Abstract:Background
Viral respiratory tract infections (VRTI) accounts for a significant proportion of hospitalized children and contributes to a substantial use of health care resources and costs. American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends against using antibiotics in uncomplicated viral respiratory infections in children. Overuse of antibiotics ranges between 29–80%. The goal of an Antibiotic stewardship programs (ASP) is to decrease antibiotic misuse, lower costs, and prevent emergence of anti… Show more
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