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Journal Feed Weekly Wrap-Up

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These results support CDC recommendations that vaginal swabs are the preferred sample modality when testing for STIs in women. 2: Can We Predict Occult Scaphoid Fracture on Exam? Source Which clinical features best predict occult scaphoid fractures? . #1: How to Improve STI Test Accuracy – Swab or Urine? Ann Fam Med.

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Pain Management of Common Chief Complaints in the ED

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Costochondritis, rib fractures, and pericarditis are common causes of chest pain that can be treated with multimodal regimens. 7 Rib and Sternal Fractures: Rib fractures are often caused by blunt chest trauma. Up to two-thirds of rib fractures are missed on initial chest radiographs. Most cases abate by one year.