A Review of Quality Measures for Assessing the Impact of Antimicrobial Stewardship Programs in Hospitals

The growing problem of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) has led to calls for antimicrobial stewardship programs (ASP) to control antibiotic use in healthcare settings. Key strategies include prospective audit with feedback and intervention, and formulary restriction and preauthorization. Education, gu...

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Main Authors: Mary Richard Akpan, Raheelah Ahmad, Nada Atef Shebl, Diane Ashiru-Oredope
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2016-01-01
Series:Antibiotics
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2079-6382/5/1/5