Patterns of diabetes testing for older adults without diabetes in Ontario's nursing homes: A population‐based study
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DOI: 10.1111/jgs.18152
Abstract: Asymptomatic diabetes testing may be of limited value for older nursing home residents, but most diabetes guidelines lack upper‐age cutoffs for screening cessation. We evaluated patterns of glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) and serum blood glucose (SBG)… read more here.
Keywords: diabetes ontario; without diabetes; diabetes testing; older adults ... See more keywords
Things We Do for No Reason™: Obtaining Urine Testing in Older Adults With Delirium Without Signs or Symptoms of Urinary Tract Infection.
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DOI: 10.12788/jhm.3620
Abstract: Inspired by the ABIM Foundation’s Choosing Wisely® campaign, the “Things We Do for No ReasonTM” (TWDFNR) series reviews practices that have become common parts of hospital care but may provide little value to our patients.… read more here.
Keywords: obtaining urine; things reason; testing older; older adults ... See more keywords