A list of the journals that are reviewed and the criteria for selecting articles from these journals for inclusion in Evidence-Base Nursing are included in each issue. The following articles passed all criteria but were not abstracted because, in the judgment of the editors, their findings were less widely applicable to nursing practice. As of the Oct 2001 issue, we will publish this list on the website on an ongoing basis.
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Ackermann RT, Mulrow CD, Ramirez G, et al. Garlic shows promise for improving some cardiovascular risk factors. Arch Intern Med 2001;161:813–24.
Adair CE and Patten S. A review of interventions for reduction of residential environmental tobacco smoke exposures among children. Paediatr Child Health 2001;6:70–9.
Adams N, Bestall J, Jones P. Inhaled beclomethasone at different doses for long-term asthma. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2001;(1):CD002879.
Adams NP, Bestall JB, Jones PW. Inhaled beclomethasone versus placebo for chronic asthma. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2000;(4):CD002738.
Adelman WP, Duggan AK, Joffe A. Effectiveness of a high school smoking cessation program. Pediatrics 2001;107:e50.
Allan L, Hays H, Jensen NH, et al. Randomised crossover trial of transdermal fentanyl and sustained release oral morphine for treating chronic non-cancer pain. BMJ 2001;322:1154–8.
Allen JD, Stoddard AM, Mays J, et al. Promoting breast and cervical cancer screening at the workplace: results from the woman to woman study. Am J Public Health 2001;91:584–90.
Andersen BR, Kallehave FL, Andersen HK. Antibiotics versus placebo for prevention of postoperative infection after appendectomy. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2001;(2):CD001439.
Appel LJ, Espeland MA, Easter L, et al. Effects of reduced sodium intake on hypertension control in older individuals: results from the trial of nonpharmacologic interventions in the elderly (TONE). Arch Intern Med 2001;161:685–93.
Armstrong DG, Nguyen HC. Improvement in healing with aggressive edema reduction after debridement of foot infection in persons with diabetes. Arch Surg 2000;135:1405–9.
Asplund K, Gustafson Y, Jacobsson C, et al. Geriatric-based versus general wards for older acute medical patients: a randomized comparison of outcomes and use of resources. J Am Geriatr Soc 2000;48:1381–8.
Avenell A, Handoll HH. Nutritional supplementation for hip fracture aftercare in the elderly. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2000;(4):CD001880.
Babyak M, Blumenthal JA, Herman S, et al. Exercise treatment for major depression: maintenance of therapeutic benefit at 10 months. Psychosom Med 2000;62:633–8.
Baker R, Bell S, Baker E, et al. A randomized controlled trial of the effects of multi-sensory stimulation (MSS) for people with dementia. Br Clin Psychol 2001;40:81–96.
Barrington KJ, Bull D, Finer NN. Randomized trial of nasal synchronized intermittent mandatory ventilation compared with continuous positive airway pressure after extubation of very low birth weight infants. Pediatrics 2001;107:638–41.
Basevi V, Lavender T. Routine perineal shaving on admission in labour. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2001;(1):CD001236.
Berkus MD, Langer O, Samueloff A, et al. Electronic fetal monitoring: what's reassuring? Acta Obstet Gynecol Scand 1999;78:15–21.
Besbes-Ouanes L, Nouira S, Elatrous S, et al. Continuous versus intermittent nebulization of salbutamol in acute severe asthma: a randomized, controlled trial. Ann Emerg Med 2000;36:198–203.
Beyth RJ, Quinn L, Landefeld CS. A multicomponent intervention to prevent major bleeding complications in older patients receiving warfarin: a randomized controlled trial. Ann Intern Med 2000;133:687–95.
Binder EF, Williams DB, Schechtman KB, et al. Effects of hormone replacement therapy on serum lipids in elderly women: a randomized, placebo-controlled trial. Ann Intern Med 2001;134:754–60.
