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Iran J Med Microbiol 2024, 18(6): 398-410 |
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Cabuhat K S P, Ong C J N, Lee M Y S, Mallari R, Balilla J, Espiritu L M. Assessment of Knowledge, Attitude, and Behavior (KAB) Associated With the Use of Antibiotics and Presence of Antibiotic Resistance Among STEM Students in the Philippines: A Cross-sectional Study. Iran J Med Microbiol 2024; 18 (6) :398-410
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Kevin Smith P. Cabuhat1 
, Christian Joseph N. Ong2 , Mary Ylane S. Lee3 , Rorimar Mallari4 , Jeffhraim Balilla5 , Llewelyn M. Espiritu6
, Christian Joseph N. Ong2 , Mary Ylane S. Lee3 , Rorimar Mallari4 , Jeffhraim Balilla5 , Llewelyn M. Espiritu6
1- Department of Biology, College of Science, De La Salle University, Manila, Philippines & Department of Basic Education, La Consolacion University Philippines, Malolos, Bulacan, Philippines
2- Department of Biology, College of Science, De La Salle University, Manila, Philippines ,christian_joseph_ong@dlsu.edu.ph
3- Department of Biology, College of Science, Bulacan State University, Malolos, Bulacan, Philippines
4- Department of Basic Education, La Consolacion University Philippines, Malolos, Bulacan, Philippines
5- Department of Mathematics, College of Science, Bulacan State University, Malolos, Bulacan, Philippines
6- Department of Biology, College of Science, De La Salle University, Manila, Philippines
2- Department of Biology, College of Science, De La Salle University, Manila, Philippines ,
3- Department of Biology, College of Science, Bulacan State University, Malolos, Bulacan, Philippines
4- Department of Basic Education, La Consolacion University Philippines, Malolos, Bulacan, Philippines
5- Department of Mathematics, College of Science, Bulacan State University, Malolos, Bulacan, Philippines
6- Department of Biology, College of Science, De La Salle University, Manila, Philippines
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Background and Aim: Misuse and overuse of antibiotics fuel the development of antibiotic resistance. Therefore, these drugs have become ineffective and antimicrobial resistance has emerged. The study aimed to assess the current knowledge, attitude, and behavior (KAB) of the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) students in one of the selected private universities in Malolos, Bulacan, Philippines, concerning antibiotic resistance and usage.
Materials and Methods: This cross-sectional study surveyed 245 Grade 12 STEM students in Malolos, Bulacan, Philippines using KAB survey questionnaires to assess the antibiotic use and resistance in society. This group was selected as they will be future deciding authorities to educate people. The survey assessed students' KAB regarding the use of antimicrobial drugs in clinical settings.
Results: The study revealed low level of students’ knowledge about antibiotic usage and the presence of antibiotic resistance. They incorrectly believed that antibiotics can be used as prophylaxis and can be bought without prescription. Additionally, they believed that antibiotics can speed up the recovery of colds and coughs. On the attitude level, less than 60% agreed that antibiotic resistance is a global public health concern. Additionally, 3 out of 7 statements in the behavior section were incorrectly answered, indicating low level of behavior.
Conclusion: The findings indicate a need to promote awareness about proper antibiotic usage that may provide helpful additional evidence to develop a successful framework for improving antibiotic information dissemination, particularly in academic institutions.
Keywords: Antibiotics, Antibiotic resistance, Antimicrobial stewardship, Cross-sectional study, Medical Microbiology
Type of Study: Original Research Article |
Subject:
Antibiotic Resistance
Received: 2024/05/15 | Accepted: 2024/10/23 | ePublished: 2025/01/29
Received: 2024/05/15 | Accepted: 2024/10/23 | ePublished: 2025/01/29
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