Assessment of Medical Students’ Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice Regarding Antibiotics and Antimicrobial Resistance: Insights from a Cross-Sectional Study
Israel Abebrese Sefah, Sarentha Chetty, Peter Yamoah, Johanna C. Meyer, Audrey Chigome, Brian Godman, Varsha Bangalee
Abstract
This research examines the knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) of medical students regarding antibiotics and antimicrobial resistance (AMR), recognizing their pivotal role in addressing this escalating global health issue. Adopting a cross-sectional methodology, the study used an online survey tool to capture a wide range of perspectives related to antibiotics and AMR. Data collection spanned from January through April 2023, yielding 340 completed questionnaires, which were subjected to co
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MedicineAntibioticsAntibiotic resistanceAntimicrobialIntensive care medicineMedical practiceData collectionFamily medicineMEDLINEAntimicrobial stewardshipHealth professionalsMedical literatureAntibacterial agentClinical PracticeAntimicrobial drugVariety (cybernetics)Health carePublic healthAntibiotic Use and ResistancePharmaceutical Practices and Patient OutcomesPharmaceutical studies and practices