ACP Advises Point-of-Care Ultrasound to Aid Diagnosis of Dyspnea
POCUS suggested in addition to standard diagnostic pathway for patients with acute dyspnea in ED, inpatient setting when diagnosis is uncertain
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Rash Following Medication Change Prompts Evaluation of Excipient Allergy
The patient developed a generalized maculopapular rash approximately 3 hours after receiving warfarin.
Remote PAP Monitoring by Implanted Sensor May Improve HF Management
Remote PAP-guided management better reduced PAP, hospitalizations, and mortality among patients with NYHA Class III HF.
Increased Risk for Mortality Due to Pregnancy-Associated Stroke in Black Women
At the 2021 International Stroke Conference, study researchers presented their findings regarding racial disparities in mortality due to pregnancy associated stroke.
Burnout Symptoms Common for Neonatal Health Care Workers
Two-thirds of maternal and neonatal HCWs report symptoms of burnout, and almost three-quarters feel that burnout has increased amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Patient-Directed Prone Positioning Is Not Feasible in COVID-19
Patient-directed prone positioning is not feasible in spontaneously breathing, nonintubated patients hospitalized with COVID-19.
Mortality Trends in Patients With High-Risk Pulmonary Embolism
Although the mortality of patients with high-risk pulmonary embolism has decreased over time, the decrease cannot be attributed to improved treatments for pulmonary embolism.
Zinc Deficiency May Up Infection-Related Hospitalizations in Advanced CKD
Nearly 80% of patients in a recent study had very low serum zinc values, which raises concern for the advanced CKD population at large, according to investigators.
Clinician Burnout and COVID-19: Q&A Panel Discussion
“It has been over a year of constant trauma. It has been over a year of not sleeping.” How are healthcare workers managing their mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic?
Black Infant Mortality Gap Decreases When Black Physicians Provide Care
Excess Black infant mortality gap is halved when Black newborns are cared for by a physician of the same race vs a White physician.
Healthy Microbiome Is Key to Sepsis Management
The authors emphasize that sepsis treatment should be guided by the connection between the microbiota and sepsis outcomes.
FDA Warns Against Reliance on Pulse Oximeters for Diagnosing COVID-19
The FDA is warning against reliance on pulse oximeters for COVID-19 diagnosis and treatment due to evidence of risk for inaccuracy.
Mortality Rates for Pneumonia and Influenza Vary by Geographical Area
Researchers assessed whether there was geographic variation in racial disparity in influenza and pneumonia.
Meta-Analysis: SARS-CoV-2 Air Contamination in Hospitals
Study authors reviewed current evidence on air contamination with SARS-CoV-2 in hospital settings, and the factors associated with contamination.
Food-Induced Anaphylaxis Admissions Increased from 1998 to 2018
From 1998 to 2018, there was an increase in hospital admissions for food-induced anaphylaxis in the United Kingdom.
Prophylactic Anticoagulation May Cut COVID-19 Mortality
Prophylactic anticoagulation is associated with reduced risk of 30-day mortality among patients admitted to hospital with COVID-19.
State Mask Mandates Tied to Drop in COVID-19 Hospitalization Growth Rate
Implementation of statewide mask mandates is associated with a reduction in COVID-19-associated hospitalization growth rates.
Dexmedetomidine No Better Than Propofol for Adults With Sepsis
For mechanically ventilated adults with sepsis, outcomes do not differ significantly for those receiving dexmedetomidine or propofol.
NP-Led Program Reduces Heart Failure Readmissions Among Veterans
An NP-led effort to reduce all-cause readmissions for patients with HF emphasizes patient engagement and goal setting for self-care.
COVID-19 Admissions, Fatalities Up for Pregnant Women
Compared with similarly aged adults, pregnant women have significantly higher COVID-19 hospitalization and case fatality rates.
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