ISSN:0361-1817    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1999

数据来源: OVID

ISSN:0361-1817    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1999

数据来源: OVID

摘要:

Some 55% of American adults exceed the criteria for overweight or obesity. Obesity contributes to numerous other illnesses including hypertension, type 2 diabetes, stroke, osteoarthritis, sleep apnea, and some cancers. Although several prescription medications have been developed to treat obesity, these medications have serious adverse effects. The two broad categories of causes for obesity are psychologic factors and physiologic factors. The first line of therapy Is prevention, but to successfully help patients with longterm weight loss, the clinician must consider proper diet, adequate exercise, a positive mental attitude, and using nutrients and dietary supplements that are safe and effective.

ISSN:0361-1817    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1999

数据来源: OVID

摘要:

Recent legislative reforms have allowed the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to reduce the average approval process for new drugs from 30 to 15 months. Advances in technologic support have made access to the FDA widely available. This article reviews 14 recently approved drugs used in primary care along with clinical background and prescribing guidelines. Information on accessing FDA resources through the use of the internet is also included.

ISSN:0361-1817    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1999

数据来源: OVID

ISSN:0361-1817    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1999

数据来源: OVID

摘要:

Primary care providers play an instrumental role in both coordinating prevention efforts and facilitating emergency care for patients with signs and symptoms of acute ischemic stroke. Acute ischemic stroke, also known as brain attack, is the third leading cause of death and the leading cause of adult disability in the United States. Acute ischemic stroke is currently considered a medical emergency that can respond to early treatment. In addition, primary and secondary prevention activities have proved effective. This article reviews the current literature regarding the types of stroke as well as specific information about prevention, signs and symptoms, and management. Guidelines for assessment and emergency care for patients with acute ischemic stroke are also provided.

ISSN:0361-1817    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1999

数据来源: OVID

摘要:

Sporothrix schenckilis a fungus commonly found in soil and on plants, wood splinters, rosebush thorns, and decaying vegetation. It is also carried by some wild and domestic animals and rodents. When this organism penetrates the skin of individuals handling contaminated substances, the cutaneous manifestation may be lymphangitic or fixed. The treatment of choice for the cutaneous form of the disease (sporotrichosis) is potassium iodide. If iodides are contraindicated or not tolerated, itraconazole may be used. Sporotrichosis can persist for years if unrecognized and can progress to systemic forms, including osteoarticular, pulmonary (may occur when the organism is inhaled), and meningeal involvement. Systemic forms can be life-threatening and very difficult to treat. Primary care providers must be familiar with this disorder and its presentation because it is easily mistaken for a bacterial infection and inappropriately treated.

ISSN:0361-1817    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1999

数据来源: OVID

ISSN:0361-1817    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1999

数据来源: OVID

ISSN:0361-1817    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1999

数据来源: OVID

ISSN:0361-1817    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1999

数据来源: OVID