TABLE 2.

The CDC's seven core elements of antimicrobial stewardship

Element	Description
Leadership commitment	Dedicating necessary human, financial, and IT resources
Accountability	Appointing a single leader responsible for program outcomes
Drug expertise	Appointing a single pharmacist leader responsible for working to improve antibiotic use
Action	Implementing at least one recommended action with the goal of improving antimicrobial use
Tracking	Monitoring antibiotic prescribing and resistance patterns
Reporting	Regular reporting of information on antibiotic use and resistance to doctors, nurses, and relevant staff
Education	Educating clinicians about resistance and optimal prescribing