scholarly journals Assessment of knowledge, attitude and practice of diabetic people in Najran, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

2017 ◽  
Vol 5 (5) ◽  
pp. 2150 ◽  
Author(s):  
Walid G. Babikr ◽  
Abdullah I. Aedh ◽  
Awad Mohamed Ahmed ◽  
Ahmed Abdelraheem ◽  
Mohammed Alasmary ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Educational Program ◽  
Attitude Questionnaire ◽  
Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Knowledge Questionnaire ◽  
Attitude And Practice ◽  
Health Authorities ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Knowledge Attitude And Practice

Background: This cross-sectional hospital based study aimed at determining the level of knowledge, attitude and practice of diabetes among local people of Najran, Saudi Arabia.Methods: We aimed to investigate the levels of knowledge, attitude and practice among diabetic people in Najran area.Results: 10% of the participants scored >7, 28% scored >5 and 62% scored 5 and less in Knowledge questionnaire. None [0.00%] of the participants scored 7 or more out of the attitude questionnaire. 100% of the participants scored 5 and less out of 12. 100% of the participants scored >6 and 0% scored 12 or more in the practice questionnaire.Conclusions: Our study revealed that the level of knowledge, attitude and practice of diabetes in the area of Najran is very poor. We suggest that a structured educational program to be adopted by the health authorities in Saudi Arabia.

scholarly journals KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDE AND PRACTICE OF PEDIATRIC DROWNING FIRST AID AMONG PARENTS IN HAIL POPULATION, SAUDI ARABIA

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (02) ◽  
pp. 727-731
Author(s):  
Ghadah N. Alsdairi ◽  
Alreem M. Almarshadi ◽  
Raghad A. Alsdairi ◽  
Amal A. Alsadun ◽  
Mona M. Shahin
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Unintentional Injury ◽  
First Aid ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Public ◽  
Attitude And Practice ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Knowledge Attitude And Practice

Background: Around the world, drowning is one of the top three causes of death from unintentional injury, and children at the highest risk. Aim: Our study aims to assess the parents knowledge, attitude and practice towards pediatric drowning risks, causes and first aid. Methodology: This is a cross-sectional study was conducted on males and females parents at any age in Hail, Saudi Arabia, Through a self-administrated online questionnaire which divided into two sections: demographic information (age, gender, marital state and education level) and information about pediatric drowning (risk factors, causes, the riskiest place that could cause drowning, previous drowning accidents, swimming supervision, Pediatric drowning First Aid steps) Result: Our study included 406 male and female parents. The majority were females (81.7%). The level of knowledge about drowning first aid among the participants was moderate (with a mean of 8.14±2.57). (76.1%) of participants chose lack of supervision as a risk factor of drowning. The majority of the participants (77.8%) chose children not knowing how to swim as the cause of drowning. (87.7%) of the participants agreed that the public swimming pool is the riskiest place that could cause drowning. Most of the participants (74.9%) havent had any previous drownings.

scholarly journals Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice of Fevers in Children among the Parents in Jazan Region, Saudi Arabia

2021 ◽  
pp. 208-217
Author(s):  
Sailaja Rao ◽  
Saad Alqahtani ◽  
Aziza Hamoud ◽  
Rawan Hakami ◽  
Omnia Dkhn ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Health Clinic ◽  
Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Preventive Practices ◽  
Attitude And Practice ◽  
Chi Squared ◽  
Knowledge Attitude And Practice

Aims: The present study was aimed to assess the knowledge, attitude and preventive practices for fevers in children. Study Design: A cross-sectional study was conducted among the parents in a poly health clinic of Jazan. Place and Duration of Study: This study was conducted for a period of 4 months in Jazan region, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Methodology: The information was collected from the respondents about their knowledge, attitude and practice towards fevers using a pre-structured questionnaire. Data collection took place via online survey for about 4 months. A total number of 318 respondents were participated and statistical data analysis was analyzed for the same. Results: Majority of the participants were mothers (84%, bp<0.001) with their education at university level. A temperature of > 37.0 °C was defined as fever by 83.3% of participants. Most of the parents use a pharmacy or approach a doctor for immediate and quick action in the treatment of fevers in children. The parents were giving importance to visit a doctor/pharmacist for better understanding about the medications to be followed and maximum number of participants (n = 200, bp<0.001) found to be significant) opted Paracetemol in the form of syrup as a best medication for their children. Chi-squared test was used to determine the significance of the knowledge, attitude and practice in the management of fevers. Conclusion: Hence, from the findings, it can be concluded that there was a significant improvement in controlling the fevers in children.   GRAPHICAL ABSTRACT  Flow chart elaborates the knowledge, attitude and practice of fevers in children among parents in Jazan region, Saudi Arabia

