Browsing by Author/Contributor "Smith, Rita"

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  • Apolipoproteins for Cardiovascular Risk Assessment 

    Chang, Jennifer G.; Paulson, Christopher P.; Smith, Rita (Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2014)
    Clinical Question: Is measurement of apolipoproteins better than traditional lipid measurements for predicting cardiovascular risk? Evidence-Based Answer: Measurement of apolipoprotein B and apolipoprotein A-I is no better ...

  • Chronic urticaria: What diagnostic evaluation is best? 

    Smith, Cliff R.; Persons, Robert K.; Smith, Rita (Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2011)
    A detailed history and 6-week trial of an H1 antihistamine are the best diagnostic evaluations for chronic urticaria. More extensive diagnostic work-up adds little, unless the patient's history specifically indicates a ...

  • Do asymptomatic adults need screening EKGs? 

    Kim, John Hankil; Dooley, Philip; Smith, Rita (Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2013)
    Although certain electrocardiogram (EKG) findings in asymptomatic adults are associated with increased mortality (strength of recommendation [SOR]: A, high-quality cohort studies), no randomized trials demonstrate that any ...

  • Evaluation of asymptomatic atrial fibrillation 

    Newell, Adam; Haynes, James W.; Smith, Rita (Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2012)
    In hemodynamically stable patients without acute chest pain, the evaluation and treatment of atrial fibrillation should not change based on symptoms alone. (Strength of Recommendation: A, based on multiple cohort studies.) ...

  • Exercise for the Treatment of Knee Osteoarthritis 

    Martin, Sean N.; McGowan, Howard J.; Smith, Rita (Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2011)
    Regular exercise reduces osteoarthritic knee pain and improves functioning. (Strength of Recommendation: A, based on systematic reviews.) Aerobic and strength-training exercises, including land- and water-based exercises, ...

  • Ferning in amniotic fluid: Is it a useful indicator of ruptured membranes? 

    Gaddey, Heidi; Bailey, Justin; Smith, Rita (Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2011)
    The presence of arborized crystals (ferning) in amniotic fluid is both sensitive (74%-100%) and specific (77%-100%) for diagnosing rupture of membranes in laboring women who report loss of fluid (strength of recommendation ...

  • How can we minimize recurrent ankle sprains? 

    Hemphill, Brandon; Whitworth, James D.; Smith, Rita (Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2011)
    Using external ankle supports during physical activity significantly reduces the likelihood of primary and secondary sprains (strength of recommendation [SOR]: A, systematic review). Proprioception rehabilitation substantially ...

  • What is the best treatment for plant-induced contact dermatitis? 

    Eaton, Joshua; Crawford, Paul; Smith, Rita (Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2013)
    It's unclear which treatment is best, because there have been no head-to-head comparisons of treatments for Rhus (plant-induced) contact dermatitis. That said, topical high-potency steroids slightly improve pruritus and ...

  • What is the most effective way to relieve symptoms of acute stress disorder? 

    Scott, James M., III; Nipper, Neil; Smith, Rita (Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2010)
    Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) that emphasizes exposure-based treatment is the most effective intervention for adults with acute stress disorder (ASD) (strength of recommendation [SOR]: B, meta-analysis of limited-quality ...

  • What is the most effective way to treat recurrent canker sores? 

    Bailey, Justin; McCarthy, Claire; Smith, Rita (Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2011)
    Amlexanox appears to be most effective overall. Amlexanox 5% paste reduces ulcer size, pain duration, and healing time (strength of recommendation [SOR]: A, multiple randomized controlled trials [RCTs]). Topical steroids ...