scholarly journals Hepatitis update program: need of the situation to co-manage viral hepatitis and COVID-19

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pranav Keshan ◽  
Aayushi Rastogi ◽  
Sabin Syed ◽  
Archana Ramalingam ◽  
Tarika Sharma ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Viral Hepatitis ◽  
Knowledge Score ◽  
Demographic Variables ◽  
Prior Training ◽  
Public Health Importance ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Level Of Significance ◽  
Nursing Professionals ◽  
Post Assessment ◽  
Gender Type

Background: Government of India has taken several initiatives towards combating viral hepatitis but due to sudden surge in COVID-19 cases resulted in suspension of viral hepatitis program related activities. Moreover, COVID-19 has several liver related complications hence more special precautions are required to manage patients with known liver diseases. Nurses play an important role in management of any disease. However, there is limited knowledge among nurses on co-management of COVID-19 and viral hepatitis. With this background, two-day training program for nursing professionals was conceptualized under the project PRAKASH to educate and train the nurses about co-management of COVID-19 and viral hepatitis.        Methods: A pre-post study was undertaken among nurses who have registered for hepatitis update program. The online link to 25-knowledge related questions along with demographic variables was shared with the registered participants. Paired t test and other statistical analyses were done using SPSS v-21. Level of significance was taken at p<0.05Results: A total of 1151 responses were received out of 1477 trained participants. The mean age of the nursing participants was 32.5±6.95 years. The overall mean knowledge score in the pre-assessment was found to be 15.47±4.13 out of 25, which further increased to 20.72±3.81 in the post-assessment. Gender, type of facility, education, willingness to get trained and prior training related to viral hepatitis were found to be independently associated with pre-knowledge score.Conclusions: Training programs should be encouraged for diseases which are of public health importance and can’t be ignored with respect to increasing burden of COVID-19 cases.

A Study to assess the effectiveness of Structured teaching programme on knowledge regarding Text Neck Syndrome among young adults

2021 ◽  
pp. 311-316
Author(s):  
Annu Pinto ◽  
Rekha. S ◽  
Evangelin. J
Keyword(s):  
Young Adults ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Knowledge Score ◽  
Demographic Variables ◽  
Teaching Programme ◽  
Knowledge Questionnaire ◽  
Structured Teaching ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Pender's Health Promotion Model ◽  
Level Of Significance

A pre-experimental study was conducted to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge regarding text neck syndrome among young adults in a selected college at Alappuzha District. The objectives of the study were to assess the mean knowledge score regarding text neck syndrome among young adults, to find out the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge regarding text neck syndrome among young adults and to find out the association between pretest knowledge score and selected socio demographic variables. The Conceptual framework was based on Nola J Pender’s Health Promotion model (1982). The study was conducted at Bishop Moore College, Mavelikara. among 60 young adults, who were selected by disproportionate stratified random sampling technique. The pretest level of knowledge was assessed using structured knowledge questionnaire and structured teaching programme was given. Posttest was conducted after 7days.The result showed that the mean posttest knowledge score 20.26 with SD 3.15 was significantly higher than the pretest mean score 8.43 with SD 2.48 with a mean difference of 11.83. Since the calculated ‛t’ value 35.45 which was greater than the table value (2.00) with degree of freedom 59 at p<0.05 level of significance. Hence the study revealed that structured teaching programme on text neck syndrome was effective in improving the knowledge of young adults. The association between pretest and selected socio demographic variables showed that the pretest knowledge scores was influenced by year of study (p<0.05), family monthly income (p<0.05) and source of information (p<0.05).

scholarly journals AYUSHMAN BHARAT - PMJAY

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (12) ◽  
pp. 462-470
Author(s):  
Lavanya Nandan ◽  
Prachi Sahni ◽  
Ann Gladis Sunny
Keyword(s):  
Test Scores ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Knowledge Score ◽  
Demographic Variables ◽  
Knowledge Questionnaire ◽  
Pearson Coefficient ◽  
Post Test ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Z Value ◽  
Level Of Significance

