Antimicrobial Stewardship Self-Assessment Tool and User Guide
Publication date
This tool and user guide supports residential aged care services in self-assessing their antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) practices. It covers AMS governance, policies, education, monitoring, and feedback, aiming to improve antibiotic use and reduce risks associated with antimicrobial resistance. The resources helps identify gaps and develop action plans to enhance AMS activities and patient care. This resource may refer to information that will be updated from 1 July 2025 to align with the new Aged Care Act and Quality Standards.
Antimicrobial Stewardship Self-Assessment Tool (PDF 537.03 KB)
Standard
5: Clinical Care
Outcomes
5.2: Preventing and controlling infections in delivering clinical care services
