Assessment of Physicians' Practice in Implementing Antibiotic Stewardship Program in Najran City, Saudi Arabia: A Cross-Sectional Study.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

One of the main causes of illness, mortality, and rising medical costs is antimicrobial resistance, which is a global healthcare concern.

Objectives

This study explores the practice of physicians toward the effective implementation of Antibiotic Stewardship Programs (ASPs) in Najran city, Saudi Arabia.

Methodology

This cross-sectional study was conducted among physicians working at primary care setting in Najran city, Saudi Arabia, between May and August 2023. A self-administered questionnaire was distributed among the physicians composed of three parts: socio-demographic data, a questionnaire about physicians' practice in the efficacy of ASP, and a questionnaire about physicians' practice regarding prescribing antibiotics.

Results

Of the 128 physi

SUBMITTER: Alqahtani NS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10892749 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature