Consider Antibiotics as a Potential Cause of CNS Effects
It's often a surprise when antibiotics cause adverse CNS effects (confusion, delirium…
Deprescribe Multiple Anticholinergics in Older Populations
As a clinical pharmacist, expect increased focus on limiting anticholinergic medications …
Choosing IV Antihypertensives: Labetalol, Nicardipine, and More
You’ll get questions about selecting an IV antihypertensive. First, confirm the indicat…
How to Choose the Right Pressor for Septic Shock?
Overview When patients with septic shock fail to respond to norepinephrine, determini…
Titrating Infusions: Key Updates from The Joint Commission
As a critical care pharmacist, you will play a key role in ensuring that orders for titra…
Best Practices for Administering Beta-Lactams
Questions are coming up about using prolonged infusions of beta-lactam doses due to new i…
Optimize Medications for Patients Receiving ECMO
Overview As a critical care pharmacist, you will get questions about optimal medicatio…
Hepatorenal Syndrome Management
Overview Hepatorenal syndrome (HRS) is kidney dysfunction associated with decompe…
Consider Antipsychotics for Severe Delirium
As a critical care pharmacist, you'll see more focus on preventing and treating delir…
Hepatic Encephalopathy: A Practical Guide to Diagnosis and Treatment
Overview As a clinical pharmacist, you may be asked about managing hepatic encephalopat…
Beta Blocker Withdrawal: A Clinical Approach
As a clinical pharmacist, you’ll likely encounter concerns about beta blocker withdrawal,…
Manage Cardiogenic Shock Pharmacotherapy: A Guide for ICU Pharmacists
As a clinical pharmacist, you may frequently be consulted on the medications used in mana…
Guide Pharmacists to Manage Hyperkalemia in Heart Failure Patients
Overview Managing hyperkalemia (HK) in HF requires a structured approach based on ser…
Can Pharmacists Save the Day in Tumor Lysis Syndrome?
Overview As a clinical pharmacist, you play a critical role in managing tumor lysis syn…
Debunking Common Antimicrobial Myths
Overview As a clinical pharmacist, you possess the expertise to debunk common antimicro…
Hypernatremia Estimation and Treatment Strategies
Definition and clinical manifestations Hypernatremia is defined as a serum sodium…
Anticoagulation Guide for Managing PE and DVT in Critical Care
Overview As a critical care pharmacist, you'll often need to decide whether to sta…
Debunking Hyperkalemia Myths: What Clinicians Need to Know
Introduction to hyperkalemia Hyperkalemia is a life-threatening electrolyte disturbanc…
Do all ICU patients need Stress Ulcer Prophylaxis?
Introduction Patients who are admitted to ICU may suffer from Stress Ulceration, …