Statins for STEMI in the Emergency Department
Introduction Pharmacology Atorvastatin Rosuvastatin Dose 80 mg orally once daily 40 mg orally once daily Administration Oral Oral PK/PD Onset: 3-5 days for LDL…
Tranexamic Acid in Trauma by Jordan Spurling
Introduction Pharmacology Tranexamic Acid Dose Loading dose: 1 g over 10 minutes started within 3 hours of injury2 gram via slow IV Push* …
How to Fail the BCEMP Exam
The Board Certified Emergency Medicine Pharmacotherapy (BCEMP) exam, offered by the Board of Pharmacy Specialties, represents a significant milestone for healthcare professionals specializing in emergency…
PROPHY-VAP Trial
The PROPHY-VAP trial showed that a single dose of ceftriaxone can significantly reduce early-onset VAP in mechanically ventilated brain-injured patien…
Piperacillin-tazobactam plus Vancomycin and Acute Kidney Injury by Caroline Rosario
Introduction Pharmacology Vancomycin Piperacillin-tazobactam4 Dose Depends on infection and PK/PD target General dosing for systemic infections: IV 15-20 mg/kg IV Q8-12H for systemic infections…
Seizure Prophylaxis in Traumatic Brain Injury by Jordan Spurling
Introduction Pharmacology Phenytoin Valproic Acid Levetiracetam Lacosamide Dose Loading dose: 17 to 20 mg/kg IV (max dose 2 g) Maintenance dose: 100 mg…
Penicillin Allergy Cross Reactivity
Introduction Pharmacology Group 1 Group 2 Group 3 Group 4 PenicillinCefoxitinCefuroxime AmoxicillinAmpicillinCefaclorCephalexinCefadroxil CeftriaxoneCefotaximeCefuroximeCefepimeCefpodoxime Ceftaroline AztreonamCeftolazane Ceftazidime Overview of Evidence Author Design Intervention & Comparison Outcome…
Corticosteroids in Sepsis by Marissa Marks, PharmD
Introduction Pharmacology Hydrocortisone Methylprednisolone Fludrocortisone Dose IV: 50 mg Q6H or 100 mg Q8H x 5-7 days IV (succinate): 40 to 125 mg/day (maximum…
Ketamine for Treatment of Acute Agitation
Introduction Ketamine is a sedative used for patients with extreme/refractory undifferentiated agitation Indications for utilizing ketamine for emergent sedation of agitated patients include Patient poses…
PPIs for the Management of Upper GI Bleed
Introduction Upper GI bleed (UGIB) is a common reason for ED visits with a major cause of morbidity, mortality and medical care costs. Peptic ulcer…
Single-Dose Aminoglycosides for UTIs
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Hypertonic Saline Versus Mannitol for ICP Reduction
Introduction Elevated intracranial pressure (ICP) is caused by excess volume in the cerebral spaces, which causes a reduction in the cerebral perfusion pressure and…
10 Things You Can Do If You Don’t Match for a Pharmacy Residency Program
As pharmacy residency application season comes to a close, it’s time to take a deep breath and reflect on the experience. Regardless of the outcome,…
Beyond Residency Applications: How to Focus on Self-Improvement and Growth
As pharmacy residency application season comes to a close, it’s time to take a deep breath and reflect on the experience. Regardless of the outcome,…
Management of Hypertensive Emergency
Introduction Hypertensive emergency is characterized by systolic blood pressure (SBP) > 180 mmHg or diastolic blood pressure (DBP) > 120 mmHg with evidence of target…
Fibrinolytics for STEMI
Introduction Percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) is the preferred reperfusion strategy during a cardiac arrest; thrombolytic therapy is an option without PCI capability, followed by transfer…
Procainamide for Wide Complex Tachycardia
Introduction Ventricular tachycardia (VT) is an uncommon but dangerous medical condition, with an extremely variable clinical presentation. Intravenous procainamide is guideline recommended and is the…
Push Dose Vasopressors
Patient Case The team gets a call that there is a 75 year old male that triggered a sepsis alert in route with EMS…
Sodium Bicarbonate in Cardiac Arrest
Introduction Out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) remains a leading cause of mortality and a substantial issue of public health concern worldwide. Sodium bicarbonate (SB) administration has…
How Space Learning helps you pass board certification exams
Unleash the Power of Spaced Repetition for Pharmacist Board Certification Exams Outline Introduction A. What is Spaced Repetition? B. Benefits of Spaced Repetition for Pharmacist…
How the BCEMP Test is Administered and What Is On It?
Preparing for the BCEMP Exam: What You Need to Know about the Exam 1. Introduction 2. Overview of the BCEMP Exam 3. Over of Domains…
The Best Practices for Passing the Pharmacy Board Certification Exam
I. Introduction II. Review the Topics Covered by the Exam III. Decide Which Study Materials to Use IV. Create a Study Plan or Schedule V.…
What are the Pass rates for BPS Exams?
Uncovering the Success Rates of Board Certification Exams for Specialty Pharmacists Are you considering a career in specialty pharmacy? If so, it is important to…
Anaphylaxis 2
Table of contents Anaphylaxis: 2020 Practice Parameter Update AI Assistant Executive Summary 1. Definition and Diagnosis 2. Acute Management 3. Long-term Management 4. Special Considerations…