Interprofessional Collaboration Improves Antibiotic Stewardship

The challenge to improve effective and safe use of antibiotics in PALTC settings is a national focus of great importance. Goals are to reduce the emergence of multi-drug–resistant organisms, AADE, and unnecessary cost. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) suggest AADE monitoring as one of several appropriate resident outcome measures for antibiotic stewardship programs, but AADE processes vary substantially among PALTC facilities.