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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 14 of 14 Research Studies DisplayedMills J, Mohnot S
AHRQ Author: Mills J
Screening for gestational diabetes.
This “Putting Prevention into Practice: An Evidence Based Approach” paper is a case study with questions and answers related to a patient with gestational diabetes.
AHRQ-authored.
Citation: Mills J, Mohnot S .
Screening for gestational diabetes.
Am Fam Physician 2021 Dec 1;104(6):641-42..
Keywords: U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF), Diabetes, Pregnancy, Screening, Prevention, Women, Evidence-Based Practice, Guidelines, Case Study
Tracer H, West R
AHRQ Author: Tracer H
Screening for vitamin D deficiency in adults.
This case study in the “Putting Prevention into Practice: An Evidence Based Approach” series focuses on screening for vitamin D deficiency in adults. It includes a case study, questions, and answers.
AHRQ-authored.
Citation: Tracer H, West R .
Screening for vitamin D deficiency in adults.
Am Fam Physician 2021 Nov 1;104(5):515-16..
Keywords: U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF), Screening, Prevention, Guidelines, Evidence-Based Practice, Case Study
Mills J, O'Dowd N
AHRQ Author: Mills J
Healthy diet and physical activity for cardiovascular disease prevention in adults with cardiovascular risk factors.
This “Putting Prevention into Practice: An Evidence Based Approach” paper is a case study with questions and answers related to healthy diet and physical activity for cardiovascular disease prevention in adults with cardiovascular risk factors.
AHRQ-authored.
Citation: Mills J, O'Dowd N .
Healthy diet and physical activity for cardiovascular disease prevention in adults with cardiovascular risk factors.
Am Fam Physician 2021 Oct 1;104(4):411-12..
Keywords: U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF), Heart Disease and Health, Cardiovascular Conditions, Prevention, Lifestyle Changes, Risk, Evidence-Based Practice, Guidelines, Case Study
Fan T, Stefanos R
AHRQ Author: Fan T
Screening for colorectal cancer.
This AHRQ-authored Putting Preventions in Practice quiz has three questions and answers on the US Preventive Services Task Force final recommendation on screening for colorectal cancer. A case study is presented with questions on the best behavioral interventions, the effect of a patient’s age on the counseling approach, and what is an appropriate test and interval for colorectal screening. References are also provided at the end of the answers.
AHRQ-authored.
Citation: Fan T, Stefanos R .
Screening for colorectal cancer.
Am Fam Physician 2021 Sep 1;104(3):295-96..
Keywords: U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF), Cancer: Colorectal Cancer, Cancer, Screening, Prevention, Guidelines, Evidence-Based Practice, Case Study
Fan T, Tan M
AHRQ Author: Fan T
Screening for hypertension in adults.
This Putting Prevention into Practice case study involves a 23-year-old patient presenting for a wellness visit with no concerns. The patient’s medical record shows a history of polycystic ovary syndrome, blood pressure of 110/70 mm Hg from a visit one year ago, and a body mass index of 28.2. Three questions are presented, along with answers.
AHRQ-authored.
Citation: Fan T, Tan M .
Screening for hypertension in adults.
Am Fam Physician 2021 Aug 1;104(2):193-94..
Keywords: U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF), Blood Pressure, Screening, Evidence-Based Practice, Guidelines, Prevention, Case Study
Tracer H, Pierre J
AHRQ Author: Tracer H
Screening for lung cancer.
This paper is part of the “Putting Prevention into Practice” series. It provides an evidence-based case study related to lung cancer screening. Questions and answers related to the case are included.
AHRQ-authored.
Citation: Tracer H, Pierre J .
Screening for lung cancer.
Am Fam Physician 2021 Jul 1;104(1):79-80..
Keywords: U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF), Cancer: Lung Cancer, Cancer, Screening, Prevention, Case Study, Evidence-Based Practice
Fan T, Lee G
AHRQ Author: Fan T
Interventions for tobacco smoking cessation in adults, including pregnant persons.
This AHRQ-authored Putting Preventions in Practice quiz has three questions and answers on the US Preventive Services Task Force final recommendation on interventions for tobacco smoking cessation in adults, including pregnant persons. A case study is presented with questions on the best behavioral interventions, e-cigarette use, and pharmacotherapy for tobacco cessation in pregnant persons. References are also provided at the end of the answers.
AHRQ-authored.
Citation: Fan T, Lee G .
Interventions for tobacco smoking cessation in adults, including pregnant persons.
Am Fam Physician 2021 Jun 15;103(12):753-54..
Keywords: U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF), Tobacco Use, Prevention, Case Study, Pregnancy, Women, Substance Abuse
Mills J, Molchan S
AHRQ Author: Mills J
Screening for asymptomatic carotid artery stenosis.
