Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Antibiotic Use and Resistance among Second Year Medical Students in a Teaching Hospital

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Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Antibiotic Use and Resistance among Second Year Medical Students in a Teaching Hospital

Journal Title: Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research - Year 2018, Vol 6, Issue 8

Abstract

Awareness on the seriousness of antibiotic resistance is the first step towards curtailing its progress. Instructional and educational campaigns among medical students regarding this can help in particular as they are the future health care providers. [1] This study was done to assess the knowledge, attitude and practice of antibiotic use and resistance among undergraduate medical students so that teaching methods can be modified to inculcate and promote safe clinical practice culture in them, thereby enhancing patient safety. 173 second year medical students of a teaching hospital in South Kerala were given a modified 20 item pretested questionnaire to assess the knowledge, attitude and practice of antibiotic use and resistance after getting their informed consent. Each correct response was given a score of 1 and responses were graded. Data collected was statistically analysed using Microsoft Excel 2010 and results were expressed in proportions. Age ranged from 19 to 23 years. 58.3% were females. Knowledge scores were high in 96.5%. Good attitude was seen in 58% and the practice scores were excellent in 42.1%. Good knowledge, Positive attitude and good practices were noticed among undergraduate Medical students towards antibiotic use and resistance. However, more training programs and educational interventions should be done to further improve their knowledge, attitude and practice regarding this topic so as to ensure rational drug use in their future clinical practice.

Authors and Affiliations

Dr Manju. K . Nair

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