A pre-experimental study to assess effectiveness of folk media on the knowledge and perception regarding Ayushman Bharat-PMJAY among selected population of U.P. was conducted with the objective to assess the effectiveness of folk media on the knowledge and perception regarding Ayushman Bharat-PMJAY among selected population of U.P. Pre experimental research design was adopted and non-probability convenient sampling technique was used to select the sample. A structured questionnaire of 25 questions and perception likert scale of 10 items was prepared to assess the knowledge and perception of population regarding Ayushman Bharat-PMJAY. A structured knowledge questionnaire and structured perception scale on Ayushman Bharat -PMJAY (pre-test) was administered to the group, followed by administration of folk media on the Day-1. Then on Day-7, post-test was conducted. Data obtained were analyzed and interpreted by using both descriptive and inferential statistics in terms of frequency, percentages, mean, and S.D. score. Findings showed that: majority of population i.e. 47 (78.33%) were having good knowledge whereas 12 of these samples (20%) were having excellent knowledge and 1 of these samples were having poor knowledge. It was evident from the results that the mean post-test knowledge and practice score were more than mean pre-test scores. Findings showed that folk media was effective to gain knowledge and favorable perception regarding Ayushman Bharat -PMJAY. majority of samples i.e. 48 (40%) were having favorable perception and only 12(60%) samples were having neutral perception. The calculated Z value (2.10) for knowledge and the calculated Z value (4.06) for perception is greater than the tabulated Z value (1.645) at 0.05 level of significance at (df =59) which concluded that the Folk Media was effective in improving the knowledge and perception towards Ayushman Bharat -PMJAY among selected population of U.P.Chi square test was done showed that there was significant association between the mean post-test knowledge score with selected demographic variables. It was also showed that there was a significant association between the mean post-test perception score with selected demographic variables. The Karl Pearson coefficient of correlation was computed (r = 0.19) which indicate no relationship between the knowledge post-test scores and perception post-test scores regarding Ayushman Bharat-PMJAY among selected population of U.P.

Effectiveness of Information booklet on knowledge regarding Hypertension and Supplementation of beetroot juice among hypertensive patients in a selected Hospital Mangaluru

2021 ◽  
pp. 265-270
Author(s):  
Sunitha P. ◽  
Sucy George
Keyword(s):  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Knowledge Score ◽  
Vital Role ◽  
Demographic Variables ◽  
Beetroot Juice ◽  
Hypertensive Patients ◽  
Beet Root ◽  
Information Booklet ◽  
Post Test ◽  
The Mean

Hypertension (HTN) is an enormous health problem and is one of the biggest health challenges in the 21st century. Effective management in hypertension requires a multi-sectorial approach. Dietary management plays a vital role in managing blood pressure especially beetroot juice which contains nitrates helps in vasodilation thus reducing hypertension. The aim of this study was to assess the effectiveness of information booklet on knowledge regarding hypertension and supplementation of beetroot juice among hypertensive patients and To find the association between mean pre-test knowledge score about hypertension and supplementation of beet root juice with the selected demographic variables. A pre-experimental one group, pre-test post-test design was used for the study. Purposive sampling technique was used to select 30 hypertensive patients. The investigator assessed the knowledge regarding HTN and supplementation of beetroot juice in managing hypertension using structured knowledge questionnaire and then the information booklet was administered to the subjects. The collected data was analysed by using descriptive and inferential statistics. The mean post-test knowledge score (x2=23.87) was higher than the mean pre-test knowledge score (x1=17.40). The mean difference between post-test and pre-test knowledge score was highly significant. The obtained ‘t’ value (11.75) is higher than the table value (t29=1.70 at p<0.05 level significance). There was no significant association between knowledge score and selected demographic variables like age, gender, religion, education, occupation, income, and duration of illness. (2=2.143, 2=0.536, 2=0.000, 2=0.536, 2=2.143, 2=0.133, 2=0.536). Hence it can be concluded that information booklet is an effective strategy for providing information and improving the knowledge of adult hypertensive patients.

scholarly journals An assessment of oncology pharmacy educational needs among community pharmacists in Zimbabwe

