Nmema Eucharia E

Department of Biological Sciences, Ondo State University of Science and Technology, Ondo State, Nigeria

Publications

• Research Article   
  Self-Medication Practices among Health Workers in a Tertiary Hospital in South-South Nigeria: Prevalence, Pattern and Determinants
  Author(s): Tobin Ekaete A*, Erhazele Jovita, Okonofua Martha and Nmema Eucharia E
  
  Background: Self-medication reduces the pressure on health services, but is often associated with inappropriate and irrational use, even among health workers. Aims: The study was carried out to determine the practice and determinants of self-medication among health care workers in a tertiary health facility in Nigeria. Materials and methods: In a cross-sectional study design, consenting health workers, selected through a multistage sampling technique, were interviewed using validated questionnaires. Statistical analysis: Data analysis was done using SPSS version 21. Bivariate analysis was tested using chi-square. Statistical signi icance was set as p<0.05. Results: Prevalence of self-medication in the last 6 months was 89.3% and signi.. Read More»