scholarly journals CONOCIMIENTOS Y PRÁCTICAS DE LAS GESTANTES SOBRE LA PREVENCIÓN DEL COVID-19

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (5) ◽  
pp. 24
Author(s):  
Marie Alexandra Jiménez Ordoñez ◽  
Cinthia Betzy Valarezo Segovia ◽  
Sara Margarita Saraguro Salinas
Keyword(s):  
Hand Hygiene ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Prevention Measures ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Social Distancing ◽  
Four Dimensions ◽  
Adequate Level ◽  
Inadequate Knowledge ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Correct Application

Introducción: Las embarazadas deben tener conocimientos y cumplir con todas las medidas preventivas para reducir el riesgo de infección de SARS-CoV-2 y evitar el parto prematuro y la mortalidad materna. Objetivo: Identificar el nivel de conocimientos y las prácticas sobre medidas de prevención de COVID-19 de las gestantes. Métodos: investigación de tipo observacional, descriptiva y trasversal realizada en el Centro de Salud Tipo C “Velasco Ibarra”, Machala-Ecuador, con una muestra censal de 100 embarazadas de la consulta de gineco-obstetricia, se utilizó una encuesta con cuatro dimensiones: grado de instrucción, conocimientos de la transmisión del SARS-CoV-2, utilización correcta de:  mascarilla, técnica del lavado de las manos y distanciamiento social. Resultados: En las gestantes predominó el grado de instrucción bachillerato en 57 (57%), 53 (53%) presentaron un nivel de conocimiento adecuado de la transmisión del SARS-CoV-2, 84 (84%) con un nivel adecuado de conocimiento de las medidas de prevención de COVID-19, 74 (74%) aplicaban las medidas de prevención, 83 (83%) utilizan en forma correcta la mascarilla, 60 (60%) aplicaban la secuencia de los pasos de la higiene de las manos y 55 (55%) el distanciamiento social. Conclusiones: a pesar del predominio de un nivel adecuado de conocimiento de las medidas de prevención de COVID-19, con aplicación en forma correcta de la mascarilla, higiene de las manos y distanciamiento social, un importante grupo de embarazadas presentaron conocimientos inadecuados de las medidas de prevención, resaltando el incumplimiento del distanciamiento social, que es la mejor forma para disminuir la propagación del virus.     Palabras Clave: COVID-19, Embarazo, Conocimientos, Bioseguridad.   ABSTRACT   Introduction: Pregnant women must be knowledgeable about and comply with all preventive measures to reduce the risk of SARS-CoV-2 infection and avoid premature birth and maternal mortality. Objective: Identify the level of knowledge and practices on COVID-19 prevention measures in pregnant women. Methods: observational, descriptive and cross-sectional research carried out at the Velasco Ibarra Type C Health Center, Machala-Ecuador, with a census sample of 100 pregnant women from the gynecological-obstetric consultation, a survey with four dimensions was used: degree of instruction, knowledge of the transmission of SARS-CoV-2, correct use of: mask, hand washing technique and social distancing. Results: In pregnant women, the baccalaureate degree of instruction predominated in 57 (57%), 53 (53%) had an adequate level of knowledge of the transmission of SARS-CoV-2, 84 (84%) with an adequate level of knowledge of the COVID-19 prevention measures, 74 (74%) applied the prevention measures, 83 (83%) used the mask correctly, 60 (60%) applied the sequence of hand hygiene steps and 55 (55%) social distancing. Conclusions: despite the prevalence of an adequate level of knowledge of the prevention measures for COVID-19, with the correct application of the mask, hand hygiene and social distancing, an important group of pregnant women presented inadequate knowledge of the measures prevention, highlighting the breach of social distancing, which is the best way to reduce the spread of the virus. Keywords: COVID-19, Pregnancy, Knowledge, Biosafety.    

Knowledge of preeclampsia among pregnant women

2021 ◽  
Vol 17 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rola Hamade ◽  
Amani Mohsen ◽  
Firas Kobeissy ◽  
Ali karouni ◽  
Hikmat Akoum
Keyword(s):  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Signs And Symptoms ◽  
Knowledge Score ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
University Education ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Adequate Knowledge ◽  
Inadequate Knowledge ◽  
Lebanese Population ◽  
Level Of Knowledge

