Addressing the problem of increased antibiotic resistance
Kelly, J.
Professional Nurse 17(1): 56-59
2001
ISSN/ISBN: 0266-8130 PMID: 12030151 Document Number: 538653
Growing bacterial resistance to antibiotics is causing grave concern in both community and hospital settings. Mismanagement has been identified as the main cause. The problem can be addressed at ground level by careful use of antibiotics, through meticulous personal and environmental hygiene and preventive infection-control measures.
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