Bjorck LA, Liedholm H, Jacobsson L. The effects on knowledge of the systematic education of patients with joint diseases treated with NSAIDs and diuretics. Patient Educ Couns 2001;42:165–74.
Bohadana A, Nilsson F, Rasmussen T, et al. Nicotine inhaler and nicotine patch as a combination therapy for smoking cessation: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial. Arch Intern Med 2000;160:3128–34.
Bonithon–Kopp C, Kronborg O, Giacosa A, et al. Calcium and fibre supplementation in prevention of colorectal adenoma recurrence: a randomised intervention trial. European cancer prevention organisation study group. Lancet 2000;356:1300–6.
Borras JM, Sanchez-Hernandez A, Navarro M, et al. Compliance, satisfaction, and quality of life of patients with colorectal cancer receiving home chemotherapy or outpatient treatment: a randomised controlled trial. BMJ 2001;322:826.
Borsari B, Carey KB. Effects of a brief motivational intervention with college student drinkers. J Consult Clin Psychol 2000;68:728–33.
Braga M, Gianotti L, Gentilini O, et al. Early postoperative enteral nutrition improves gut oxygenation and reduces costs compared with total parenteral nutrition. Crit Care Med 2001;29:242–8.
Bridges CB, Thompson WW, Meltzer MI, et al. Effectiveness and cost-benefit of influenza vaccination of healthy working adults: a randomized controlled trial. JAMA 2000;284:1655–63.
Brookenthal KR, Freedman KB, Lotke PA, et al. A meta-analysis of thromboembolic prophylaxis in total knee arthroplasty. 2001;16:293–300.
Brown M, Sinacore DR, Ehsani AA, et al. Low-intensity exercise as a modifier of physical frailty in older adults. Arch Phys Med Rehabil 2000;81:960–5.
Brugha TS, Wheatley S, Taub NA, et al. Pragmatic randomized trial of antenatal intervention to prevent post-natal depression by reducing psychosocial risk factors. Psychol Med 2000;30:1273–81.
Campbell K, Waters E, O'Meara S, et al. Interventions for preventing obesity in children. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2001;(1):CD001871.
Canga N, De Irala J, Vara E, et al. Intervention study for smoking cessation in diabetic patients: a randomized controlled trial in both clinical and primary care settings. Diabetes Care 2000;23:1455–60.
Cassidy WM, Watson B, Ioli VA, et al. A randomized trial of alternative two- and three-dose hepatitis B vaccination regimens in adolescents: antibody responses, safety, and immunologic memory. Pediatrics 2001;107:626–31.
Cauley JA, Black DM, Barrett-Connor E, et al. Effects of hormone replacement therapy on clinical fractures and height loss: the heart and estrogen/progestin replacement study (HERS). Am J Med 2001;110:442–50.
Celio AA, Winzelberg AJ, Wilfley DE, et al. Reducing risk factors for eating disorders: comparison of an internet—and a classroom-delivered psychoeducational program. J Consult Clin Psychol 2000;68:650–7.
Chrubasik S, Eisenberg E, Balan E, et al. Treatment of low back pain exacerbations with willow bark extract: a randomized double-blind study. Am J Med 2000;109–14.
Clapp JF, Kim H, Burciu B, et al. Beginning regular exercise in early pregnancy: effect on fetoplacental growth. Am J Obstet Gynecol 2000;183:1484–8.
Clark MC, Lester J. The effect of video-based interventions on self-care. West J Nurs Res 2000;22:895–911.
Classen C, Butler LD, Koopman C, et al. Supportive-expressive group therapy and distress in patients with metastatic breast cancer: a randomized clinical intervention trial. Arch Gen Psychiatry 2001;58:494–501.
Comp PC, Spiro TE, Friedman RJ, et al., for the Enoxaparin Clinical Trial Group. Prolonged enoxaparin therapy to prevent venous thromboembolism after primary hip or knee replacement. J Bone Joint Surg Am 2001;83:336–45.
