for the project sites may be higher than costs in

165. 53. What's New in 2008? 2000 Recommendations Changed for 2008 (Continued) | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
     www.ahrq.gov/prevention/guidelines/tobacco/clinicians/presentations/2008update-full/slide53.html
     October 01, 2014 - Tobacco Dependence Treatment as a Part of Assessing Health Care Quality: 2000 Guideline: Recommendation … These standard measures should also include measures of outcomes (e.g., use of cessation treatment, short

166. Contemporary Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA) Clinical Issues Involving Pregnant Patients (pdf file)
     www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/topics/contemporary-EMTALA-clinical-issues-pregnantpts.pdf
     December 01, 2024 - Contemporary Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA) Clinical Issues Involving Pregnant Patients … 1 Contemporary Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA) Clinical Issues Involving Pregnant … Enforcement of the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act, 2005 to 2014. … Enforcement of the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act, 2005 to 2014. … Penalties for Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act Violations Involving Obstetrical Emergencies

167. Executive Summary | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
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     December 01, 2017 - The 14.7 percent of adults with diabetes accounted for one-third of adult treatment costs. … Among adults with CVD but not diabetes, estimated treatment costs averaged $9,009. … IHS total treatment costs include those associated with I/T and CHS services. … costs represented one-third of all treatment costs for adults. … Among adults with CVD but not diabetes, estimated treatment costs averaged $9,009.

168. Treating Tobacco Use and Dependence: 2008 Update: Slide Presentation | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
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     October 01, 2014 - : Counseling (Continued) Treatment Recommendations: Counseling (Continued) Treatment Recommendations … Treatment Recommendations: Medications Treatment Recommendations: Medications—Nicotine Gum Treatment … ) Treatment Recommendations: Medications Treatment Recommendations: Medications—Over the Counter … Treatment Treatment Recommendations: Intensive Treatment (Continued) Components of Intensive Treatment … Include tobacco dependence treatments (both counseling and medication) .identified as effective in this

169. 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 - breast cancer have been reported to have double the risk for failing to receive necessary adjuvant treatments … Evidence-based psychological therapies can help patients overcome interpersonal difficulties, health … Psychological therapies can help modify health beliefs, treat comorbid anxiety and other disorders, and … The STAR*D trial: revealing the need for better treatments. … Evaluating the effectiveness of addiction treatments: reasonable expectations, appropriate comparisons

170. On-Time Pressure Ulcer Healing: Introduction | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
     www.ahrq.gov/patient-safety/settings/long-term-care/resource/ontime/pruhealing/intro.html
     December 01, 2017 - standardized data elements for comprehensive documentation of weekly pressure ulcer characteristics as well as treatments … These reports also help improve clinical decisionmaking related to pressure ulcer treatment plans. … Reports display pressure ulcer assessment details, treatments, mobility status, bowel and bladder patterns … For example, during wound rounds, the wound nurse may prefer having treatment details for each ulcer … Prevention and Treatment of Pressure Ulcers: Quick Reference Guide. Emily Haesler (Ed.).

171. Tools and Resources to Help Improve Urinary Incontinence Care for Women | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
     www.ahrq.gov/evidencenow/projects/urinary/resources.html
     August 01, 2025 - program produced an environmental scan that includes existing evidence and tools to inform nonsurgical treatment … interventions, strategies, and tools for disseminating and implementing nonsurgical urinary incontinence treatments … ) This short one-pager educates women about the scope of the UI problem, what effective nonsurgical treatments … Pelvic Floor Therapy Exercise Handout (PDF, 2 MB)  This document is a resource provided to patients … It summarizes the scope of the problem, highlights effective nonsurgical treatments available, and includes

172. PowerPoint Presentation: Best Practices in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia
     www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/antibiotic-use/best-practices/HAP-slides.pptx
     November 01, 2019 - PowerPoint Presentation: Best Practices in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia … Best Practices in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia AHRQ Safety Program for … 1 Objectives Discuss the approach to diagnosing hospital-acquired pneumonia (HAP) Discuss empiric treatment … Can I narrow therapy or change from IV to oral therapy? … Is Sufficient16 A week of antibiotic therapy is sufficient for the treatment of HAP.

