Adult/Peds: Adult
Keywords: The purpose of this protocol is to describe the process whereby a pharmacist recommends targeted antibiotic therapy for Gram-positive bacteremia based on rapid laboratory testing.
Organism: Bacteria
Keywords: VRE, vancomycin resistant, enterococcus, e.faecalis, e.faecium, daptomycin, Enterococcus
Keywords: Being labeled with a penicillin (PCN) allergy can lead to several negative health outcomes for patients; however, improving documentation of PCN allergies in the electronic medical record can mitigate some of this risk. This guideline provides an overview of the mechanism of penicillin allergy and cross- reactivity between beta-lactams. It also provides guidance for inpatient pharmacists on how to assess, risk-stratify, document the past reaction, and provide recommendations for antibiotic use in the setting of a penicillin allergy.
Adult/Peds: Pediatric*
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Adult/Peds: Pediatric*
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Adult/Peds: Pediatric*
Keywords: This guidance is for use at UNC Children’s Hospital. Only the conditions specifically addressed are included. This document is intended for patients evaluated in the Emergency Department or Urgent Care and discharge home is planned. For dosing recommendations, we recommend using Lexi-Comp or consulting with Pharmacy or Pediatric Infectious Diseases as necessary.
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