ArticleOpen forum infectious diseases2024
Assessing the Appropriateness of Antimicrobial Prescribing in the Community Setting: A Scoping Review.
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4 citing papers in PubMed.
- Appropriateness of outpatient antibiotic prescriptions in acute-care hospitals in Japan: a cross-sectional study from 2016-22.JAC-antimicrobial resistance · 2026Article
- Inappropriate antibiotic prescribing for acute respiratory illnesses in outpatient settings in New York City, 2019-2022.Antimicrobial stewardship & healthcare epidemiology : ASHE · 2026Article
- National retrospective study of regional prescriber-specific variation in community antibiotic prescribing Canada, 2019-2023.BMJ public health · 2026Article
- Antimicrobial stewardship in the community setting: a qualitative exploratory study.Antimicrobial resistance and infection control · 2025Article
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Abstract
Background: This scoping review examined the concept and scope of appropriateness of antimicrobial prescribing in the community setting and how it has been measured. Methods: Utilizing the Joanna Briggs Institute's methodology, we appraised peer-reviewed articles and unpublished studies, focusing on the US, UK, Canada, and Australia, with no limit to date. Results: Four basic components of antimicrobial prescribing to be evaluated during assessment of antimicrobial appropriateness in the community setting were identified: diagnosis for infection or indication for antimicrobial therapy, choice of antimicrobial therapy, dosing, and duration of therapy. The benchmark for definition of appropriateness is crucial in assessing antimicrobial prescribing appropriateness. The use of recommended guidelines as a benchmark is the standard for appropriate antimicrobial therapy, and when necessary, susceptibility testing should be explored. Conclusions: Studies evaluating the appropriateness of antimicrobial prescribing should assess these components of antimicrobial prescribing, and this should be clearly stated in the aim and objectives of the study.
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