Uso prudente de antimicrobianos en el entorno hospitalario from Coursera

La resistencia a los antimicrobianos es actualmente un problema de salud pública a nivel mundial, que se incrementa debido al uso inadecuado de antimicrobianos en diferentes escenarios, uno de estos es durante la atención en salud en un entorno hospitalario, u otro centro de atención médica, escenario en el cual el uso inadecuado de antimicrobianos puede generar adicionalmente eventos dañinos o no deseados a nivel individual, en el paciente. Este curso busca fortalecer los conocimientos sobre el uso adecuado de antimicrobianos del personal del área de la salud que en su práctica diaria pueda estar involucrado en los procesos de prescripción, administración y control de este grupo de medicamentos.

Este curso ha sido elaborado por docentes de Infectología del Departamento de Medicina Interna de la Universidad Nacional de Colombia, dividido en ocho módulos que al completar con éxito esperamos le permitan afianzar sus conocimientos para realizar un adecuado proceso de prescripción, administración y control de antimicrobianos en su práctica diaria.

El presente curso emplea como herramientas novedosas e interactivas de aprendizaje para presentar los contenidos temáticos: complementos multimedia en cada uno de los módulos. También encontrará lecturas que le permitirán complementar o profundizar en los conceptos vistos y finalmente actividades formativas calificables elaboradas a partir de casos clínicos, o de la cotidianidad del entorno hospitalario, que le servirán para afianzar sus conocimientos.

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Syllabus

Semana 1: Módulo 0 y 1

En esta semana se revisarán dos módulos, en el módulo de generalidades se realizará la presentación y bienvenida al curso; y en el módulo 1 se realizará un recorrido por los conceptos de antimicrobiano, su clasificación, su farmacocinética y farmacodinamia, los parámetros farmacocinéticos/farmacodinámicos (PK/PD), y finalmente los mecanismos de desarrollo y propagación de resistencia a los antimicrobianos.

Semana 2: Módulo 2 y 3

En esta semana se revisaran dos módulos, en el módulo 2 se realizará un recorrido por los principales factores a tener en cuenta al momento de considerar el uso de antimicrobianos, se presentan los Programas de Optimización de Uso de Antimicrobianos (PROA), como una herramienta de apoyo; y en el módulo 3 se darán a conocer las principales recomendaciones para el diagnóstico y tratamiento antimicrobiano de pacientes adultos con neumonía adquirida en la comunidad (NAC).

Semana 3: Módulo 4 y 5

En esta semana se revisaran dos módulos, en el módulo 4 se darán a conocer las principales recomendaciones para el diagnóstico y tratamiento antimicrobiano de pacientes adultos con infecciones de piel y tejidos blandos; y en el módulo 5 se realizará un recorrido por las principales recomendaciones para el diagnóstico y tratamiento antimicrobiano de pacientes adultos con infección intraabdominal.

Semana 4: Módulo 6 y 7

En esta semana se revisarán dos módulos, en el módulo 6 se darán a conocer las principales recomendaciones para el diagnóstico y tratamiento antimicrobiano de pacientes adultos con infecciones del tracto urinario no complicadas; y en el módulo 7 se realizará un recorrido por las principales recomendaciones de profilaxis antimicrobiana en pacientes adultos llevados a cirugía.

Semana 5: Módulo 8

En esta semana se revisará un módulo, en el cual abordarán las principales estrategias de prevención y control de infecciones en el entorno hospitalario como son la higiene de manos, el uso de elementos de protección personal y la limpieza y desinfección de superficies.

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Fortalece conocimientos en el uso de antimicrobianos de personal de salud involucrado en la prescripción, administración y control de medicamentos

Emplea herramientas interactivas y multimedia en los contenidos

Impartido por docentes de Infectología de la Universidad Nacional de Colombia

Profundiza en conceptos de antimicrobianos, su clasificación, farmacocinética y farmacodinámica

Aborda estrategias de prevención y control de infecciones en entornos hospitalarios

El módulo sobre diagnóstico y tratamiento de neumonía adquirida en la comunidad es una guía útil para profesionales de la salud

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Research and gather information on the case, including patient history, laboratory data, and treatment options.
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Define the scope and objectives of the antimicrobial stewardship plan.
Conduct a needs assessment to identify areas for improvement in antimicrobial use.
Develop and implement interventions to optimize antimicrobial use and minimize resistance.
Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the antimicrobial stewardship plan.

