Knowledge and confidence in the prescription of anti-inflammatory drugs among dentistry students: a cross-sectional analysis
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Anti-inflammatory drugs, Dentistry students, PharmacotherapyAbstract
Objective: To evaluate the knowledge of Dentistry students at the State University of Feira de Santana (UEFS) regarding the pharmacotherapy of anti-inflammatory drugs, addressing pharmacodynamics, pharmacological classes, adverse reactions, and clinical indications, as well as exploring perceptions about teaching and learning in the area. Materials and Methods: An online self-administered questionnaire, containing 11 multiple-choice questions and 1 open-ended question, was applied to 180 students. The participants were grouped into intermediate semesters (IS; 5th to 7th) and final semesters (FS; 8th to 10th). The data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistical tests, with a significance level of 5%. Results: 46.1% of eligible students responded to the questionnaire. The overall average score was 5.76 out of 10, with no differences between the IS group (5.85) and the FS group (5.68; p = 0.237). Significant differences were observed in therapeutic approaches to oral pathologies: for recurrent aphthous stomatitis, the FS group performed better (p = 0.033; OR = 3.2), while for erosive lichen planus, the IS group had better results (p = 0.029; OR = 2.7). Additionally, there was a predominance of incorrect answers related to the adverse effects of anti-inflammatory drugs, with similar performance between the IS and FS groups (p>0.05). In self-perception, 49% of the IS group classified their knowledge as "insufficient," while 60% of the FS group considered it "sufficient." Conclusion: Although students demonstrated average general knowledge about anti-inflammatory drugs, the gaps in practical and advanced topics, especially related to adverse reactions and the management of patients with comorbidities, highlight the need to more effectively integrate theoretical and practical content in pharmacotherapy education.
Keywords: Anti-inflammatory drugs; Dentistry students; Pharmacotherapy
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