Introduction: Preeclampsia (P.E) has remained a public health threat to both developed and developing countries, the incidence of preeclampsia in Lebanon is high at 2.84 %. Pregnant female knowledge and awareness of P.E are crucial to reduce morbidity and mortality for both fetus and mother. Objective: Across-sectional observational study was conducted to analyze data from Lebanese’s pregnant women. This study aims to assess the level of knowledge of PE among pregnant women in the Lebanese population. Methods: this cross-sectional study was conducted between September and December2020 in obstetricians’ clinics of different health care institutions, in five governorates in Lebanon. A closed-ended questionnaire was distributed to 400 pregnant females. The first part of the questionnaire aimed to collect socio-demographic information about the participants. The second part was specified for knowledge of PE. Twenty-three knowledge points were assessed looking at signs and symptoms, risk factors, and complications. The last part addressed some attitudes about dealing with this disorder. Responses were scored percentage-wise and grouped into low <60m%, moderate (60-80 %), and high (80-100%). Results: there is inadequate knowledge of P.E among the Lebanese population. In total 15.3 % have adequate knowledge of P.E. A linear regression showed that the knowledge score increased in working pregnant women (p=0.04), who lived in Bekaa (p<0.001), who had a vocational (p=0.01) or university education (p=0.001) and who had any relative develop preeclampsia (p=0.03) or suffering from diabetes (p=0.03). Furthermore, the knowledge when blood pressure is considered high (p<0.001) and the hearing about preeclampsia (p<0.001) increased also the knowledge score about preeclampsia. Conclusion: the knowledge of PE among pregnant women in Lebanon is low.

scholarly journals A Questionnaire-Based Survey to Assess the Level of Knowledge and Awareness about Drug–Food Interactions among General Public in Western Saudi Arabia

Pharmacy ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 76
Author(s):  
Syed Faisal Zaidi ◽  
Rayan Mgarry ◽  
Abdullah Alsanea ◽  
Sakar Khalid Almutairi ◽  
Yaser Alsinnari ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Statistical Significance ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Exclusion Criteria ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Jeddah City ◽  
Fundamental Information ◽  
Inadequate Knowledge ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Males And Females

Introduction: Various drug–food interactions exist that may hinder treatment and can sometimes be lethal. Our aim was to assess the level of public knowledge and awareness in Jeddah city, Western Saudi Arabia, about drug–food interactions, along with the effects of demographics on their knowledge. Methods: A survey questionnaire was administered in this cross-sectional study to participants spread across multiple locations in Jeddah, including in malls and public gatherings. Participants included both males and females. Sample size was calculated through Raosoft® software. Data analysis was executed using IBM Statistic SPSS and the level of statistical significance was set at p < 0.05. Results: A total of 410 people participated in the study and only 92.68% (380) of responses were enrolled in the study; 7.32% (30) were not enrolled due to the exclusion criteria. Surprisingly, only six out of eighteen questions regarding drug–food interactions in the administered questionnaire were correctly answered by 380 participants. Data indicated that the participants had a poor to intermediate level of both knowledge and awareness with respect to drug–food interactions. Furthermore, participants showed moderate to strong awareness of the effects of alcohol and tea generally, and their interaction with medication. Conclusion: Participants in our study showed inadequate knowledge of basic and fundamental information about drug–food interactions, which highlights the dire need to increase awareness.

scholarly journals Knowledge and understanding of obstetric danger signs among pregnant women attending the antenatal clinic at the National Referral Hospital in Thimphu, Bhutan: a cross-sectional study

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Saran Tenzin Tamang ◽  
Thinley Dorji ◽  
Sonam Yoezer ◽  
Thinley Phuntsho ◽  
Phurb Dorji
Keyword(s):  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Knowledge Score ◽  
Antenatal Clinic ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Obstetric Danger Signs ◽  
Danger Signs ◽  
Obstetric Emergencies ◽  
Level Of Knowledge

