Antimicrobial Stewardship Review Checklist
Antimicrobial stewardship program review including antibiotic timeout, culture-directed therapy, and duration optimization.
- Industry: Healthcare
- Frequency: 48-72 hours post-initiation
- Estimated Time: 15-20 minutes
- Role: Pharmacist/ID Physician
- Total Items: 30
- Compliance: CDC Core Elements, Joint Commission MM Standards, IDSA Guidelines
Indication Review
Appropriate indication
- Indication documented?
- Indication appropriate?
- Empiric therapy appropriate?
Culture Review
Microbiologic data
- Cultures obtained before antibiotics?
- Culture results reviewed?
- Susceptibilities reviewed?
Therapy Optimization
De-escalation opportunity
- De-escalation possible?
- IV to PO conversion possible?
- Duration appropriate?
- Stop date established?
Recommendations
Stewardship recommendations
- Recommendations made to team?
- Recommendations accepted?
Pre-Assessment Information
Initial assessment documentation and patient/facility identification
- Assessor Name / Credentials
- Assessment Date
- Department / Unit
- Assessment Type (Routine/Annual/Complaint)
- Previous assessment findings reviewed?
Infection Prevention & Control
Verify infection control practices per CDC and Joint Commission standards
- Hand hygiene compliance observed?
- Appropriate PPE available and properly used?
- Isolation precautions properly implemented?
- Sharps containers available and not overfilled?
- High-touch surfaces properly disinfected?
Patient Safety & Identification
Verify patient safety protocols and identification procedures
- Two patient identifiers used before procedures?
- Fall risk assessment completed?
- Call light within patient reach?
- Bed in lowest position with brakes locked?
Medication Safety & Management
Verify medication handling and administration practices
- Medications stored securely and at proper temperature?
- Controlled substances properly secured and counted?
- No expired medications in stock?
- High-alert medications properly labeled?
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Why Use This Antimicrobial Stewardship Review Checklist?
This antimicrobial stewardship review checklist helps healthcare teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for pharmacist/id physician professionals, this checklist covers 30 critical inspection points across 8 sections. Recommended frequency: 48-72 hours post-initiation.
Ensures compliance with CDC Core Elements, Joint Commission MM Standards, IDSA Guidelines. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Antimicrobial Stewardship Review Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 30 inspection items across 8 sections: Indication Review, Culture Review, Therapy Optimization, Recommendations, Pre-Assessment Information, Infection Prevention & Control, Patient Safety & Identification, Medication Safety & Management. It is designed for healthcare operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed 48-72 hours post-initiation. Each completion takes approximately 15-20 minutes.
Who should use this Antimicrobial Stewardship Review Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Pharmacist/ID Physician professionals in the healthcare industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.