What Strategies Can Be Implemented in Healthcare Settings?
Several strategies can be implemented in healthcare settings to promote prudent use of antimicrobials:
- Antimicrobial Stewardship Programs (ASPs): Establishing ASPs in hospitals and clinics to oversee and guide antimicrobial prescribing practices. - Infection Prevention and Control (IPC): Strengthening IPC measures to reduce the incidence of infections and the subsequent need for antimicrobials. - Surveillance: Implementing robust surveillance systems to track antimicrobial use and resistance patterns.
