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Short Takes
December 29, 2017
A brief roundup of HM-centric research.
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ACC guidance addresses newer HFrEF options
December 28, 2017
Opportunities are being missed.
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FDA approves angiotensin II for shock patients
December 28, 2017
Treatment option for critically ill hypotensive patients who do not adequately respond to available therapies.
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Improvements made in safe opioid prescribing practices but crisis far from over
December 28, 2017
Clinical question: How have national and county-level opioid prescribing practices changed from the years 2006 to 2015?
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Addition of azithromycin to maintenance therapy is beneficial in adults with uncontrolled asthma
December 27, 2017
Clinical question: Does azithromycin decrease the frequency of asthma exacerbations in adults with persistent asthma symptoms despite use of inhaled corticosteroid (ICS) and a long-acting beta-agonist (LABA)?
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Building a better SHM
December 26, 2017
In January, SHM will launch its new association management system and a new online community platform for the Hospital Medicine Exchange (HMX).
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Isolation precautions are associated with higher costs, longer LOS
December 22, 2017
Clinical question: What are the effects of isolation precautions on hospital outcomes and cost of care?
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Urgent endoscopy is associated with lower mortality in high-risk patients with acute nonvariceal GI bleeding
December 21, 2017
Is urgent endoscopy (less than 6 hours after ED presentation) better than elective endoscopy (6-48 hours after presentation) to decrease mortality and rebleeding in high-risk patients with acute nonvariceal
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Journal of Hospital Medicine – Dec. 2017
December 21, 2017
Read the latest research from the Journal of Hospital Medicine, the premier publication for dissemination of research and education for the specialty of hospital medicine.
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Adopting the patient’s perspective
December 20, 2017
Taking the time to speak with patients not only demonstrates respect but also reduces their worries and discomfort.
