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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 2 of 2 Research Studies DisplayedKrein SL, Harrod M, Weston LE
Comparing peripherally inserted central catheter-related practices across hospitals with different insertion models: a multisite qualitative study.
Researchers compared peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs)-related processes across hospitals with different insertion delivery models. They concluded that vascular access nurses play critical roles in all aspects of PICC-related care. Further, there is variation in PICC decision-making, care and maintenance, and patient education across hospitals.
AHRQ-funded; HS025891.
Citation: Krein SL, Harrod M, Weston LE .
Comparing peripherally inserted central catheter-related practices across hospitals with different insertion models: a multisite qualitative study.
BMJ Qual Saf 2021 Aug;30(8):628-38. doi: 10.1136/bmjqs-2020-011987..
Keywords: Inpatient Care, Shared Decision Making, Patient Safety, Hospitals
Iroz CB, Dahl CM, Cassimatis IR
Prophylactic anticoagulation for preterm premature rupture of membranes: a decision analysis.
The objective of this study was to determine the optimal modality for venous thromboembolism prophylaxis during hospitalization for preterm premature rupture of membranes using a decision analysis model. The investigators concluded that their results did not support the routine use of prophylactic anticoagulation in women admitted to the hospital for preterm premature rupture of membranes.
AHRQ-funded; HS000084.
Citation: Iroz CB, Dahl CM, Cassimatis IR .
Prophylactic anticoagulation for preterm premature rupture of membranes: a decision analysis.
Am J Obstet Gynecol MFM 2021 May;3(3):100311. doi: 10.1016/j.ajogmf.2021.100311..
Keywords: Blood Clots, Blood Thinners, Prevention, Shared Decision Making, Pregnancy, Maternal Care, Inpatient Care, Women, Medication