Save Antipsychotics for Severe Delirium

June 2014

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Table of Contents

Cardiology Expect a Serum Creatinine Bump When Starting an ACEI or ARB in Kidney Disease
Antithrombotics Stick With Low-Molecular-Weight Heparin After Hip or Knee Replacement
Migraine Emphasize Lifestyle Changes to Prevent Migraines in Kids and Teens
Diabetes Consider Adding Insulin if Patients Are Already on 3 Diabetes Meds
Women's Health Avoid Paroxetine During Early Pregnancy
Women's Health Don't Always Advise Backup When Oral Contraceptive Doses Are Missed
Neurology & Pain Avoid Opioids for Fibromyalgia and Headaches
Med Safety Don't Recommend Pillboxes With Certain Meds
Respiratory & Allergy Consider Sublingual Immunotherapy When Allergy Meds Aren't Enough
Infectious Diseases Consider EYE Drops for Some Patients With Swimmer's Ear
E-Cigarettes Point Out Unique Risks of E-Cigarettes
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