Don't overlook subtle signs for vertigo in the elderly
Geriatric patients often require an extensive workup to rule out other problems before they are given the diagnosis of vertigo.
View ArticleAre sterile gloves necessary for minor procedures?
The use of non-sterile gloves for minor procedures may haver a lower rate of infection compared with sterilized gloves.
View ArticleCrisis brings out the best in health-care providers, staff
The Amtrak crash in Philadelphia spotlighted the work of providers and hospital staff.
View ArticleIs the powder in The Color Run safe?
Themed races like The Tough Mudder and The Color Run are all over social media, but do they put participants at unnecessary risk?
View ArticleThe graduate's guide to PA and NP job offers
PAs and NPs often receive several job offers after graduation, but there is more to consider than just salary.
View ArticleIs cheese the secret to heart health?
Cheese consumption may be linked to a lower risk of cardiovascular disease.
View ArticleOxycontin for 11-year-olds? I'm okay with it
The FDA approval of a pediatric indication for Oxycontin creates a safer situation for terminally ill children.
View ArticleSkin checks in the emergency department
Performing skin checks during other procedures can identify abnormalities that would otherwise be overlooked.
View ArticleAfter an accident, when do you need a new car seat?
Car seats must be replaced after moderate and severe car crashes, but often they do not need to be replaced after minor crashes.
View ArticleA new method for closing skin tears in elderly patients
Using a combination of sutures and Steri-Strips can help close skin tears in elderly patients with fragile skin.
View ArticleWhen "you'll be fine," isn't fine
Clinicians should communicate thoroughly with patients to ensure their injuries will heal properly based on their lifestyle.
View ArticleHoliday healing in the emergency department
The patient flow may slow down during the holidays, but some people come to the emergency department for more than just physical reasons.
View ArticleThe importance of clinician-patient confidentiality in the emergency department
When patients present with concerning behavior, an explanation of patient-provider confidentiality can help clinicians provide effective treatment more quickly.
View ArticleRecognizing victims of domestic violence
Clinicians should trust their intuition when a patient's injuries don't match up with their story.
View ArticleWhat changes are in store for PA recertification?
As the PA profession continues to grow, the NCCPA looks to the future with new recertification guidelines.
View ArticleConjunctivitis confusion: are we overtreating pink eye?
Identifying the type of conjunctivitis that a patient has is the key to identifying the most effective course of action.
View ArticleWhat in the world is Vasalgel?
A form of male birth control called Vasalgel, which works by injecting a polymer gel into the vas deferens, is being developed in the United States.
View ArticleOvercrowding in the emergency department
Emergency department clinicians are faced with a number of challenges as ED's become more crowded.
View ArticleHelping patients save at the pharmacy
Clinicians can help patients by providing information on pharmacies that offer discounts, coupons, and affordable prescriptions.
View ArticleMaking appointments for emergency department visits
As the volume of patients in emergency departments across the country rise, more EDs are experimenting with appointment reservation systems.
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