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. 2023 Aug 18;3(1):e139.
doi: 10.1017/ash.2023.199. eCollection 2023.

One size does not fit all: advanced practice provider considerations for the antimicrobial steward

Kyleen E Swords  1 , Gina M Weddle  2 , Joshua C Herigon  2 , Paula D Stering  1 , Matthew S L Lee  1
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One size does not fit all: advanced practice provider considerations for the antimicrobial steward

Kyleen E Swords et al. Antimicrob Steward Healthc Epidemiol. .

Abstract

Advanced practice providers are a diverse and established group of antimicrobial prescribers in both ambulatory and inpatient settings. We outline important considerations for antimicrobial stewardship programs and stewards to consider when engaging this important group of providers.

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