GAPP Guidelines

Galway University Hospitals (GUH) Antimicrobial Prescribing Guidelines in mobile app format for smartphone devices. Practical evidence-based empiric treatment recommendations for adult and paediatric infections by body system with recommended doses and duration, including options for penicillin allergy, dosing calculators for gentamicin and vancomycin, and much more. Developed for use by GUH staff – contact the Antimicrobial Stewardship Team for username and password details. Features: • Adult and paediatric guidelines • Gentamicin & vancomycin calculators • Renal dosing of antimicrobials • Antibiotic prophylaxis in surgery • Antimicrobial stewardship recommendations • Patient information • Easy navigation • Well illustrated algorithms and tables • Searchable • Free updates Access to Medical Information at the point of care is critical in ensuring safe and effective medical practices. The Medical eGuides(MEG) app provides a way for clinicians to deliver their guidelines, protocols and clinical practice guides to staff members on their own mobile devices. Access to this information at the point of care provides immediate guidance and helps to improve patient outcomes. For more information on the MEG system contact us through the developer links.