While we are not responding to specific comments in response to the RFI in this final rule with comment period, we will take this feedback into consideration for our future measure development efforts for the Hospital OQR, REHQR, and ASCQR Programs
Critically, it is also a life-saving antidote for cyanide poisoning in emergency settings
Several studies, such as this one, have reported significant pain with water-based injections, and little to no pain with those prepared in saline
Amidst efforts to get people vaccinated as quickly as possible, public health officials often overlook opportunities to make the experience more positive, says Taddio, who has developed an approach for reducing fear and promoting coping skills to improve the vaccination experience
All efficacy data comes from animal studies (primarily rats)
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