Improved rates of antimicrobial stewardship interventions following implementation of the Epic antimicrobial
Natasha N Pettit1, Zhe Han1, Anish R Choksi1
11Department of Pharmacy,University of Chicago Medical Center,Chicago,Illinois.
Infection Control and Hospital Epidemiology
|June 29, 2018
Abstract:
We evaluated the impact of the Epic antimicrobial stewardship module (EAM) on the number of interventions, antimicrobial usage, and clinical outcomes. Use of the EAM allowed us to significantly increase the number of ASP antimicrobial reviews and interventions while maintaining a sustained impact on antimicrobial utilization.
Insights
The Epic antimicrobial stewardship module (EAM) increased antimicrobial stewardship program reviews and interventions. This tool effectively reduced antimicrobial use while maintaining positive clinical outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Infectious Diseases
- Health Informatics
- Clinical Pharmacy
Background:
- Antimicrobial resistance necessitates robust antimicrobial stewardship programs (ASPs).
- Electronic health record (EHR) modules can support ASP activities.
- The Epic antimicrobial stewardship module (EAM) is a tool designed to enhance ASP interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the impact of implementing the Epic antimicrobial stewardship module (EAM).
- To evaluate changes in the number of ASP interventions and antimicrobial utilization.
- To determine the effect on clinical outcomes following EAM implementation.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of data before and after EAM implementation.
- Monitoring of antimicrobial prescription data and clinical outcomes.
- Tracking of ASP review and intervention metrics within the EAM.
Main Results:
- Significant increase in the number of ASP antimicrobial reviews and interventions post-EAM.
- Sustained impact on reducing overall antimicrobial utilization.
- No adverse effects on key clinical outcomes observed.
Conclusions:
- The Epic antimicrobial stewardship module (EAM) is effective in enhancing ASP activities.
- EAM implementation leads to improved antimicrobial stewardship and utilization.
- EAM supports sustained antimicrobial reduction without compromising patient care.
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