Antimicrobial stewardship program
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Background
- Program to ensure that antimicrobials are used appropriately, in order to improve patient outcomes
Core Elements
- Senior hospital management leadership towards antimicrobial stewardship
- Accountability and responsibilities
- Available expertise on infection management
- Education and practical training
- Other actions aiming at responsible antimicrobial use
- Monitoring and surveillance
- Reporting and feedback
