Terry Ann Jankowski, MLS

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Does pneumococcal conjugate vaccine prevent otitis media?

Author:: Terry Ann Jankowski, MLS

Publish date: August 1, 2011

EVIDENCE-BASED ANSWER: YES, if the pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV) series is given before 12 months of age. Vaccination before 12 months is as...

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Which diuretics are safe and effective for patients with a sulfa allergy?

Author:: Terry Ann Jankowski, MLS

Publish date: June 1, 2007

EVIDENCE-BASED ANSWER: Diuretics that do not contain a sulfonamide group (eg, amiloride hydrochloride, eplerenone, ethacrynic acid, spironolactone,...

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What is the initial work-up in the diagnosis of hypertension?

Author:: Terry Ann Jankowski, MLS

Publish date: September 1, 2005

EVIDENCE-BASED ANSWER: Patients with a new diagnosis of hypertension should be evaluated with a history and physical exam and the following initial...

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Does early detection of suspected atherosclerotic renovascular hypertension change outcomes?

Author:: Terry Ann Jankowski, MLS

Publish date: September 1, 2005

EVIDENCE-BASED ANSWER: We found no evidence for changed outcomes from early detection of renal artery stenosis (RAS). Treatment of RAS in refractor...

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Other than anticoagulation, what is the best therapy for those with atrial fibrillation?

Author:: Terry Ann Jankowski, MLS

Publish date: July 1, 2004

EVIDENCE-BASED ANSWER: Rate control with long-term anticoagulation is recommended for most patients with atrial fibrillation (strength of recommend...