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

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.

scholarly journals Exploration of Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice Among Residents of Saudi Arabia Toward Hepatitis Viruses

2021 ◽  
Vol 58 ◽  
pp. 004695802110599
Author(s):  
Bashair S. Alotaibi ◽  
Maryam A. Althobaiti ◽  
Amal Y. Hazazi ◽  
Sarah Y. Hazazi ◽  
Rawan A. Nassir ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Viral Hepatitis ◽  
Public Knowledge ◽  
Hepatitis Viruses ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Significance Level ◽  
Awareness Campaigns ◽  
Attitude And Practice ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Knowledge Attitude And Practice

Background and aim: Data available in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) about public knowledge, attitude, and practice (KAP) toward viral hepatitis infection are scarce. Such information is essential for designing effective intervention strategies for the prevention and control of viral hepatitis. This study aimed to assess the knowledge, attitude, and practice among residents of KSA toward hepatitis viruses. Methods: A cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted among 549 participants in Saudi Arabia. An electronic questionnaire (in Arabic) was used to measure the KAP of the participants. Data were analyzed using SPSS version 23 at significance level of .05. Results: Most of the 549 participants were Saudi citizens (96%; n = 527) and 26.6% (n = 146) of them were males and mostly from the western Saudi Arabia (72.9%; n = 400). Most participants did not hear about hepatitis viruses and showed low level of knowledge on viral hepatitis (42%). On the other hand, a positive attitude was apparent from participants’ responses, and their practices were toward protecting their bodies from the infection. Conclusion: The level of knowledge about viral hepatitis was low (42%) among KSA residents, and the practice and attitude of the participants were toward avoiding the infection. Awareness campaigns are required to increase the public knowledge about viral hepatitis.

scholarly journals Perception and Knowledge of Patients from Different Regions in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia towards Oral Hygiene and Oral Hygiene Aids

Healthcare ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (5) ◽  
pp. 592
Author(s):  
Shamoukh Alshahrani ◽  
Abrar Alshuaibi ◽  
Malak Alkhaldi ◽  
Pradeep Koppolu
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Oral Hygiene ◽  
Educational Program ◽  
Response Rate ◽  
Statistical Significance ◽  
Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Dental Floss ◽  
Survey Response Rate ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

Aim: The present study aims to evaluate the perception and awareness of interdental aids in different regions of Saudi Arabia. Methods: A cross-sectional questionnaire-based study was conducted, in order to evaluate the perception and knowledge of patients towards oral hygiene products among the population of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. In total, 812 out of 1124 participants responded and completed the survey (response rate 72.2%). The data were collected using a self-administered structured questionnaire in English and Arabic. All statistical analyses were carried out using the SPSS 20 software. p < 0.05 was used to indicate statistical significance. Results: A total of 812 participants responded, of which 486 participants (60%) declared using a toothpaste and toothbrush for cleaning their teeth. The cohort consisted of 274 (34%) females who brushed twice daily, while 96 (33%) males brushed their teeth once a day and 18% of the participants did not even brush once a day. The results indicated that 332 (64%) female participants and 174 (60%) male participants had perception and knowledge of the use of dental floss or any other device to clean between their teeth, while 174 (48.50%) male participants and 174 (49.10%) female participants cleaned their tongue with the same brush, rather than using a tongue scrubber or any other aids. Conclusion: The total awareness of interdental aids in Saudi Arabia is unsatisfactory, as demonstrated by the participants not being conscious or informed about the maintenance of their oral health. A majority of participants did not report adopting basic techniques, such as tongue brushing. This study reveals that no interdental aids were used by 16% of the participants. Thus, it is crucial to develop an effective educational program which emphasizes oral healthcare in this population.

Knowledge, attitude and practice about osteoporosis in south-western Saudi Arabia: a cross-sectional survey

2018 ◽  
Vol 57 (1) ◽  
pp. 13-22 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rina Tripathi ◽  
Hafiz A. Makeen ◽  
Ahmed A. Albarraq ◽  
Abdulkarim M. Meraya ◽  
Pankaj Tripathi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Attitude And Practice ◽  
Knowledge Attitude And Practice
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