Counsell SR, Holder CM, Liebenauer LL, et al. Effects of a multicomponent intervention on functional outcomes and process of care in hospitalized older patients: a randomized controlled trial of acute care for elders (ACE) in a community hospital. J Am Geriatr Soc 2000;48:1572–81.
Croft AM, Garner P. Mefloquine for preventing malaria in non-immune adult travellers. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2000;(4):CD000138.
Cullum N, Nelson EA, Fletcher AW, et al. Compression for venous leg ulcers. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2001;(2):CD000265.
Derry S, Loke YK. Risk of gastrointestinal haemorrhage with long term use of aspirin: meta-analysis. BMJ 2000;321:1183–7.
Dickson R, Awasthi S, Williamson P, et al. Effects of treatment for intestinal helminth infection on growth and cognitive performance in children: systematic review of randomised trials. BMJ 2000;320:1697–701.
Diggory P, Fernandez C, Humphrey A, et al. Comparison of elderly people's technique in using two dry powder inhalers to deliver zanamivir: randomised controlled trial. BMJ 2001;322:577–9.
Dodd CS. Interventions for treating headlice. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2001;(2):CD001165.
Draper B. The effectiveness of old age psychiatry services. Int J Geriatr Psychiatry 2000;15:687–703.
Dutta P, Mitra U, Manna B, et al. Double blind, randomised controlled clinical trial of hypo-osmolar oral rehydration salt solution in dehydrating acute diarrhoea in severely malnourished (marasmic) children. Arch Dis Child 2001;84:237–40.
Eckenrode J, Ganzel B, Henderson CRJ, et al. Preventing child abuse and neglect with a program of nurse home visitation: the limiting effects of domestic violence. JAMA 2000;284:1385–91.
Edinger JD, Wohlgemuth WK, Radtke RA, et al. Cognitive behavioral therapy for treatment of chronic primary insomnia: a randomized controlled trial. JAMA 2001;285:1856–64.
Faith MS, Berman N, Heo M, et al. Effects of contingent television on physical activity and television viewing in obese children. Pediatrics 2001;107:1043–8.
Feder G, Cryer C, Donovan S, et al. Guidelines for the prevention of falls in people over 65. BMJ 2000;321:1007–11.
Feldman RH, Damron D, Anliker J, et al. The effect of the Maryland WIC 5-A-Day promotion program on participants' stages of change for fruit and vegetable consumption. Health Educ Behav 2000;27:649–63.
Flemming K, Cullum N. Electromagnetic therapy for the treatment of venous leg ulcers. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2001;(1):CD002933.
Flynn CA, Griffin G, Tudiver F. Decongestants and antihistamines for acute otitis media in children. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2001;(2):CD001727.
French R, Cowan F, Mansour D, et al. Hormonally impregnated intrauterine systems (IUSs), versus other forms of reversible contraceptives as effective methods of preventing pregnancy. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2001;(2):CD001776.
Garbutt JM, Goldstein M, Gellman E, et al. A randomized, placebo-controlled trial of antimicrobial treatment for children with clinically diagnosed acute sinusitis. Pediatrics 2001;107:619–25.
Garrison MM, Christakis DA. A systematic review of treatments for infant colic. Pediatrics 2000;106:184–90.
Gaston-Johansson F, Nanda J. The effectiveness of the comprehensive coping strategy program on clinical outcomes in breast cancer autologous bone marrow transplantation. Cancer Nurs 2000;23:277–85.
Giacco R, Parillo M, Rivellese AA, et al. Long-term dietary treatment with increased amounts of fiber-rich low-glycemic index natural foods improves blood glucose control and reduces the number of hypoglycemic events in type 1 diabetic patients. Diabetes Care 2000;23:1461–6.
Gibbs S, Harvey I, Sterling JC, et al. Local treatments for cutaneous warts. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2001;(2):CD001781.
Glasziou PP, Del Mar CB, Hayem M, et al. Antibiotics for acute otitis media in children. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2000;(4):CD000219.
