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Antibiotic Stewardship: A Guide to Effective Management for Healthcare Professionals

Antibiotic Stewardship: A Guide to Effective Management for Healthcare Professionals

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Course

Advance your skills in responsible antibiotic use with this 6-credit CME activity. This course equips healthcare professionals with key strategies for antibiotic stewardship, reducing resistance, and improving patient outcomes. CE Broker reporting is automatic.

Nationally & state accredited

Pharmacy

Course Features

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Auto reporting toCPE Monitor
Unlimited course attempts

What you'll learn

Upon completion of this activity, the participant will be able to:

  1. Characterize the problem of antibiotic resistance and describe trends in antibiotic resistance among respiratory pathogens in the United States

  2. List the most common reasons for inappropriate prescribing of antibiotics by health care providers

  3. Describe how healthcare professionals can be involved in addressing antibiotic resistance in the community

  4. Determine the healthcare professionals practice activity domains in public health initiatives and responses and promotion of safe medication use in society

  5. Identify the goals and objectives of the Get Smart: Know When Antibiotics Work program

Course description

Antibiotic Stewardship: A Guide to Effective Management for Healthcare Professionals is a 6-hour continuing education (CE) course designed to empower healthcare providers with the principles and practices essential for responsible antibiotic use. As antibiotic resistance escalates into a global health crisis, the role of informed prescribing becomes increasingly critical.​

This course delves into the core concepts of antibiotic stewardship, emphasizing the importance of judicious antibiotic selection, dosing, and duration to minimize resistance development and adverse patient outcomes. Participants will explore the factors contributing to inappropriate prescribing and learn strategies to promote optimal antibiotic use within various healthcare settings.​

Key topics include:

  • Understanding the mechanisms and impact of antibiotic resistance

  • Identifying common pitfalls in antibiotic prescribing

  • Implementing stewardship principles in clinical practice

  • The role of pharmacists and other healthcare professionals in stewardship initiatives

  • Community engagement and education to support responsible antibiotic use​

Through interactive modules and case studies, learners will gain practical insights into developing and sustaining effective antibiotic stewardship programs. By completing this course, healthcare professionals will be better equipped to make informed decisions that enhance patient care and contribute to the global effort against antimicrobial resistance.​

This course is suitable for a wide range of healthcare providers, including nurses, pharmacists, physicians, and allied health professionals committed to advancing patient safety and public health.

Course content

  • Introduction

  • Definition of Antimicrobial Stewardship

  • Antimicrobial Drug Classes

    • Mechanisms of Action for Antibiotic Drugs

      • Inhibition of Cell Wall Synthesis

      • Inhibition of Cell Membrane Function

      • Inhibition of Protein Synthesis

      • Inhibition of Nucleic Acid Synthesis

      • Inhibition of Other Metabolic Processes

    • Major Classes of Antimicrobial Drugs and What They Do

    • Antiviral Agents

    • Anti-fungal Agents

    • Anti-protozoan Agents

  • Multi-drug resistance

    • Inactivation of the Antibiotic

    • Alterations to the Target Site of the Antibiotic or Antimicrobial Agent

    • Bacteria and other microorganisms

    • Modification of Metabolic Pathways Affected by Antimicrobial Agents

    • Microorganisms

    • Changes in the Membrane Permeability or Efflux Rate of the Antibiotic

    • Bacteria

  • Hospital-acquired Antimicrobial Drug Resistance

    • Hand Hygiene in Hospitals As a Means of Spreading Antimicrobial Resistance

    • Taking Caution With Antibiotic Prescriptions in the Hospital Setting

    • Examples of Hospital-acquired Antimicrobial Drug Resistance

    • Antibiotic-resistant Clostridium difficile in the Healthcare Setting

  • Sexually Transmitted Infectious Disease Resistance

    • Antibiotic-resistant Gonorrhea

    • Trichomoniasis

  • Agricultural Effects on Antimicrobial Resistances4

    • Antibiotic-resistant Salmonella in Chickens, Pigs and Cows

    • Antibiotic-resistant Campylobacter in Chickens

    • Antibiotic-resistant E. Coli in Cows, Pigs and Chickens

  • General Scope of Preventing Antimicrobial Drug Resistance

    • Scope of Preventing Antibiotic Drug Resistance for Agricultural and Healthcare Facilities

    • Get Smart

      • Get Smart in Doctor's Offices

      • Get Smart for Healthcare in Hospitals and Long-Term Care

      • Get Smart: Know When Antibiotics Work on the Farm

  • Best Practices for Hospitals and Other Healthcare Professionals to Prevent Antimicrobial Drug Resistance

    • Leadership Commitment

    • Accountability

    • Drug Expertise

    • Action

    • Tracking

    • F. Reporting

    • G. Education

  • Conclusion

  • References

  • Post-Test

Course details

Release Date06/20/2023
Expiration Date06/20/2026
Review Date06/20/2026
ACPE UAN0657-0000-23-023-H01-P 0657-0000-23-023-H01-T
CE Broker ID20-599851
AGD Number386503 | Course Code: 010
Activity TypeKnowledge-based
Activity FormatEnduring

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Instructor

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Peter A. KreckelRPh

Peter A. Kreckel, RPh is a most unique breed of community pharmacist. He is a 1981 graduate of the University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy. He has practiced independent community pharmacy for his entire career. He began his teaching career at St. Francis University in 2005, in the Department of Physician Assistant Sciences. For the past 16 years, he has taught Pharmacology to over 700 Physician Assistant Science students in their didactic year. He teaches all disciplines year-round, from Antibiotic therapy to Ob-Gyn.

