Clinical Resource Library Database

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Treating asthma in the age of biologics

Many patients with severe asthma continue to have high symptom burden despite maximization of conventional therapy. As the understanding of asthma pathophysiology has evolved, however, more personalized therapy options have become available.

Treating hypertension in Black patients

This article reviews some of the physiologic theories for the difference in recommendations and discusses potential complications with race-based treatment algorithms.

Treating patients with acute COPD in the ED

ED clinicians typically discharge patients on 5-day regimens of azithromycin and corticosteroids after an acute COPD exacerbation. This article discusses various studies that evaluated chronic azithromycin therapy to prevent exacerbations in patients with COPD.

Treatment of Alcohol Use Disorder

Published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), this article discusses evidence-based information for the treatment of alcohol use disorder (AUD).

Treatment strategies for ADHD in preschool and school-age children

This review presents current best-evidence treatment options for children with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), including a review of current literature on the efficacy and safety of psychostimulant medications, particularly methylphenidate, used in treating preschoolers and school-age children with ADHD.

Trends in and Characteristics of Buprenorphine Misuse Among Adults in the US

This JAMA published research article seeks to answer the question, ‘With recent increases in buprenorphine treatment for opioid use disorder (OUD), is buprenorphine misuse increasing in the US?’

Triple inhaler therapy in adolescents and adults with moderate or severe persistent asthma

Expert guidelines, meta-analyses, and multiple randomized controlled trials have demonstrated the effectiveness of long-acting inhaled antimuscarinic agents (LAMAs) as an additive medication for patients with poorly controlled moderate or severe persistent asthma.

Tuberculosis

A 41-year-old woman presented to the ED with a 2-week history of fever and hemoptysis. She also reported weight loss, fatigue, and night sweats over the past 2 months.

Type 1 Diabetes Diagnoses Are On the Rise: What Is the PA Role?

Type 1 diabetes diagnoses are on the rise, with over half now occurring in adults—and PAs play a crucial role in addressing this shifting landscape. Learn how PAs can break down barriers, improve outcomes, and empower patients in the fight against this chronic disease.

U.S. Medical Eligibility Criteria for Contraceptive Use, 2024

This document provides recommendations for health care providers for the safe use of specific contraceptive methods by persons who have certain characteristics or medical conditions.

UAPA – Is the Smoke Getting Thicker Finding Clarity About

The landscape of nicotine use has evolved dramatically beyond traditional cigarettes, presenting new challenges for PAs in primary care and specialty settings. This comprehensive session examines current epidemiological trends in nicotine usage across adult and… more

UAPA – Primary Care for the Hematologic Malignancy and Bone Marrow Transplant Patient

Master the complexities of managing hematologic malignancy and bone marrow transplant survivors in the primary care setting. This essential session addresses the unique challenges these patients face, from immunosuppression management to long-term survivorship care. Learn… more

UCLA Mindful

The mission of UCLA Mindful is to foster mindful awareness across the lifespan through education and research. A variety of free resources are offered such as guided meditations, virtual practice group, and resources for Spanish speakers.

Uncovering Rare Obesity Genetic Testing

This resource, provided by Uncovering Rare Obesity, provides a free comprehensive genetic testing program for rare genetic disease of obesity. The program includes insights on nearly 80 genes and offers online test ordering, digital report access, and support for results interpretation.

Understanding resistant hypertension

Resistant hypertension affects about 17% of the US population. Early identification and frequent follow-up can help patients achieve BP goals more rapidly and may reduce morbidity and mortality associated with complications of hypertension, including cerebrovascular accident, cardiovascular disease, and kidney disease.