Gonzales R, Sande MA, Gillock MR, et al. Uncomplicated acute bronchitis. Ann Intern Med 2000;133:981–91.
Gormally S, Barr RG, Wertheim L, et al. Contact and nutrient caregiving effects on newborn infant pain responses. Dev Med Child Neurol 2001;43:28–38.
Gotzsche PC, Johansen HK, Hammarquist C, et al. House dust mite control measures for asthma. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2001;(2):CD001187.
Grealish L, Lomasney A, Whiteman B. Foot massage. A nursing intervention to modify the distressing symptoms of pain and nausea in patients hospitalized with cancer. Cancer Nurs 2000;23:237–43.
Gregg EW, Pereira MA, Caspersen CJ. Physical activity, falls, and fractures among older adults: a review of the epidemiologic evidence. J Am Geriatr Soc 2000;48:883–93.
Grossman E, Messerli FH, Goldbourt U. High blood pressure and diabetes mellitus: are all antihypertensive drugs created equal? Arch Intern Med 2000;160:2447–52.
Haby MM, Waters E, Robertson CF, et al. Interventions for educating children who have attended the emergency room for asthma. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2001;(1):CD001290.
Hagen KB, Hilde G, Jamtvedt G, et al. The Cochrane review of bed rest for acute low back pain and sciatica. Spine 2000;25:2932–9.
Halliday HL, Patterson CC, Halahakoon CW. A multicenter, randomized open study of early corticosteroid treatment (OSECT) in preterm infants with respiratory illness: comparison of early and late treatment and of dexamethasone and inhaled budesonide. Pediatrics 2001;107:232–40.
Halperin SA, McGrath P, Smith B, et al. Lidocaine-prilocaine patch decreases the pain associated with the subcutaneous administration of measles-mumps-rubella vaccine but does not adversely affect the antibody response. J Pediatr 2000;136:789–94.
Hampson SE, Skinner TC, Hart J, et al. Behavioral interventions for adolescents with type 1 diabetes: how effective are they? Diabetes Care 2000;23:1416–22.
Hartman CA, Manos TM, Winter C, et al. Effects of T'ai Chi training on function and quality of life indicators in older adults with osteoarthritis. J Am Geriatr Soc 2000;48:1553–9.
Harvey AG, McGuire BE. Suppressing and attending to pain-related thoughts in chronic pain patients. Behav Res Ther 2000;38:1117–24.
Hayden FG, Gubareva LV, Monto AS, et al. Inhaled zanamivir for the prevention of influenza in families. N Engl J Med 2000;343:1282–9.
Hayes BA, Muller R, Bradley BS. Perinatal depression: a randomized controlled trial of an antenatal education intervention for primiparas. Birth 2001;28:28–35.
Hebert PR, Hennekens CH. An overview of the 4 randomized trials of aspirin therapy in the primary prevention of vascular disease. Arch Intern Med 2000;160:3123–7.
Heyland DK, Montalvo M, MacDonald S, et al. Total parenteral nutrition in the surgical patient: a meta-analysis. Can J Surg 2001;44:102–11.
Hiss RG, Gillard ML, Armbruster BA, et al. Comprehensive evaluation of community-based diabetic patients: effect of feedback to patients and their physicians: a randomized controlled trial. Diabetes Care 2001;24:690–4.
Holroyd KA, O'Donnell FJ, Stensland M, et al. Management of chronic tension-type headache with tricyclic antidepressant medication, stress management therapy, and their combination: a randomized controlled trial. JAMA 2001;285:2208–15.
Hooper L, Summerbell CD, Higgins JP, et al. Dietary fat intake and prevention of cardiovascular disease: systematic review. BMJ 2001;322:757–63.
Hrobjartsson A, Gotzsche PC. Is the placebo powerless? An analysis of clinical trials comparing placebo with no treatment. N Engl J Med 2001;344:1594–602.
