Childhood Infections, Antibiotics, and Resistance: What Are Parents Saying Now?

摘要: Parental misconceptions and even "demand" for unnecessary antibiotics were previously viewed as contributors to overuse of these agents. We conducted focus groups explore the knowledge attitudes surrounding common infections antibiotic use in current era more judicious prescribing. Among diverse parents, we found widespread home remedies considerable concern regarding resistance. Parents generally expressed desire only when necessary. There was appreciation inherent error diagnosis infections, with most trust placed providers whom parents had long-standing relationships. While some experience "watchful waiting" otitis media, there little enthusiasm this approach. may still be room further education, it appears that have become informed sophisticated appropriate uses antibiotics. This has likely contributed declines seen their nationally.