Publications by authors named "Yvonne De Sloover Koch"
Article Synopsis
- Veterans face higher rates of chronic pain and opioid prescriptions, prompting organizations like the CDC and DoD to recommend naloxone for at-risk patients.
- An interprofessional team implemented a project at a VA clinic to increase naloxone coprescriptions by utilizing the Opioid Therapy Risk Report to identify eligible patients.
- The initiative successfully raised naloxone coprescription rates from 42% to 82% over a year, showcasing the effectiveness of provider notifications for high-risk patients.
Selective serotonin-reuptake inhibitors for the treatment of hot flashes.
Ann Pharmacother
October 2004
Objective: To review the literature evaluating the use of selective serotonin-reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) for the treatment of hot flashes.
Data Sources: Biomedical literature was accessed through MEDLINE (1966-June 2003), MD Consult, and references of reviewed articles. Key search terms used were hot flashes, vasomotor symptoms, antidepressants, and SSRIs.