http://www.clinicaladvisor.com Latest articles from The Clinical Advisor Advisor Forum Clinical Advisor Advisor Forum ClinicalAdvisor.com provides a forum in which primary-care NPs and PAs can have their clinical questions answered by experts. Advisor Forum custserv@haymarketmedia.com no A simple technique gets patients with Parkinson disease and dementia to ambulate. http://www.clinicaladvisor.com/use-a-laser-to-get-patients-walking/article/291760/ Thu, 02 May 2013 19:33:48 GMT A simple technique gets patients with Parkinson disease and dementia to ambulate. Clinical Advisor A trick to help pediatric patients sit still during routine exams. http://www.clinicaladvisor.com/magic-hands-to-soothe-a-restless-child/article/291757/ Thu, 02 May 2013 19:28:12 GMT A trick to help pediatric patients sit still during routine exams. Clinical Advisor In patients with chronic headaches, ear or jaw pain, a tongue blade test can detect TMJ. http://www.clinicaladvisor.com/a-tongue-blade-can-detect-temporomandibular-joint-disorder/article/291755/ Thu, 02 May 2013 19:12:58 GMT In patients with chronic headaches, ear or jaw pain, a tongue blade test can detect TMJ. Clinical Advisor A tip for performing a closed reduction on a dislocated finger. http://www.clinicaladvisor.com/get-a-grip-on-dislocated-fingers/article/291749/ Thu, 02 May 2013 18:50:45 GMT A tip for performing a closed reduction on a dislocated finger. Clinical Advisor How do I do what is best for the patient if the patient cannot afford a higher level of treatment? http://www.clinicaladvisor.com/providing-appropriate-mental-health-care-for-low-income-patients/article/291735/ Thu, 02 May 2013 17:19:56 GMT How do I do what is best for the patient if the patient cannot afford a higher level of treatment? Clinical Advisor What is a good screening test for evaluation of closed head injury? http://www.clinicaladvisor.com/testing-for-closed-head-injury/article/291730/ Thu, 02 May 2013 17:08:38 GMT What is a good screening test for evaluation of closed head injury? Clinical Advisor What constitutes a reasonable workup for neutropenia in an otherwise healthy young person? http://www.clinicaladvisor.com/diagnosing-neutropenia/article/291664/ Thu, 02 May 2013 16:23:28 GMT What constitutes a reasonable workup for neutropenia in an otherwise healthy young person? Clinical Advisor A simple technique can help stifle patients' gag reflex. http://www.clinicaladvisor.com/how-to-suppress-gagging-during-a-strep-test/article/287549/ Thu, 04 Apr 2013 20:16:48 GMT A simple technique can help stifle patients' gag reflex. Clinical Advisor Applying triamcinolone prior to a transdermal patch helps prevent contact dermatitis. http://www.clinicaladvisor.com/minimize-reactions-to-transdermal-patches/article/287547/ Thu, 04 Apr 2013 20:00:12 GMT Applying triamcinolone prior to a transdermal patch helps prevent contact dermatitis. Clinical Advisor Soda water or seltzer can help mask the flavor of bad-tasting medicine. http://www.clinicaladvisor.com/a-little-carbonation-helps-the-medicine-go-down/article/287543/ Thu, 04 Apr 2013 19:46:19 GMT Soda water or seltzer can help mask the flavor of bad-tasting medicine. Clinical Advisor Are there any studies that support eliminating foods like sugar, milk and wheat to improve Hashimoto disease symptoms? http://www.clinicaladvisor.com/dietary-adjustments-to-control-hashimoto-disease/article/287542/ Thu, 04 Apr 2013 19:26:14 GMT Are there any studies that support eliminating foods like sugar, milk and wheat to improve Hashimoto disease symptoms? Clinical Advisor How precisely must one follow the manufacturer's directions with regard to the amount of powder and water used in preparing infant formula? http://www.clinicaladvisor.com/when-mixing-formula-prepare-only-as-directed/article/287541/ Thu, 04 Apr 2013 19:15:36 GMT How precisely must one follow the manufacturer's directions with regard to the amount of powder and water used in preparing infant formula? Clinical Advisor Medication, ablation or rate control for a patient with first onset of atrial fibrillation? http://www.clinicaladvisor.com/first-steps-when-treating-atrial-fibrillation/article/287540/ Thu, 04 Apr 2013 19:06:00 GMT Medication, ablation or rate control for a patient with first onset of atrial fibrillation? Clinical Advisor Omega-3 supplements can help constipation in postmenopausal women taking calcium and vitamin D supplements. http://www.clinicaladvisor.com/ease-constipation-caused-by-calcium-supplements/article/283125/ Thu, 07 Mar 2013 18:00:00 GMT Omega-3 supplements can help constipation in postmenopausal women taking calcium and vitamin D supplements. Clinical Advisor Are there any guidelines for alternatives to cephalosporins in patients allergic to penicillin? http://www.clinicaladvisor.com/cephalosporins-in-patients-allergic-to-penicillin/article/283136/ Thu, 07 Mar 2013 15:37:00 GMT Are there any guidelines for alternatives to cephalosporins in patients allergic to penicillin? Clinical Advisor A patient returns after acyclovir fails to resolve a fever blister on the lip. What's the next step? http://www.clinicaladvisor.com/determining-the-cause-of-a-refractory-lip-blister/article/283121/ Thu, 07 Mar 2013 13:00:00 GMT A patient returns after acyclovir fails to resolve a fever blister on the lip. What's the next step? Clinical Advisor Consider unusual causes of chronic or recurrent ear pain. http://www.clinicaladvisor.com/identifying-the-cause-of-bilateral-ear-pain/article/283120/ Wed, 06 Mar 2013 18:00:00 GMT Consider unusual causes of chronic or recurrent ear pain. Clinical Advisor Steps to follow after wound irrigation to ensure patient comfort. http://www.clinicaladvisor.com/easing-pain-during-suturing/article/283138/ Wed, 06 Mar 2013 15:36:00 GMT Steps to follow after wound irrigation to ensure patient comfort. Clinical Advisor How can I avoid unnecessary antibiotic use while still satisfying my patients? http://www.clinicaladvisor.com/antibiotic-overuse-must-be-avoided/article/283118/ Wed, 06 Mar 2013 13:31:00 GMT How can I avoid unnecessary antibiotic use while still satisfying my patients? Clinical Advisor Does the concentration of hypertonic saline affect intracranial pressure reduction in patients with traumatic brain injury? http://www.clinicaladvisor.com/reducing-intracranial-pressure-after-head-injury/article/283117/ Tue, 05 Mar 2013 20:15:22 GMT Does the concentration of hypertonic saline affect intracranial pressure reduction in patients with traumatic brain injury? Clinical Advisor