ASHP is the largest association of pharmacy professionals in the United States, representing over 65,000 pharmacists, student pharmacists, and pharmacy technicians in all patient care settings, including hospitals, ambulatory clinics, and health-system community pharmacies. For over 80 years, ASHP has championed innovation in pharmacy practice, advanced education and professional development, and served as a steadfast advocate for members and patients. In addition, ASHP is an accrediting body for pharmacy residency and technician training programs, and provides comprehensive resources to support pharmacy professionals through every stage of their careers.
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Wednesday May 12, 2021
Wednesday May 12, 2021
Pharmacists have a role in managing anticoagulant therapy in acutely ill hospitalized patients at risk for VTE, including protocol development and research, identifying unmet need and the value of prophylaxis in medically ill patients, and implementing practical DVT and PE prevention strategies. Consensus guidelines (e.g., COVID-19 ISTH 2020, COVID-19 ACC) have provided some guidance for COVID-19 infection and the connection to deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism.
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