A systematic review of antimicrobial stewardship education for undergraduate students in medicine, nursing, pharmacy, dentistry, veterinary science and midwifery using COM-B framework.

ABSTRACT:

Background and objective

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a global health challenge driven by inappropriate prescribing. Antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) education during undergraduate training is important to prepare future healthcare professionals for responsible prescribing, yet provision remains inconsistent across disciplines. To systematically review AMS educational interventions for undergraduate medical, pharmacy, nursing, dental, veterinary and midwifery students, and evaluate the behavioural coverage using the COM-B framework.

Methods

A protocol was registered on PROSPERO (CRD420250655653). Six databases were searched on 4 February 2025. Eligible studies evaluated AMS educational interventions for undergraduate students. Data were independently extracted in duplica

SUBMITTER: Weeks S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12776017 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature