Pediatric antimicrobial stewardship practices at discharge: A national survey

Infect Control Hosp Epidemiol. 2022 Nov;43(11):1686-1688. doi: 10.1017/ice.2021.283. Epub 2021 Jul 16.

Abstract

We surveyed pediatric antimicrobial stewardship program (ASP) site leaders within the Sharing Antimicrobial Reports for Pediatric Stewardship collaborative regarding discharge stewardship practices. Among 67 sites, 13 (19%) reported ASP review of discharge antimicrobial prescriptions. These findings highlight discharge stewardship as a potential opportunity for improvement during the hospital-to-home transition.

MeSH terms

  • Anti-Bacterial Agents / therapeutic use
  • Anti-Infective Agents*
  • Antimicrobial Stewardship*
  • Child
  • Humans
  • Patient Discharge
  • Prescriptions

Substances

  • Anti-Bacterial Agents
  • Anti-Infective Agents