Career center

Learners who complete Uso prudente de antimicrobianos en el entorno hospitalario will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Infectious Disease Physician

Infectious Disease Physicians are responsible for diagnosing and treating patients with infectious diseases. This course may be useful for Infectious Disease Physicians who want to improve their knowledge of antimicrobial use in order to provide better care to their patients.

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Microbiologist

Microbiologists are responsible for studying microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, and fungi. This course may be useful for Microbiologists who want to improve their knowledge of antimicrobial use in order to develop new antibiotics and other antimicrobial agents.

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Infection Preventionist

Infection Preventionists are responsible for developing and implementing infection prevention and control programs in healthcare settings. This course may be useful for Infection Preventionists who want to improve their knowledge of antimicrobial use in order to reduce the spread of antimicrobial resistance.

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Physician Assistant

Physician Assistants are responsible for providing medical care under the supervision of a physician. This course may be useful for Physician Assistants who want to improve their knowledge of antimicrobial use in order to provide better care to their patients.

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Epidemiologist

Epidemiologists are responsible for studying the distribution and determinants of health-related states or events (including disease), and for applying this information to the control of diseases and other health problems. This course may be useful for Epidemiologists who want to improve their knowledge of antimicrobial use in order to develop and evaluate public health interventions to reduce the spread of antimicrobial resistance.

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Public Health Educator

Public Health Educators are responsible for developing and implementing educational programs to promote health and prevent disease. This course may be useful for Public Health Educators who want to improve their knowledge of antimicrobial use in order to educate the public about the importance of appropriate antimicrobial use.

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Pharmacist

Pharmacists are responsible for dispensing medications and providing information about their use. This course may be useful for Pharmacists who want to improve their knowledge of antimicrobial use in order to provide better care to their patients.

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Registered Nurse

Registered Nurses are responsible for providing and coordinating patient care, which may include administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and providing emotional support. This course may be useful for Registered Nurses who want to improve their knowledge of antimicrobial use in order to provide better care to their patients.

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Medical Writer

Medical Writers are responsible for writing and editing medical documents, such as journal articles, patient education materials, and drug information. This course may be useful for Medical Writers who want to improve their knowledge of antimicrobial use in order to write accurate and informative materials about this topic.

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Quality Assurance Manager

Quality Assurance Managers are responsible for developing and implementing quality assurance programs in healthcare settings. This course may be useful for Quality Assurance Managers who want to improve their knowledge of antimicrobial use in order to develop and implement programs to reduce the spread of antimicrobial resistance.

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Healthcare Administrator

Healthcare Administrators are responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating the delivery of healthcare services. This course may be useful for Healthcare Administrators who want to improve their knowledge of antimicrobial use in order to develop and implement policies and procedures to reduce the spread of antimicrobial resistance.

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Regulatory Affairs Specialist

Regulatory Affairs Specialists are responsible for ensuring that pharmaceutical products meet regulatory requirements. This course may be useful for Regulatory Affairs Specialists who want to improve their knowledge of antimicrobial use in order to better understand the regulatory requirements for these medications.

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Pharmaceutical Sales Representative

Pharmaceutical Sales Representatives are responsible for promoting and selling pharmaceutical products to healthcare professionals. This course may be useful for Pharmaceutical Sales Representatives who want to improve their knowledge of antimicrobial use in order to better inform healthcare professionals about the appropriate use of these medications.

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Clinical Research Coordinator

Clinical Research Coordinators are responsible for managing clinical research studies. This course may be useful for Clinical Research Coordinators who want to improve their knowledge of antimicrobial use in order to better manage studies that involve the use of antimicrobial agents.

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Medical Science Liaison

Medical Science Liaisons are responsible for providing scientific information about pharmaceutical products to healthcare professionals. This course may be useful for Medical Science Liaisons who want to improve their knowledge of antimicrobial use in order to better inform healthcare professionals about the appropriate use of these medications.

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