| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2661040 | The Journal for Nurse Practitioners | 2012 | 7 Pages |
BackgroundAntimicrobial resistance is an urgent public health problem. There is very limited information regarding nurse practitioners' attitudes, perceptions, and knowledge about antibiotic use and resistance.MethodsWeb-based anonymous survey in a university-affiliated hospital.ResultsMost respondents agreed that antimicrobial resistance is a problem locally and nationally, were concerned about resistance in the community when prescribing antibiotics, and agreed that more appropriate use of antibiotics would decrease resistance. There is a paucity of knowledge in the management of anaerobic infections and resistant gram-negative bacteremia.ConclusionIncorporating nurse practitioners into antimicrobial stewardship programs could improve evidence-based practices and antimicrobial use.
