Summary of the interview topic guide
| Area | Issues discussed |
|---|---|
| Demographic information | Years in practice, years working in a LTCF |
| Process and decision-making | Procedure for diagnosing treating infection Challenges in treating infection Involvement with other healthcare professionals |
| Knowledge | Use of or awareness of a guideline for antibiotic prescribing Antibiotics commonly prescribed Knowledge of local antimicrobial resistance patterns Consequences of not prescribing antibiotics Problems associated with antibiotics |
| Strategies to improve antibiotic prescribing | Current activities, audits or prescribing feedback Areas where more support is needed |