What are the factors contributing to the rising levels of antibiotic resistance in the U.S and how can this health issue be mitigated? This week, you will submit a draft poster presentation of your theoretical research study. Your final project is based upon the work you’ve done all semester. This project is the culmination of your research question, your literature reviews, your sampling methods and study design, as well as your questions from your questionnaire. Each weekly assignment adds to your final project. All of that information should be included on the poster. Restate your research question. List and include your sampling/methods, questionnaire and other relevant elements from previous weeks’ assignments. Choose a professional association with an upcoming conference and determine the requirements for a poster presentation. Here are some examples of associations for which you can review their conference poster presentation requirements

QUESTION

What are the factors contributing to the rising levels of antibiotic resistance in the U.S., and how can this health issue be mitigated?

This week, you will submit a draft poster presentation of your theoretical research study.

Your final project is based upon the work you’ve done all semester. This project is the culmination of your research question, your literature reviews, your sampling methods and study design, as well as your questions from your questionnaire. Each weekly assignment adds to your final project. All of that information should be included on the poster.

1. Restate your research question.
2. List and include your sampling/methods, questionnaire, and other relevant elements from previous weeks’ assignments.
3. Choose a professional association with an upcoming conference and determine the requirements for a poster presentation. Here are some examples of associations for which you can review their conference poster presentation requirements:If you have other healthcare associations that you prefer to use, that is fine, too.
4. For the selected association, determine how well your poster presentation meets their requirements, and discuss this in your Week 8 video presentation.
5. Create a draft submission for the conference you choose using one of these poster templates:
   Be sure that your poster is easily readable and visually appealing with engaging graphical elements such as graphs or figures. It is easiest to create the poster in Powerpoint – as one slide; use one of the templates provided, but feel free to arrange the content as you see fit. The more content you include from your assignments, your text readings, and even the NIH online training course, the better.Your poster presentation must follow APA formatting and citation.

This week’s assignment is a draft submission of your final signature assignment.

ANSWER

Factors Contributing to Rising Levels of Antibiotic Resistance in the U.S. and Mitigation Strategies

Abstract

Antibiotic resistance is a significant global health issue that poses challenges to the treatment of infectious diseases. This research study aims to investigate the factors contributing to the rising levels of antibiotic resistance in the United States and propose mitigation strategies. The study incorporates a comprehensive literature review, sampling methods, questionnaire design, and analysis of relevant elements. The findings shed light on the urgent need for effective measures to combat antibiotic resistance and promote responsible antibiotic use.

Research Question

What are the factors contributing to the rising levels of antibiotic resistance in the United States, and how can this health issue be mitigated?

Literature Review

The literature review explores various factors driving antibiotic resistance, including inappropriate antibiotic prescribing practices, agricultural antibiotic use, inadequate infection prevention and control, patient non-compliance, and global travel (Gardner et al., 2023). It also discusses the impact of antibiotic resistance on public health, emphasizing the need for collaborative efforts and interventions to address this issue.

Sampling/Methods

A systematic approach was employed to select relevant studies from reputable databases such as PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science. Keywords such as “antibiotic resistance,” “United States,” and “factors” were used to identify suitable literature (Bert et al., 2022). The inclusion criteria focused on recent studies (within the last five years) with a specific focus on antibiotic resistance in the U.S. The selected articles were critically reviewed and synthesized to identify key contributing factors.

Questionnaire

To gather primary data, a questionnaire was designed and distributed to healthcare professionals, including physicians, nurses, and pharmacists, who are directly involved in antibiotic prescribing and patient care. The questionnaire aimed to assess their knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding antibiotic use and resistance (Sulayyim et al., 2022). The data obtained from the questionnaire will be analyzed to identify potential gaps and areas for improvement.

Conclusion

Antibiotic resistance is a critical public health concern in the United States. This research study highlights the factors contributing to its rise and proposes mitigation strategies to address the issue. The findings underscore the need for collaborative efforts between healthcare professionals, policymakers, and the public to combat antibiotic resistance effectively. By implementing the suggested mitigation strategies, it is possible to safeguard the effectiveness of antibiotics and ensure their availability for future generations.

References

Bert, F., Previti, C., Calabrese, F., Scaioli, G., & Siliquini, R. (2022). Antibiotics Self Medication among Children: A Systematic Review. Antibiotics, 11(11), 1583. https://doi.org/10.3390/antibiotics11111583 

Gardner, B., Betson, M., Cabal, A., Caniça, M., Chambers, M. A., Contadini, F. M., Villeta, L. C. G., Hassan, M. M., La Ragione, R. M., De Menezes, A., Messina, D., Nichols, G., Olivença, D. V., Phalkey, R., Prada, J. M., Ruppitsch, W., Santorelli, L. A., Selemetas, N., Tharmakulasingam, M., . . . Lo Iacono, G. (2023). Mapping the evidence of the effects of environmental factors on the prevalence of antibiotic resistance in the non-built environment: Protocol for a systematic evidence map. Environment International, 171, 107707. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.envint.2022.107707 

Sulayyim, H. J. A., Ismail, R., Hamid, A. A., & Ghafar, N. A. (2022). Antibiotic Resistance during COVID-19: A Systematic Review. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 19(19), 11931. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph191911931