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www.ahrq.gov/research/findings/studies/index.html?page=279
January 01, 2024 - The study recommends implementing antimicrobial stewardship programs to improve antimicrobial prescribing … Keywords: Antimicrobial Stewardship, Antibiotics, Medication, Healthcare-Associated Infections (HAIs
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/nhguide/TK3_T5_Minimum_Criteria_Nursing_Staff_Training.docx
October 01, 2016 - Slide 1
Nursing Home Antimicrobial Stewardship Guide
Determine Whether To Treat
Toolkit 3. … Slide 36
Nursing Home Antimicrobial Stewardship Guide
Determine Whether To Treat Toolkit 3/Tool 5
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www.ahrq.gov/antibiotic-use/long-term-care/four-moments/posters.html
June 01, 2021 - The Four Moments of Antibiotic Decision Making Posters
Posters can be reproduced for posting in common areas and work stations, and also can be shared with prescribing clinicians as well as residents and their family members.
The posters below are primarily intended for health care practitioners and nursing…
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www.ahrq.gov/antibiotic-use/long-term-care/improve/discuss-concerns.html
June 01, 2021 - Discussing Infectious Concerns About Residents
Effective communication may help residents and family members requesting antibiotics understand that there are potential risks associated with antibiotic use. Try using the DESC technique when conflicts develop with residents and/or their family members. Other po…
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www.ahrq.gov/antibiotic-use/long-term-care/safety/teamwork.html
June 01, 2021 - Improving Teamwork and Communication
After viewing or presenting this presentation, viewers will be able to—
Recognize the importance of seeking input from all team members when making antibiotic prescribing decisions.
Summarize how to use available AHRQ Safety Tools, such as SBAR ( S ituation; B ackg…
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/antibiotic-use/best-practices/VAP-slides.pptx
November 01, 2019 - Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) nasal screening to rule out MRSA pneumonia: a diagnostic meta-analysis with antimicrobial … stewardship implications.
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www.ahrq.gov/news/newsletters/e-newsletter/809.html
April 01, 2022 - clinical expertise in healthcare-associated infections, research, antimicrobial resistant bacteria and antibiotic … stewardship in health services research related to healthcare-associated infections.
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www.ahrq.gov/antibiotic-use/long-term-care/safety/improve-use.html
June 01, 2021 - Improving Antibiotic Use Is a Patient Safety Issue
After viewing or presenting this presentation viewers will be able to—
Discuss the potential harms associated with antibiotic use.
Recognize that patient harm is largely preventable.
Recognize that changes to the system, not just to the behavior of …
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www.ahrq.gov/research/findings/studies/index.html?page=106
January 01, 2024 - In healthcare settings, antibiotic stewardship (AS) and infection control interventions are effective … Clostridium difficile Infections, Healthcare-Associated Infections (HAIs), Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Antimicrobial … Stewardship, Antibiotics, Medication, Prevention
Ganguli I , Cui J , Thakore N Downstream
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www.ahrq.gov/research/findings/studies/index.html?page=389
January 01, 2024 - Keywords: Antimicrobial Stewardship, Healthcare-Associated Infections (HAIs), Prevention, Evidence-Based
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/antibiotic-use/best-practices/ASB-UTI-slides.pptx
November 01, 2019 - PowerPoint Presentation: Best Practices in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Asymptomatic Bacteriuria and Urinary Tract Infections
Best Practices in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Asymptomatic Bacteriuria and Urinary Tract Infections
Acute Care
AHRQ Safety Program for Improving Antibiotic Use
AHRQ Pub. No. 17(20)-0028-EF…
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www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/antibiotic-use/long-term-care/family-slides.pptx
June 01, 2021 - 27
Activities To Complete
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Activity, Stewardship Team Activity, Frontline Providers
Hold your Antibiotic … Stewardship Team meeting
Collect and analyze data using the Monthly Data Collection Form Review the
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www.ahrq.gov/news/newsletters/e-newsletter/934.html
October 01, 2024 - AHRQ Releases New MRSA Prevention Toolkit for Intensive and Non-Intensive Care Units
Issue Number
934
AHRQ News Now is a weekly newsletter that highlights agency research and program activities.
October 22, 2024
AHRQ Stats: In-Hospital Sepsis Costs by Hospital Type The average total hospital cost for se…
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www.ahrq.gov/research/findings/studies/index.html?page=407
January 01, 2024 - Keywords: Sepsis, Mortality, Guidelines, Antimicrobial Stewardship, Outcomes
Li JC , Silverberg … Keywords: Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), Critical Care, Antimicrobial Stewardship
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www.ahrq.gov/research/findings/studies/index.html?page=129
January 01, 2024 - Keywords: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Antibiotics, Antimicrobial Stewardship, Medication, Nursing … Keywords: Antimicrobial Stewardship, Antibiotics, Medication, Dental and Oral Health, Adverse Drug Events
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www.ahrq.gov/research/findings/studies/index.html?page=97
January 01, 2024 - Keywords: Antibiotics, Medication, Antimicrobial Stewardship
Santos T , Lindrooth RC … Keywords: Antibiotics, Antimicrobial Stewardship, Medication, Medicaid, Health Insurance
Misra-Hebert
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www.ahrq.gov/research/findings/studies/index.html?page=83
January 01, 2024 - Keywords: Antimicrobial Stewardship, Antibiotics, Medication, Inpatient Care
Goodman KE , Pineles … Keywords: Antibiotics, Antimicrobial Stewardship, Hospitals
Hogan PG , Parrish KL , Mork
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www.ahrq.gov/antibiotic-use/long-term-care/best-practices/penicillin.html
May 01, 2022 - Penicillin Allergies and Other Side Effects of Antibiotic Use
After viewing or presenting this presentation, viewers will be able to—
Discuss the diagnostic approach to a resident with a penicillin allergy.
Recognize how to conduct a detailed medication allergy history.
Review cross-reactivity between…
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www.ahrq.gov/research/findings/studies/index.html?page=250
January 01, 2024 - Keywords: Antimicrobial Stewardship, Antibiotics, Medication, Nursing Homes, Long-Term Care, Elderly
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www.ahrq.gov/research/findings/studies/index.html?page=368
January 01, 2024 - Keywords: Adverse Events, Antimicrobial Stewardship, Education: Patient and Caregiver, Ambulatory Care