Multivariate Logistic Regression Model With Variables Associated With the Patient’s Hope for Antibiotics, Adjusted for Other Independent Predictors and Potential Confounders
| Variable | Adjusted OR (95% CI)* | P Value |
|---|---|---|
| OR = odds ratio; CI = confidence interval. | ||
| * Adjusted for all variables mentioned in the table. | ||
| I want to be examined for the cause of my sore throat | 2.45 (0.81–7.44) | .11 |
| I want Dr to give me something for the pain | 6.44 (1.16–35.73) | .03 |
| I want to know how soon I will recover | 1.21 (0.50–2.95) | .68 |
| I feel anxious and would like Dr’s help | 0.65 (0.28–1.52) | .32 |
| I want a note for sick leave for school or work | 4.20 (1.82–9.68) | .001 |
| I want to be referred to a specialist | 4.44 (1.48–13.27) | .008 |
| I have problems and seek support | 1.03 (0.32–3.27) | .96 |
| Patient’s perceived illness severity | 1.00 (0.99–1.02) | .64 |
| Patient received an antibiotic prescription | 4.03 (1.71–9.50) | .001 |
| Age of patient | 1.01 (0.98–1.04) | .34 |
| Male patient | 0.60 (0.28–1.29) | .19 |
| Educational level of patient | 1.01 (0.87–1.16) | .91 |
| “Antibiotics speed recovery from sore throat” | 3.52 (1.44–8.57) | .006 |