Uncovering influential factors in human antibiotic prescribing: a meta-synthesis study informed by the Theoretical Domains Framework

Marta Acampora, Michele Paleologo, Guendalina Graffigna, Serena Barello*

*Autore corrispondente per questo lavoro

Risultato della ricerca: Contributo in rivistaArticolo in rivista

Abstract

This study aimed to identify modifiable determinants (facilitators and barriers) related to the choice of prescribing antibiotics in human medicine across clinical settings. Enhanced management of antibiotics can help slow the spread of resistant bacteria. A qualitative meta-synthesis approach was used, according to Sandelowski and Barroso's method. Included studies were evaluated using the Critical Appraisal Skills Programme. Findings were extracted and organized to form a qualitative meta-summary. The Theoretical Domains Framework, the Capabilities-Opportunities-Motivation (COM-B) model and the Behaviour Change Wheel were used as a coding matrix for data interpretation. The analysis of 63 included studies revealed barriers and facilitators in 12 of 14 domains specified by the Theoretical Domains Framework. Prescribers' capabilities, motivation and opportunities were found to be the main drivers of antibiotic prescribing behaviour. Knowledge, skills, beliefs, expectations, the influence of patients and colleagues, organizational culture and infrastructure characteristics have a significant impact on prescribing behaviours. A comprehensive inventory of factors related to antibiotic prescribing has been compiled. Interventions to promote appropriate antibiotic prescribing should take a systemic approach rather than focusing solely on individual-level variables. Furthermore, the adoption of co-design approaches for such interventions is desirable to ensure greater applicability and sustainability in the real-world context of organizations.
Lingua originaleEnglish
pagine (da-a)28-55
Numero di pagine28
RivistaJournal of Hospital Infection
Volume144
DOI
Stato di pubblicazionePubblicato - 2023

Keywords

  • Antibiotic prescribing
  • Antimicrobial stewardship
  • Theoretical Domains Framework
  • Meta-synthesis
  • Modifiable determinants
  • COM-B model

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