Lab results never given to a patient
An NP does not inform her patient about his lab results, which showed extensive kidney damage. He collapsed 2 months later.
Diagnosis & Disease Information
Being frank on frankincense and its role in cancer prevention
Just as in nutrition, there are certified aromatherapists who can assist providers in helping their patients use essential oils safely.
The ACA: Clinicians weigh in on whether to repeal or preserve
Three health care clinicians discuss the advantages and disadvantages of repealing the Affordable Care Act and how the change would impact their practice.
Evidence-based practices for suicide prevention
Physician education in depression recognition and treatment and restricting access to lethal methods have significant data supporting their effectiveness in suicide prevention.
Alfalfa: weighing the risks and benefits
Long-term use of alfalfa has an immune-stimulating effect and can worsen autoimmune conditions such as lupus and multiple sclerosis.
Developmental trauma disorder: the effects of child abuse and neglect
Developmental trauma disorder, not yet officially recognized, results from child maltreatment and has many neurobiologic consequences.
Rheumatoid arthritis: risk factors, clinical signs, and treatment
Early diagnosis and aggressive treatment are essential to mitigate the cascading events that lead to irreversible joint erosion in rheumatoid arthritis.
Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo: a clinical practice guideline
The American Academy of Otolaryngology—Head and Neck Surgery foundation has released an updated clinical guideline for benign paroxysmal positional vertigo.
Screening for celiac disease: A USPSTF recommendation statement
The USPSTF evaluated the benefits and harms of screening vs not screening, targeted vs universal screening, and treatment for celiac disease.
Valvular heart disease: 2017 updated guideline from the AHA/ACC
The updated guideline includes recent advances in diagnostic imaging and improvements in catheter-based and surgical interventions for patients with valvular heart disease.
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