ArticleAntimicrobial stewardship & healthcare epidemiology : ASHE2026
A feasibility study of the use of a patient leaflet for respiratory tract infection consultations in general practice in Ireland.
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Abstract
Background: Efforts to address overuse of antibiotics for RTIs are important to limit antimicrobial resistance. Leaflets used during GP consultations can empower patients to self-manage respiratory infections (RTIs) and support a reduction in unnecessary antibiotic prescribing. Objectives: This study aimed to assess the feasibility and acceptability of a Treat Your RTI (TY-RTI) patient leaflet for GP consultations in Ireland. Methods: A single-arm mixed-methods feasibility study was conducted. Six GPs in daytime practice and three GPs in out-of-hours (OOH) services were recruited to use the TY-RTI leaflet during routine RTI consultations where an immediate antibiotic was not deemed necessary. GPs and patients completed questionnaires to assess the feasibility and usefulness of the leaflet during the consultation. Ethical approval was obtained. Results: The TY-RTI patient leaflet was used by GPs in 201 RTI consultations (57 in OOH, 28%), and 84 (42%) patients/parents completed the questionnaire (9/84 in OOH, 11%). For over 90% (182/201) of consultations, GPs reported the leaflet was useful, supported communication, safety-netting, and did not increase consultation time. All patients/parents found the leaflet easy to read and useful. They reported the leaflet gave them confidence to self-manage RTIs without antibiotics (88%, 74/84), and it changed their views of the need for antibiotics (81%, 68/84). Conclusions: This study demonstrates the feasibility and acceptability of the TY-RTI leaflet for GPs and patients, supporting its wider implementation. The leaflet supports improved communication and safety netting in the consultation and empowers patients in the self-management of RTIs, with potential to reduce patients' antibiotic-seeking behavior.
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