Assessment of Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice (KAP) Regarding Antimicrobial Stewardship Among Resident Doctors in a Tertiary Care Teaching Hospital

Authors

  • Abid Manzoor Tutor, Department of Physiology, Balvir Singh Tomar Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, Jaipur. Author
  • Mohd Fadil Salmani Tutor, Army College of Medical Sciences, Delhi, India. Author
  • Dr. Kumaraswamy Dabburu Professor, Department of Pharmacology, Bridgetown International University School of Medicine, Bridgetown International University, Barbados Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.66328/ijprmh.2026.020104

Keywords:

Antimichrobial, Resident Doctors, KAP, Study, Resistance

Abstract

Background:
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) represents a major global health challenge, driven largely by inappropriate antimicrobial use. Antimicrobial stewardship programs (ASPs) aim to optimize antibiotic prescribing; however, their effectiveness depends significantly on the knowledge, attitude, and practices (KAP) of frontline prescribers, particularly resident doctors.

Methods:
A cross-sectional, questionnaire-based study was conducted at a tertiary care teaching institution in North India over six months. A structured, validated Google Forms proforma was used to assess KAP related to antimicrobial stewardship among resident doctors. A total of 1500 residents participated. Data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics, with p < 0.05 considered statistically significant.

Results:
Among participants, 48% demonstrated good knowledge, while 78% exhibited a positive attitude toward antimicrobial stewardship. Awareness of AMR was high (92%), but familiarity with WHO AWaRe classification was limited (44%). Appropriate prescribing practices were observed in only 44% of residents. Senior residents had significantly better knowledge compared to junior residents (p < 0.001). A notable gap between knowledge and practice was identified.

Conclusion:
Despite adequate awareness and favorable attitudes, substantial deficiencies in stewardship-related knowledge and prescribing practices persist among resident doctors. Structured training programs and strengthened institutional stewardship measures are essential to improve rational antimicrobial use and bridge the knowledge–practice gap.

Author Biography

  • Dr. Kumaraswamy Dabburu, Professor, Department of Pharmacology, Bridgetown International University School of Medicine, Bridgetown International University, Barbados

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2026-03-31

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Vol. 2 No. 1 (2026): Vol 2 Issue 1 January-March 2026

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Assessment of Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice (KAP) Regarding Antimicrobial Stewardship Among Resident Doctors in a Tertiary Care Teaching Hospital. (2026). International Journal of Public Research in Medicine and Health, 2(1). https://doi.org/10.66328/ijprmh.2026.020104