173. Best Practices in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Cellulitis and Skin and Soft Tissue Abscesses – Slides (doc file)
     www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/antibiotic-use/ambulatory-care/skin-soft-tissue-guide.docx
     September 01, 2022 - Both agents are also effective therapies for MSSA. … Empiric treatment should include coverage for MRSA. … Treatment recommendations for cellulitis in children and adults are similar. … While the primary treatment for cutaneous abscesses is drainage, adjunctive antibiotic therapy may be … Slide 18 Non-Antibiotic Therapy SAY: Successful treatment of cellulitis requires more than just

174. PowerPoint Presentation: Best Practices in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia
     www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/antibiotic-use/best-practices/VAP-slides.pptx
     November 01, 2019 - PowerPoint Presentation: Best Practices in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia … Best Practices in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia Acute Care AHRQ Safety … Can I narrow therapy or change from IV to oral therapy? 4. … Is Sufficient15 A week of antibiotic therapy is sufficient for the treatment of VAP. … Ceftriaxone or ampicillin/sulbactam are reasonable treatment options for low-risk patients.

175. Best Practices in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Cellulitis and Skin and Soft Tissue Infections
     www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/antibiotic-use/best-practices/cellulitis-slides.pptx
     November 01, 2019 - Best Practices in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Cellulitis and Skin and Soft Tissue Infections Best … Describe empiric treatment options for cellulitis. … Can I narrow therapy or change from IV to oral therapy? … Can I narrow therapy or change from IV to oral therapy? … Can I narrow therapy or change from IV to oral therapy?

176. Best Practices in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Cellulitis and Skin and Soft Tissue Infections (pdf file)
     www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/antibiotic-use/best-practices/cellulitis-facilitator-guide.pdf
     November 01, 2019 - Best Practices in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Cellulitis and Skin and Soft Tissue Infections …  Describe empiric treatment options for cellulitis  Discuss the role of antibiotic therapy for … Empiric treatment should include coverage for MRSA. … The primary treatment for cutaneous abscesses is drainage, and the role of adjunctive antibiotic therapy … Can I narrow therapy or change from IV to oral therapy?

177. 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 - who should and should not be tested and treated for asymptomatic bacteriuria • Recommend empiric treatments … Can I narrow therapy or change from intravenous to oral therapy? … Slide 8 Treatment of ASB May Cause Harm SAY: Treatment of asymptomatic bacteriuria is associated … Oral therapy is preferred for empiric therapy, and you should avoid giving intravenous, or IV, therapy … Remember to count days of appropriate inpatient IV therapy towards the total count of days of therapy

178. Cancer | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
     www.ahrq.gov/research/findings/nhqrdr/chartbooks/effectivetreatment/cancer.html
     June 01, 2018 - Chartbook on Effective Treatment Cancer Previous Page Next Page Table of Contents … Chartbook on Effective Treatment Acknowledgments Effective Treatment Effective Treatment Trends … Breast Cancer Treatment Women With Breast Cancer Who Received Axillary Node Dissection or Sentinel … Therefore, finding cancer in one or more lymph nodes often affects the treatment plan. … breast cancer have been reported to have double the risk for failing to receive necessary adjuvant treatments

179. Implementing Shared Decision-Making: Barriers and Solutions—An Orthopedic Case Study | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
     www.ahrq.gov/patient-safety/reports/liability/mincer.html
     August 01, 2017 - Informed consent with patient “teach-back” of key information about the proposed treatments or procedures … insights into a proposed course of treatment for a patient. … Many physicians believe that the patient has a minor role in decisions regarding their health care treatments … Herniated Disc: Choosing the right treatment for you. … Spinal Stenosis: Choosing the right treatment for you.

180. Best Practices in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Sepsis | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
     www.ahrq.gov/antibiotic-use/acute-care/diagnosis/sepsis.html
     November 01, 2019 - Best Practices in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Sepsis After viewing or presenting this presentation … will be able to— Review approaches to the diagnosis of sepsis Describe approaches to empiric treatment … of sepsis Recognize when to stop and narrow antibiotic therapy in patients with suspected sepsis … Discuss durations of therapy for patients with sepsis Slides (PPTX) Facilitator Guide (PDF