Search results for "Rehabilitation"
Updated hearing loss guideline clarifies timing of interventions, changes terminology
For sudden hearing loss, urgent evaluation and initiation of treatment are important, according to a guideline update from the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2019/08/13/4.htm
13 Aug 2019
Catch up on new COPD guidelines
Updated guidelines for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease revised the definition and staging of the condition, and an expert offers tips for optimal care.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2018/06/catch-up-on-new-copd-guidelines.htm
1 Jun 2018
MKSAP Quiz: Posthospital evaluation for severe COPD
A 64-year-old woman is evaluated during a posthospital visit for severe COPD with an FEV1 of 30% of predicted. She has been admitted three times during the last year with acute exacerbations. Following physical and pulmonary exams, what is the most appropriate treatment to reduce this patient's COPD exacerbations?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2019/08/20/3.htm
20 Aug 2019
Begin to apply ICD-10 in real-life practice
CMS has begun to apply ICD-10 coding standards more concretely, such as adding them to future versions of its coverage policies.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2013/06/coding.htm
1 Jun 2013
How ACP members can support hurricane aid efforts
ACP is providing information on help with relief and aid efforts, including volunteer opportunities, ways to donate, and more.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2017/09/12/5.htm
12 Sep 2017
Catheters, infusion pumps recalled
This column reviews details on recent recalls, warnings, and approvals.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2021/02/catheters-infusion-pumps-recalled.htm
1 Feb 2021
Concussions cause cognitive concerns
Traumatic brain injury accounts for three million ED visits a year and at least another three to six million visits for outpatient medical care several days after the injury, without an ED visit.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2019/02/concussions-cause-cognitive-concerns.htm
1 Feb 2019
Emphasize exercise for CAD testing, disease prevention
Exercise capacity is the single most power predictor of cardiovascular events, whether or not symptoms are present.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2014/06/CAD.htm
1 Jun 2014
Major medical societies update performance measures for coronary artery disease, hypertension
New performance measures for adults with coronary artery disease and hypertension are meant to provide a patient-centered focus and give practitioners and institutions tools to measure and improve care quality.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2011/06/14/2.htm
14 Jun 2011
10 tips for well-being amid COVID-19
The global pandemic has professional and personal consequences for physicians, so experts offer their advice on coping during COVID-19.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2020/07/10-tips-for-well-being-amid-covid-19.htm
1 Jul 2020