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“Rehab” for Addiction is a Problem and a Solution

Sensible Medicine

He also co-led the team whose work led the CDC to issue a major clarification of its 2016 opioid prescribing guideline and is currently a principal investigator of the only national study to examine individual suicides that occur after the reduction of prescribed opioids. These higher quality studies usually achieved better outcomes.

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Legal Opioid Prescription Training for Dental Healthcare Professionals

American Medical Compliance

By staying informed and adhering to best practices, dental healthcare professionals can play a pivotal role in mitigating this crisis. The CDC guidelines emphasize the legal importance of discussing treatment goals, potential benefits, and the inherent risks of opioid therapy.

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Brain Trauma Guidelines for Emergency Medicine

ACEP Now

These guidelines present the best available evidence to support clinical decision making in the prehospital setting when TBI care may have the most significant impact on outcomes; they also establish a research agenda for future investigations. National Center for Health Statistics: Mortality Data on CDC WONDER. J Safety Res.

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Episode 28 - Depressed and Suicidal Patients in the Emergency Department: An Evidence-Based Approach

EB Medicine

Jeff: And finally, how many of you wish there was a clearly outlined evidence-based approach to managing such patients to improve care and outcomes? Jeff: If those figures seem a bit high, another CDC study found that in a general population survey of a quarter million people between 2006-2008, 9% met the criteria for major depression.

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The Impact of Restorative Nursing on Patient Mobility and Independence

American Medical Compliance

of adults in the United States facing mobility challenges, according to the CDC, the demand for effective restorative care has never been greater. Provide ongoing training to keep them updated on best practices and new technologies. With approximately 12.2%

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