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Knowledge and Attitudes of Nursing Students Regarding Antibiotic Resistance in Selected Nursing Institutes in Dhaka City

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  • Mst. Sharmin Sultana

    (Bangladesh University of Professionals, Bangladesh)

  • Maksudul Shadat Akash

    (Bangladesh University of Professionals, Bangladesh)

  • Raihan Ahmed Hridoy

    (Bangladesh University of Health Sciences, Bangladesh)

  • Sumaya Binte Mostofa

    (Bangladesh University of Professionals, Bangladesh)

  • Atikah Islam Chowdhury

    (Bangladesh University of Professionals, Bangladesh)

  • Najnin Ara Najia

    (Bangladesh University of Professionals, Bangladesh)

  • Riffat Zaman

    (Bangladesh University of Professionals, Bangladesh)

  • Mizanur Rahman Khan

    (Bangladesh University of Professionals, Bangladesh)

  • Shahanaz Chowdhury

    (Bangladesh University of Health Sciences, Bangladesh)

Abstract

Antibiotic resistance is a growing global public health threat, exacerbated by inappropriate antibiotic use and inadequate awareness among healthcare providers. Nursing students, as future frontline healthcare professionals, play a critical role in promoting rational antibiotic use and preventing the spread of resistance. This study aimed to assess the knowledge and attitudes of nursing students regarding antibiotics and antibiotic resistance in selected nursing institutes in Dhaka City. A cross-sectional study was conducted among 131 final-year female nursing students from the Armed Forces Medical Institute (AFMI) and Nursing College Mitford, Dhaka (NCMD). Data were collected using a pretested structured Likert-scale questionnaire covering socio-demographic characteristics, general knowledge of antibiotics, knowledge of antibiotic resistance, attitudes towards antibiotic resistance, and sources of information. Data were analyzed using SPSS version 20.0. The mean age of participants was 22.4 ± 0.77 years. Most respondents demonstrated an average level of general knowledge regarding antibiotics (63.36%) and antibiotic resistance (64.12%). However, notable misconceptions persisted, particularly regarding the effectiveness of antibiotics against viral and fungal infections. The majority of respondents (58.78%) exhibited a neutral attitude towards antibiotic resistance, while 21.37% showed a positive attitude. Although nursing students demonstrated satisfactory knowledge of antibiotics and antibiotic resistance, misconceptions and predominantly neutral attitudes highlight the need for strengthened educational interventions. Integrating focused antibiotic stewardship content into nursing curricula and promoting continuous awareness programs may enhance positive attitudes and contribute to mitigating antibiotic resistance.

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  • Mst. Sharmin Sultana & Maksudul Shadat Akash & Raihan Ahmed Hridoy & Sumaya Binte Mostofa & Atikah Islam Chowdhury & Najnin Ara Najia & Riffat Zaman & Mizanur Rahman Khan & Shahanaz Chowdhury, 2026. "Knowledge and Attitudes of Nursing Students Regarding Antibiotic Resistance in Selected Nursing Institutes in Dhaka City," European Journal of Medical and Health Sciences, European Open Science, vol. 8(3), pages 32-40, May.
    • Handle: RePEc:epw:ejmed0:v:8:y:2026:i:3:id:70270
    DOI: 10.24018/ejmed.2026.8.3.70270
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