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1 to 2 of 2 Research Studies DisplayedMichener A, Heath B, Crnich CJ
Infections in older adults: a case-based discussion series emphasizing antibiotic stewardship.
This article describes the results of a series of 1-hour case-based discussions on recognition, diagnosis, and infections common in older adults, including those living in long-term care settings, and antibiotic stewardship that were developed by the authors. This series of five discussions was held at 15 Veterans Affairs medical centers in their skilled nursing centers. There were participants from an array of disciplines who completed an evaluation as well as pre- and post-course knowledge assessment. Total participants numbered from 68 to 108 per center. There were positive assessments, with many participants saying they were likely to make changes to help combat health associated infections.
AHRQ-funded; HS023866.
Citation: Michener A, Heath B, Crnich CJ .
Infections in older adults: a case-based discussion series emphasizing antibiotic stewardship.
MedEdPORTAL 2018 Sep 21;14:10754. doi: 10.15766/mep_2374-8265.10754..
Keywords: Antimicrobial Stewardship, Antibiotics, Medication, Elderly, Infectious Diseases
Jump RLP, Crnich CJ, Mody L
Infectious diseases in older adults of long-term care facilities: update on approach to diagnosis and management.
The diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of infectious diseases in older adults in long-term care facilities (LTCFs), particularly nursing facilities, remains a challenge for all health providers who care for this population. This review provides updated information on the currently most important challenges of infectious diseases in LTCFs. With the increasing prescribing of antibiotics in older adults, particularly in LTCFs, the topic of antibiotic stewardship is presented in this review.
AHRQ-funded; HS022465.
Citation: Jump RLP, Crnich CJ, Mody L .
Infectious diseases in older adults of long-term care facilities: update on approach to diagnosis and management.
J Am Geriatr Soc 2018 Apr;66(4):789-803. doi: 10.1111/jgs.15248.
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Keywords: Elderly, Healthcare-Associated Infections (HAIs), Infectious Diseases, Nursing Homes, Long-Term Care, Antimicrobial Stewardship, Antibiotics, Medication, Evidence-Based Practice, Guidelines