Core Elements of Antibiotic Stewardship for Nursing Homes

Antibiotic stewardship refers to a set of commitments and actions designed to “optimize the treatment of infections while reducing the adverse events associated with antibiotic use.” The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that all nursing homes take steps to improve antibiotic prescribing practices and outlined practical ways to initiate or expand antibiotic stewardship activities in nursing homes.

See: Core Elements of Antibiotic Stewardship for Nursing Homes