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Ultrasound Clinics: Does U/S have a role in assessing uterinepatency?
There is no sure way to predict which patients will suffer uterine
rupture if they attempt VBAC. U/S, however, holds promise for
evaluating factors that may suggest increased risk.
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Adolescent patients and their confidentiality: Staying within legalbounds
What right does a teenager have to confidential health care? What
influence does HIPAA have on that right? How you apply the answers
in your practice could determine whether an adolescent seeks health
services—or forgoes necessary care.
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The case of the bungled Bartholin's infection?
Faced with a challenging, unusual presentation, accurate
documentation that spells out the clinician's rationale for
care—or absence of care—takes on even greater
significance.
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Oh, by the way...why am I losing my hair?
Nancy is a 22-year-old who is seeing you for her annual visit and preconception counseling. When she decided to get pregnant 9 months ago, she stopped her Depo-Provera injections. Her cycles are now regular in timing and duration. She and her husband are currently using condoms. She denies any recent unexplained weight loss or gain. Her vital signs and gynecologic exam are unremarkable. As you are leaving, she looks up and asks, "Oh, by the way, why am I losing my hair?"
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