Chest X-Rays Prior to Placement in Long-Term Care Facilities: Clinical Utility and Guidelines


( Last Updated : December 7, 2017)
Project Status:
Completed
Project Line:
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Project Number:
RA0942-000

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Question


  1. What is the clinical utility of chest x-rays for the assessment of illness prior to adults being placed in long-term care facilities?

  2. What are the evidence-based guidelines associated with assessments for illness prior to adults being placed in long-term care facilities?


Key Message

One evidence-based guideline was identified regarding assessments for illness prior to adults being placed in long-term care facilities.