How does antimicrobial resistance factor into deployed antimicrobial stewardship?

How does antimicrobial resistance factor into deployed antimicrobial stewardship?

• A. Use broad-spectrum antibiotics for all patients.
• B. Randomize antibiotic selection without tracking.
• C. Use antibiotics judiciously, track usage, choose narrow-spectrum agents when possible, and monitor resistance patterns.
• D. Do not use any antibiotics in deployed settings.

Answer: (C)