Hughes EG, Lamont DA, Beecroft ML, et al. Randomized trial of a “stage-of-change” oriented smoking cessation intervention in infertile and pregnant women. Fertil Steril 2000;74:498–503.
Indredavik B, Fjaertoft H, Ekeberg G, et al. Benefit of an extended stroke unit service with early supported discharge: a randomized, controlled trial. Stroke 2000;312:2989–94.
Jarrett RB, Kraft D, Doyle J, et al. Preventing recurrent depression using cognitive therapy with and without a continuation phase: a randomized clinical trial. Arch Gen Psychiatry 2001;58:381–8.
Jellema MP, van Tulder MW, van Poppel MN, et al. Lumbar supports for prevention and treatment of low back pain: a systematic review within the framework of the Cochrane back review group. Spine 2001;26:377–86.
Jewell DJ, Young G. Interventions for treating constipation in pregnancy. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2001;(2):CD001142.
Johnson, V. Y. Effects of a submaximal exercise protocol to recondition the pelvic floor musculature. Nurs Res 2001;50:33–41.
Jolliffe JA, Rees K, Taylor RS, et al. Exercise-based rehabilitation for coronary heart disease. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2000;(4):CD001800.
Jordhoy MS, Fayers P, Saltnes T, et al. A palliative-care intervention and death at home: a cluster randomised trial. Lancet 2000;356:888–93.
Kalliomaki M, Salminen S, Arvilommi H, et al. Probiotics in primary prevention of atopic disease: a randomised placebo-controlled trial. Lancet 2001;357:1076–9.
Kalra L, Evans A, Perez I, et al. Alternative strategies for stroke care: a prospective randomised controlled trial. Lancet 2000;356:894–9.
Karchmer TB, Giannetta ET, Muto CA, et al. A randomized crossover study of silver-coated urinary catheters in hospitalized patients. Arch Intern Med 2000;160:3294–8.
Katon W, Rutter C, Ludman EJ, et al. A randomized trial of relapse prevention of depression in primary care. Arch Gen Psychiatry 2001;58:241–7.
Ketola E, Sipila R, Makela M. Effectiveness of individual lifestyle interventions in reducing cardiovascular disease and risk factors. Ann Med 2000;32:239–51.
Kidane G, Morrow RH. Teaching mothers to provide home treatment of malaria in Tigray, Ethiopia: a randomised trial. Lancet 2000;356:550–5.
Klerman LV, Ramey SL, Goldenberg RL, et al. A randomized trial of augmented prenatal care for multiple-risk, medicaid-eligible African American women. Am J Public Health 2001;91:105–11.
Kolko DJ, Brent DA, Baugher M, et al. Cognitive and family therapies for adolescent depression: treatment specificity, mediation, and moderation. J Consult Clin Psychol 2000;68:603–14.
Kominski G, Andersen R, Bastani R, et al. UPBEAT: the impact of a psychogeriatric intervention in VA medical centers. Unified Psychogeriatric Biopsychosocial Evaluation and Treatment. Med Care 2001;39:500–12.
Koniak-Griffin D, Anderson NL, Verzemnieks I, et al. A public health nursing early intervention program for adolescent mothers: outcomes from pregnancy through 6 weeks postpartum. Nurs Res 2000;49:130–8.
Krouse HJ. Video modelling to educate patients. J Adv Nurs 2001;33:748–57.
Kuschel CA, Harding JE. Protein supplementation of human milk for promoting growth in preterm infants. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2000(2);CD000433.
Langhorne P, Duncan P. Does the organization of postacute stroke care really matter? Stroke 2001;32:268–74.
Lichstein KL, Wilson NM, Johnson CT. Psychological treatment of secondary insomnia. Psychol Aging 2000;15:232–40.
Lindh V, Wiklund U, Hakansson S. Assessment of the effect of EMLA during venipuncture in the newborn by analysis of heart rate variability. Pain 2000;86:247–54.
