Case Study: Pain in the Right Lower Abdomen
A young woman presents to the emergency department with right lower quadrant pain that has become progressively worse over the past 18 hours.
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Confidential, Privileged Information
Is an overheard murder confession by a patientadmissible in court?
Pharmacogenetic Testing: Does it Improve Therapy in Patients With MDD?
Testing for genetic variants may allow clinicians to predict how patients with major depressive disorder metabolize antidepressants.
Spotlight on Fibromyalgia: Updates on Diagnosis and Clinical Management
Fibromyalgia is a chronic pain condition characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain, sleep disturbance, fatigue.
Preparing for an Uncertain Fall Season
When states lifted their stay-at-home orders, reopened businesses, and relaxed social distancing rules, the number of cases of COVID-19 exploded—what will happen when the flu season begins?
ACP/AAFP Publish Guideline on Managing Acute Pain From Musculoskeletal Injuries
This guideline provides recommendations for managing acute pain resulting from non–low back, musculoskeletal injuries in adults.
Case Study: Epigastric Abdominal Pain and Vomiting
A patient presents to the emergency department with intermittent epigastric abdominal pain that radiates into his back.
Scabies Outbreak in Hospital Leads to Lawsuit
A nurse’s investigation of the source of a scabies outbreak leads to her dismissal.
Screening and Diagnosis of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms
Abdominal aortic aneurysms are likely to be encountered in the primary care setting, making appropriate diagnosis and management indispensable.
How to Prepare Patients for the New Influenza Season During COVID-19 Pandemic
The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices encourages all Americans to receive the flu vaccine between September and October.
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