Nigerian pharmacists' self-perceived competence and confidence to plan and conduct pharmacy practice research.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Recent studies have revealed that pharmacists have interest in conducting research. However, lack of confidence is a major barrier.

Objective

This study evaluated pharmacists' self-perceived competence and confidence to plan and conduct health-related research.

Method

This cross sectional study was conducted during the 89th Annual National Conference of the Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria in November 2016. An adapted questionnaire was validated and administered to 200 pharmacist delegates during the conference.

Result

Overall, 127 questionnaires were included in the analysis. At least 80% of the pharmacists had previous health-related research experience. Pharmacist's competence and confidence scores were lowest for research skills such as: using s

SUBMITTER: Abubakar U 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5881485 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Jan-Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature