Korean Journal of Clinical Pharmacy (한국임상약학회지)

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Analysis of Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices for Safe Medication Use in Caregivers for Pediatric Patients

소아환자 보호자의 소아 대상 약물사용 관련 지식, 태도, 행동 분석 연구

  • Soon Ji Moon (College of Pharmacy, Dongduk Women's University) ;
  • Kyungim Kim (College of Pharmacy, Korea University) ;
  • Kyung Hee Choi (College of Pharmacy, Gachon University) ;
  • Kiyon Rhew (College of Pharmacy, Dongduk Women's University)
  • 문순지 (동덕여자대학교 약학대학) ;
  • 김경임 (고려대학교 약학대학) ;
  • 최경희 (가천대학교 약학대학) ;
  • 유기연 (동덕여자대학교 약학대학)
  • Received : 2023.03.20
  • Accepted : 2023.05.01
  • Published : 2023.06.30
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Abstract

Background: The safe use of medication in children is important, as it can have significant implications for their health and wellbeing. Parents or caregivers play a crucial role in the medication administration process. Therefore, this study would evaluate the needs and current status (knowledge, attitude, and practice) of caregivers for children on the safe use of medication. Methods: We conducted questionnaires on 150 caregivers with children under nine years old and asked about their knowledge, attitude, and practice regarding the safe use of medication and their needs. Each question was conducted on a 5-point scale. Results: Of the 150 respondents, 128 were women, 75 were in their 30s, and 63 were in their 40s. Among them, 29 parents answered that they had been educated about the safe use of medicines, and 26 (84%) were satisfied with the education. Knowledge, attitude, and practice assessments on drug safety use (mean±SD) were found to be 3.83±0.44, 3.67±0.38, and 3.53±0.45, respectively. There were significant differences between the educated group and the uneducated group in knowledge and practice, not attitude. Conclusion:To provide appropriate education to caregivers of pediatric patients is necessary to ensure the safe and effective use of medication in children. Moreover, appropriate education can improve caregivers' understanding of medication use and lead to proper administration. Therefore, it is imperative to develop educational materials and strategies for medications that incorporate both specialized knowledge and practical applications for pediatric patients.

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본 연구는 2017년 식품의약품안전처의 지원을 받아 수행되었으며(과제번호 17172약품안178) 이에 감사드립니다.

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