Antibiograms are summaries of a bacterium's sensitivity to specific antimicrobial drugs. How are these used? (Select all that apply)

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Antibiograms are primarily used by healthcare professionals, including physicians and pharmacists, to select the most effective antibacterial therapies for patients based on the sensitivity of bacteria to various antimicrobial drugs. They are also utilized by public health workers to monitor and analyze the development of resistance trends within specific settings, such as hospitals, and can be used to compare resistance trends between different facilities nationwide, aiding in the understanding and management of antimicrobial resistance. They are not typically used directly by patients to make decisions about which antimicrobial agents to take, as this decision requires professional medical advice and interpretation of antibiograms.

Antibiograms Are Summaries of a Bacterium's Sensitivity to Specific Antimicrobial