The Equity and Efficacy of Antibiotics Altered by Food Consumption

 

Jillian Huff, Tiara Hood, Quincey Lambert, Melanie Shipe, & Sarah E. Ruffell

Advances in Biology Laboratory Education, 2020, Volume 41

https://doi.org/10.37590/able.v41.abs38

Abstract

A major challenge in the healthcare industry is that patients incorrectly use their medications. Research has shown that this behavior can sometimes be associated with language, financial limitations, and culture. The purpose of this exercise was to demonstrate the significant role these barriers have on correct use of medications, and the impact of equity in changing this behavior. This exercise is designed for student participation in groups of two and requires two days to complete, not including preparation.

Keywords:  antibiotic, penicillin, effectiveness, equity

University of Ottawa (2019)