Tag: Aha guidelines

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What is the best antibiotic to treat endocarditis? A Comprehensive Guide

Oct 12, 2025 •

4 min read

Infective endocarditis has an annual incidence of 3 to 10 per 100,000 people and a high mortality rate, making treatment critical [1.7.1, 1.7.3]. The critical question is, what is the best antibiotic to treat endocarditis? The answer depends on several key factors.

Which pressor was removed from ACLS in 2015?

Oct 10, 2025 •

3 min read

In a significant effort to simplify the cardiac arrest algorithm, the 2015 American Heart Association (AHA) guidelines removed a key medication. The answer to **which pressor was removed from ACLS in 2015** is **vasopressin**.

Can We Give Atropine in Asystole? Understanding Current ACLS Guidelines

Oct 10, 2025 •

4 min read

While earlier protocols included its use, the American Heart Association (AHA) removed atropine from its Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) guidelines for managing asystole and Pulseless Electrical Activity (PEA) based on evidence showing no therapeutic benefit. Today, treatment focuses on high-quality cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and administering epinephrine.