Box.

Specific deliverables identified for antimicrobial stewardship practices

Hospital antibiogram

Customized antibiotic policy for each hospital including surgical prophylaxis based on antibiograms

Culture of cultures: Point prevalence study

Measurement of antibiotic consumption rate (DDD/DOT)

Consider introducing audit and formulary restrictions

Staff education: CME for hospital staff and for hospitals in surrounding areas

DDD, defined daily dose; DOT, days of therapy; CME, continuing medical education