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• Does an ARB a Day Keep Dementia at Bay? Multiple studies seem to show a correlation between the use of angiotensin receptor II blockers and memory preservation in patients with hypertension.
  Ask the Pharmacists, July 2019
• Credentialing the Nurse Practitioner The NP's qualifications and credentials must match the requirements of the practice.
  June 2019
• OTC Insomnia Supplements: The Latest Evidence Dietary supplements are used by millions of people seeking a good night's sleep, but which ones are safe and effective?
  Ask the Pharmacists, March 2019
• A Patient Refuses Best Medical Advice. What Should I Do? Is an 'against medical advice ' waiver necessary to protect the provider and the facility?
  Ask the Experts, March 2019
• If Parents Don't Comply, What Should Clinicians Do? Is it too soon to call child protective services to report possible medical neglect?
  Legal and Professional Issues for Nurses, February 2019
• A Drug-by-Drug Guide to Treating Insomnia Which drugs and supplements commonly used for the treatment of chronic insomnia are supported by clinical evidence and practice guidelines?
  Ask the Pharmacists, February 2019
• Tamsulosin for Postoperative Urinary Retention Can the BPH drug tamsulosin prevent postoperative urinary retention in male patients undergoing surgery?
  Ask the Pharmacists, January 2019
• More Fluoroquinolone Safety Concerns How do the most recently identified safety issues affect fluoroquinolones' place in therapy?
  Ask the Pharmacists, December 2018
• The Legal Risks of Taking Call A healthcare attorney tells providers what they can do to reduce their liability risk when taking call.
  October 2018
• How to 'Fire' a Patient A healthcare attorney explains the steps to take to properly sever a physician-patient relationship.
  July 2018
• Yosprala(TM) in At-Risk Patients Requiring Low-Dose Aspirin Do the benefits of Yosprala(TM) therapy outweigh its costs when compared with combination therapy with aspirin and a proton-pump inhibitor taken as individual products?
  Ask the Pharmacists, March 2018
• Stirring the Pot: Potential Drug Interactions With Marijuana What medications could potentially interact with marijuana?
  Ask the Pharmacists, June 2017
• For Patients Who Can't Sleep, Could Valerian Help? Herbal infusions or 'teas' containing valerian have been promoted to help with insomnia -- but is it safe and effective?
  Ask the Pharmacists, January 2017
• Can a Good Diet Prevent Dementia? Need another reason to eat healthy food? Dr Reuben explains that certain diets may help prevent cognitive decline.
  September 2016
• Statins for Migraine Prevention For patients who do not respond to first-line migraine prevention treatments, are statins an effective option?
  Ask the Pharmacists, September 2016
• Dementia and Driving Dangers: When is it Time to Give Up the Keys? When should your patient with dementia cease driving? Important considerations and resources are available to help with your recommendations.
  September 2016
• Advance Directives in Dementia: When to Discuss? Advance directives can greatly improve care of patients with cognitive impairment. When is the right time to bring up this important topic and what resources are available?
  July 2016
• Caring for the Dementia Caregiver: Rx for TLC Quality care for the patient with dementia is inextricably linked to the well-being of the caregiver, says Dr Zaldy Tan. How do you identify which caregivers might be at risk for stress or burnout?
  June 2016
• Do PCSK9 Inhibitors Cause Cognitive Impairment? Concerns have emerged about an association of neurocognitive impairment with PCSK9 inhibitor therapy. Are they warranted?
  Ask the Pharmacists, April 2016
• Can Topical and Oral NSAIDs Be Combined for Pain Relief? Are two nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs better than one when it comes to treating pain?
  Ask the Pharmacists, April 2016

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