Lister P, Iles R, Shaw B, et al. Inhaled steroids for neonatal chronic lung disease. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2000;(2):CD002311.
Little CV, Parsons T. Herbal therapy for treating osteoarthritis. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2001;(1):CD002947.
Macknin J, Marks M, Macknin ML. Effect of telephone follow-up on frequency of health maintenance visits among children attending free immunization clinics: a randomized, controlled trial. Clin Pediatr 2000;39:679–81.
MacLennan A, Lester S, Moore V. Oral oestrogen replacement therapy versus placebo for hot flushes. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2001;(1):CD002978.
Mandel JS, Church TR, Bond JH, et al. The effect of fecal occult-blood screening on the incidence of colorectal cancer. N Engl J Med 2000;343:1603–7.
Marin MG, Lee JC, Skurnick JH. Prevention of nosocomial bloodstream infections: effectiveness of antimicrobial-impregnated and heparin-bonded central venous catheters. Crit Care Med 2000;28:3332–8.
Martin AA, Schauble PG, Rai SH, et al. The effects of hypnosis on the labor processes and birth outcomes of pregnant adolescents. J Fam Pract 2001;50:441–3.
Marx BP, Calhoun KS, Wilson AE, et al. Sexual revictimization prevention: an outcome evaluation. J Consult Clin Psychol 2001;69:25–32.
Maughan, K., Clarke, C. The effect of a clinical nurse specialist in gynaecological oncology on quality of life and sexuality. J Clin Nurs 2001;10:221–9.
May B, Kohler S, Schneider B. Efficacy and tolerability of a fixed combination of peppermint oil and caraway oil in patients suffering from functional dyspepsia. Aliment Pharmacol Ther 2000;14:1671–7.
Mazieres B, Combe B, Phan VA, et al. Chondroitin sulfate in osteoarthritis of the knee: a prospective, double blind, placebo controlled multicenter clinical study. J Rheumatol 2001;28:173–81.
Meade M, Guyatt G, Griffith L, et al. Criteria for weaning from mechanical ventilation. Evidence Report/Technology Assessment Number 23. AHRQ Publication No.01-E005. Rockville, MD: Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, November 2000. http://www.ahrq.gov/clinic/mechinv.htm
Mehta SR, Eikelboom JW, Yusuf S. Risk of intracranial haemorrhage with bolus versus infusion thrombolytic therapy: a meta-analysis. Lancet 2000;356:449–54.
Mellon M, Leflein J, Walton-Bowen K, et al. Comparable efficacy of administration with face mask or mouthpiece of nebulized budesonide inhalation suspension for infants and young children with persistent asthma. Am J Respir Crit Care Med 2000;162:593–8.
Metz JA, Stern JS, Kris-Etherton P, et al. A randomized trial of improved weight loss with a prepared meal plan in overweight and obese patients: impact on cardiovascular risk reduction. Arch Intern Med 2000;160:2150–8.
Misri S, Kostaras X, Fox D, et al. The impact of partner support in the treatment of postpartum depression. Can J Psychiatry 2000;45:554–8.
Moayyedi P, Soo S, Deeks J, et al. Eradication of Helicobacter pylori for non-ulcer dyspepsia. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2001;(1):CD002096.
Moayyedi P, Soo S, Deeks J, et al. Systematic review and economic evaluation of Helicobacter pylori eradication treatment for non-ulcer dyspepsia. BMJ 2000;321:659–64.
Morrell CJ, Spiby H, Stewart P, et al. Costs and effectiveness of community postnatal support workers: randomised controlled trial. BMJ 2000;321:593–8.
Muldoon MF, Manuck SB, Mendelsohn AB, et al. Cholesterol reduction and non-illness mortality: meta-analysis of randomised clinical trials. BMJ 2001;322:11–5.
Nelson EA, Bell-Syer SEM, Cullum NA. Compression for preventing recurrence of venous ulcers. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2000;(4):CD002303.
