ASHPOfficial is the premier podcast of ASHP and the collective voice of our 50,000 members in health-system pharmacy. Through interviews and discussions with pharmacy thought leaders, ASHPOfficial will explore issues related to public health, medication use, and supporting the professional practice of pharmacists in hospitals, health systems, ambulatory clinics, and other settings. To learn more about ASHP, please visit ashp.org.
Episodes
Friday Jul 28, 2023
Friday Jul 28, 2023
Acute agitation, particularly in patients with schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, occurs frequently, resulting in multiple visits to the emergency department each year. The management of acute agitation occurs in various departments throughout the hospital and health system. This educational activity will discuss currently recommended patient-centered approaches to care, which includes both nonpharmacologic and pharmacologic treatments. Guideline-recommended approaches that improve the patient experience as well as improve future interactions between patients and healthcare professionals will also be discussed.
The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.