Episode 9: All About Antimicrobial Resistance
Dr. Kate
Ellingson and Sana Khan discuss multiple aspects of antimicrobial resistance, including
discussing building antimicrobial stewardship programs, attitudes towards
antibiotic use along the border, socioeconomic disparities, and more.
Kate
Ellingson, PhD, investigated the transmission of multidrug-resistant organisms
in healthcare settings, evaluated initiatives to prevent healthcare-associated
infections, and built capacity for infection prevention in resource-limited
setting as a healthcare epidemiologist at the CDC and the Oregon State Health
Department.
Learning
Objectives:
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Define antimicrobial resistance.
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Explain proper use of antimicrobials or
antibiotics. -
Discuss how aquaculture and agriculture contribute
to antimicrobial resistance. -
Identify those most vulnerable to healthcare
acquired infections.
Continuing Education Information: 0.5 CECH for CHES
CHES Provider number: 99036
Date Released: 10-30-19