Search results for "Blood pressure"
Intensive control of glucose, cholesterol reduces retinopathy
CMS defines meaningful use, ACP respondsStart now to prepare for Version 5010
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/07/20/4.htm
20 Jul 2010
Updated guidelines issued on management of spontaneous intracerebral hemorrhage
Insurance company's anti-antacid project had little effectPhysicians avoid e-prescribing even if they have access
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/08/03/4.htm
3 Aug 2010
MKSAP Quiz: three-month history of sweating, appetite and weight loss
Meta-analysis finds telemonitoring beneficial
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/08/10/3.htm
10 Aug 2010
Plasma renin activity helps predict response to antihypertensive medications
Video HEALTH TiPS on opioid pain medications available
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/08/24/6.htm
24 Aug 2010
MKSAP Quiz: generalized, intensely pruritic eruption
Additional screening criteria suggested for abdominal aortic aneurysm
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/08/31/3.htm
31 Aug 2010
MKSAP Quiz: new-onset atrial fibrillation
A 30-year-old woman is evaluated for management of new-onset atrial fibrillation. She has a history of tetralogy of Fallot that was repaired at age 18 months. She has had no cardiovascular concerns since then and has not had regular follow-up since childhood. What is the most likely cause of this patient's atrial fibrillation?.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2010/09/mksap.htm
1 Sep 2010
Easy ways to ensure meaningful use
Preparing, selecting and fully implementing an electronic health record require time and money at a time when there's not a lot of either. Six easy steps can prepare staff to meet the core sets of objectives and measures.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2010/09/tips.htm
1 Sep 2010
MKSAP Quiz: Assessment of exertional dyspnea
A 70-year-old man with a history of a systolic murmur presents for further assessment of exertional dyspnea. He has had dyspnea his entire life, but has noted a recent deterioration in his exercise capacity. What is the most likely diagnosis?.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2010/10/mksap.htm
1 Oct 2010
Updated consensus statement issued for hypertension management in blacks
MKSAP Quiz: swollen right elbow for two days
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/10/12/2.htm
12 Oct 2010
MKSAP Quiz: gradual memory loss
Prior aspirin use a marker for recurrent events post-ACS, but not mortalityDental procedures may pose transient, minimal cardiovascular risk
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/10/19/3.htm
19 Oct 2010