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Research Studies is a compilation of published research articles funded by AHRQ or authored by AHRQ researchers.
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1 to 4 of 4 Research Studies DisplayedSimon E, Miake-Lye IM, Smith SW
An evaluation of guideline-discordant ordering behavior for CT pulmonary angiography in the emergency department.
The aim of this study was to determine rates of and possible reasons for guideline-discordant ordering of CT pulmonary angiography for the evaluation of suspected pulmonary embolism (PE) in the emergency department. The investigators concluded that many of the guideline-discordant orders were placed for patients who presented with evidence-based risk factors for PE that are not included in the risk stratification scores. They suggest that guideline-discordant ordering may indicate that in the presence of these factors, the assessment of risk made by current scoring systems may not align with clinical suspicion.
AHRQ-funded; HS024376.
Citation: Simon E, Miake-Lye IM, Smith SW .
An evaluation of guideline-discordant ordering behavior for CT pulmonary angiography in the emergency department.
J Am Coll Radiol 2019 Aug;16(8):1064-72. doi: 10.1016/j.jacr.2018.12.015..
Keywords: Respiratory Conditions, Emergency Department, Guidelines, Evidence-Based Practice, Blood Clots
Trent SA, Jarou ZJ, Havranek EP
Variation in emergency department adherence to treatment guidelines for inpatient pneumonia and sepsis: a retrospective cohort study.
Evidence-based clinical practice guidelines (CPGs) for the treatment of pneumonia and sepsis have existed for many years with multiple studies suggesting improved patient outcomes. Despite their importance, little is known about variation in emergency department (ED) adherence to these CPGs. The objectives of this study were to estimate variation in ED adherence across CPGs for pneumonia and sepsis and identify patient, provider, and environmental factors associated with adherence.
AHRQ-funded; HS022400.
Citation: Trent SA, Jarou ZJ, Havranek EP .
Variation in emergency department adherence to treatment guidelines for inpatient pneumonia and sepsis: a retrospective cohort study.
Acad Emerg Med 2019 Aug;26(8):908-20. doi: 10.1111/acem.13639.
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Keywords: Emergency Department, Evidence-Based Practice, Guidelines, Inpatient Care, Pneumonia, Sepsis
Kim HS, Kaplan SH, McCarthy DM
A comparison of analgesic prescribing among ED back and neck pain visits receiving physical therapy versus usual care.
Researchers used a retrospective cohort study to examine whether physical therapy (PT) is associated with lower analgesic prescribing in the emergency department (ED) setting. They found that, in this single center study, ED back and neck pain visits receiving PT were no less likely to receive an opioid prescription and were more likely to receive a benzodiazepine than visits receiving usual care. They conclude that, although prior studies demonstrated that PT may reduce opioid utilization in the subsequent year, these results indicated that analgesic prescribing is not reduced at the initial ED encounter.
AHRQ-funded; HS023011.
Citation: Kim HS, Kaplan SH, McCarthy DM .
A comparison of analgesic prescribing among ED back and neck pain visits receiving physical therapy versus usual care.
Am J Emerg Med 2019 Jul;37(7):1322-26. doi: 10.1016/j.ajem.2018.10.009..
Keywords: Opioids, Medication, Practice Patterns, Emergency Department, Patient-Centered Outcomes Research, Pain, Back Health and Pain, Outcomes, Evidence-Based Practice
Toy D, Braga MS, Greenhawt M
An update on allergic emergencies.
The purpose of this review was to provide an updated framework of management for allergic emergencies. The authors suggest that although fatalities resulting from anaphylaxis and asthma are rare, patient education serves an important role in preparing for unexpected emergencies, instituting prompt and appropriate treatment, and incorporating effective strategies into the lives of children and families.
AHRQ-funded; HS024599.
Citation: Toy D, Braga MS, Greenhawt M .
An update on allergic emergencies.
Curr Opin Pediatr 2019 Jun;31(3):426-32. doi: 10.1097/mop.0000000000000769..
Keywords: Children/Adolescents, Asthma, Respiratory Conditions, Emergency Department, Patient-Centered Outcomes Research, Evidence-Based Practice