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Q: Can family physicians accurately screen for AAA with point-of-care ultrasound?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 7/8/2021)
Evidence-based answer: LIKELY YES. Point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) screening for abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) by nonradiologist physicians is 98% sensitive and 99% specific, compared with imaging performed by radiologists ...
Investigation of Multiple-valued Logic Technologies for Beyond-binary Era
(ACM Computing Surveys, 2021-01)
Computing technologies are currently based on the binary logic/number system, which is dependent on the
simple on and off switching mechanism of the prevailing transistors. With the exponential increase of data
processing ...
Monotherapy for nonvalvular A-fib with stable CAD?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2021)
A meta-analysis found oral anticoagulant (OAC) monotherapy provided efficacy comparable to OAC plus single antiplatelet therapy--with lower bleeding risk.
Skip that repeat DXA scan in these postmenopausal women
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2021)
Skip that repeat DXA scan in these postmenopausal women. Repeat bone density measurement offers no advantage in predicting fracture risk in postmenopausal women who do not have osteoporosis. PRACTICE CHANGER: Do not routinely ...
Validated scoring system identifies low-risk syncope patients
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2021)
This study validated the Canadian Syncope Risk Score for predicting 30-day serious outcomes in patients presenting to the ED within 24 hours of syncope.
Prescribe an SGLT2 inhibitor for heart failure in the absence of diabetes?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2021)
Prescribe an SGLT2 inhibitor for heart failure in the absence of diabetes? An RCT demonstrates that dapagliflozin produces better cardiovascular outcomes than placebo for heart failure patients with and without diabetes. ...
This is not the time to modify a HTN regimen
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2021)
This is not the time to modify a HTN regimen. Intensifying hypertension regimens at discharge increases risk in older patients. PRACTICE CHANGER: Avoid intensifying antihypertensive medication regimens at hospital discharge ...
Is the incidence of depressive disorders increased following cerebral concussion?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2021)
Q: Is the incidence of depressive disorders increased following cerebral concussion? Evidence-based answer: yes, in some populations. Youth and adolescents with self-reported history of concussion had increased risk of ...
Queer expectations : an empirical critique of rural LGBT+ narratives. Sexualities
(2021)
Much of the body of literature on LGBT+ populations within the United States place urban areas and so-called “gayborhoods” as goals and eventualities, paralleling early U.S. studies on immigration. Using a multi-stage, ...
Q Which injections are effective for lateral epicondylitis?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2021-11)
Evidence-based answer: placebo injections actually improve lateral epicondylitis at high rates. No other injections convincingly improve it better than placebo. Corticosteroid injection is not superior to saline or anesthetic ...
Assessing Halal supply chain performance of skincare product through SCOR model at aesthetic clinic in Surabaya
(University of Missouri, College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources, 2021)
In today's age, consumer concern for halal products and supply chains is increasing, including skin-care products. Therefore, beauty service providers must also pay attention to the quality of the cosmetic and skincare ...
Factors affecting intention to purchase organic agriculture products among Vietnamese
(University of Missouri, College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources, 2021)
Globally, customer intention to purchase has become the essential part of the product and organization's success in the market. More recently, the idea has captured the attention of academic and policymakers alike. Therefore, ...
Analysis of forest and land fire with hotspot modis on various types of land cover in central Kalimantan province
(University of Missouri, College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources, 2021)
Large forest and land fires occurring each year have severely detrimental impacts. Forest and land fires affect different types of land cover, the reason being that land cover indicates how fuel is available when a fire ...
Q Does inadequate sleep increase obesity risk in children?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2021-12)
Evidence-based answer: Yes, a link has been established but not a cause-effect relationship. Shorter reported sleep duration in childhood is associated with an increased risk of overweight or obesity years later (strength ...
Factors affecting the profitability of listed commercial banks in Vietnam : does agriculture finance matter?
(University of Missouri, College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources, 2021)
The aim of this study is to examine the factors affecting the profitability of listed commercial banks in Vietnam. The data is collected from balance sheets and income statements (audited financial statements) over the ...
Mental disorders associated with COVID-19 related unemployment
(2021)
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, restrictions on economic activities have resulted in a sharp rise of unemployment. The purpose of this research is to explore mental disorders associated with COVID-19 related unemployment ...
Automated office BP measurement : the new standard in HTN screening
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2021)
Automated office BP measurement: The new standard in HTN screening. Obtain greater accuracy in blood pressure measurement with an automated office device. PRACTICE CHANGER: Measure patients' blood pressure (BP) using an ...
Q: Is ketamine effective and safe for treatment-resistant depression?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2021-04)
Evidence-based answer: Maybe, but it’s too soon to tell. There is limited evidence that ketamine by itself is effective in the very short term. Single-dose intravenous (IV) ketamine is more likely than placebo (odds ratio ...
Q: Is NPH associated with fewer adverse events than analog basal insulin for adults with T2D?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2021-05)
Evidence based answer: NO. Insulin glargine may lead to less patient-reported, symptomatic, and nocturnal hypoglycemia, although overall, there may not be a difference in the risk for severe hypoglycemia or hypoglycemia-related ...
The impact of renewable energy and economic development on environmental quality of ASEAN countries
(University of Missouri, College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources, 2021)
Maintaining the quality of environmental is a global requirement and necessary to achieve high economic growth, especially through the use of bioenergy. This eco-significant requirement has gained the focus of recent studies ...