Antimicrobial Stewardship

Download or read book Antimicrobial Stewardship written by Kerry LaPlante and published by CABI. This book was released on 2016-12-23 with total page 451 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In an age where antimicrobial resistance amongst pathogens grows more prevalent, particularly in the hospital setting, antimicrobial stewardship is an evidence-based, proven measure in the battle against resistance and infection. This single comprehensive, definitive reference work is written by an international team of acknowledged experts in the field. The authors explore the effective use of coordinated antimicrobial interventions to change prescribing practice and help slow the emergence of antimicrobial resistance, ensuring that antimicrobials remain an effective treatment for infection. Amongst the first of its kind, this book provides infectious disease physicians, administrators, laboratory, pharmacy, nursing and medical staff with practical guidance in setting up antimicrobial stewardship programs in their institutions with the aim of selecting the optimal antimicrobial drug regimen, dose, duration of therapy, and route of administration.

Download or read book Antimicrobial Stewardship written by Matthew Laundy and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2016 with total page 177 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Antibiotic resistance threatens the effective prevention and treatment of infections. Antimicrobial Stewardship provides a practical guide on this growing area, supported by the review of the available evidence, including example case studies.

Download or read book Antimicrobial Stewardship written by Céline Pulcini and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2017-04-05 with total page 396 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Antimicrobial Stewardship (AMS), Volume Two includes the experience of ESGAP workshops and courses on antibiotic stewardship since 2012. It combines clinical and laboratory information about AMS, with a focus on human medicine. The ESCMID study group on antibiotic policies (ESGAP) is one of the most productive groups in the field, organizing courses and workshops. This book is an ideal tool for the participants of these workshops. With short chapters (around 1500 words) written on different topics, the authors insisted on the following points: A 'hands on', practical approach, tips to increase success, a description of the most common mistakes, a global picture (out- and inpatient settings, all countries) and a short list of 10-20 landmark references. - Focuses on the most recent antimicrobial stewardship strategies - Provides a detailed description of laboratory support - Offers a balanced synthesis of basic and clinical sciences for each individual case, presenting clinical courses of the cases in parallel with the pathogenesis and detailed microbiological information for each infection - Describes the prevalence and incidence of the global issues and current therapeutic approaches - Presents the measures for infection control

Download or read book The Pharmacist's Guide to Antimicrobial Therapy and Stewardship written by Sarah M. Wieczorkiewicz and published by ASHP. This book was released on 2015-12-15 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When a patient comes in with a suspected infectious disease, knowledge is power. Now this knowledge is simplified, comprehensive and easy to find. The Pharmacist's Guide to Antimicrobial Therapy and Stewardship puts all the necessary information in one place, including: Evaluating potentially infected patients Identifying the infection's suspected source and related organisms Comparing the range of anti-infectives Knowing the factors that impact treatment Developing an antimicrobial stewardship program A step-wise approach walks logically from overall key concepts to disease- and drug-specific information. Disease states are summarized for easy reference. Tables make it easy to evaluate recommended treatment options. In infectious disease management, when answers are seldom black and white, this guide helps pharmacists make confident decisions.

Download or read book Practical Implementation of an Antibiotic Stewardship Program written by Tamar F. Barlam and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2018-04-26 with total page 343 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This practical reference guide from experts in the field details why and how to establish successful antibiotic stewardship programs.

Download or read book Sanford Guide to Antimicrobial Therapy 2003 written by David N Gilbert, Ed. and published by Antimicrobial Therapy. This book was released on 2004-04-15 with total page 156 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Antimicrobial Resistance in Bacteria from Livestock and Companion Animals written by Stefan Schwarz and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2020-07-02 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The global spread of antimicrobial-resistant pathogenic bacteria is a continuing challenge to the health care of humans and domesticated animals. With no new agents on the horizon, it is imperative to use antimicrobial agents wisely to preserve their future efficacy. Led by Editors Stefan Schwarz, Lina Maria Cavaco, and Jianzhong Shen with Frank Møller Aarestrup, an international team of experts in antimicrobial resistance of livestock and companion animals has created this valuable reference for veterinary students and practitioners as well as researchers and decision makers interested in understanding and preventing antimicrobial resistance.