Abstract:

Objective   To explore the satisfactory degree of the essential drug policies and its influencing factors among outpatients in Shandong province. Methods   739 outpatients were selected with stratified sampling and random sampling method to conduct questionnaire survey， and the data was analyzed with SPSS17.0. Results   There were only 36.5% respondents aware of the essential drug policies. The general satisfactory degree of essential drug policies was 70% among outpatients who knew this policy. Sex, economic situation of residence, physical condition, place of residence registered, first choice for medical treatment and concern for the medical policy could influence the satisfactory degree. Conclusion   The community residents in Shandong province are generally satisfied with the essential drug policies, but there are still some problems. The government should take measures to strengthen and improve essential drug policies continually.

Key words: Community health services; Essential drug; Satisfactory degree