Meeting
Abstract Number: 89
Hospital Medicine 2020, Virtual Competition
Background: Most drugs and active metabolites are eliminated through the kidneys and, if not carefully adjusted for the renal clearance, may have adverse effects. The purpose of the research study was to evaluate the impact that an electronic pharmacy alert system (Horizon Meds Manager) has on the incidence of inappropriate medication dosing for patients with […]
Abstract Number: 89
Hospital Medicine 2020, Virtual Competition
Background: It is estimated that 20% of patients who encounter the ED suffer from Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) . Hospitalists encounter many Alcohol Withdrawal admissions and are often tasked with providing short counseling sessions on AUD due to time restraints. Furthermore, up to 50% of of patents admitted for Alcohol withdrawal will be readmitted for […]