TARGET Antibiotics – Prescribing in Primary Care

Posted 2 years ago by BSAC

Study Method : Online
Duration : 5 weeks
Subject : Healthcare & Medicine
Overview
Helping primary care professionals to target the use of antibiotics to reduce antimicrobial resistance
Course Description

Discover ideas about how to optimise prescribing in Primary Care

Antimicrobial resistance is a growing problem and everyone can play a part in tackling this issue.

This course will look at many aspects of antibiotic prescribing in Primary Care from prescribing for urinary tract infections through to managing patient expectations.

By the end of the course you will have an understanding of how to apply practical antimicrobial stewardship strategies in your practice.

This course is aimed at primary care healthcare professionals who are involved in the treatment of common infections.

Requirements

This course is aimed at primary care healthcare professionals who are involved in the treatment of common infections.

Career Path
  • Explore data sources to understand your practice antibiotic usage and tips for conducting an audit
  • Improve prescribing practice for patients with suspected Urinary Tract Infections
  • Discuss ways to manage patient expectations with regard to antibiotic prescriptions
  • Identify ways in which back up prescribing can assist your practice
  • Demonstrate the value of a whole team approach to antimicrobial stewardship
  • Assess the importance of antimicrobial stewardship