Antimicrobial Stewardship
For this month's WoundSource Practice Accelerator series, we are providing education on a variety of topics related to antimicrobial stewardship in wound care. Scroll below to read this month's white paper and articles, to print out our quick fact sheet, and to sign up for this month's webinar.
White Paper
Five Key Antimicrobial Stewardship Tips for Wound Care Professionals
Antimicrobial resistance is a growing public health threat, and mortality related to antibiotic-resistant infections is projected to surge worldwide by 2050. Antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) programs are increasingly implemented in facilities to combat antimicrobial resistance and prevent the overprescription of antibiotics. This evidence-based Practice Accelerator white paper outlines the scope of antimicrobial resistance and offers a practical AMS strategy for health care facilities. The gui...Fact Sheet
Quick Facts – Antimicrobial Stewardship
Inappropriate or unnecessary antibiotic use has led to antibiotic resistance. However, the implementation of sound antimicrobial stewardship programs can prevent the overuse of antimicrobials and help mitigate this global problem. Infection prevention is a crucial component of antimicrobial stewardship, but some wounds do become infected despite appropriate care. Wound cleansing and debridement are commonly used to manage bioburden, and culture-guided antibiotic therapy may be needed in patients...Featured Articles
Understanding the Evolution of Antimicrobial Resistance
Antibiotics have been a source of increasing concern and subsequent regulation among providers, especially those within wound care. Antimicrobial stewardship has been emphasized within the medical system in recent years as antibiotic-resistant organisms have increased globally and among at-risk pati...
Read MoreAntibiotic Time-Outs: Strategies for Reducing Incidences of Antimicrobial Resistance
Antibiotics have been a source of increasing concern and subsequent regulation among providers, especially those within wound care. Antimicrobial stewardship has been emphasized within the medical system in recent years as antibiotic-resistant organisms have increased globally and among at-risk pati...
Read MoreAntimicrobial Resistance and Wound Care
The discovery of antibiotics has been associated with extending the human lifespan by 23 years. This phenomenon began in the 1900s and peaked in the 1950s, known as the "golden era" of antibiotics due to the rapid release of new antibiotic classes coupled with limited resistance. However, the gradua...
Read MoreAntimicrobial Stewardship: When to Use Topical Antimicrobials
On the surface, topical antibiotics may appear to be a safe choice for some wounds, even some infected wounds, when compared to oral or intravenous options. A seemingly less dangerous adverse effect profile, less invasive nature, and potential for cost-effectiveness are logical, appealing features o...
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