Antimicrobial Stewardship in Non-Traditional Settings: A Practical Guide

Name: Antimicrobial Stewardship in Non-Traditional Settings: A Practical Guide
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Antimicrobial Stewardship in Non-Traditional Settings: A Practical Guide

By Shira Doron, Maureen Campion
The evolution of Antimicrobial Resistance is outpacing the ability to create novel antibiotics, which is proving to be a global problem in the fact of climate change, population growth, demographic shifts toward aging populations, emerging infections, and other crises. Therefore, clinicians are forced to use the existing antimicrobials more responsibly to preserve their longevity for generations to come. In a parallel vein, there has been a recent regulatory acknowledgement of the importance of prudent antimicrobial prescribing, mandating the implementation of Antimicrobial Stewardship across all healthcare settings. This is harder to manage in a non-traditional setting, which include long-term care facilities, outpatient care clinics, urgent care centers, and others. Given the trends in patient care in these settings―particularly where the aging community is concerned―this is proving to be a growing problem. This is troublesome even for spaces that have university and large hospital affiliations.

By Shira Doron, Maureen Campion
The evolution of Antimicrobial Resistance is a pressing global issue. With the rise of climate change, population growth, and demographic shifts towards aging populations, the need for effective antibiotics has never been greater. Unfortunately, the development of new antibiotics is not keeping pace with the emergence of antibiotic resistance, leading to a critical problem in healthcare systems worldwide.

In response to this challenge, clinicians are being compelled to use existing antimicrobials more responsibly to preserve their effectiveness for future generations. This practice is known as Antimicrobial Stewardship and it has gained significant regulatory support across all healthcare settings. However, implementing Antimicrobial Stewardship in non-traditional settings such as long-term care facilities, outpatient clinics, and urgent care centers brings unique challenges and often requires tailored strategies.

This is where the book “Antimicrobial Stewardship in Non-Traditional Healthcare Settings” comes in. Written by Shira Doron and Maureen Campion, this comprehensive guide aims to provide valuable insights into the principles, practices, and outcomes of Antimicrobial Stewardship Programs in non-traditional healthcare settings. By reading this book, healthcare professionals in non-traditional settings can gain a deep understanding of Antimicrobial Stewardship and learn how to implement effective strategies to improve patient care.

The authors start by discussing the importance of Antimicrobial Stewardship in non-traditional settings, shedding light on the unique needs and challenges faced by these healthcare environments. They then delve into specific settings such as long-term care facilities, outpatient clinics, and emergency departments, providing practical guidance on implementing Antimicrobial Stewardship Programs in these contexts. Additionally, the book covers special topics including veterinary medicine, HIV, oncology, immunocompromised patients, pediatrics, neonates, transplant, and critical care patients, allowing readers to gain a comprehensive understanding of Antimicrobial Stewardship tailored to diverse patient populations.

Doron and Campion bring their expertise and experience to the table, offering evidence-based guidelines and best practices to help non-traditional healthcare settings navigate the challenges of Antimicrobial Stewardship. By reading this book, healthcare professionals can gain knowledge and insights that will empower them to make informed decisions and take effective actions in preserving the effectiveness of antimicrobials in these settings.

What sets this book apart is its focus on non-traditional healthcare settings, which have often been overlooked in existing literature on Antimicrobial Stewardship. As the authors rightly point out, the aging community requires increased attention in these settings, making the implementation of Antimicrobial Stewardship even more critical. The book addresses the unique challenges faced by non-traditional settings and offers practical solutions to improve antimicrobial prescribing practices, ensuring better patient care and outcomes.

Whether you are a healthcare professional working in a long-term care facility, outpatient clinic, or urgent care center, “Antimicrobial Stewardship in Non-Traditional Healthcare Settings” is an invaluable resource that will equip you with the knowledge and tools needed to implement effective Antimicrobial Stewardship Programs. By following the guidelines and best practices outlined in this book, you can confidently contribute to the preservation of antimicrobial effectiveness and positively impact patient care.

Order your copy of “Antimicrobial Stewardship in Non-Traditional Healthcare Settings” today and join the global movement to combat Antimicrobial Resistance. Together, we can make a difference in the fight against this urgent global health challenge.