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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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Tuesday Jan 17, 2023
Stop prescribing Benadryl™ (S8 Ep. 54)
Tuesday Jan 17, 2023
Tuesday Jan 17, 2023
If you've been looking for a New Year's Resolution to make a real difference in your practice, stop prescribing diphenhydramine. Despite being a common over-the-counter medication, its potent anticholinergic side effects and sedation make it a poor choice for children. Review the common misuses for the drug and practical, evidence-based alternatives to help get diphenhydramine out of your prescribing practice in 2023.
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Brady, K.B. (2020). 'Benadryl challenge": What pediatricians need to know. AAP News. Retrieved from https://publications.aap.org/aapnews/news/6210/Benadryl-Challenge-What-pediatricians-need-to-know
Chehab, H., Fischer, P. R., & Christenson, J. C. (2021). Preparing Children for International Travel. Pediatrics in Review, 42(4), 189–202. https://doi.org/10.1542/pir.2018-0353
Ghossein N, Kang M, Lakhkar AD. Anticholinergic Medications. [Updated 2022 May 16]. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2022 Jan-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK555893/
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