RCT (n=653)
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The Research Paper of the Year (RPY), awarded by the Royal College of General Practitioners (RCGP), gives recognition to an individual or group of researchers who have undertaken and published an exceptional piece of research relating to general practice or primary care.The three categories are: Clinical Research; Health Services Research (including Implementation and Public Health); and Medical Education with relevance to primary care.Papers are scored on the criteria of originality, impact, contribution to the reputation of general practice, scientific approach, and presentation.
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Carolyn Chew‐Graham (2020) conducted an RCT in acute exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) (n=653). C-reactive protein finger-prick blood test was evaluated on antibiotic use for COPD flare-ups.
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