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A Review Of The Clinical And Cost Effectiveness Of Intravenous And Intramuscular Pharmacological Treatment On Acute Agitation In Patients Admitted To The Emergency Department, Ryan Ferris, Carol Keller

Providence Pharmacy PGY1 Program at Providence Milwaukie and Providence Newberg Medical Centers 2022

No abstract provided.

Evaluation And Implementation Of A New Phenobarbital Protocol For Alcohol Withdrawal Management In The Emergency Department, Sarah J. Kim, Sara Clark, Joshua L. Floyd

Providence Pharmacy PGY1 Program at Providence Portland and Providence St. Vincent Medical Centers 2021

Background

• Alcohol withdrawal syndrome can lead to substantial health care costs and mortality. • Although historically benzodiazepines (BZDs) are considered the mainstay treatment for alcohol withdrawal, some studies have shown that phenobarbital may be the safer and preferred alternative option. • Advantages of phenobarbital are its mechanism of action, more predictable pharmacokinetics, and greater therapeutic index. • A prospective study by Rosenson et al. 2012 found that a single 10 mg/kg IV dose of phenobarbital versus standardized lorazepam protocol resulted in decreased ICU admissions (8% vs. 25%). • A retrospective study by Tidewell et al. 2018 demonstrated shorter hospital …

An Evaluation Of The Use Of Tranexamic Acid In The Treatment Of Bradykinin-Mediated Angioedema In The Emergency Department, Sarah Yb Kim, Carol Keller

Providence Pharmacy PGY1 Program at Providence Milwaukie and Providence Newberg Medical Centers 2021

Background

Bradykinin mediated angioedema is an overarching term that includes idiopathic angioedema, angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor (ACEi) induced angioedema and hereditary angioedema (HAE). •This is an emergent condition that must be treated with the utmost urgency due to the fatal outcomes associated with the rapid constriction of the throat. •Bradykinin mediated angioedema is treated differently from histamine associated angioedema due to its resistance to corticosteroids and antihistamines. •HAE and ACEi induced angioedema are treated similarly but there is a lack of unanimity in the first line pharmacologic treatment. •Current treatment options include fresh frozen plasma, bradykinin-2 receptor antagonists, plasma-kallikrein inhibitors …

Medication And Pharmacy-Related Outcomes As Part Of The Seniors At Risk For Falls After Emergency Room Visit (Safer) Project, Hyesoo Chae, Sharon Leigh, Colleen M Casey

Providence Pharmacy PGY1 Program at Providence Portland and Providence St. Vincent Medical Centers 2021

Background

The United States is comprised of an aging population; adults over the age of 85 are the fastest-growing age group in the United States and will reach approximately 9 million in 2030.1 25% of patients ≥ 65 years old in the United States report falling each year.1 There are over 3 million emergency department visits related to falls in the United States, totaling approximately 50 billion dollars in total medical expenditures.2 Falls are a major threat for older adults as they can lead to increased risk of further injury, loss of independence, decreased mobility, and premature death.1,2 Despite numerous …

Pharmacists Improve Door To Needle Times In The Emergency Department, Kevin Phan, Megan Degener

Books, Presentations, Posters, Etc.

No abstract provided.