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Patient Acceptance of Decreased Cervical Cancer Screening Frequency in an Urban Practice
(2016-11-07)
Purpose: To examine women's preferences for cervical cancer screening frequency in a large, multiethnic urban medical practice
Methodology: A descriptive, cross-sectional survey design was used. A convenience sample of ...
Contraceptive use, counseling given and occurrence of venous thrombus embolism (VTE) in adolescent systemic lupus erythematosus patients (SLE)
(2016-11-07)
Purpose: The purpose of this study was to determine the contraceptive needs among SLE patients. The secondary aim was to evaluate side effects associated with contraceptive use such as VTE and weight gain.
Methodology: ...
Interdisciplinary education: 5 A's Model for effective weight management counseling
(2016-11-07)
Purpose: To increase providers' usage of the two 'Assist' and 'Arrange' steps of the 5 A's Model in the areas of weight management action plans, dietitian referrals, and follow-up appointments. The 5 A's Behavioral Change ...
Facilitating Female Sexual Function Assessment
(2016-11-07)
Purpose: The purpose of this project was to facilitate the conversation about sexual function at the annual visit. The goal was to create an efficient, standardized way for a provider to assess the patient's concerns ...
Factors Influencing Breastfeeding Duration and Cessation Among U.S. Military Personnel: A Descriptive/Exploratory Electronic Survey
(2016-11-07)
Purpose: The primary aim of this study is to address the national public health issue of breastfeeding initiation and sustainment in relation to evidence-based practice recommendations by identifying factors associated ...
Streamlining time to diagnosis and treatment of gestational diabetes
(2016-11-07)
Purpose/Background: Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) affects approximately 240,000 pregnancies annually and is associated with maternal adverse events (hypertension, preeclampsia, polyhydramnios, preterm delivery) and ...
Patient Satisfaction and Provider Preference with OTC Topical Azole Antifungal Agents
(2016-11-07)
Purpose: In the past, patients needed a healthcare provider (HCP) to treat vulvovaginal candida infections (VVC). With the advert of OTC azole treatments, most patients self-treated prior to contacting their HCP. Therefore, ...
Use of a standardized education tool to increase patient selection of highly effective contraception
(2016-11-07)
Purpose: The purpose of this project was to increase patient acceptance of LARC through the use of a standardized educational tool that has been demonstrated to be effective in assisting women to make informed decisions ...
Implementation of a comprehensive clinical toolkit for postpartum depression screening: Breaking barriers in women's health care
(2016-11-07)
Purpose: To address provider barriers to increase awareness of postpartum depression (PPD) and facilitate screening of PPD within eight weeks following introduction of the Postpartum Depression Screening Toolkit ...
Physical activity trends among minority women
(2016-11-07)
Purpose: To present and analyze physical activity participation trends, prevalence, and areas of strategic development among minority (Black and Latina) women.
Methodology: Secondary analysis of data from the National ...