Most patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in Europe are treated in primary care, but perceptions on what guides primary care physicians (PCPs) in managing patients are lacking.

Janine E. Curcio and Dr. Robert Lowe provide a seven-point scale based on speech and responsiveness to decide whether or not to use sedation for an agitated patient. Managing an agitated or aggressive ...

As part of a facility’s efforts to develop an effective sharps injury prevention program, it is valuable to perform a baseline assessment of current activities and processes. Included in the Centers ...

For future studies focusing on quality of care from the background of the Chronic Care Model, the PACIC short form is appropriate. In total, 264 primary care patients completed the PACIC short form.

Black patients face higher odds of having their credibility questioned in EHRs compared to White patients, potentially affecting care quality. Less than 1% of EHR notes contained language undermining ...