@article {214, title = {Perception of Pharmacists about Scientific Publications in Saudi Arabia}, journal = {PTB Reports}, volume = {8}, year = {2022}, month = {April 2022}, pages = {01-11}, type = {Research Article}, chapter = {01}, abstract = {

Objectives: In this study, we aimed to explore the perception of pharmacists about scientific publications in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Methods: This is a cross-sectional study conducted to explore the perception of pharmacists about scientific publications in Saudi Arabia. We used a selfreported electronic survey questionnaire and distributed it to interns to consultants, and pharmacy specialists in Saudi Arabia. The survey collected demographic information of the responders, their perception of scientific publications, and barriers preventing them from participating in pharmacy scientific publications. In addition, we requested their suggestions on how to stimulate their interest in pharmacy publications. We used 5-point Likert response scale system with close-ended questions to obtain responses. The data were collected through the Survey Monkey system and analyzed with the Statistical Package of Social Sciences (SPSS), Jeffery{\textquoteright}s Amazing Statistics Program (JASP), and Microsoft Excel (version 16) software. Results: The average score for the perception of pharmacists about scientific publications was 3.74. The highest score (3.33) was obtained for the element {\textquotedblleft}the pharmacist understands the pharmacy publication and pharmacy publications terminology.{\textquotedblright} The score for the element {\textquotedblleft}pharmacist believes that pharmacy publications are essential for the pharmacist{\textquotedblright} was (3.97). According to our results, the pharmacists are interested in working on a pharmacy publications project. The average score for the barriers that prevent pharmacists from participating in pharmacy scientific publication was (3.76). The high score for the element {\textquotedblleft}the pharmacist believes that the daily activities prevent me from doing pharmacy publication as there is lack of interest and motivation{\textquotedblright} was 3.88. The score for the element {\textquotedblleft}pharmacist considers that pharmacy publications are essential for the pharmacist{\textquotedblright} was (3.85). The average score for the element {\textquotedblleft}suggestions to stimulate interest in pharmacy publications{\textquotedblright} was (3.40). The highest score was obtained for the element {\textquotedblleft}the pharmacist believes that teaching undergraduate students about pharmacy publications should be an integral part of the practice{\textquotedblright} was (3.68). The score for {\textquotedblleft}creating awareness about pharmacy practice-based pharmacy publications and benefits to practice{\textquotedblright} was (3.58). The score for the single-test reliability analysis of McDonald{\textquoteright}s ω was (0.905), Cronbach{\textquoteright}s α was (0.908), Gutmann{\textquoteright}s λ2 was (0.923), Gutmann{\textquoteright}s λ6 was (0.981), and greater lower bound was (0.993). Conclusion: The perception of pharmacists about scientific publication was found to be inadequate to fair. Therefore, removing the obstacles such as high workload and encouraging pharmacy staff to publish should improve the perception of performance publications in Saudi Arabia.

}, keywords = {Perception, Pharmacists, Publications Saudi Arabia, Scientific}, doi = {10.5530/PTB.2022.8.1}, author = {Yousef Ahmed Alomi and Sultan Mohammed Al-Jarallah and Juman saad Mohammad Alsaab and Razan Alshehri and Khawla Ibrahim Al-shahrani} } @article {187, title = {Dentist{\textquoteright}s Experiences and Expectations of Pharmacists in Saudi Arabia}, journal = {PTB Reports}, volume = {7}, year = {2021}, month = {April 2021}, pages = {09-16}, type = {Research Article}, chapter = {09}, abstract = {

Objectives: To declare the dentist{\textquoteright}s experiences and expectations of pharmacists in the kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Methods: It is a 4-month cross-sectional study about dentist{\textquoteright}s experiences and expectations of pharmacists in Saudi Arabia. It self-administered validated electronic survey with closed-ended questions, and the 5-point Likert response scale system was used. The survey consisted of demographic data of responders and items about dentists{\textquoteright} perception of pharmacists{\textquoteright} actual experiences, pharmacists{\textquoteright} recent experiences, future expectations of pharmacists, and barriers hiding the pharmacist role in the practice. Results: The total number of dentist{\textquoteright}s responders were 398 dentists. Of those, 205(51.51\%) were male, and 193 (48.49\%) were female. Most participants were 229(57.54\%) general practitioners and 75(18.61\%) residents. Many dentists contacted pharmacist for drug availability inquiries 311(79,13\%) and drug-drug interactions questions 265(68.65\%). The average scores of dentist{\textquoteright}s actual experiences of pharmacists were (3.12), the average scores of dentist{\textquoteright}s current expectations of pharmacists were (3.6), and dentist{\textquoteright}s future expectations of pharmacists were (3.52). Conclusion: Dentist experience and expectations of pharmacists were inadequate in the kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Targeting pharmacists{\textquoteright} awareness of pharmacists in the dental care and collaboration programs and activities or therapeutic guidelines between dentists and pharmacists are required.

