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Development of a rational antibiotic usage course for dentists
1Faculty of Medicine, Department of Public Health, Ege University, Izmir, Turkey. zeliha.ocek@ege.edu.tr
A rational antibiotic usage course significantly improved dentists' knowledge and satisfaction. The training addressed over-prescription and incorrect information, highlighting the need for ongoing education in dental antibiotic application.
Area of Science:
- Dental Pharmacology
- Medical Education
Background:
- Dentists exhibit irrational antibiotic usage patterns.
- Knowledge gaps exist regarding antibiotic efficacy and risks.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop a rational antibiotic usage course for dentists.
- To evaluate the course's short-term impact on knowledge and participant feedback.
Main Methods:
- Needs assessment survey of 162 dentists to identify knowledge gaps and usage patterns.
- Development of course content based on survey results.
- Pre/post-test knowledge assessment and Likert scale feedback from 58 participants.
Main Results:
- Significant improvement in post-test scores (9.74 to 18.16).
- High participant satisfaction with course content, trainers, and materials.
- Needs assessment revealed antibiotic over-prescription and reliance on incorrect information.
Conclusions:
- The developed course effectively enhanced dentists' knowledge of rational antibiotic use.
- Regular training and continuous knowledge refreshment are crucial for dental antibiotic application.
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