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Does increasing methylphenidate dose aid symptom control in ADHD?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2003)
dose, frequent follow-up is necessary to monitor for side effects and recurring symptoms. The dose of methylphenidate can then be increased further for better symptom control, which may be warranted in most cases. In some children, methylphenidate may...
What regimens eradicate Heliobacter pylori?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2003)
Fourteen-day triple therapy with a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) plus clarithromycin and either amoxicillin or metronidazole is superior to 7-day therapy in eradicating Heliobacter pylori (strength of recommendation [SOR]: ...
Do glucosamine or chondroitin cause regeneration of cartilage in osteoarthritis?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2003)
No direct evidence suggests glucosamine or chrondroitin cause regeneration of cartilage in osteoarthritis. Use of glucosamine sulfate in knee osteoarthritis prevents joint space narrowing on radiographs (strength of ...
How should patients with mitral regurgitation be followed?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2003)
Patients with mild to moderate mitral regurgitation should be assessed periodically for a worsening condition; those with severe mitral regurgitation should be monitored for development of congestive heart failure, atrial ...
Which treatments provide the most relief for pharyngitis pain?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2011)
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), acetaminophen, antibiotics, and oral and intramuscular steroids are effective (strength of recommendation [SOR]: A, meta-analysis). Ibuprofen relieves pain more effectively ...
What is the best treatment for diabetic neuropathy?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2004)
Tricyclic antidepressants, anticonvulsants, and capsaicin reduce the pain of diabetic neuropathy; limited data suggests that lidocaine patches may also be efficacious. Both tricyclic antidepressants and anticonvulsants are superior to placebo...
What are the best treatments for herpes labialis?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2007)
There are 3: valacyclovir, acyclovir, and topical penciclovir. Valacyclovir, 2g twice in 1 day taken during the prodromal stage of herpes labialis, reduces the episode duration and time to healing. Acyclovir, 400 mg, taken 5 times a day for 5 days...
This antiemetic may help kids skip that trip to the hospital
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2009)
Give oral ondansetron to children with acute gastroenteritis and moderate dehydration who are unable to tolerate oral rehydration to reduce the vomiting and avoid the need for intravenous (IV) hydration or hospitalization. ...
Should home apnea monitoring be recommended to prevent SIDS?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2004)
While home apnea monitoring may find an increased incidence of apnea and bradycardia in preterm infants compared with term infants, no association links these events with sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). Apnea of prematurity is not a proven risk...
Does acyclovir help herpes simplex virus cold sores if treatment is delayed?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2004)
day decreases pain and the duration of hard crust (SOR: B, extrapolated from randomized controlled trials [RCTs]). If started at the onset of symptoms (during the prodrome stage), acyclovir (400 mg 5 times daily for 5 days) decreases pain and healing...
What is the appropriate use of sunscreen for infants and children?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2006)
-control and extrapolation of studies). Effectiveness may be increased if sunscreen is applied 30 minutes before exposure and reapplied every 2 hours, particularly if swimming (SOR: C, expert opinion). Tightly woven protective clothing, a wide-brimmed cap, and eye protection...
Should patients with acute DVT limit activity?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2010)
Ambulation, combined with compression of the affected extremity, appears to be safe for medically stable patients with deep venous thromboses (DVT) (strength of recommendation [SOR]: A, consistent randomized controlled ...
Is folate supplementation indicated for patients with CAD?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2004)
may be of benefit in slowing the progress of arteriosclerosis....
What dietary modifications are indicated for migraines?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2006)
Migraine frequency, duration, and severity are not increased by dietary choices (strength of recommendation [SOR]: A, individual randomized trial [RCT]); they can be decreased by a low-fat diet (SOR: B). Regular supplementation ...
Have pedometer, will travel
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2008)
Advise your patients to use a pedometer, set a step goal, and keep a step diary. This simple intervention takes only a few moments and is effective in increasing patients' physical activity and decreasing both body mass ...
Is combining ACE inhibitors and ARBs helpful or harmful?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2004)
and an ARB decreases symptoms in heart failure patients, but does not appear to have an impact on overall mortality (strength of recommendation [SOR]: A). Preliminary data from small trials indicate that combination therapy may be more effective than...
Can recombinant growth hormone effectively treat idiopathic short stature?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2008)
Yes--treatment can increase a child's final height. Injections of recombinant human growth hormone (rGH) at least 3 times a week for 4 to 6 years add 3.7 to 7.5 cm to final height in children between 8 and 16 years of age ...
Mizzou weekly, volume 25, number 05 (September 25, 2003)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. University Affairs. Publications and Alumni Communication., 2003)
A therapist survey of evidence-based practices in publicly funded youth mental health
(University of Missouri--Columbia, 2018)
orientation, private practice setting, younger client age, and longer time since degree completion predicted more frequent implementation of EBT strategies. We discuss how such features may be targeted in future training and implementation efforts in order...
Does group prenatal care improve pregnancy outcomes?
(Family Physicians Inquiries Network, 2009)
It may decrease preterm births, especially among higher-risk women--minority women, women of low socioeconomic status, and adolescents (strength of recommendation [SOR]: B, 1 randomized, controlled trial [RCT] and 1 matched cohort study)....