It’s 8 a.m. and the hospital is starting the day in a tough position. There are 15 patients boarding in the emergency department (ED), two patients who can be downgraded from the intensive care unit, ...

Clinical question: Is the sodium correction rate in severe hyponatremia associated with mortality and length of stay? Background: Hyponatremia is commonly encountered in the hospital, with high levels ...

Clinical question: Does finerenone improve outcomes in patients with heart failure (HF) with mildly reduced or preserved ejection fraction? Background: Steroidal mineralocorticoid receptor antagonists ...

Clinical question: Does acetazolamide enhance loop diuretic effect in patients with acute decompensated heart failure (ADHF) and how does this combination affect renal function? Background: Nearly 50% ...

The third annual HM Voices National Hospitalist Day Contest is now accepting submissions. HM Voices is The Hospitalist’s online section where SHM members can unleash their creativity. We showcase ...

Clinical question: Does empagliflozin improve cardiovascular outcomes in patients who have had an acute myocardial infarction? Background: Studies have shown that empagliflozin improves cardiovascular ...

Clinical question: Does treatment with semaglutide in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and diabetes mellitus (DM) type II reduce the risk of kidney failure, progression of chronic kidney ...

Many hospitalists regularly work with medical trainees—medical students, interns, and upper-level residents—and teaching, overseeing, and evaluating these trainees is an important aspect of the job.

Clinical question: Is there a difference in clinical factors and outcomes among patients with new-onset encephalitis based on whether their initial cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) studies demonstrate the ...

Clinical question: Does acetazolamide enhance loop diuretic effect in patients with acute decompensated heart failure (ADHF) and how does this combination affect renal function? Background: Nearly ...

Clinical question: What is the effectiveness and safety of apixaban, rivaroxaban, and warfarin in patients with cirrhosis and atrial fibrillation? Background: The use of direct oral anticoagulants for ...

Clinical question: Does gabapentinoid use increase the risk of severe exacerbation in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)? Background: Gabapentinoids are indicated for the ...