Objective Social determinants of health (SDoH) can impact outcomes but are not routinely screened for in US outpatient rheumatology clinics. This study determined the feasibility of routine point‐of‐care SDoH screening among patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and associated barriers and facilitators at the physician, care team, and ...
S. Sam Lim+11 more
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Chart audit of inpatient treatment of schizophrenic patients: implications for development of coordinated care paths. [PDF]
This study offers important information regarding the standard of care provided to schizophrenic patients treated at one inpatient facility. The findings were particularly useful in the development of a care path for this specific population.
Anders, R L, Olson, T
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Factors affecting decisions to extend access to primary care: results of a qualitative evaluation of general practitioners' views [PDF]
OBJECTIVES: To report general practitioners' (GPs') views and experiences of an Enhanced Primary Care programme (EPCP) funded as part of the Prime Minister's Challenge Fund (second wave) for England which aimed to extend patient access to primary care ...
Fowler Davis, S.+4 more
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Objective Cognitive impairment (CI) is common in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). Despite its prevalence, the immune mechanisms are not well understood. We previously reported elevated serum levels of S100A8/A9 and matrix metalloproteinase 9 (MMP‐9) in patients with SLE and CI.
Carolina Muñoz‐Grajales+18 more
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Sleep Matters: Exploring the Link Between Sleep Disturbances and Fatigue in Rheumatoid Arthritis
Objective Fatigue is a prevalent and debilitating symptom for patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Although patients and rheumatologists often attribute fatigue to inflammation, other factors such as sleep disturbances are frequently overlooked. This study aims to explore the relationship between subjective (self‐reported) and objective (actigraphy
Natalia V. Chalupczak+12 more
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Patient Assessment, an Essential Tool in Placement and Planning of Care [PDF]
Claire F. Ryder+2 more
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Reducing No-Shows and Late Cancellations in Primary Care [PDF]
No-shows and late cancellations are a challenge across medical practices, resulting in costly, fragmented care. Many patients do not understand the impact that not showing or cancelling an appointment less than 48 hours prior to a visit can have.
Hatch, Jessica
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Research needs for an improved primary care response to chronic non-communicable diseases in Africa. [PDF]
With non-communicable diseases (NCDs) projected to become leading causes of morbidity and mortality in developing countries, research is needed to improve the primary care response, especially in sub-Saharan Africa.
Abegunde+29 more
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Objective We assessed whether shared decision‐making (SDM), and patient acceptability, feasibility, and overall satisfaction with a computerized patient decision aid (PtDA) for patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), differs by PtDA setting, modality, and the viewing experience.
Jasvinder A. Singh+3 more
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A National Sample Survey of Medical Students about Their Perception and Evaluation on Medical Study, Career Plan, and Medical Care System: Part 3. Student's View on Merits and Demerits of Being Physician, Patients and Diseases, Medical Practice, and Medic [PDF]
Park Jh+3 more
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