This Putting Prevention into Practice case study is a 3-question quiz on the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) final recommendation on screening for carotid artery stenosis. It asks questions on counseling patients, risk factors, and the USPSTF recommendations on the benefits and harms of screening for carotid artery stenosis. Discussion is provided in the answers along with references to the USPSTF recommendations.
AHRQ-authored.
Citation: Mills J, Molchan S .
Screening for asymptomatic carotid artery stenosis.
Am Fam Physician 2021 May 15;103(10):623-24..
Keywords: U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF), Screening, Cardiovascular Conditions, Prevention, Case Study, Risk
Mabry-Hernandez I, O'Dowd N
AHRQ Author: Mabry-Hernandez I
Screening for hepatitis B virus infection in adolescents and adults.
This AHRQ-authored Putting Prevention Into Practice (PPIP) quiz is on the Hepatitis B virus (HBV) screening U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) recommendation. Only three questions are included with the answers at the end of the quiz. The questions are about 1) When to screen for HBV; 2) Who are the high-risk groups for HBV; and 3) Which country has the highest prevalence of HBV infection.
AHRQ-authored.
Citation: Mabry-Hernandez I, O'Dowd N .
Screening for hepatitis B virus infection in adolescents and adults.
Am Fam Physician 2021 Apr 15;103(8):493-94..
Keywords: U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF), Children/Adolescents, Hepatitis, Screening, Prevention, Case Study
Mabry-Hernandez I, Baker SM
AHRQ Author: Mabry-Hernandez I
Screening for high blood pressure in children and adolescents.
This Putting Prevention into Practice case study concerns a 10-year-old boy with obesity and a family history significant for hypertension and hyperlipidemia presenting for a well-child examination. The parents express concern about their child’s risk for hypertension and ask whether they should be monitoring his blood pressure. Three questions are presented, along with answers.
AHRQ-authored.
Citation: Mabry-Hernandez I, Baker SM .
Screening for high blood pressure in children and adolescents.
Am Fam Physician 2021 Mar 15;103(6):371-72..
Keywords: U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF), Children/Adolescents, Blood Pressure, Screening, Guidelines, Evidence-Based Practice, Prevention, Case Study
McNellis RJ, Beswick-Escanlar V
AHRQ Author: McNellis RJ
Aspirin use for the primary prevention of cardiovascular disease and colorectal cancer.
This case study involves a a 55-year-old man who presents to your office for a routine refill of his antihypertension medication, his 65-year-old brother who also visits you to ask about taking low-dose aspirin, and his 55-year-old wife, also your patient, who recently experienced abdominal pain,. It poses three multiple choice questions focused on the use of low-dose aspirin, together with the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommendations and related background information.
AHRQ-authored.
Citation: McNellis RJ, Beswick-Escanlar V .
Aspirin use for the primary prevention of cardiovascular disease and colorectal cancer.
Am Fam Physician 2016 Oct 15;94(8):661-62.
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Keywords: Cancer: Colorectal Cancer, Cardiovascular Conditions, Medication, Prevention, U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF), Case Study
Kato E, Beswick-Escanlar V
AHRQ Author: Kato E
Screening for depression in adults.
This case study involves a 29-year-old man, who presents to your office for a routine visit. He has a history of being overweight and has hypertension that is controlled by diet and exercise. It poses three multiple choice questions about screening for depression together with the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommendations and related background information.
AHRQ-authored.
Citation: Kato E, Beswick-Escanlar V .
Screening for depression in adults.
Am Fam Physician 2016 Aug 15;94(4):305-6.
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Keywords: U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF), Screening, Depression, Behavioral Health, Case Study
Croswell J, Owings J
Screening for breast cancer.
This case study involves a 47-year-old woman who presents to your office for a well-woman visit. She is healthy, takes no medications, and has no health concerns. She has never been diagnosed with breast cancer, nor have any of her first-degree relatives. Her digital mammography two years ago was negative, and she asks whether she should be screened again this year. The study poses three multiple choice questions together with the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommendations and related background information.
AHRQ-authored.
Citation: Croswell J, Owings J .
Screening for breast cancer.
Am Fam Physician 2016 Jul 15;94(2):143-4.
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Keywords: U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF), Cancer: Breast Cancer, Cancer, Screening, Prevention, Evidence-Based Practice, Women, Imaging, Case Study
Ngo-Metzger O, Blitz J
AHRQ Author: Ngo-Metzger Q
Screening for high blood pressure in adults.
This case study involves a 55-year-old black man who presents for a blood pressure evaluation. It poses three multiple choice questions together with the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommendations and related background information.
AHRQ-authored.
Citation: Ngo-Metzger O, Blitz J .
Screening for high blood pressure in adults.
Am Fam Physician 2016 Mar 15;93(6):511-2.
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Keywords: U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF), Blood Pressure, Screening, Guidelines, Case Study, Evidence-Based Practice