Abstract

Self-medication is increasing internationally. It is associated with harmful impacts in patient's outcomes and healthcare systems. The results of the study identified the predictors of self-medication among university students in Oman.The results highlights the importance of emphasizing the implementation of laws that regulate drug prescribing and distributing.

Author Details

Nauf Al Faraji IV, BSN; Safa Alwahaibi, BSN; Thuraiya Aljamoodi, BSN; Aisha al Sheriani, BSN -- Nursing College, Sultan Qaboos University, Muscat, Oman; Loai Abu-Sharour, PhD, Adult Acute Care/Nursing, Sultan Qaboos University, Muscat, Oman

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Poster

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Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

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Research Approach

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Keywords:

Self-medication Practice, Prevalence, University Students

Conference Name

31st International Nursing Research Congress

Conference Host

Sigma Theta Tau International

Conference Location

Virtual Event

Conference Year

2020

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Self-medication practices among university students in Oman and the associated factors

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Self-medication is increasing internationally. It is associated with harmful impacts in patient's outcomes and healthcare systems. The results of the study identified the predictors of self-medication among university students in Oman.The results highlights the importance of emphasizing the implementation of laws that regulate drug prescribing and distributing.