Impact of Stress Ulcer Prophylaxis Discontinuation Guidance in Mechanically Ventilated, Critically Ill Patients: A Pre-Post Cohort Study.

Christopher A JonesKevin D BetthauserBryan D LizzaPaul A JuangScott T MicekMarin H Kollef

Published in: Hospital pharmacy (2021)

Implementation of an early SUP discontinuation guideline was associated with significant improvements in SUP prescribing practices. Baseline differences between groups likely explain observed differences in clinical outcomes.

Keyphrases

primary care
healthcare
intensive care unit
acute respiratory distress syndrome
stress induced
quality improvement
adverse drug
heat stress