Tackling Antimicrobial Resistance: A Social Science Approach - Questionnaire

Antimicrobial drugs are used to treat infections, and inappropriate use can render them ineffective. Across the globe initiatives are underway in hospitals to improve antimicrobial prescribing behaviours. Little is known about the influence of local cultural factors in individual healthcare organisations which may influence the development of antimicrobial stewardship programmes. In this study, we aim to investigate the influence of local culture, colleagues and policy and guidelines on the development and implementation of antimicrobial in hospitals. This will enable healthcare organisations to better target their initiatives to influence antimicrobial prescribing, to improve patient level outcomes. 

What is the purpose of this study?

Antimicrobial stewardship interventions are being implemented across the globe. The purpose of this study is to find out what initiatives are taking place in the different institutions across the globe and which healthcare professionals have an active role in these initiatives.

Do I have to take part?

Your participation is voluntary. We would like you to consent to participate in this study as we believe that you can make an important contribution to the research. If you do not wish to participate you do not have to do anything in response to this request. We are asking you to take part in the research because you are a healthcare professional who is involved in the design, development and implementation of antimicrobial stewardship. We believe that you can provide important information to us that may be relevant to the evaluation that we are undertaking. Not participating in this survey will not have a detrimental effect on the outcome of the course for you.

What will I do if I take part?

If you are happy to participate in the research you will complete the following survey. The survey should take less than ten minutes to complete. No personal identifiable data will be collected.