Abstract Background The third Sustainable Development Goal for 2030 development agenda aims to reduce maternal and newborn deaths. Pregnant women’s understanding of danger signs is an important factor in seeking timely care during emergencies. We assessed knowledge of obstetric danger signs using both recall and understanding of appropriate action required during obstetric emergencies. Methods This was a cross-sectional study among pregnant women attending antenatal clinic at Bhutan’s largest hospital in Thimphu. Recall was assessed against seven obstetric danger signs outlined in the Mother and Child Health Handbook (7 points). Understanding of danger signs was tested using 13 multiple choice questions (13 points). Knowledge was scored out of 20 points and reported as ‘good’ (≥80%), ‘satisfactory’ (60–79%) and ‘poor’ (< 60%). Correlation between participant characteristics and knowledge score as well as number of danger signs recalled was tested using Pearson’s correlation coefficient. Association between knowledge score and participant characteristics was tested using t-tests (and Kruskal-Wallis test) for numeric variables. Socio-demographic and clinical characteristics associated with the level of knowledge ('good’ versus ‘satisfactory’ and ‘poor’ combined) were assessed with odds ratios using a log-binomial regression model. All results with p < 0.05 were considered significant. Results Four hundred and twenty-two women responded to the survey (response rate = 96.0%). Mean (±SD) knowledge score was 12 (±2.5). Twenty women (4.7%) had ‘good’ knowledge, 245 (58.1%) had ‘satisfactory’ knowledge and 157 (37.2%) had ‘poor’ knowledge. The median number of danger signs recalled was 2 (IQR 1, 3) while 68 women (20.3%) could not recall any danger signs. Most women were knowledgeable about pre-labour rupture of membranes (96.0%) while very few women were knowledgeable about spotting during pregnancy (19.9%). Both knowledge score and number of danger signs recalled had significant correlation with the period of gestation. Women with previous surgery on the reproductive tract had higher odds of having ‘good’ level of knowledge. Conclusions Most pregnant women had ‘satisfactory’ knowledge score with poor explicit recall of danger signs. However, women recognized obstetric emergencies and identified the appropriate action warranted.

scholarly journals Knowledge and compliances of safety measures among the solid waste collectors in Kathmandu valley

2019 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 66-71
Author(s):  
Shova Shrestha
Keyword(s):  
Solid Waste ◽  
Kathmandu Valley ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Safety Measures ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Adequate Level ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Level Of Knowledge

Introductions: Safety measures of solid waste collectors are important to prevent occupational health problems. This study was designed to find out knowledge and compliance of safety measures among the solid waste collectors in Kathmandu Valley. Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted among solid waste collectors of Kathmandu metropolitan city from 12th August to 7th September 2018 by using a structured face to face interview schedule. Data were analysed by chi-square test, Pearson’s correlation and entered into SPSS 16 version. Results: Out of 117 waste collectors interviewed, more than 1/3rd (32.48%) had an adequate level of knowledge, and 1/5th (21.4%) had an adequate level of compliances. There was a weak negative correlation between level of knowledge and compliance on safety measures. Conclusions: One-third of respondents had an adequate level of knowledge about safety measures whereas only one fifth had an adequate level of compliances.

scholarly journals Sociodemographic factors associated with pregnant women's level of knowledge about oral health

2018 ◽  
Vol 16 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Wander Barbieri ◽  
Stela Verzinhasse Peres ◽  
Carla de Britto Pereira ◽  
João Peres Neto ◽  
Maria da Luz Rosário de Sousa ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Oral Health ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Sociodemographic Factors ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Oral Health Promotion ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Significance Level ◽  
Exact Test ◽  
Adequate Knowledge ◽  
Level Of Knowledge

ABSTRACT Objective To evaluate knowledge on oral health and associated sociodemographic factors in pregnant women. Methods A cross-sectional study with a sample of 195 pregnant women seen at the Primary Care Unit Paraisópolis I, in São Paulo (SP), Brazil. For statistical analysis, χ2 or Fisher's exact test and multiple logistic regression were used. A significance level of 5% was used in all analyses. Results Schooling level equal to or greater than 8 years and having one or two children were associated with an adequate knowledge about oral health. Conclusion Oral health promotion strategies during prenatal care should take into account sociodemographic aspects.

scholarly journals Assessment of the Level of Knowledge and Practices on Hand Hygiene among School going Children at Selected Districts, Tamil Nadu, India

2021 ◽  
pp. 13-20
Author(s):  
K. Keerthana ◽  
S. Subbulakshmi ◽  
A. Ameer Suhail ◽  
Sharon Varghese ◽  
S. Sesan Raj ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Standard Deviation ◽  
Hand Hygiene ◽  
School Children ◽  
Hand Washing ◽  
Adequate Knowledge ◽  
Inadequate Knowledge ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Knowledge And Practice

