Course Code: REL-PAC-0-ASPCE
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2026
Learning Objectives:
Describe the elements of an antibiotic stewardship program.
Identify at least three benefits of antibiotic stewardship.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Resistant Organisms
Resistant Infections
Threats Categorized by Harm
Causes of Resistance
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 3: The Core Elements
Antibiotic Stewardship Programs
Core Elements of an Antibiotic Stewardship Program
Leaders for Antibiotic Stewardship
Interventions Toward Antibiotic Stewardship
Outcome Measures
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 4: Antimicrobial Treatment
Meet Frank
Laboratory Testing for Bacteria
Infection Control
Duration of Therapy
Antibiotic Education
Pharmacy-Driven Actions
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 5: Improving Antibiotic Use
Treatment Bundles
A Change in Condition
Systemic Inflammatory Response Syndrome
Antibiotic Stewardship for MRSA
Antibiotic Time Out
Antibiotic Stewardship in Practice
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 6: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
Resources
References
Subject Matter Expert: Kathleen Koopmann, RN, BSN
Kathleen is a seasoned subject matter expert in post-acute care, with over 37 years of clinical and teaching experience spanning both acute and post-acute care settings. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Western Governors University and received specialized infection control training through the North Carolina Statewide Program for Infection Control and Epidemiology, in collaboration with NCDHHS and the University of North Carolina. Kathleen's diverse career includes roles in long-term care, acute care, occupational health, and nursing education. Most recently, she served as a Staff Development Coordinator and Infection Control Practitioner in long-term care, where she played a pivotal role in staff education and infection prevention.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Nursing Personnel; in the following settings: Skilled Nursing Facility.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.