July 9, 2025
Simpler ICU-to-ward transfers
A new mnemonic could help when you're trying to decide about accepting a patient from the ICU.
Tips on talking about the end of life
Be honest, ask questions, and offer something.
Next special issue of ACP Hospitalist open for submissions
This year's theme is memorable inpatient encounters. Submit your essay by Sept. 22.
More older patients staying longer in EDs
The proportion of older U.S. patients with an ED stay of more than eight hours increased from 12% in 2017 to 20% in 2024, research shows.
Covert cerebrovascular disease associated with risk for falls requiring medical care
Older patients with covert cerebrovascular disease on CT or MRI were more likely to have a subsequent first fall requiring medical attention, a cohort study found.
Algorithm helped identify patients suitable for hospital at home care
An algorithm that uses electronic health record data reduced the number of patients needed to screen to enroll one in hospital at home from 62 to 12, according to a new study from a 10-hospital system.
Take a quiz about the July 2 issue!
Every week, ACP Hospitalist posts a question about the previous week's issue. See how well you remember what you've read compared to other readers.