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Choosing Wisely Canada

Canadian Association of Emergency Physicians

Respiratory distress from bronchospasm/wheezing is a common presentation in both children (i.e., bronchiolitis) and adults (i.e., bronchitis/asthma) seen in the emergency department. Most patients with symptoms do not have bacterial infections that require antibiotic treatment or influence outcomes (i.e., hospitalization). Inappropriate administration of antibiotics can expose patients to unnecessary risks (i.e., allergies, rash, diarrhea and other side-effects) and has the potential to ...

Choosing Wisely Canada

Canadian Association of Emergency Physicians

Head injuries in children and adults are common presentations to the emergency department. Minor head injury is characterized by: Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) 13-15, associated with either witnessed loss of consciousness, definite amnesia, or witnessed disorientation. Most adults and children with minor head injuries do not suffer from serious brain injuries that require hospitalization or surgery. CT head scans performed on patients without signs of significant injuries can expose patients to ...

Choosing Wisely®

American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery

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Choosing Wisely®

American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery

For further information please visit the website of the initiative (link below)

Choosing Wisely®

American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery

For further information please visit the website of the initiative (link below)