}, keywords = {Dentist, Expectations, Experiences, Perception, Pharmacists, Saudi Arabia}, doi = {10.5530/PTB.2021.7.3}, author = {Yousef Alomi and Abdulaziz Al-Humaidan and Abdullah Alazzam} } @article {210, title = {Perception and Attitude of Public about Hand Sanitizers and Disinfectants in Saudi Arabia}, journal = {PTB Reports}, volume = {7}, year = {2021}, month = {December 2021}, pages = {107-114}, type = {Research Article}, chapter = {107}, abstract = {

Objectives: The public had malpractice and attitudes toward hand sanitizer and disinfectants during epidemic and pandemic situations. Even though there is evidence that sanitizers and disinfectants are efficacious and prevent disease transmission, the public{\textquoteright}s perception and attitude about their efficacy are still controversial. Therefore, in this study, we aimed to investigate the perception and attitude of hand sanitizers and disinfectants in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Design and Setting: A self-administered, structured questionnaire was sent to the public via online mode. The survey collected demographic information and information about perception and attitude about using hand sanitizer or disinfectant during COVID-19. Data were analyzed with the SPSS program. Results: A total of 402 participants responded to the questionnaire. Of them, 32.58\% were from the western region, and 25.76\% were from the central region, with statistically significant differences between different regions (p=0.000). Most of the responders (90.88\%) were Saudi nationals. In addition, the majority of the responders (65.17\%) were females, with statistically significant differences between males and females (p=0.000). The average score for attitude was 2.65. The average score for the perception was obtained for the element {\textquotedblleft}dedicate a specific place in the house to store hand sanitizer or disinfectant{\textquotedblright} (3.90). The responders accepted the sanitizer of disinfectant information from the health practitioners (3.75). The average score of perception was 3.18. The part with most perception by the patient was {\textquotedblleft}the efficacy and safety of sanitizer and disinfectant is the best factor to get them{\textquotedblright} (4.01), and {\textquotedblleft}there is a big difference between sanitizer and disinfectant in effectiveness and safety{\textquotedblright} (3.75). Conclusion: The public{\textquoteright}s perception of sanitizers and disinfectants was inadequate in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The public had the perception of knowledge of sanitizers and disinfectants, appropriate storage conditions, non-usage of herbal medications, and use of sanitizers and disinfectants. However, they had a wrong perception of the benefits of sanitizer and disinfectant-related problems. Therefore, public awareness about sanitizer and disinfectants should be improved in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

}, keywords = {Disinfectants, Perception, Public, Sanitizer, Saudi Arabia.}, doi = {10.5530/PTB.2021.7.18}, author = {Yousef Ahmed Alomi and Basmah Sulimain AlHamdan and Sahar Obaid Alosaimi and Deema Abdullah Altuwayhir and Aseel Hamed Alzaidi} } @article {191, title = {Perception of Dentists about Drug Information Resources in Saudi Arabia}, journal = {PTB Reports}, volume = {7}, year = {2021}, month = {April 2021}, pages = {35-39}, type = {Research Article}, chapter = {35}, abstract = {

Objectives: Previous studies have shown that overprescription of antibiotics and other drugs is still existing in dentistry. Fortunately, dental drug information resources can be used to help dentists choose the proper medication. In this study, we aimed to study dentists{\textquoteright} perceptions of dentists concerning the use of dental drug information resources in Saudi Arabia. Methods: This is a 4-month descriptive cross-sectional study. This self-reported electronic survey included dentists from all specialties of dentistry in Saudi Arabia. All nondentists and students were excluded from this study. The survey collected demographic information, dentists{\textquoteright} perceptions about dental drug information resources, and the barriers preventing them from implementing dental drug information resources. The survey was distributed through social media, and the data were validated and revised by expert reviewers and pilot testing. The reliability was assessed based on Cronbach{\textquoteright}s alpha value. The data were collected through the Survey Monkey system and analyzed using SPSS and JASP software. Results: A total of 260 dentists responded to this survey, with 28.85\% responding from the north and 24.62\% responding from the central region. Of them, 59.30\% were male, and 40.7\% were female responders. The majority of the dentists (98.85\%) were in 24{\textendash}35 years. Almost 51.92\% of the dentists were interns, followed by residents (24.23\%) and general practitioners (23.85\%). The score of dentists{\textquoteright} perceptions of dental drug information resources was (3.6); the highest for the element {\textquotedblleft}acknowledging that drug information resources can prevent medication errors and lead to positive outcomes.{\textquotedblright} The lowest score was recorded for the aspect (2.33) {\textquotedblleft}dental drug information resources are new for the dentist,{\textquotedblright} and they change the dentist{\textquoteright}s initial prescribing habits. The average score for the perception of barriers to implementing dental drug information resources was (3.5); the pharmacists were not aware of their responsibility, and dental drug information resources were not appropriately taught in dental school. Conclusion: Dentists need to be encouraged to learn about drugs. Dental schools should implement medication-focused courses to help students better understand the drug information resources. Further studies are warranted to measure the knowledge of undergraduate students of dentistry regarding the practice of dental drug information resources.

}, keywords = {Dentists, Drug Information, Perception, Resources, Saudi Arabia}, doi = {10.5530/PTB.2021.7.7}, author = {Yousef Ahmed Alomi and Anwar Mouslim Alshammari and Khaznah Saad Alshammari} }