1891. Assessing the Needs for Antimicrobial Stewardship Education and Acceptance Across a Spectrum of Prescribers Nurses and Pharmacists at a Large Academic Medical Center

摘要

BackgroundRegulatory bodies and quality groups have adopted the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Core Elements for Antimicrobial Stewardship Programs (ASP) as a measure for accreditation and scoring healthcare institutions across the United States. Multiple elements are driven by educating and integrating staff across the provider network. The ideal method of providing education and addressing gaps is unknown. The objectives of this study were to evaluate the familiarity of Nursing, Pharmacy, and Prescribers regarding local ASP activities and services, as well as perceptions regarding patient care and value. Secondary objectives were to determine what educational tools are currently utilized and the desired method for future education.