Management of cough in Canadian primary care and specialty practices: A survey of current knowledge of clinicians and allied health professionals

Cough is one of the most common causes for medical consultation. However, we do not know whether its management is optimal in Canada. Although guidelines are available, awareness of these and implementation of their recommendations are uncertain. The objective of this research was to evaluate the diagnostic approach and management of cough, as well as knowledge of cough guidelines in Canada. A cross-sectional online survey of general …