scholarly journals The knowledge level and practices on childhood injuries and interventions among parents at home

2022 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
pp. 140-144
Author(s):  
Navin Kumar Devaraj
Keyword(s):  
Community Education ◽  
Medical Science ◽  
Female Parent ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
High Fever ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Positive Attitudes ◽  
Or Practice ◽  
Animal Bites

Background: There are many common household emergencies that may involve children. This includes poisoning, falls, burns, choking, animal bites, very high fever and also febrile fits. Knowledge about preventive measures to prevent these accidents as home as well as knowing what to do when it occurs may help in preventing further complications and may aid in recovery. Therefore, this study aims to find out the general public knowledge regarding the preventive steps and early emergency steps that can be taken upon emergencies occurring among children. Methods: A cross sectional study incorporating a questionnaire/instrument that included brief sociodemographic data and a total of 10 questions on common household injuries and emergencies, and either preventive steps or early interventions was used. The topics covered were 6 core topics on poisoning, falls, burns, choking, animal bites, high fever and also febrile fits. Results: The total number of respondents was 119 parents. This study overall showed a good knowledge, attitude and practice among the parents towards common emergency inflicting children. Older aged and female parent were found to have more knowledge and positive attitude towards common emergencies among children, respectively. Conclusion: Group identified as having a lower knowledge, attitude and/or practice should be targeted in future community education programmes to increase the knowledge as well positive attitudes and practices towards identifying and managing common emergencies among children. Bangladesh Journal of Medical Science Vol. 21(1) 2022 Page : 140-144

scholarly journals Knowledge, attitude, and practice regarding COVID-19 outbreak in Bangladeshi people: An online-based cross-sectional study

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Most. Zannatul Ferdous ◽  
Md. Saiful Islam ◽  
Md. Tajuddin Sikder ◽  
Abu Syed Md. Mosaddek ◽  
J. A. Zegarra-Valdivia ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Family Income ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Suspected Case ◽  
Rapid Rise ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Accurate Knowledge ◽  
Positive Attitudes

In Bangladesh, an array of measures have been adopted to control the rapid spread of the COVID-19 epidemic. Such general population control measures could significantly influence perception, knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) towards COVID-19. Here, we assessed KAP towards COVID-19 immediately after the lock-down measures were implemented and during the rapid rise period of the outbreak. Online-based cross-sectional study conducted from March 29 to April 19, 2020, involving Bangladeshi residents aged 12-64 years, recruited via social media. After consenting, participants completed an online survey assessing socio-demographic variables, perception, and KAP towards COVID-19. Of the 2017 survey participants, 59.8% were male, the majority were students (71.2%), aged 21-30 years (57.9%), having a bachelor's degree (61.0%), having family income >30,000 BDT (50.0%), and living in urban areas (69.8). The survey revealed that 48.3% of participants had more accurate knowledge, 62.3% had more positive attitudes, and 55.1% had more frequent practices regarding COVID-19 prevention. Majority (96.7%) of the participants agreed COVID-19 is a dangerous disease, almost all (98.7%) participants wore a face mask in crowded places, 98.8% agreed to report a suspected case to health authorities, and 93.8% implemented washing hands with soap and water. In multiple logistic regression analyses, COVID-19 more accurate knowledge was associated with age and residence. Sociodemographic factors such as being older, higher education, employment, monthly family income >30,000 BDT, and having more frequent prevention practices were the more positive attitude factors. More frequent prevention practice factors were associated with female sex, older age, higher education, family income > 30,000 BDT, urban area residence, and having more positive attitudes. To improve KAP of general populations is crucial during the rapid rise period of a pandemic outbreak such as COVID-19. Therefore, development of effective health education programs that incorporate considerations of KAP-modifying factors is needed.