2021 ◽  
pp. 546-554
Author(s):  
Maudy Chido Manyau ◽  
Wilfred Gurupira ◽  
Dexter Tagwireyi
Keyword(s):  
Response Rate ◽  
Community Pharmacists ◽  
Knowledge Score ◽  
Prior Training ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Anti Cancer ◽  
Educational Programmes ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Hazardous Drugs

Background: Oncology pharmacy is a specialty that is central to provision and use of anti-cancer medications. In Zimbabwe, pharmacists rely on a Bachelor of Pharmacy degree (B.Pharm.) and in-house training in the provision of oncology services. This study sought to assess knowledge, perceptions, current practices and prior education in oncology pharmacy among community pharmacists. Methods: A cross-sectional survey was carried out among pharmacists working in community pharmacies in Harare. Results: A response rate of 93.0% was achieved. The mean knowledge score was 4.0%. Up to 96.8% of pharmacists thought that prior training in oncology was inadequate. Only ten pharmacists in the sample actually dispensed chemotherapy regularly. Of these, none comprehensive measures for the safe handling of hazardous drugs. Conclusion: A B.Pharm. degree does not provide pharmacists with adequate scientific knowledge and competencies required for the provision of oncology pharmacy services. Structured educational programmes for pharmacists in oncology should be implemented.

scholarly journals Knowledge about juvenile idiopathic arthritis-associated uveitis: more frequent reminders are associated with higher patient and family uveitis knowledge

2021 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ashley M. Cooper ◽  
Elaine R. Flanagan ◽  
Tova Ronis ◽  
Baruch Goldberg ◽  
Ashley K. Sherman ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis ◽  
Pediatric Rheumatology ◽  
Knowledge Score ◽  
Demographic Variables ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Rheumatology Clinic ◽  
History Of ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Eye Exams

Abstract Background Chronic anterior uveitis is a sight-threatening complication of juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) and a primary contributor to long-term morbidity in people with JIA. Levels of knowledge about uveitis among JIA patients and their parents are unknown. A survey of JIA patients and parents was conducted to assess knowledge about uveitis complications and recommended screening. Methods A survey was developed consisting of six demographic questions, six arthritis/uveitis history questions, and nine uveitis knowledge questions. The survey was administered to JIA patients age 14 and older and parents of patients with JIA at three pediatric rheumatology practices and online through the Patients, Advocates, and Rheumatology Teams Network for Research and Service (PARTNERS) network. ANOVA, chi-square and Fisher’s exact tests were used to look for relationships between survey questions and demographic variables. Results Thirty-three patients and 111 parents completed the survey. Overall, 17.4% reported a history of uveitis, and 89.6% had heard of uveitis. The mean composite knowledge score was 6.46 ± 2.6 out of 9. Patients and parents with a history of uveitis had higher composite knowledge scores than their counterparts without a uveitis history (p = 0.01 and p < 0.01, respectively). Parents whose rheumatologist reminded them about eye exams at every visit had higher knowledge of the risk of blindness (p = 0.04), the risk for uveitis when arthritis is controlled (p = 0.02), the need for ongoing eye exams when off of medications (p = 0.01), and had a higher overall score (p = 0.02) than those who were reminded at some visits or not at all. Conclusions JIA patients and parents report variable levels of knowledge regarding uveitis complications and recommended screening. Frequent discussion between the rheumatology provider and family about uveitis screening is associated with higher uveitis knowledge. Incorporating detailed and frequent education about uveitis into rheumatology clinic appointments may improve early uveitis detection and visual outcomes.

Breastfeeding Techniques: Outcome on Knowledge among Postnatal Primi Mothers

2021 ◽  
pp. 322-324
Author(s):  
Lavanya Suku ◽  
Santhi Appavu
Keyword(s):  
Research Design ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Knowledge Score ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Teaching Program ◽  
Teaching Programme ◽  
Purposive Sampling ◽  
Knowledge Questionnaire ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Level Of Significance