Nicholson KG, Aoki FY, Osterhaus AD, et al., for the Neuraminidase Inhibitor Flu Treatment Investigator Group. Efficacy and safety of oseltamivir in treatment of acute influenza: a randomised controlled trial. Lancet 2000;355:1845–50.
Nixon S, O'Brien K, Glazier RH, et al. Aerobic exercise interventions for people with HIV/AIDS. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2001;(1):CD001796.
Oliver D, Hopper A, Seed P. Do hospital fall prevention programs work? A systematic review. J Am Geriatr Soc 2000;48:1679–89.
O'Meara SM, Cullum NA, Majid M, et al. Systematic review of antimicrobial agents used for chronic wounds. Br J Surg 2001;88:4–21.
Parkes J, Shepperd S. Discharge planning from hospital to home. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2000;(4):CD000313.
Partsch H, Blattler W. Compression and walking versus bed rest in the treatment of proximal deep venous thrombosis with low molecular weight heparin. J Vasc Surg 2000;32:861–9.
Peden AR, Hall LA, Rayens MK, et al. Reducing negative thinking and depressive symptoms in college women. J Nurs Scholar 2000;32:145–51.
Pedersen T, Pedersen P, Moller AM. Pulse oximetry for perioperative monitoring. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2001;(2):CD002013.
Pekkala E, Merinder L. Psychoeducation for schizophrenia. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2000;(4):CD002831.
Pierce M, Ridout D, Harding D, et al. More good than harm: a randomised controlled trial of the effect of education about familial risk of diabetes on psychological outcomes. Br J Gen Pract 2000;50:867–71.
Pignone M, Harris R, Kinsinger L. Videotape-based decision aid for colon cancer screening: a randomized, controlled trial. Ann Intern Med 2000;133:761–9.
Pitschel-Walz G, Leucht S, Bauml J, et al. The effect of family interventions on relapse and rehospitalization in schizophrenia—a meta-analysis. Schizophr Bull 2001;27:73–92.
Ploin D, Chapuis FR, Stamm D, et al. High-dose albuterol by metered-dose inhaler plus a spacer device versus nebulization in preschool children with recurrent wheezing: a double-blind, randomized equivalence trial. Pediatrics 2000;106:311–7.
Powell P, Bentall RP, Nye FJ, et al. Randomised controlled trial of patient education to encourage graded exercise in chronic fatigue syndrome. BMJ 2001;322:387–90.
Reda S, Makhoul S. Prompts to encourage appointment attendance for people with serious mental illness. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2001;(2):CD002085.
Reis BB, Hall RT, Schanler RJ, et al. Enhanced growth of preterm infants fed a new powdered human milk fortifier: a randomized, controlled trial. Pediatrics 2000;106:581–8.
Renders CM, Valk GD, Griffin S, et al. Interventions to improve the management of diabetes mellitus in primary care, outpatient and community settings. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2001;(1):CD001481.
Rockwood K, Stadnyk K, Carver D, et al. A clinimetric evaluation of specialized geriatric care for rural dwelling, frail older people. J Am Geriatr Soc 2000;48:1080–5.
Rosen JE, Chen FS, Hiebert R, et al. Efficacy of preoperative skin traction in hip fracture patients: a prospective, randomized study. J Orthop Trauma 2001;15:81–5.
Rost K, Nutting P, Smith J, et al. Improving depression outcomes in community primary care practice: a randomized trial of the QuEST intervention. quality enhancement by strategic teaming. J Gen Intern Med 2001;16:143–9.
Rostom A, Wells G, Tugwell P, et al. The prevention of chronic NSAID induced upper gastrointestinal toxicity: a Cochrane collaboration metaanalysis of randomized controlled trials. J Rheumatol 2000;27:2203–14.
Rowland N, Bower P, Mellor C, et al. Counselling for depression in primary care. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2001;(1):CD001025.