Ideal CE course for these professions

This continuing education course is especially relevant for these healthcare professions, but other professionals may also benefit

Dietitian - NutritionistCertified Respiratory TherapistDieticianOccupational Therapy AssistantAdvanced Practice Nurse PrescribersPharmacistMidwifeLicensed MidwifeNursing Assistive PersonnelRegistered Respiratory TherapistDental HygienistAdvanced Dental AssistantRegistered Nurse PractitionerAdvanced Practice NursesAthletic TrainerOccupational TherapistPhysical Therapy AssistantAPRN - Certified Nurse MidwifeLicensed Practical NurseNurse PractitionerDentistRegistered NursePhysical TherapistAdvanced Practice Registered NurseDental TechnicianRespiratory TherapistRespiratory Care Practitioner Critical CareRespiratory Care PractitionerCertified Nursing AssistantRespiratory Care Practitioner Non-Critical CareRegistered Dental AssistantGeneral DentistPharmacy TechnicianDental Assistant

Accreditations

AchieveCE is an approved provider (Provider #50-20641) of continuing education for occupational therapy professionals.

  • Alabama State Board of Occupational Therapy

  • Arizona Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners

  • Florida Board of Occupational Therapy

  • Georgia State Board of Occupational Therapy

  • Tennessee Board of Occupational Therapy

  • Mississippi State Department of Health – Bureau of Professional Licensure for Occupational Therapists

Frequently asked questions

How many CE credits does this course provide?

This course, "Antibiotic Stewardship: A Guide to Effective Management for Healthcare Professionals", provides 6 contact hours of continuing education credit upon successful completion.

Is this course accredited?

Yes, this course is accredited by Occupational Therapy, Dietetics and Nutrition, Physical Therapy, Respiratory Therapy, Athletic Training, Midwifery, Dentistry, Nursing, Pharmacy. AchieveCE is an approved provider of continuing education for healthcare professionals.

Which professions is this course approved for?

This course is especially relevant for: Dietitian - Nutritionist, Certified Respiratory Therapist, Dietician, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Advanced Practice Nurse Prescribers, Pharmacist, Midwife, Licensed Midwife, Nursing Assistive Personnel, Registered Respiratory Therapist, Dental Hygienist, Advanced Dental Assistant, Registered Nurse Practitioner, Advanced Practice Nurses, Athletic Trainer, Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapy Assistant, APRN - Certified Nurse Midwife, Licensed Practical Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Dentist, Registered Nurse, Physical Therapist, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Dental Technician, Respiratory Therapist, Respiratory Care Practitioner Critical Care, Respiratory Care Practitioner, Certified Nursing Assistant, Respiratory Care Practitioner Non-Critical Care, Registered Dental Assistant, General Dentist, Pharmacy Technician, Dental Assistant. Other healthcare professionals may also benefit from this continuing education content.

How do I report my CE credits after completing this course?

Your credits are automatically and instantly reported to CE Broker and CPE Monitor upon successful completion. No manual reporting is required on your part.

Will I receive a certificate of completion?

Yes, you will receive a certificate of completion immediately after finishing the course and passing the assessment. The certificate can be downloaded and printed directly from your account.

What is your refund policy?

We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, you can request a full refund within 30 days of purchase.

How long do I have to complete this course?

You have unlimited time to complete the course at your own pace. Once purchased, the course is available in your account until its expiration date. You can pause and resume at any time.

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I am always interested in continuing education in the areas of health, wellness, nutrition and mental health. Your course was well written, well organized and helpful in meeting state licensure requirements.

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Priya M.Occupational Therapist
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Very well written, easy to digest, time efficient, and straight to the point. Thank you!

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I appreciate the convenience of the course being online and accessible through my phone and that it directly reports to CEBroker to support mandated education requirements.

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I really loved this information. I was hospitalized last year for almost a month and I noticed multiple medical errors (not being hooked up to my IV multiple times, given wrong medication which caused my sodium to be very low, etc.) which lengthened my stay. I can now define those exact errors and better understand what happened to me. I hate that these medical errors are so common and I appreciate how well laid out your breakdown and categorization of them was.

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Requirements & disclosures

Financial Disclosures

This activity was developed by AchieveCE free of any commercial support. The following individuals have indicated that they have no financial relationships with an ineligible company that may impact upon this activity:

  • Pete Kreckel, RPh - Pharmacist Planner, Content Expert and Faculty

  • Patricia Dunn, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC - Nurse Planner

  • Marie T. Fluent, DDS, CDIPC - Dentist Planner

  • Gracielle Tubera - Content Reviewer

  • Luke Porter – Content Reviewer

  • Dianne Arroyo - Activity Publisher

Passing Grade

Participants must achieve a passing score on the activity post-test, which may be 70% or 80%, depending on the course. They must also complete an activity evaluation. There are no time limits and unlimited test-taking attempts. Credits will be reported automatically to CE Broker if your license information is entered correctly in your profile.

Hardware Requirements

Windows 8.1, Windows 10, Mac OS X 10.1+, iOS 10+, Android 4.3+

Software Requirements

Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Mozilla Firefox, Adobe Acrobat Reader

Network Requirements

Broadband Internet Connection: T1, Hi-speed DSL or Cable4G cellular connection

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