The study aimed at assessing the effect of video teaching programme on knowledge regarding breastfeeding techniques among postnatal primi mothers. Methods: A quantitative research approach with one group pretest posttest research design was adopted. The sample consisted of 60 postnatal primi mothers selected by purposive sampling. Knowledge questionnaire and was prepared to assess the knowledge which was administered by using interiew technique. Video teaching program on breastfeeding techniques was given for 30 minutes. Various aspects of breastfeeding techniques were included in this teaching program. Posttest was done after one week with the same questionnaire. Results: the mean posttest knowledge score (16.78) was significantly higher than the mean pretest knowledge (10.11) the calculated “t” value for knowledge is 18.67 was higher than the table value of 0.05 level of significance. Conclusion: These results support that the video teaching program was effective in improving the knowledge of postnatal primi mothers regarding breastfeeding techniques.

scholarly journals Title: A Study to Assess the Knowledge among Parents Related to Aggression in School Going Children

2021 ◽  
pp. 623-630
Author(s):  
Pratiksha Thakare ◽  
Kalyani Thakare ◽  
Chetan Supare ◽  
Gauraokumar Tembhekar ◽  
Neha Tarekar ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Score ◽  
Demographic Variables ◽  
Good Knowledge ◽  
Developmental Needs ◽  
Knowledge Questionnaire ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Structured Knowledge ◽  
Descriptive Approach ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Developmental Domains

Background: School going is a period of life with health and developmental needs and rights. It this period the children develop knowledge and skills, learn to manage emotions and relationships. The WHO defines school going from age 10 to 19 years. Investing in the world’s 1.2 billion school going can break cycles of poverty and inequity, highlights UNICEF in its 2011 State of the World’s Children report. Aggressive behaviors can obstruct instruction and success in a variety of interventions, preventing progress in a variety of developmental domains. Objectives: 1. To assess the knowledge among parents related to the aggression of school going children. 2. To determine the association between the knowledge score of parents with their demographic variables. Materials and Methods: This study was based on a descriptive approach, In this study 80 parents of school going children were selected from the rural area of Sawangi Meghe,Wardha District by using tool such as structured knowledge questionnaire with non-probability convenient sampling method data was collected. Results: The study showed that the mean percentage of knowledge score was 13.31±4.39 (44.36 %) according to the level of knowledge score regarding aggression among parents of school going children. 2.5% of the parents had poor, 42.5% had average, 45% had good knowledge score, 8.75% had very good knowledge score and 1.25% had excellent knowledge score.   Conclusion: The present study is descriptive and aims to assess the knowledge regarding aggression among parents of school going children. Recommendation, we can study on Impact of the Aggression on student’s mental health and school performance.

Effectiveness of Structured Teaching programme on Knowledge regarding Life Style Modifications for the Prevention of Atherosclerosis among Housewives

2021 ◽  
pp. 249-253
Author(s):  
Mintu Sebastian ◽  
Sheeja S.
Keyword(s):  
Life Style ◽  
Knowledge Score ◽  
Teaching Programme ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Structured Teaching ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Level Of Significance ◽  
Prevention Of Atherosclerosis ◽  
Experimental Group

The study was titled as “effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge regarding life style modifications for the prevention of atherosclerosis among housewives.” The objectives of the study were to evaluate the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge regarding life style modification for the prevention of atherosclerosis and to find out the association between knowledge regarding life style modifications for the prevention of atherosclerosis among housewives with selected demographic variables. Quasi experimental pretest posttest control design was adopted for this study. The study was conducted in a community area of Pallithottam at Kollam district. The sample consisted of 60 housewives. Non-probability convenient sampling technique was used. Data were collected from the housewives to assess their existing level of knowledge by using structured knowledge questionnaire before giving structured teachingprogramme. Post test was conducted one week after administration of structured teaching programme, to assess their level of knowledge. The collected data were tabulated and analysed by descriptive and inferential statistics. The results showed that, the mean posttest knowledge score of selected sample in experimental group (14.53) was higher than the mean pretest score (8.47). Since the calculated ‘t’ value (14.43) was greater than the table value (2.05) at 0.05 level of significance, there was statistically significant difference between mean pretest and posttest knowledge scores in experimental group. The mean posttest knowledge score of selected sample in experimental group (14.53) was higher than the mean posttest score (8.47) in the control group. The calculated ‘t’ value (14.43) was greater than the table value (2.05) at 0.05 level of significance. This indicated that there was statistically significant difference between mean pretest and posttest knowledge scores regarding life style modifications for the prevention of atherosclerosis in experimental group. The study concluded that structured teaching programme was effective in improving the knowledge regarding life style modifications for the prevention of atherosclerosis among housewives.

