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20_Infectious Diseases and Antimicrobials
20_Infectious Diseases and Antimicrobials
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The document discusses the management of infectious diseases and antimicrobial agents in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). It covers the etiologies and clinical manifestations of life-threatening infections, appropriate antimicrobial selection criteria, and strategies to combat antibiotic misuse. The presentation emphasizes the importance of choosing antibiotics based on suspected pathogens, site of infection, and patient-specific factors like age and immune status. It also addresses multidrug-resistant organisms, geographic variations in antimicrobial resistance, and the role of antimicrobial stewardship programs in reducing antibiotic misuse. Additionally, the document includes case scenarios involving meningitis and toxic shock syndrome, detailing empiric antibiotic regimens and management strategies. It highlights the significance of early and appropriate antibiotic therapy in cases of bacterial co-infections with influenza, particularly emphasizing MRSA coverage. Overall, the document stresses the need for a thoughtful and tailored approach to antibiotic therapy in critically ill children, considering various factors to ensure effective treatment while minimizing unnecessary antibiotic use.
Keywords
infectious diseases
antimicrobial agents
Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
life-threatening infections
antibiotic selection
antibiotic misuse
multidrug-resistant organisms
antimicrobial stewardship
meningitis
toxic shock syndrome
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