Study of knowledge, attitude and practice of peripheral intravenous cannulation among interns at Mc Gann teaching district hospital, Shivamogga: a descriptive cross-sectional study

Background: Peripheral intravenous cannulation (PIVC) is a first-choice vascular device, commonly performed clinical skill by junior medical doctors and interns in hospital. Improper technique of PIVC can lead to pain, stress, increased chance of infection. Thus, practising the appropriate PIVC technique is vital for interns. This study is conducted to analyse the understanding and necessity for training required to perform accurate PIVC. The objective of this descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted to determine and identify the level of knowledge, attitude and practice regarding PIVC among the interns of Mc Gann teaching district hospital, Shivamogga.Methods: A validated structured questionnaire containing 20 questions regarding PIVC in knowledge, attitude and practice (KAP) format was distributed in hand among 109 interns affiliated to this institution. Descriptive statistics were used to illustrate the results in the form of number and percentage. Chi- square and one-way ANOVA was used to analyse the result. SPSS 21.0 was used.Results: 74% of the participating interns had proper knowledge about the vein commonly used for PIVC. Only 39% of the interns answered that PIVC was an aseptic technique. 108 participants had knowledge about the common complication due to PIVC which is thrombophlebitis. 2/3rd of the interns was supervised on their first PIVC procedure by a nurse. 94.4% of the interns were instructed regarding the hand washing technique during PIVC.Conclusions: Need for learning module and training programs to ensure the interns have knowledge PIVC technique, complications and management.

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Assessing the Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice (KAP) of Antimicrobial Resistant among MBBS, BDS and BSc Nursing Students in the Northern State of India. An Observational-based Cross-sectional Study

Advances in Bioscience and Clinical Medicine ◽

10.7575/aiac.abcmed.v.8n.2p.10 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 8 (2) ◽

pp. 10

Author(s):

Rupendra K. Bharti ◽

Joginder S. Pathania ◽

Vikas Sood ◽

Pratima Koshewara ◽

Tankeswar Dewangan

Keyword(s):

Social Sciences ◽

Nursing Students ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Sectional Study ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Adequate Knowledge ◽

Attitude And Practice ◽

First Choice ◽

Medical Disciplines ◽

Knowledge Attitude And Practice

Introduction: The knowledge, attitude & Practice of antimicrobials use and resistance is very essential to combat global antimicrobial resistance (AMR). As there were many studies focused on MBBS undergraduates but none of these studies compared their outcome between two other major medical disciplines like BDS & BSc Nursing. Methods: It was an observational-based cross-sectional study, including 23 validated objectives based questionnaire. Out of 440 students, 359 students (94 MBBS, 52 BDS & 213 BSc Nursing) fulfilled the criteria and participated. Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 23 for Chicago Inc. was used and considered for descriptive analyses. Results: More than 81% of all participants had adequate knowledge of AMR but in the case of sore throat and cold 50% BDS, 49.3% BSc Nursing opt antibiotics as the first choice of drugs as compared to 33% MBBS students. More than 81% of participants not willing to prescribe their choice of drug in the sickness of family members. Giving leftover antibiotics was higher among MBSS students than others. Conclusion: As we observed, even after completion of pharmacology more specifically, antibiotics & chemotherapy chapters in their courses many students didn’t understand what; where; when; and whom they can use antibiotics in real scenarios. We have to teach them the practicality of global emergence of AMR because these students going to become doctors, dentist, and nurses in various medical fields and will help to combat against global AMR.

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Assessment of knowledge, attitude and practice regarding rabies and its prevention among construction workers: a cross-sectional study in Berhampur, Odisha

International Journal of Research in Medical Sciences ◽

10.18203/2320-6012.ijrms20173964 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 5 (9) ◽

pp. 3971 ◽

Cited By ~ 2

Author(s):

Radha Madhab Tripathy ◽

Sushree Priyadarsini Satapathy ◽

Nivedita Karmee

Keyword(s):

Sex Education ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Human Infection ◽

Construction Workers ◽

Sectional Study ◽

Chi Square ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Attitude And Practice ◽

Chi Square Test ◽

Knowledge Attitude And Practice

Background: Rabies is a viral zoonosis and human infection usually occurs following transdermal bite or scratch by an infected animal. It is one of the most dangerous and completely preventable diseases. Construction workers are vulnerable to animal bites. So, this study was undertaken to study the knowledge, attitude and practice regarding animal bite and rabies among construction workers.Methods: A cross sectional study was done in campus of MKCG medical college, Berhampur, Odisha, India. Data was collected by using pre-designed interview from 400 construction workers. Data was entered and analyzed using SPSS V.17. Descriptive statistics and chi square test were applied. KAP score were calculated. P<0.05 was considered statistically significant.Results: Mean age group of study participants was 37.75±15.8, 72.5% were male and 27.5% were female. 84% of the participants had heard the word rabies. 65.75% among them had poor KAP score. KAP score was significantly associated with age, sex, education and residence.Conclusions: Construction workers had poor knowledge about animal bite and rabies. Their knowledge, attitude and practice with respect to prevention and treatment of rabies can be improved by providing proper health education.

