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Evaluating Antipsychotic Prescribing In The Intensive Care Unit And Across The Continuum Of Care, Michael Pasqualicchio, Heidi Clarke
Evaluating Antipsychotic Prescribing In The Intensive Care Unit And Across The Continuum Of Care, Michael Pasqualicchio, Heidi Clarke
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Purpose/Background: The 2018 Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Prevention and Management of Pain, Agitation/Sedation, Delirium, Immobility, and Sleep Disruption in Adult Patients in the ICU (PADIS) recommend against both typical and atypical antipsychotic use for delirium in critically ill patients. This recommendation is based on evidence showing that these medications are not associated with shorter durations of delirium, mechanical ventilation, intensive care unit (ICU) length of stay, or reduced mortality. There are many long term complications associated with the use of antipsychotics including QTc prolongation, extrapyramidal symptoms, metabolic abnormalities, and anticholinergic effects. Regardless, antipsychotics remain the most common medication used …
Association Of Lowering Low-Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol With Contemporary Lipid-Lowering Therapies And Risk Of Diabetes Mellitus: A Systematic Review And Meta-Analysis, Victor Okunrintemi
Association Of Lowering Low-Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol With Contemporary Lipid-Lowering Therapies And Risk Of Diabetes Mellitus: A Systematic Review And Meta-Analysis, Victor Okunrintemi
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Update On Anticoagulation Agents And Reversals, Carolyn Ruiz
Update On Anticoagulation Agents And Reversals, Carolyn Ruiz
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Abuse And Misuse Of Stimulants For Adhd, Rita Chamoun
Abuse And Misuse Of Stimulants For Adhd, Rita Chamoun
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