scholarly journals EFFECTIVENESS OF AN INFORMATION BOOKLET ON KNOWLEDGE REGARDING THE IMPORTANCE OF BIRTH SPACING

2012 ◽  
Vol 02 (02) ◽  
pp. 43-47
Author(s):  
Tintu Chacko ◽  
Philomena Fernandes
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Score ◽  
Educational Status ◽  
Birth Spacing ◽  
Demographic Variables ◽  
Information Booklet ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Score Range

AbstractThe study was conducted to assess the effectiveness of an information booklet on knowledge regarding the importance of birth spacing among primi para mothers from 01.08.2011 to 31.10.2011. An evaluative approach with one group pre test post test design was used for the study. 60 samples were selected using purposive sampling method. The present study was conducted in Justice K.S Hegde Charitable Hospital, Mangalore. The collected data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Distribution of primipara mothers according to their level of knowledge showed that 49 (81.7%) had poor knowledge score [score range 0-12], 11(18.3%) had average knowledge [score range 13-25] and none of them had good knowledge [score range 26-37]. The Mean knowledge score in the pre-test was 7.96 which had increased after administration of the information booklet, with mean knowledge score in the post-test by 31.15. A significant difference between pre-test and post-test knowledge was found (t=28.945, P < 0.05) among the primi para mothers by providing an information booklet. There was significant association between the level of knowledge and demographic variables such as educational status, income and previous knowledge.

scholarly journals Impact of Skills Training Program on First Aid Management Knowledge among the Secondary School Student’s

2021 ◽  
pp. 415-419
Author(s):  
Roma Patel ◽  
H. N. Ravindra ◽  
Swapnil Rahane ◽  
Devraj Singh Chouhan
Keyword(s):  
Secondary School ◽  
Training Program ◽  
Skill Training ◽  
Knowledge Score ◽  
First Aid ◽  
Demographic Variables ◽  
School Students ◽  
Skill Training Program ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Level Of Significance

Background of the Study: First aid involving simple but life-preserving techniques which can be performed with minimum facilities and without having any medical experience. Snowballing in the number of educated individuals, comprising the school pupils who can play a vital role in the First Aid field is an expectation of public health. The objectives of this study were to assess existing knowledge of students regarding first aid skills, to evaluate the effectiveness of organized skill training program on first aid skills. A quantitative research approach and one group pre-test and post-test research design were adopted to accomplish the main objective of the present study. 60 students were selected from the secondary school of Vadodara city by using a simple random sampling technique. Data was collected through a structured knowledge questionnaire on first aid skills. A skill training program on first aid skills was presented after the pretest. Post-test data were collected from the secondary school students after seven days of implementation of the skill training program on first aid skills. The prior consent was obtained from the students as well as their parents. The collected data were tabulated and analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Results: The results of the study discovered that among 60 respondents, the majority of the respondents (53.3%) had average inadequate & 46.7% had moderate knowledge score and in post-test among 60 respondents, majority of the respondents 75%) had adequate knowledge, 25% had moderate knowledge score. The ‘t’ value 57.808 was observed at 0.05 level & the P-value =0.00 which is <0.05 that shows that there is an increase in the post-test level of knowledge. This shows that the skill training program on selected aspects of first aid skills is effective. Among all socio-demographic variables, the obtained x2 value for the age demographic variable is 3.1 only age was significantly associated with posttest knowledge score, which is greater than the table of x2 at 0.05 level of significance. The remaining demographic variables gender, type of family & source available for information on first aid was less than the table of x2 at 0.05 level of significance, so they are not associated with posttest knowledge score. Conclusion: The study finding revealed that an organized skill training program on selected aspects of first aid skills was effective among the students. The result of the present study shows that there is a great need for secondary and above standard school students to update their knowledge regarding first aid skill management of minor injuries & important aspects of first aid.

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