In this episode I’ll: 1. Discuss an article about stress ulcer prophylaxis in the ICU. 2. Answer the drug information question “How long is the duration of chest wall rigidity from fentanyl?” Subscribe on iTunes, Android, or Stitcher Article Pantoprazole in Patients at Risk for Gastrointestinal Bleeding in the ICU Lead author: Mette Krag Published […]

In this episode, I’ll discuss the format I use to write a pharmacy progress note. Subscribe on iTunes, Android, or Stitcher First I’ll talk about the format I do not use, and that is the SOAP note format. SOAP notes are usually “overkill” and result in a lengthy note with lots of copy- pasting of […]

In this episode, I’ll discuss using basal insulin in the treatment of diabetic ketoacidosis. Subscribe on iTunes, Android, or Stitcher The length of ICU stay for a patient with diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is prolonged by the amount of time it takes to transition the patient from IV to subcutaneous insulin. Long-acting insulins can have a […]

In this episode, I’ll discuss what I think is the best way to memorize pharmacology. Subscribe on iTunes, Android, or Stitcher Have you ever noticed a clinician that seems to always have the ability to apply their knowledge to any patient scenario, no matter how complex? I believe any pharmacist can achieve that ability by […]

In this episode, I’ll discuss what to do about serum calcium during a massive transfusion. You can get my 6 tips for pharmacists responding to codes in my free download area at pharmacyjoe.com/free. It’s download #16 on the list. If you like this post, check out my book – A Pharmacist’s Guide to Inpatient Medical Emergencies: […]

In this episode I’ll: Discuss an article about de-escalating anti-MRSA therapy in culture-negative nosocomial pneumonia. Answer the drug information question “Should low serum calcium be replaced by protocol in the ICU?” Share a tip for responding to inpatient medical emergencies. Subscribe on iTunes, Android, or Stitcher Article Outcomes associated with de-escalating anti-MRSA therapy in culture-negative […]

In this episode, I’ll discuss medication-related causes of green urine. Evidence found at this link. For a copy of the guidelines I use for journal club with pharmacy students go to my free download area at pharmacyjoe.com/free. It’s download #5 on the list. If you like this post, check out my book – A Pharmacist’s Guide […]

In this episode, I’ll discuss medication-related causes of elevated serum lactate. Subscribe on iTunes, Android, or Stitcher Lactate levels are frequently evaluated in critically ill patients. Tissue hypoperfusion is most commonly identified as a cause of elevated lactate. However, when tissue hypoperfusion is ruled out as a cause of elevated lactate, medication-induced causes should be […]

In this episode, I’ll discuss when double anaerobic coverage makes sense. To get a free pdf of my visual critical care antibiotic guide to help you easily remember spectrum of activity, go to pharmacyjoe.com/abx If you like this post, check out my book – A Pharmacist’s Guide to Inpatient Medical Emergencies: How to respond to code […]

In this episode I’ll: 1. Discuss an article about inhaled tranexamic acid for hemoptysis. 2. Answer the drug information question “Can milrinone be used in patients on CRRT?” 3. Share a tip for responding to inpatient medical emergencies. Subscribe on iTunes, Android, or Stitcher Article Inhaled Tranexamic Acid for Hemoptysis Treatment Lead author: Ori Wand […]

In this episode, I’ll discuss what to expect when calling poison control to discuss a toxicology case. Evidence at this link. Members of my Hospital Pharmacy Academy have access to a training video on recognizing toxidromes and general overdose management.  To sign up to access this and over 50 other in-depth hospital pharmacy training videos […]