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Table 1 Headings and descriptions of the domains of ASAT v16 [12]

From: Perspectives of clinical microbiologists on antimicrobial stewardship programmes within NHS trusts in England

Domain

ASAT Headings

Description of ASAT Domains

1

Antimicrobial management with the Trust

Examines the Trust Board roles in ensuring good antimicrobial management

2

Operational delivery of antimicrobial strategy

Examines the types of control documents such as antimicrobial guidelines and policies

3

Risk assessment for antimicrobial chemotherapy

Examines patient safety principles that should be undertaken when prescribing antimicrobials

4

Clinical governance assurance

Examines compliance to clinical guidelines and policies by clinical audits

5

Education and Training

Examines the education, training needs and training packages available to antimicrobial prescribers

6

Antimicrobial Pharmacist

Examines the role of the antimicrobial pharmacist to optimise their role in antimicrobial stewardship