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Table 1 AOM-related topics used in the questionnaire

From: Parental views on acute otitis media (AOM) and its therapy in children - results of an exploratory survey in German childcare facilities

Parental knowledge/beliefs about AOM

• Causes of AOM

• Symptoms of AOM

• Course of the disease

• Treatment options

• Effects of antibiotics

Parental attitudes towards AOM treatment

• Importance of contact partners

• Relevant media for obtaining information

• Attitudes towards use of antibiotic in own child

Parental experiences with AOM treatment

• Frequency of AOM episodes

• Choice of health care practitioner

• Parental requests for treatment

• Actual doctor’s prescription

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BMC Pediatrics

ISSN: 1471-2431

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