American journal of health-system pharmacy : AJHP : official journal of the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists
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Am J Health Syst Pharm · Apr 2014
Residency scramble: program directors' experiences with the Pharmacy Online Residency Centralized Application Service.
Residency program directors' perceptions of the scramble process in 2013 using the Pharmacy Online Residency Centralized Application Service (PhORCAS) were evaluated. ⋯ Residency program directors found that the use of PhORCAS and guidelines from the ASHP Commission on Credentialing improved the scramble process and facilitated the filling of unmatched residency positions.
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Am J Health Syst Pharm · Mar 2014
Randomized Controlled TrialCost-minimization analysis of two fluid products for resuscitation of critically injured trauma patients.
Results of a study to determine potential cost benefits of substituting an alternative electrolyte solution for 0.9% sodium chloride injection for the initial fluid resuscitation of trauma patients are presented. ⋯ Substitution of Plasma-Lyte A for 0.9% sodium chloride injection for fluid resuscitation during the first 24 hours after traumatic injury was associated with decreased magnesium replacement requirements and a net cost benefit to the institution.
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Am J Health Syst Pharm · Mar 2014
ReviewAdditives to local anesthetics for peripheral nerve blocks: Evidence, limitations, and recommendations.
The therapeutic rationale, clinical effectiveness, and potential adverse effects of medications used in combination with local anesthetics for peripheral nerve block therapy are reviewed. ⋯ Some additives to local anesthetics can hasten the onset of nerve block, prolong block duration, or reduce toxicity. On the other hand, poorly selected or unnecessary additives may not have the desired effect and may even expose patients to unnecessary risks.