Treatment of ESBLs
If an ESBL infection is identified
Nursing Care
Assess for further signs of infection
Ensure contact precautions are taken with residents infected or colonized with ESBL
When possible, residents with ESBL will have a single room
ESBL residents will be attended by healthcare workers wearing gloves and gowns
Visitors might also be asked to wear gloves and gowns
Healthcare providers and visitors remove their gowns and gloves upon leaving the room
Promote antimicrobial stewardship
Educate on lifestyle remedies such as hygiene importance and nutrition
TreatmentESBL bacteria may be killed or inhibited from growing by different antibiotics prescribed by a doctor. Colistin, is prescribed in rare cases when other medications have failed to stop the ESBL infection.
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