Impact of guidelines on antibiotic prescribing approach in primary care —a 10-year study

ConclusionThe research showed improvement in physicians ’ knowledge in choosing the right antibiotic based on the analysis of answers but indicated the necessity for improving communication skills and empowering physicians not to prescribe antibiotics ‘just in case’ because of diagnostic uncertainty or patient demand. Further qualitative research i s needed to understand physicians’ prescribing behaviour and decision-making processes in order to develop interventions that will effectively improve the use of antibiotics.
Source: Family Practice - Category: Primary Care Source Type: research