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Who Should Receive Extended Infusion Beta-Lactam Therapy?
Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants
  • Christopher T. Roman, Butler University
  • Tia Sloth
  • Kendra M. Damer, Butler University
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
1-1-2016
DOI
http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/01.JAA.0000480576.16121.88
Abstract

The increasing prevalence of antibiotic-resistant bacteria challenges a clinician's ability to fight life-threatening infections. Administering beta-lactams via extended infusion may improve patient outcomes. This article discusses the underlying principles of this therapeutic approach and when it may be appropriate.

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Citation Information
Christopher T. Roman, Tia Sloth and Kendra M. Damer. "Who Should Receive Extended Infusion Beta-Lactam Therapy?" Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants Vol. 29 Iss. 3 (2016) p. 25 - 26
Available at: http://works.bepress.com/christopher-roman/20/