Search results for "Critical care"
ATS guideline strongly recommends varenicline for smoking cessation
A new clinical practice guideline from the American Thoracic Society (ATS) made five strong recommendations and two conditional recommendations regarding medications to treat adults with tobacco dependence.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2020/07/21/3.htm
21 Jul 2020
MKSAP Quiz: Evaluation for chronic cough
A 42-year-old man is evaluated in the office for chronic cough. He first developed a cough 3 years ago. It is productive of clear to yellow sputum that is occasionally blood-tinged. Following a physical exam and chest radiograph, what is the most likely diagnosis?
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2020/07/mksap-quiz-evaluation-for-chronic-cough.htm
1 Jul 2020
COVID-19 and primary care
This issue also covers personal protective equipment and retirement planning.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2020/07/covid-19-and-primary-care.htm
1 Jul 2020
MKSAP Quiz: 6 months of exertional dyspnea
A 46-year-old man is evaluated for 6 months of exertional dyspnea, fatigue, and ankle edema. Recently he experienced near-syncope walking up two flights of stairs. He has no other medical problems and takes no medications. Following a physical exam, transthoracic echocardiogram, and other tests, what is the most appropriate treatment?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2020/06/09/3.htm
9 Jun 2020
Palliative care for a pandemic
Diane E. Meier, MD, FACP, director of the Center to Advance Palliative Care, discusses how palliative care can be applied to the COVID-19 pandemic.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2020/05/palliative-care-for-a-pandemic.htm
1 May 2020
Clinical practice guideline released on pharmacologic management of COPD
The American Thoracic Society strongly recommended LABA/LAMA combination therapy over monotherapy with either agent in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and dyspnea or exercise intolerance, among other guidance.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2020/04/21/4.htm
21 Apr 2020
STIs on the rise
This issue also covers comanagement of Parkinson's disease, transitions from medical school to residency, and cognitive impairment after an ICU stay.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2020/04/stis-on-the-rise.htm
1 Apr 2020
Impaired cognition, a long-lasting consequence of the ICU
Impaired cognition after an ICU visit is common, often existing alongside physical debility and mental and emotional problems.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2020/04/impaired-cognition-a-long-lasting-consequence-of-the-icu.htm
1 Apr 2020
MKSAP Quiz: 1-week history of chest pressure
A 35-year-old woman is evaluated for a 4-month history of exertional dyspnea and a 1-week history of chest pressure. She has no sputum production, cough, or wheezes. She has never smoked. Following a physical examination, laboratory studies, electrocardiogram, and chest radiograph, what is the most appropriate initial test?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2020/03/17/3.htm
17 Mar 2020
Recent guidance offered on preparing to treat COVID-19
ACP has developed a new practice management resource on telehealth care in response to the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) and continues to press the U.S. government to do more to address the pandemic.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2020/03/17/1.htm
17 Mar 2020