Sacks FM, Svetkey LP, Vollmer WM, et al. Effects on blood pressure of reduced dietary sodium and the dietary approaches to stop hypertension (DASH) diet. N Engl J Med 2001;344:3–10.
Sanders MR, Montgomery DT, Brechman-Toussaint, ML. The mass media and the prevention of child behavior problems: the evaluation of a television series to promote positive outcomes for parents and their children. J Child Psychol Psychiatry 2000;41:1:939–48.
Sanders MR, McFarland M. Treatment of depressed mothers with disruptive children: a controlled evaluation of cognitive behavioral family intervention. Behav Ther 2000;31:89–112.
Sanmuganathan PS, Ghahramani P, Jackson PR, et al. Aspirin for primary prevention of coronary heart disease: safety and absolute benefit related to coronary risk derived from meta-analysis of randomised trials. Heart 2001;85:265–71.
Sarker SA, Mahalanabis D, Alam NH, et al. Reduced osmolarity oral rehydration solution for persistent diarrhea in infants: a randomized controlled clinical trial. J Pediatr 2001;138:532–8.
Schuh S, Reisman J, Alshehri M, et al. A comparison of inhaled fluticasone and oral prednisone for children with severe acute asthma. N Engl J Med 2000;343:689–94.
Scott JT, Entwistle VA, Sowden AJ, et al. Communicating with children and adolescents about their cancer. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2001;(1):CD002969.
Sebregts EH, Falger PR, Bar FW. Risk factor modification through nonpharmacological interventions in patients with coronary heart disease. J Psychosom Res 2000;48:425–41.
Shapiro G, Bronsky E, Murray A, et al. Clinical comparability of ventolin formulated with hydrofluoroalkane or conventional chlorofluorocarbon propellants in children with asthma. Arch Pediatr Adolesc Med 2000;154:1219–25.
Sharek PJ, Bergman DA. The effect of inhaled steroids on the linear growth of children with asthma: a meta-analysis. Pediatrics 2000;106:E8.
Shelton RC, Keller MB, Gelenberg A, et al. Effectiveness of St John's wort in major depression: a randomized controlled trial. JAMA 2001;285:1978–86.
Shern DL, Tsemberis S, Anthony W, et al. Serving street-dwelling individuals with psychiatric disabilities: outcomes of a psychiatric rehabilitation clinical trial. Am J Public Health 2000;90:1873–8.
Shiffman S, Elash CA, Paton SM, et al. Comparative efficacy of 24-hour and 16-hour transdermal nicotine patches for relief of morning craving. Addiction 2000;95:1185–95.
Silagy C, Mant D, Fowler G, et al. Nicotine replacement therapy for smoking cessation. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2000;(2):CD000146.
Slota M, Green M, Farley A, et al. The role of gown and glove isolation and strict handwashing in the reduction of nosocomial infection in children with solid organ transplantation. Crit Care Med 2001;29:405–12.
Snow V, Mottur-Pilson C, Gonzales R. Principles of appropriate antibiotic use for treatment of acute bronchitis in adults. Ann Intern Med 2001;134:518–20.
Snowden HM, Renfrew MJ, Woolridge MW. Treatments for breast engorgement during lactation. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2001;(2):CD000046.
Speca M, Carlson LE, Goodey E, et al. A randomized, wait-list controlled clinical trial: the effect of a mindfulness meditation-based stress reduction program on mood and symptoms of stress in cancer outpatients. Psychosom Med 2000;62:613–22.
Sperber SJ, Turner RB, Sorrentino JV, et al. Effectiveness of pseudoephedrine plus acetaminophen for treatment of symptoms attributed to the paranasal sinuses associated with the common cold. Arch Fam Med 2000;9:979–85.
Stark AR, Carlo WA, Tyson JE, et al. Adverse effects of early dexamethasone in extremely-low-birth-weight infants. National Institute of Child Health and Human Development Neonatal Research Network. N Engl J Med 2001;344:95–101.
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