Case 1 A 63-year-old white man presents to the dermatologist with a 0.8-cm pink, pearly papule with a central core on the left nasal ala that appeared approximately 1 year ago and has slowly grown in size. The lesion has telangiectasias on the surface and periphery. He states that the lesion occasionally bleeds, especially if…
Failure to document a telephone call leads to a lawsuit alleging false imprisonment in a mental health case.
More than 7000 PAs and students took advantage of workshops, seminars, networking opportunities, and CME at the 2019 American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) Annual Meeting, held May 18-22 in Denver, Colorado.
The 2019 American Association of Nurse Practitioners Annual Meeting, held June 19-23, in Indianapolis, Indiana, showcased sessions and workshops delivered by key nurse practitioners.
Vitamin supplementation is popular among US adults; however, both insufficient and excess intakes of a nutrient may be harmful and lead to unexpected adverse effects. Results from a study of female registered nurses demonstrated that excessive intake of vitamins B6 and B12 was associated with an increased risk for hip fracture, according to JAMA Network…
Nurse practitioners and physician assistants in Maine will now be permitted to perform abortions after passage of a law signed by Democratic Governor Janet T. Mills on June 10, 2019.
Results showed vinopocetine decreased fetal weight and increased the chance for miscarriage in pregnant animals.
A survey was administered to directors of advanced practice provider fellowship programs in hospital medicine to characterize the existing fellowships.
Medical interest in enhanced recovery after surgery has strengthened in recent years.
