Academic Level at Time of Presentation

Senior

Major

Nursing

2nd Student Academic Level at Time of Presentation

Senior

2nd Student Major

Nursing

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Dr. Nancy Armstrong

Presentation Format

Oral Presentation

Abstract/Description

Healthcare-associated Clostridium difficile (C.difficile) infections remain a significant burden to many healthcare facilities across North America. This infection is often linked to long-term antibiotic use and ineffective infection control methods. This presentation addresses current evidence-based practice protocols on the prevention of C.difficile, emphasizing the need for increased monitoring of antibiotic therapy and improved infection control strategies.

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Antibiotic Stewardship and the Prevention of Healthcare-associated C.diff

Healthcare-associated Clostridium difficile (C.difficile) infections remain a significant burden to many healthcare facilities across North America. This infection is often linked to long-term antibiotic use and ineffective infection control methods. This presentation addresses current evidence-based practice protocols on the prevention of C.difficile, emphasizing the need for increased monitoring of antibiotic therapy and improved infection control strategies.