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COVID-19 Pandemic: Public Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice towards Social Distancing and its Impact on the Population and the Healthcare System in Saudi Arabia

Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International ◽

10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i41a32298 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 14-25

Author(s):

Abdulaziz Aljuhni ◽

Khalid Almahmoud ◽

Sattam Alzahrani ◽

Naif Al-Thakfan ◽

Khalid Alswayed ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Saudi Arabia ◽

Positive Attitude ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Sectional Study ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Good Practices ◽

Social Distancing ◽

Attitude And Practice ◽

Level Of Knowledge ◽

Knowledge Attitude And Practice

Aims: To determine the knowledge, attitude, and practice of Saudi population towards social distancing and COVID-19. Study Design: Cross-sectional. Place and Duration of Study: This cross-sectional study was conducted in Riyadh city, the capital of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, during the national lockdown, between July 2020 and December 2020. Methodology: This cross-sectional study was conducted in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. A questionnaire composed of a total of 40 questions, which include socio-demographic, knowledge, attitude, and practice questions. According to the responses, a scale has been established in order to categorize the level of knowledge, attitude, and practice towards social distancing and COVID-19 into three categories; good, fair, and poor. One-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) and Independent t-test were used to determine the differences between categories. Multivariable linear regression analysis and Pearson’s correlation were performed in order to identify factors related to KAP. Results: This study included 407 participants; more than half of them (54%) were females, while (46%) were males. All participants were 18 years and above. The participants showed a fair level of knowledge, a positive attitude, and good practices toward COVID-19. Conclusion: The findings of this study suggest that Riyadh residents, especially females, have a fair level of knowledge, a positive attitude, and good practices toward COVID-19 and social distancing. More emphasis should be targeted on less educated population and men. This study may help policymakers to identify the target less knowledgeable groups for COVID-19 prevention and health education.

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Knowledge, Attitude and Practice toward Blood Donation among Undergraduate Medical Students of UPUMS, Saifai

Indian Journal of Community Health ◽

10.47203/ijch.2021.v33i01.020 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 33 (1) ◽

pp. 146-152

Author(s):

Ankita Sharma ◽

Peeyush Kariwala ◽

Kiran K. ◽

Mahima ◽

Kripashankar Nayak ◽

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Keyword(s):

Medical Students ◽

Blood Donation ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Undergraduate Medical Students ◽

Chi Square ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Adequate Knowledge ◽

Attitude And Practice ◽

Level Of Knowledge ◽

Knowledge Attitude And Practice

Background: Blood saves millions of life. It cannot be manufactured artificially. Young people are the hope and future of a safe blood supply in the world. So this study was conducted to know the knowledge, awareness and practices among medical students regarding blood donation. Aim & Objective: To study the level of knowledge, attitude and practices about blood donation among undergraduate medical students. To educate the students about blood donation. Settings and Design: The present study was carried out among MBBS students of UPUMS, Saifai. A cross-sectional study was conducted on 452 medical college students. Methods and Material: A pretested, semi-structured questionnaire was used for collecting the necessary information after getting informed consent. Statistical analysis used: Descriptive statistics was used to assess the level of knowledge, attitude and practice. Chi square test was applied to examine the association between knowledge level and other independent variables. Results: A questionnaire based survey among 452 medical students (59.5% males & 40.4% females) regarding blood donation revealed that majority knew about age and weight criteria (57.3% & 67.9% respectively). Of all 93% were willing to donate, while 36% had donated previously; out of which 52.7% had donated more than once. There is significant association between blood donation practice with academic year and gender. Conclusions: The study concludes that many of the students did not have adequate knowledge on blood donation but they have positive attitude towards blood donation. There is a need for education and motivation regarding blood donation through regular CMEs, seminars and campaigns

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Knowledge, Attitude and Practices Towards Lifestyle Related Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs): A Cross Sectional Study among Indigenous Orang Asli Adults in Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia

IIUM Medical Journal Malaysia ◽

10.31436/imjm.v19i2.1569 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 19 (2) ◽

Author(s):

Ithnin M ◽

Nor NAUM ◽

Juliana N ◽

Effendy NM ◽

Sahar MA ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Communicable Diseases ◽

Lifestyle Changes ◽

Sectional Study ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Orang Asli ◽

