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Treatment Of Acute Bronchitis In Active Duty Military Members Benchmark Project, Nicole Williams
Treatment Of Acute Bronchitis In Active Duty Military Members Benchmark Project, Nicole Williams
MSN Capstone Projects
Antibiotic resistant infections are a growing problem in the United States and the world. The main cause of this is antibiotic prescriptions, which can not only cause antibiotic resistance but adverse events. Decreasing the amount of antibiotics prescribed for inappropriate conditions can help to decrease the rates of antibiotic resistant infections and the problems these infections can cause. One illness that is treated frequently with antibiotics, against recommendations, is acute bronchitis. Acute bronchitis is a self-limiting viral infection, characterized by cough. By decreasing the number of providers who are prescribing antibiotics for acute bronchitis, the clinic can help to prevent …
An Evaluation Of Provider Adherence To Acute Bronchitis Quality Measures In Adults, Rachel L. Lazar
An Evaluation Of Provider Adherence To Acute Bronchitis Quality Measures In Adults, Rachel L. Lazar
DNP Projects
Background: Acute bronchitis management continues to be mistreated. Evidence based practice guidelines do not support antibiotic therapy for the treatment of acute bronchitis. Providers are encouraged to prescribe antitussives, suppressants and inhaler medications for the treatment of acute bronchitis symptoms, including cough.
Objective: The overall objective of this project is to evaluate the management of adults diagnosed with acute bronchitis in a limited services clinic.
Methods: A retrospective chart review was conducted on patients in a limited services clinic. The chart review assessed patients aged 18-64 with a diagnosis of acute bronchitis from July 1, 2016- June 30, 2017.
Results: …