Knowledge, and attitude as determinants of healthcare professionals’ self-medication practice to antibacterials in Tertiary Care hospitals, North West Ethiopia

Abstract The rise of antimicrobial resistance, driven largely by the inappropriate use of antibiotics, presents a significant global health challenge. Healthcare professionals (HCPs) self-medication practice (SMP) with antibiotics is a concerning practice. The role of knowledge, and attitudes, in sh...

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Published in:	Scientific Reports
Main Authors:	Desalegn Getnet Demsie, Zenaw Debasu Addisu, Bereket Bahiru Tefera, Desye Gebrie, Etsay Weldekidan Tsegay, Adane Yehualaw, Kebede Feyisa, Malede Berihun Yismaw, Selamawit Yimer Kebede, Gizachew Motbaynor, Yazachew Engida, Abere Tilahun, Niguse Meles Alema, Getahun Mihret, Daniel Getasew, Nardos Bishaw, Chernet Tafere
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	Nature Portfolio 2025-02-01
Subjects:	Self-medication practice Healthcare professionals Antibiotics Knowledge Attitude
Online Access:	https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-025-88979-1