Background: The practice of hand washing is a simple effective way to prevent infection cleaning of the hands can prevent the spread of germs and micro organisms. Hand hygiene is recognized as a leading measure to prevent cross –transmission of microorganism. Infection due to microbes is a evolving problem in worldwide and horizontal transmission of bacterial organisms to cause a high mortality rate increased. Hand washing with soap and water can prevent a significant proportion of childhood diarrhoea and respiratory infections, the two main global causes of child mortality.  Objectives: The objectives were to assess the existing level of knowledge and practice of school going children on hand washing, to find out the correlation between level of knowledge and practice on hand washing among school going children and to find out the association between level of knowledge and practices of school going children on hand washing with their selected demographic variables. Methods: A quantitative evaluative approach with descriptive research design was adopted. 50 school going children were selected by the purposive sampling technique. Results:  The collected data was tabulated and analyzed. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used. In the level of knowledge majority of the school going children (52%) had inadequate knowledge, 28% of them were had moderately adequate knowledge and only 20% of them had adequate knowledge. The mean knowledge score on hand washing was 10.4 and the standard deviation was 4.31. The mean practice score on hand washing was 21.52 and the standard deviation was 7.4. Conclusion: The study results shows that most of the school children were having inadequate knowledge and less desirable practices of hand washing. A structured teaching program on hand washing is very important for incorporating the knowledge among school children.

scholarly journals Sexuality in Elderly Adults: Study on Knowledge and Attitudes Related to Sexuality in Older Adults

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (7) ◽  
pp. 184
Author(s):  
Saldarriaga G. Guillermina ◽  
Ruydiaz G. Keydis ◽  
Jiménez A. Sindy ◽  
Fernández A. Shirley
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Attitude Scale ◽  
Natural Phenomenon ◽  
Elderly Adult ◽  
Elderly Adults ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Knowledge And Attitudes ◽  
Inadequate Knowledge ◽  
Level Of Knowledge

INTRODUCTION: Aging is a universal and natural phenomenon that causes structural and physiological changes. It is a process of deterioration, progressive and intrinsic. OBJECTIVE: Determining the level of knowledge and attitudes about sexuality in older adults living in three centers. MATERIALS &amp; METHODS: A cross- sectional descriptive study in 80 elderly adults enrolled and attending three life centers on the City of Cartagena, Questionnaires about Knowledge on Sexual Health of the Elderly (2007) and the Attitude Scale towards Sexuality were applied in the Elderly Adult (Scale ACASAM-MM-2013). RESULTS: On a population of elderly adults, female sex predominated 58%, average age of 74 years, adults widowers 35% of the total population, and 31% maintain a relationship. Older adults reported having inadequate knowledge in relation to the three sessions evaluated, the access section to a couple predominated, they reflected having an average general attitude, being the cognitive and volitional component those of greater significance. CONCLUSION: The attitudes that reflect the elderly is favorable, being so, that the elderly are clear that society notice them regarding sexuality, and are autonomous to express and experience it.

scholarly journals Gambaran Tingkat Pengetahuan Ibu Hamil Terhadap Covid-19 Di RSUD Talang Ubi Kabupaten Pali Provinsi Sumatera Selatan

2021 ◽  
Vol 1 (4) ◽  
pp. 483-491
Author(s):  
Fonda Octarianingsih Shariff ◽  
Asri Mutiara Putri ◽  
Octa Reni Setiawati ◽  
Mutiara Ayu Putri Anjela Pratiwi
Keyword(s):  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Research Design ◽  
Sampling Method ◽  
Univariate Analysis ◽  
Good Knowledge ◽  
Knowledge Level ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Abstract Description ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
The Government

