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The Peds NP provides a practical approach to the application of evidence-based practice in pediatrics using a conversational commentary to help you apply the most current literature to your practice with children. The host is Becky Carson, DNP, APRN, CPNP-PC/AC. She is a dual-certified pediatric nurse practitioner in acute and primary care and faculty member at the Duke University School of Nursing in Durham, North Carolina. Through an approachable review of the literature, you can easily apply knowledge to clinical practice to improve outcomes in pediatric care. Disclaimers & Show Notes: www.thepedsnp.com
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Thursday Jul 15, 2021
Thursday Jul 15, 2021
Ten percent of Americans report an allergy to amoxicillin, yet most of these don't represent a true allergy. Today we discuss the types of drug allergies, how to determine if the allergy can be removed, and second line drugs for true PCN allergy with the goal of being outstanding stewards of antimicrobial stewardship.
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Chaudry, S.B., Veve, M.P., & Wagner, J.L. (2019). Cephalosporins: A focus on side chains and beta-lactam cross reactivity. Pharmacy, 7(3), p. 103. doi: 10.3390/pharmacy7030103
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Shenoy, E.S., Macy, E., Rowe, T., & Blumenthal, K.G. (2019). Evaluation and management of penicillin allergy: A review. JAMA, 321(2), p. 188-199. doi:10.1001/jama.2018.19283
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Vyles, D., Chiu, A., Routes, J., Castells, M., Phillips, E.J., Kibicho, J., & Brousseau, D.C. (2018). Antibiotic use after removal of penicillin allergy label. Pediatrics, 141(5), e20173466. doi: 10.1542/peds.2017-3466.
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