Open Access. Powered by Scholars. Published by Universities.®
Articles 1 - 1 of 1
Full-Text Articles in Medicine and Health Sciences
Knowledge, Attitudes, And Practices Of Nurses Regarding Antibiotic Stewardship In North Lebanon: A Cross-Sectional Study, Mariam El Baida, Sara Mina
Knowledge, Attitudes, And Practices Of Nurses Regarding Antibiotic Stewardship In North Lebanon: A Cross-Sectional Study, Mariam El Baida, Sara Mina
BAU Journal - Health and Wellbeing
ABSTRACT: Background: Antimicrobial resistance is an urgent global issue. Several associations are supporting the implementation of antibiotic stewardship programs in all hospitals. This program is multidisciplinary in its nature however, nurses are often not included in the antibiotic stewardship team. The role of nurses in antibiotic stewardship needs further development, and additional information is needed regarding gaps in nurses’ knowledge and attitudes toward antibiotic stewardship. Hence, this study was conducted to assess the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of nursing staff regarding antibiotic stewardship in North Lebanon and identify the barriers that prevent their participation. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was …