ABSTRACT: DESCRIPTION OF PREGNANT WOMEN KNOWLEDGE LEVEL AGAINST COVID-19 IN RSUD TALANG UBI, PENUKAL ABAB LEMATANG ILIR REGENCY- SOUTH SUMATERA. Introduction: Coronavirus Disease (Covid-19) is a large group of viruses that cause mild to severe symptoms. In December 2019 the first cases were reported in Wuhan, Hubei, China. Until now, the Covid-19 cases in Indonesia have always been increasing every day. Purpose: Research objectives to determine pregnant women's level of knowledge concerning Covid-19 in RSUD Talang Ubi, Penukal Abab Lematang Ilir Regency-South Sumatra. Method: The research design used was descriptive, cross-sectional methods. Technic of sampling used was the total sampling method by using univariate analysis. Result: The results showed that pregnant women's level of knowledge about Covid-19 in RSUD Talang Ubi was 67 respondents (60.9%) in the good category, 37 respondents (33.6%) insufficient category, and 6 respondents (5,5%) in the low category.Conclusion: Good knowledge can help the government in efforts to break the chain of the spread of Covid-19. Therefore, it is expected that the government can provide more information about Covid-19. Keywords: Knowledge level, Pregnant Women, Covid-19  INTISARI: GAMBARAN TINGKAT PENGETAHUAN IBU HAMIL TERHADAP COVID-19 DI RSUD TALANG UBI KABUPATEN PALI PROVINSI SUMATERA SELATAN.Latar Belakang: Coronavirus Disease (Covid-19) adalah sekelompok besar virus yang mengakibatkan gejala ringan hingga parah. Pada Desember 2019 kasus pertama dilaporkan di Wuhan, Hubei, China. Hingga saat ini kasus Covid-19 di Indonesia selalu terjadi peningkatan setiap harinya.Tujuan: Tujuan Penelitian untuk mengetahui tingkat pengetahuan ibu hamil terhadap Covid-19 di RSUD Talang Ubi Kabupaten Pali Provinsi Sumatera Selatan.Metode Penelitian: Desain Penelitian yang digunakan yaitu deskriptif dengan metode cross-sectional. Teknik pengambilan sampel dengan metode Total Sampling. Menggunakan analisis univariat.Hasil: Hasil penelitian menunjukkan tingkat pengetahuan ibu hamil tentang Covid-19 di RSUD Talang Ubi pada kategori baik sebanyak 67 responden (60,9%), kategori cukup 37 responden (33,6%), dan kategori kurang sebanyak 6 responden(5,5%).Kesimpulan: Pengetahuan yang baik dapat membantu pemerintah dalam upaya memutus rantai penyebaran Covid-19. Maka diharapkan pemerintah dapat lebih dalam memberikan informasi tentang Covid-19. Kata kunci : Tingkat pengetahuan, Ibu Hamil, Covid-19

scholarly journals Prevention of Contact Dermatitis Due to Hand Hygiene in The Era of COVID-19

2021 ◽  
Vol 33 (3) ◽  
pp. 162
Author(s):  
Damayanti Damayanti ◽  
Cita Rosita Sigit Prakoeswa ◽  
Sylvia Anggraeni ◽  
Menul Ayu Umborowati
Keyword(s):  
Contact Dermatitis ◽  
Hand Hygiene ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Wilcoxon Test ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Global Pandemic ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Hand Hygiene Campaign ◽  
Level Of Knowledge

Background: The severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) virus is known to cause COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019), and it is rapidly spreading throughout the world that it is declared as a global pandemic. Hand hygiene is widely promoted as it is recommended to reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission. Contact dermatitis is one of the risks of hand hygiene campaign during the COVID-19. Purpose: This study aimed to assess the parents' level of knowledge before and after health education about contact dermatitis due to hand hygiene. Methods: This was a cross-sectional study, and the data was collected via questionnaires. This study involved 53 respondents. Result: There was a significant increase in respondents' knowledge level after being educated (Wilcoxon test, p=0.000), as evidenced in the mean score of pre-test and post-test evaluation. Conclusion: To lower the incidence, education on contact dermatitis prevention due to hand hygiene during the COVID-19 pandemic is required.

scholarly journals ASSESSMENT OF KNOWLEDGE, PRACTICES, AND ATTITUDE OF HAND HYGIENE AMONG UNIVERSITY NURSING AND OPTOMETRY UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS IN THEIR FINAL YEAR OF TRAINING

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (2) ◽  
pp. 226-233
Author(s):  
Janitha Plackal Ayyappan ◽  
Virgina Varghese ◽  
Galal Mohammed Ismail
Keyword(s):  
Patient Safety ◽  
Nursing Students ◽  
Hand Hygiene ◽  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Hygiene Practice ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Exact Test ◽  
Knowledge Practices ◽  
Cross Transmission ◽  
Level Of Knowledge

Safe Hand hygiene practice is considered the most essential component of patient safety. Especially when it comes to health professionals; students are exposed to their clinical practice in the first years of their education. This accelerates the chances of getting infection via cross-transmission of hands through the healthcare worker to the patient is the most common quantitative cross-sectional, questionnaire-based survey was carried out to investigate the level of knowledge, practices, and attitude of Hand hygiene among university nursing and optometry undergraduate students in their final year of training. A total of one hundred and forty-three subjects took part in the survey of which 73 nursing students and 70 optometry students. Fisher’s exact test was applied to test the level of Knowledge on practice and attitude. And the correlation coefficient r=-1 to +1   with P>0.05 was obtained. To add, using an observational checklist will be the ideal way to assess the hand hygiene practice in the clinical area. Moreover, add a mandatory component as patient safety into the curricula of the undergraduate students of allied health will enhance patient safety more effectively.

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