An initiative to improve adherence to evidence-based guidelines in the treatment of URIs, sinusitis, and pharyngitis

Background: Upper respiratory infections, acute sinus infections, and sore throats are common symptoms that cause patients to seek medical care. Despite well-established treatment guidelines, studies indicate that antibiotics are prescribed far more frequently than appropriate, raising a multitude o...

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Main Authors: Richard Alweis, Michael Greco, Thomas Wasser, Suzanne Wenderoth
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Greater Baltimore Medical Center 2014-02-01
Series:Journal of Community Hospital Internal Medicine Perspectives
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Online Access:http://www.jchimp.net/index.php/jchimp/article/download/22958/pdf_1