A number of factors can influence the results of RIDTs. The accuracy of Rapid Influenza Diagnostic Tests (RIDTs) depends largely on the conditions under which they are used.
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Dual antiplatelet therapy with aspirin and clopidogrel for acute high risk transient ischaemic attack and minor ischaemic stroke: a clinical practice guideline
What is the role of dual antiplatelet therapy after high risk transient ischaemic attack or minor stroke? Specifically, does dual antiplatelet therapy with a combination of aspirin and clopidogrel lead to a greater reduction in recurrent stroke and death over the use of aspirin alone when given...
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Effect of glycaemic control on cardiovascular disease in individuals with type 2 diabetes with pre-existing cardiovascular disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis
The role of intensive glucose control in people with type 2 diabetes and pre‐existing cardiovascular disease (CVD) is controversial. The aim of this systematic review and meta‐analysis was to determine in a subset of people with type 2 diabetes and pre‐existing CVD, the CV effect of intensive...
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In-Flight Medical Emergencies: A Review
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In-flight medical emergencies (IMEs) are common and occur in a complex environment with limited medical resources. Health care personnel are often asked to assist affected passengers and the flight team, and many have limited experience in this environment.
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Different durations of corticosteroid therapy for exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
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Current guidelines recommend that patients with acute exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) should be treated with systemic corticosteroid for seven to 14 days. Intermittent systemic corticosteroid use is cumulatively associated with adverse effects...
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Vitamin and Mineral Supplements: What Clinicians Need to Know
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Naltrexone for the treatment of alcoholism: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Many trials of naltrexone have been carried out in alcohol-dependent patients. This paper is aimed to systematically review its benefits, adverse effects, and discontinuation of treatment. We assessed and extracted the data of double-blind, randomized controlled trials (RCTs) comparing...
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Brief physician advice for problem alcohol drinkers. A randomized controlled trial in community-based primary care practices
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Project TrEAT (Trial for Early Alcohol Treatment) was designed to test the efficacy of brief physician advice in reducing alcohol use and health care utilization in problem drinkers.
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Randomized controlled clinical trial with 12-month follow-up.
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Brief physician and nurse practitioner-delivered counseling for high-risk drinking. Results at 12-month follow-up
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The objective of this study was to determine the effects of a brief primary care provider-delivered counseling intervention on the reduction of alcohol consumption by high-risk drinkers. The intervention was implemented as part of routine primary care medical practice.
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Adapting Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment for Alcohol and Drugs to Culturally Diverse Clinical Populations
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To review the literature on the screening, brief intervention, and referral to treatment (SBIRT) approach to alcohol and drug use with racial and ethnic subgroups in the United States and to develop recommendations for culturally competent SBIRT practice.
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