To Dose or Not to Dose?
Prescribing low-dose aspirin for preventing secondary cardiovascular disease is well established, but its safety and efficacy in primary prevention remains open to debate.
Reading Blood Pressure
New blood pressure guidelines lower the acceptable blood pressure threshold that defines hypertension and the risk of heart attack and stroke.
Pain, Agitation, and Delirium: A Review of Pertinent Guideline Updates for Pharmacists
Treating pain can help decrease agitation, while limiting sedation can help prevent delirium within the ICU.
Prescribed Opioids Raise Pneumonia Risk
Opioid-related research developments of interest to pharmacists. Opioids Often Overprescribed for Elbow Fractures in Children
Opioid-related research developments of interest to pharmacists.
Acute Cough—Does Anything Help?
Cough is a common complaint for which many patients will seek medical care.
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