KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDE AND PRACTICES OF RESIDENTS IN BARANGAY MANGA, PEÑABLANCA CAGAYAN TOWARDS THE USE OF ANTIBIOTICS

Abstract

The study aimed to evaluate the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of residents in Barangay Manga, Peñablanca Cagayan regarding antibiotic use. Data collection involved facilitated interviews to gather responses on their antibiotic-related knowledge, attitudes, and practices. A simple random sampling method was utilized for the survey. Findings indicated that while respondents demonstrated good knowledge and positive attitudes, their practices did not align with this understanding. Factors such as sex, religion, educational attainment, and monthly income were found to influence knowledge, while sex and educational attainment affected attitudes towards antibiotic use. Despite the favorable knowledge and attitudes observed, the researchers concluded that the poor practices of the respondents persisted. Thus, it was recommended to conduct seminars or extension programs aimed at addressing these discrepancies and combating antibiotic resistance.