Qualitative exploration of perspectives of the pharmacists working in public-sector hospitals during COVID-19 pandemic.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The COVID-19 pandemic, a serious global health threat, has excruciating social and economic implications given its transmissibility, lack of therapy, and severity. In such a situation, pharmacists as frontline healthcare professionals hold a significant position to tackle. This study was designed to explore the perception and preparedness of pharmacists working in public sector hospitals amid such a pandemic in Pakistan.

Methods

A total of 11 pharmacists were interviewed for this qualitative study design through a semi-structured interview guide. The interviews were recorded and transcribed verbatim.

Results

The thematic content analysis yielded six major themes; understanding of COVID-19, perceptions towards COVID-19, preventive aspects, management aspects

SUBMITTER: Khadka S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10022563 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature