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Table 2 Perception of prudent anti-protozoal usage among AHPs in Kwara State (n = 435)

From: A cross-sectional questionnaire survey on knowledge of anti-protozoal drug use and resistance among AHPs in Kwara State, Nigeria

Knowledge of Protozoal Drug Prescription and Use in Animal Health

Frequency (%)

1. Does the use of antiprotozoal without prescription promote inappropriate use of antiprotozoal drugs?

 No

88 (20.2)

 Yes

347 (79.8)

2. Does poor clinical diagnosis promote inappropriate use of antiprotozoal drugs?

 No

74 (17)

 Yes

361 (83)

3. Does inadequate supervision of antiprotozoal use by qualified health workers promote inappropriate use of antiprotozoal drugs?

 No

92 (21.1)

 Yes

343 (78.9)

4. Are there any substitutes for these drugs?

 No

231 (53.1)

 Yes

204 (46.9)