Antimicrobial Stewardship in Rhode Island Long-Term Care Facilities: Current Standings and Future Opportunities

作者:Morrill Haley J; Mermel Leonard A; Baier Rosa R; Alexander Scott Nicole; Dosa David; Kavoosifar Sara; Reece Rebecca; LaPlante Kerry L*
来源:Infection Control and Hospital Epidemiology, 2016, 37(8): 979-982.
DOI:10.1017/ice.2016.99

摘要

Our survey of antimicrobial stewardship practices among Rhode Island long-term care facilities demonstrated opportunities to develop formal programs. Results suggest infection preventionists are largely responsible for ensuring appropriate antibiotic use in long-term care facilities and there is a need for increased interdisciplinary access to individuals with antimicrobial stewardship expertise.

  • 出版日期2016-8