Assessment of Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice among Saudi Residents Regarding Hepatitis E Virus

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shaima O. Althobaiti ◽  
Ghaida O. Alhumaidi ◽  
Waad M. Alwagdani ◽  
Kawther M. Almaroani ◽  
Batool S. Altowairqi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Hepatitis E Virus ◽  
Demographic Data ◽  
Hepatitis E ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Significance Level ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Awareness Campaigns ◽  
Positive Attitudes

Global data, including those from Saudi Arabia, that examined public knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) toward hepatitis E virus (HEV) are limited. This study examined KAP levels of the general population in Saudi Arabia toward HEV. A cross-sectional study was conducted among 768 participants. An Arabic electronic questionnaire that contained demographic data and had 35 questions was used to measure KAP of the participants concerning HEV. Collected data were analyzed at a significance level of 0.05. A total of 768 individuals participated in the study, of whom 16.3% (N = 125) were males and 83.7% (N = 643) were females. Study subjects were 18 years and above. Most of the participants were Saudi citizens (95.6%; N = 734), and from Western Saudi Arabia (76.4%; N = 587). Thirty-four percent (N = 261) of the participants had not heard of HEV, and 48% were aware that yellowish skin or eyes are the most important sign of hepatitis. The level of participants’ knowledge about HEV was low (39.5%). However, positive attitudes and practices were apparent and tended to aim at how to avoid becoming infected with HEV. In conclusion, the level of HEV-related knowledge among the participants was low, and their practices and attitudes were aimed at avoiding HEV infection. Awareness campaigns are required to increase the public’s HEV-related knowledge.

scholarly journals Outcomes of three different models for sex education and citizenship programs concerning knowledge, attitudes, and behavior of Brazilian adolescents

2005 ◽  
Vol 21 (2) ◽  
pp. 589-597 ◽  
Author(s):  
Margarita Díaz ◽  
Maeve Brito de Mello ◽  
Maria Helena de Sousa ◽  
Francisco Cabral ◽  
Ricardo de Castro e Silva ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Public Schools ◽  
Sex Education ◽  
Gender Issues ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Reproductive Physiology ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Positive Attitudes ◽  
Belo Horizonte ◽  
And Gender

Three different school-based sex education and citizenship programs in public schools in Rio de Janeiro, Belo Horizonte, and Salvador, Brazil, were evaluated in a cross-sectional study comparing knowledge, attitudes, and practices in sexuality, citizenship, and gender issues among adolescents participating in the programs' activities as compared to adolescents enrolled in schools without such programs (controls). Results showed that Salvador's program achieved good results, with significant changes in knowledge on sexuality and reproductive physiology, attitudes regarding citizenship, and current use of modern contraceptives; Rio de Janeiro's program succeeded in improving students' knowledge of reproductive physiology and attitudes towards sexuality; Belo Horizonte's participants showed greater knowledge of reproductive physiology and STI/HIV prevention but had less positive attitudes towards gender issues, while reporting greater sexual activity. The main difference between Salvador's program and the others was the focus on creative and cultural activities; Belo Horizonte's main difference was its lack of interaction with health services and professionals. However, after the evaluation Belo Horizonte reframed its educational strategies and launched a scaling-up process in a joint effort with the health and school systems.

scholarly journals Knowledge, Attitudes, Practices, and Factors Associated with Voluntary Blood Donation among University Students in Kilimanjaro, Tanzania

2016 ◽  
Vol 2016 ◽  
pp. 1-8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Elionora Elias ◽  
Wilhellmuss Mauka ◽  
Rune N. Philemon ◽  
Damian J. Damian ◽  
Michael J. Mahande ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Young People ◽  
Blood Donors ◽  
Blood Donation ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Positive Attitudes ◽  
Willingness To Donate ◽  
The Future ◽  
Donated Blood

Background. Understanding the knowledge and awareness of blood donation among potential blood donors in the population, like young people, and the associated attitudes and practices is important. Methodology. This was a cross-sectional study whereby a self-administered questionnaire was used to collect information from the consenting participants. Results. A total of 422 participants were enrolled. Their mean age was 24.2 (SD 3.6) years. Of the 422, 30% have ever donated blood. 55% of those who had ever donated were repeated blood donors. Majority of the participants (93%) had positive attitudes towards blood donation and 88% were willing to donate in the future. Factors that were significantly associated with ever donating blood were male gender, knowing a person who has donated blood, knowledge of the amount of blood donated, willingness to donate in the future, and not expecting any postdonation reward. Discussion. High awareness, positive attitude, and high intention to donate in the future should be used to underscore the need to educate the young people on the value of blood donation in saving lives and to give them correct information on overall requirements for blood donation.

scholarly journals Knowledge, attitudes and practices of faculty members' about computer vision syndrome, Majmaah University, Saudi Arabia

