Abstract 391: Telemetry Talk: A Quality Improvement Initiative To Decrease Inappropriate Telemetry Use
Objectives: The purpose of this study was to identify the percentage of inappropriate telemetry and reduce inappropriate use via a
Read moreAbstract 359: Unit-Specific Influences on Conscious Sedation Nursing Practices: Comparing Medication Utilization and Patient Outcomes
Background: Unit-Specific influences may determine the amount of sedation given to patients and lead to deviations in patient satisfaction and
Read moreAbstract 261: Improving Hypertension Control Among an Underserved Urban Patient Population
Needs and Objectives: Poorly-controlled hypertension is associated with increased risk of adverse cardiovascular outcomes and thus is an important healthcare
Read moreAbstract 368: Contrast-Functional Flow Reserve vs. Instantaneous Wave-Free Ratio for Functional Assessment of Coronary Stenosis: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Background: Fractional flow reserve (FFR) remains underutilized due to practical concerns related to the need for hyperemic agents. Adenosine-free indexes
Read moreAbstract 352: Early Data From an Implementation Science Study Suggests the Need for Identification and Adoption of Best Practices to Improve the Timeliness of Stroke Treatment
There is a disconnect from discovery of best treatment options and application into clinical practice in a timely manner. The
Read moreAbstract 394: Effect Of Introduction Of Non Invasive Risk Stratification On Cardiac Catheterization Referrals In A Community Hospital.
Background: Appropriate use criteria recommend against unwarranted cardiac catheterization (caths) in low risk patients. Reporting of risk stratification on non-invasive
Read moreHigh Blood Pressure Education: Medicare Has You Covered
It’s difficult to detect high blood pressure. High blood pressure (also called “hypertension”) usually doesn’t have any warning signs until
Read moreAbstract 221: How an ICD-10 Code for Type 2 Myocardial Infarction Impacts Patient Inclusion in Acute MI Cohorts for Value-based Programs
Background: The Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services uses primary discharge ICD-10 codes for Acute Myocardial Infarction (AMI) to define
Read moreAbstract 242: Evaluating the Impact and Barriers to a Collaborative Physician-pharmacist Care Model to Control Hypertension in a Low-income Population
Objectives: Physician-pharmacist collaborative practice models have emerged as an effective model for managing hypertension (HTN). We implemented this model in
Read moreAbstract 331: Area Specific Differences for Quality of Care and Outcomes in Ischemic Stroke in China
Background: Former studies suggest differences in stroke care associated with race, age or gender. We sought to find whether such
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