Table 2.

Preferences for an antimicrobial app and patients' perceptions on the utilization of electronic platforms by health care professionals.

Parameter		n (%)
Characteristics of a dedicated antimicrobial app for patients/public (n=85)
	Treatment of symptoms	64 (75)
	Side-effects of antimicrobials	60 (71)
	Duration of common infections	53 (62)
	Tips on how to reduce risk of getting common infections	49 (58)
	Are antimicrobials indicated for my infection?	48 (56)
	When do I need to see my doctor?	47 (55)
	Signs of bacterial versus viral chest infections	43 (51)
	Recording of antimicrobial treatment information	30 (35)
	Other information (free text)	5 (6)
Patients’ perceptions on use of mobile electronic devices during a consultation with a doctor (n=95)
	Fine to use	52 (55)
	Not fine, they should not be using it	12 (13)
	Depends on the situation	22 (23)
	Other: specific scenario given	9 (9)