ANTIBIOTIC RESISTANT THREATS: EMERGING INFECTIOUS DISEASES

Course overview

Summarize what is known about the burden of illness, level of concern, and antibiotics left to defend against these antibiotic-resistant infections. List the major contributing factors which lead to antibiotic-resistance. Describe the harmful impact that resistance can have on high-risk groups, including those with chronic illnesses such as cancer. Summarize the benefits and the harmful effects (adverse drug events) related to antibiotic use. Identify the gaps in knowledge regarding antibiotic resistance and the current strategies used to prevent antibiotic-resistant infections. Recognize how to manage these infections and what the implications are for our public health. Explain the four core actions necessary to prevent antibiotic resistance. Recall the primary drugs used to treat antibiotic-resistant infections and resistance trends. List some of the methods healthcare workers can utilize to fight the spread of antibiotic- resistant microorganisms. Correlate the microorganism with the CDC¿s Threat levels of urgent, serious, and concerning.