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NEW at NCCID
WEBINAR
Antimicrobial Stewardship in Long Term / Elder Care: The Case To Act
This March 9, 2017 webinar was developed for senior leaders, decision makers and innovators in long term care—administrators, medical directors, directors of care, or program managers—in provincial, private or voluntary sector organizations. Leads were asked to invite key staff who implement antimicrobial stewardship programs (e.g. infection prevention and control specialists, or nurse practitioners). An archived version of this webinar is now available for viewing.
LINKS
Resources for AMU in long term care
Studies have shown that 40-75% of the antibiotic courses prescribed in long term care (LTC) facilities are unnecessary or inappropriate, leading to significant risks from antibiotic overuse. Antimicrobial stewardship in LTC facilities involves setting commitments and actions to optimize antibiotic therapy while minimizing the emergence of antibiotic resistance and other adverse effects. NCCID links to materials produced by various organizations to promote AMS in LTC facilities, including steps for implementation and evidence based guidelines for clinical assessments and treatment.
RESOURCE
Prescription Pads
To be used with patients (adults and children) who have a suspected viral infection. Provides information about symptomatic relief for infections and indicates when patients should consider a return visit.
Order free printed copies of the prescription pads.
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