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Secondary analysis of the SHaPED trial: shifting away from opioids to simple analgesics for emergency care of low back pain [Pain management]

Annals of Family Medicine

reduction in the prescription of opioids (OR 0.57, 95% CI 0.38–0.95) without compromising patient outcomes. Objective: To determine the effects of the SHaPED intervention on the use of non-opioid pain medicines in the management of low back pain in emergency departments. non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs-NSAIDs).

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Ambulatory Behavioral Health Referral Patterns in the Setting of Chronic Medical Conditions [Behavioral, psychosocial, and mental illness]

Annals of Family Medicine

Context: Patients with chronic medical conditions (CCs) and behavioral comorbidities have lower quality of life and increased healthcare expenses. Our work builds a foundation for cost-effective workflows to support patients with multimorbidity. 8% (n= 1,146) were ordered for medical condition management.

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Substance Use Disorder Screening in Adolescent Patients in Primary Care: Findings, Challenges, Lessons Learned [Behavioral, psychosocial, and mental illness]

Annals of Family Medicine

In our institution, screenings are completed for patients ≥15 years during well visits; those not presenting for well visits and under 15 may represent missed opportunities. Objectives: To implement SUD screening in patients aged 12-17 seen for all visit types (well and sick visits) and to quantify the rate of substance misuse.

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Multisector Health Equity Coordination in a Midwestern Primary Care Practice, 2022-2023 [Social determinants and vulnerable populations]

Annals of Family Medicine

Multisector coordination is critical for effective screening and referral initiatives. Objective: To assess the function and impact of a new role, a Health Equity Coordinator, on the reach of the social needs screening and referral program. Contact hours included a mix of in-person visits and phone calls.

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Fracture Fridays: Keeping up with the Joneses

PEMBlog

The case A self-proclaimed dance team superstar presents after injuring her foot at a regional competition. She applied ice overnight and despite ibuprofen is still in pain, and presents to the ED the next day.On She applied ice overnight and despite ibuprofen is still in pain, and presents to the ED the next day.On

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Fracture Fridays: You can dance if you want to

PEMBlog

The case A self-proclaimed dance team superstar presents after injuring her foot at a regional competition. She applied ice overnight and despite ibuprofen is still in pain, and presents to the ED the next day.On She applied ice overnight and despite ibuprofen is still in pain, and presents to the ED the next day.On

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Lupus Emergencies in Children and Adolescents

PEMBlog

In pediatric patients, complications can evolve rapidly and carry significant morbidity and mortality. Below is a focused overview of key lupus-related emergencies, with attention to ED-relevant presentations, diagnostics, and treatment strategies. Spot urine protein:creatinine ratio provides rapid assessment of proteinuria.