Antibiotic Resistance and Stewardship

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What is antibiotic resistance?
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The ability of bacteria to resist the effects of an antibiotic.
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How does antimicrobial stewardship address antibiotic resistance?
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By ensuring antibiotics are used judiciously to slow the development of resistance.
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Name a factor contributing to antibiotic resistance.
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Overuse and misuse of antibiotics.
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What is a superbug?
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A strain of bacteria that has become resistant to several types of antibiotics.
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How can hospitals monitor antibiotic resistance?
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Through the use of surveillance programs and laboratory testing.
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Name a common superbug.
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Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA).
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What role do diagnostic tests play in stewardship?
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They help identify pathogens to ensure appropriate antibiotic selection.
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Why is early identification of infection important?
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To guide effective and timely treatment and reduce misuse of antibiotics.
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How does agriculture contribute to antibiotic resistance?
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Through the use of antibiotics in livestock, which can lead to resistant bacteria.
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What global action is needed to address antibiotic resistance?
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International collaboration on surveillance and regulation of antibiotic use.
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How can improving hand hygiene reduce antibiotic resistance?
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By preventing infections, thus decreasing the need for antibiotics.
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What is selective pressure in the context of antibiotic resistance?
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The environmental pressure that favors the survival of resistant strains.
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Why is the development of new antibiotics important?
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To overcome resistant bacteria with limited treatment options.
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What is one example of a bacterial mechanism of resistance?
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Production of enzymes that degrade the antibiotic, such as beta-lactamase.
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What ethical considerations exist in antimicrobial stewardship?
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Balancing the benefits of antibiotic use for current patients with long-term societal impact.
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