Non Communicable Diseases ◽

Attitude And Practice ◽

Level Of Knowledge ◽

Knowledge Attitude And Practice

INTRODUCTION: An increase in the prevalence of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) among Orang Asli in Malaysia was reported to be associated with their lifestyle changes. This study aimed to determine the level of knowledge, attitude, and practice (KAP) on NCDs among the Orang Asli community and its association with demographic factors of gender, age, and education level. MATERIAL AND METHODS: A cross-sectional study among consented adult Orang Asli in Jelebu, Negeri Sembilan, was conducted by a face-to-face interview using a validated questionnaire. Their knowledge, attitude, and practice on selected NCD risk factors, complications, and treatment was recorded. Bivariate analysis was performed to test the association between their demographic profile and KAP score. RESULTS: A total of 325 respondents with a mean age of 39.9 (±13.2) ranged from 18 to 83 years old participated in this study. Majority of the participants (72.3%) had inadequate knowledge. Despite the inadequacy, they have a good attitude (72.3%) and a moderate practice level (63.4%). Respondents with higher education backgrounds had significantly better knowledge scores compared to lower education background (p<0.001). Female respondents had better practice scores than male respondents (p=0.001). CONCLUSIONS: The study shows that the level of knowledge on NCDs among Orang Asli is low with a moderately healthy lifestyle. Improving the Orang Asli understanding of NCDs prevention by incorporating health programs regularly in their community is a strategic method to increase their awareness. Hence, escalating their good practice on NCDs and eventually their health.

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Knowledge, Attitude and Practice regarding food hygiene among food handlers: A cross sectional study

Janaki Medical College Journal of Medical Science ◽

10.3126/jmcjms.v3i1.15370 ◽

2016 ◽

Vol 3 (1) ◽

pp. 14-19

Author(s):

B Pokhrel ◽

KP Pokhrel ◽

MR Chhetri ◽

RV Awate ◽

NK Sah

Keyword(s):

Large Scale ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Food Hygiene ◽

Food Handlers ◽

Sectional Study ◽

Chi Square ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Attitude And Practice ◽

Service Staff ◽

Knowledge Attitude And Practice

Background and objectives: Food is an important basic necessity, its procurement, preparation and consumption is vital for the sustenance of life. However, diseases that spread through food are common and persistent problems result in appreciable morbidity and occasionally in death. Eating establishments provide food on a large scale and are important from the point of view of epidemiology of food borne diseases in the community. This study is carried out to assess the Knowledge, Attitude and Practice (KAP) regarding food hygiene among food handlers working in food establishment in Nehru Nagar, Belgaum City.Material and Methods: A descriptive cross sectional study was conducted in food establishment in Nehru Nagar, Belgaum City. Sample is a subset of a population selected to participate in a study. Total number of food establishment’s functioning in Nehru Nagar is 103. . From each food establishment’s one cook, one helper and one service staff was selected randomly. Hence the total number of samples in the study is 103x 3= 309. Pre-tested structured questionnaire was used to gather information regarding practices of food hygiene. Data were coded and entered into SPSS sheet and analyzed by using SPSS software (SPSS 20.0 Version). Proportions were calculated wherever required from frequency tables. Chi square test was used.Results: The maximum number of subjects 251(81.2%) had average knowledge, 237 (76.7%) had average attitude and 262 (84.8%) had average practice. There is a statistically significant association found between demographic variables such as, nationality, religion, education, marital status, duration of employment, with knowledge of food handlers at the p < 0.05 level of significance.Conclusion: The food hygiene is an important aspect in food establishments made it compulsory for food handlers to provide clean food and free from contamination.Janaki Medical College Journal of Medical Sciences (2015) Vol. 3 (1):14-19

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Ergonomics knowledge, attitude, and practice among biomedical scientists

10.1101/2021.07.25.21261088 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Nasar Alwahaibi ◽

Ibrahim Al Abri ◽

Mallak Al Sadairi ◽

Samira Al Rawahi

Keyword(s):

Healthcare Professionals ◽

Healthcare Services ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Sectional Study ◽

Chi Square ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Attitude And Practice ◽

Chi Square Test ◽

High Attitude ◽

Knowledge Attitude And Practice

Biomedical scientists (BMSs) are important professionals for healthcare services as they help in the detection, diagnosis, and treatment of numerous diseases. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first study to assess ergonomics knowledge, attitude, and practice among BMSs. A cross-sectional study was carried out among BMSs using a self-constructed questionnaire. The association between these parameters and various risk factors was measured using the Chi-square test. The study included 110 BMSs. Females represented 68.2% and 45.5% were in the age of 25-34. Good ergonomics knowledge showed in 54.5% and 82.7% showed high positive attitude. However, poor ergonomics showed in 83.5%. There was no significant interrelation between the three parameters. A significant association was found between the male gender (0.040), more than 20 working experience (0.016), and good ergonomics practice. Biomedical scientists have good knowledge, high attitude but the poor practice of ergonomics. Ergonomics training and practice should be firmly enhanced among these healthcare professionals.

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