Knowledge, attitudes, and practices among physicians and pharmacists toward antibiotic use in sepsis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Sepsis management in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) presents a significant challenge within contemporary healthcare. The primary challenge lies in ensuring the timely and appropriate utilization of antibiotics. Inappropriate antibiotic use in sepsis management can result in a multitude of adverse outcomes. There has been insufficient focus on thoroughly understanding and resolving the issues related to the improper application of antibiotics in sepsis treatment by physicians and pharmacists. This gap in research is concerning, considering its potential implications for patient outcomes and public health. This study aimed to assess the knowledge, attitudes and practices (KAP) among physicians and pharmacists toward antibiotic use in sepsis.

Methods

This web-based cr

SUBMITTER: Zhang J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11774854 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature