Efficacy of intrauterine device procedural analgesics.

Nearly half of all pregnancies worldwide are unintended. Intrauterine devices are an effective, long-acting form of pregnancy prevention that require minimal maintenance, and also can be used in patients with menorrhagia. However, they are underused because of pain associated with their insertion.

Clinical Preceptor Development and the Benefit of Structured Teaching Techniques: A Scoping Review.

Introduction: Physician assistant (PA) education in the clinical year is dependent on clinical preceptors. Recruitment of preceptors has been identified as a significant barrier for programs. As a result of the preceptor shortage, evaluation of the barriers to recruitment and retention has been considered.

Comparison of the Scope of Practice of the Army Combat Medic Specialist and Civilian National EMS Certification Levels.

Introduction: The transition of Army Combat Medic Specialists (Military Occupational Specialty Code: 68W) from military to civilian emergency medical services (EMS) is challenging, and the pathway is not clearly defined. Our objective was to evaluate the current military requirements for 68W and how they compare to the 2019 EMS National Scope of Practice Model (SoPM) for the civilian emergency medical technician (EMT) and advanced emergency medical technician (AEMT).

Methods: This was a cross-sectional evaluation of the 68W skill floor as defined by the Soldier's Manual and Trainer's Guide Healthcare Specialist and Medical Education and Demonstration of Individual Competence in comparison to the 2019 SoPM, which categorizes EMS tasks into seven skill categories.

The Occupational Military Neuromusculoskeletal Injury Matrix.

Introduction: Neuromusculoskeletal injuries (NMSKIs) are the primary cause of ambulatory visits, lost duty days, and disability discharges in the U.S. Military.