Evaluation of Information Attitudes and Behaviors of Yozgat Bozok University Employees towards Rational Drug Use

Authors : Serkan Şahin, Ayça Çakmak Aydin

Pages : 587-592

Doi:10.31067/acusaglik.1070547

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Publication Date : 2022-10-01

Article Type : Research

Abstract :Purpose In our study, it is aimed to evaluate the knowledge, attitudes and behaviors of the employees working in the academic and administrative units of Yozgat Bozok University in terms of rational drug use, since they are organizations that raising awareness in society. Materials and Methods: The study is a descriptive type of research. In order to evaluate the rational drug use of Yozgat Bozok University employees, the study was carried out by applying a questionnaire consisting of 4 sections and 41 questions and prepared in the electronic environment. Data analysis was done using IBM SPSS 23.0 package program. Demographic characteristics of the participants were reported using descriptive statistics (frequencies, ratios, mean, median) and distribution criteria (standard deviation, minimum-maximum). Results: The study was completed with the participation of 189 personnel. 45% (n:104) of the participants in the study were men and 55% (85) were women. When the knowledge of rational drug use was evaluated, it was found to be lower in those with primary education, high school, and equivalent school, those with an income level of 5000 TL and below, and men (p<0.05). It was determined that the participants mostly used painkillers and vitamins without the advice of a physician. Conclusion: There is a general lack of knowledge about rational drug use, and therefore it is necessary to organize various activities to overcome this deficiency. The organization of activities to eliminate this deficiency, especially by universities and other public institutions, will contribute greatly to the protection of our public health.
Keywords : Rational drug use, survey, level of knowledge, drug safety