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What are the causes of hypomagnesemia?
- Author:
- David R. Mouw, MD, PhD
- Robyn A. Latessa, MD
- Elaine J. Sullo, MLS
EVIDENCE-BASED ANSWER: The causes of magnesium depletion and hypomagnesemia are decreased gastrointestinal (GI) absorption and increased renal...
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Are antibiotics effective in preventing pneumonia for nursing home patients?
- Author:
- David R. Mouw, MD, PhD
- John P. Langlois, MD
- Linda F. Turner, MSLS
EVIDENCE-BASED ANSWER: Antibiotics should not be used for prophylaxis of pneumonia in nursing homes. We found no studies testing the effectiveness...