Limit Broad-Spectrum Empiric Antibiotics for Inpatient CAP Treatment

December 2019

You'll see shifts in inpatient treatment of community-acquired pneumonia (CAP)...based on updated IDSA/Am Thoracic Soc guidelines.

Continue to rely on a beta-lactam, such as ceftriaxone, plus azithromycin for most floor or ICU patients with CAP.

Keep in mind that a respiratory quinolone, such as levofloxacin, is still an option. But try to limit use...due to quinolone risks.

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Table of Contents

Pneumonia Limit Broad-Spectrum Empiric Antibiotics for Inpatient CAP Treatment
Dermatology Be Ready to Expedite Treatment for Stevens-Johnson or Other Derm Emergencies
Gastroenterology Consider More Conservative Strategies When Treating Acute Diverticulitis
Venous Thromboembolism Avoid Rivaroxaban for VTE Prophylaxis in Medical Patients
Hemorrhage Don't Focus on the INR When Treating Acute Bleeding in Cirrhosis
E-Cigarettes Use a Hospital Visit to Help E-Cig Users Stop Vaping
Seizures Consider Intranasal Midazolam Over Rectal Diazepam for Acute Seizures
Diabetes Meds Think of Sulfonylureas as CV Neutral
Contraceptives Add Vaginal Contraceptive Rings to Your Presurgical Medication Review
New Generics Watch for Confusion Between NovoLog and Its New Generics