2018 ◽  
Vol 5 (9) ◽  
pp. 3801
Author(s):  
Saad Abbas Aldawsari ◽  
Abdullah Ayidh Alotaibi ◽  
Khalid Mohamed Alabdulwahhab ◽  
Elsadig Yousif Mohamed ◽  
Sharafeldin Abdelmajid
Keyword(s):  
Computer Vision ◽  
Medical Science ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Faculty Members ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Attitude And Practice ◽  
Computer Vision Syndrome ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Knowledge Attitude And Practice

Background: Computer vision syndrome (CVS) is a group of eye problems that result from using the computer for a long time, it became a health problem. This syndrome is characterized by several symptoms including eyestrain, headaches and neck pain. The aim of the study was to investigate the knowledge, attitude, and practice of faculty members' about computer vision syndrome, Majmaah University, Saudi Arabia.Methods: The present study is cross-sectional study, which was conducted in Majmaah city in Sudair area in the north of Riyadh region. The study included faculty members of the College of Medicine and medical science college, Majmaah University.Results: There were 86 (74.8%) males, and 29 (25.2%) females participated in this study. The mean±SD of years using a computer by participants was 14.78±5.69 years and the mean±SD of hours spent using a computer daily was 5.25±2.2. There were 91.3% knew the bad effects of computer on the eyes, the most common symptoms resulted from long period of using computer were eyestrain 28.7% and headache 14.8%. The mean±SD score of attitude was 67.75±7.72.Conclusions: There is good knowledge, attitude and practice among faculty members about computer vision syndrome.

scholarly journals Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices (KAP) Regarding Physical Activity among Healthcare Professionals (HCPs) in Suva, Fiji

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (6) ◽  
pp. 91
Author(s):  
Keresi Rokorua Bako ◽  
Masoud Mohammadnezhad ◽  
Sabiha Khan
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Healthcare Professionals ◽  
Good Practice ◽  
Behavioural Change ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Positive Attitudes ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

BACKGROUND: More than 60% of the world’s population is not physically active. Physical inactivity affects all sectors of the population including among healthcare professionals (HCPs). The objective of this study was to determine the level of knowledge, attitudes and practices (KAP) regarding the concept, benefits and health consequences of physical activity (PA) among HCPs in Suva, Fiji. METHODS: This quantitative, cross-sectional study was conducted among HCPs in Suva, Fiji between 1 July 2017 and 22 September 2017. All available HCPs including doctors, nurses and paramedics who were willing to take part in the study were included. A validated self-administered questionnaire was used to assess the level of KAP regarding PA. Data was analysed with Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) 25. RESULTS: 126 HCPs participated in this study with the majority being female (73.8%), in the age range of 33 – 42 years (47.6%), married (81.7%), from the nursing profession (54.0%) and within 0-5 years of experience (27.0%). The results showed that most of the participants (96.8%) had a high level of knowledge, positive attitudes (100%) and good practice (95%) regarding PA. CONCLUSION: Although the study participants had high levels of knowledge and positive attitudes towards PA, it is important to promote their practice. Using tailored behavioural change theories that focus on perceived benefits and barriers of PA may help decision-makers to promote PA in the workplace and among HCPs in Fiji.

Public Awareness Toward Coronavirus Disease-2019

2020 ◽  
Vol 32 (6-7) ◽  
pp. 354-356
Author(s):  
Izzeddin A. Bdair ◽  
Mohammad N. Alshloul ◽  
Gladys L. Maribbay
Keyword(s):  
Public Awareness ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Negative Attitudes ◽  
Effective Measure ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Positive Attitudes ◽  
Global Issue ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

Background The emergence of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) infection has become a global issue of concern. Since its occurrence, about 18 million cases have been reported globally and about 280 000 in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Aim The aim of this study was to investigate the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of the general population toward COVID-19. Method A cross-sectional study was conducted. A questionnaire was built by the researchers that was composed of demographics, knowledge, attitudes, and practices sections. Results The sample was composed of 575 participants. The mean scores of knowledge, attitudes, and practices were 16.48 ± 2.90, 10.01 ± 2.18, and 8.91 ± 1.91, respectively. The Ministry of Health constitutes the main source of participants’ information. Conclusion The findings showed that participants have good knowledge, positive attitudes, and satisfactory practices toward COVID-19. Yet, areas of low knowledge and negative attitudes were noticed. However, further studies are recommended to design an effective measure to control the disease.

scholarly journals Knowledge, attitudes, and practices surrounding COVID-19 among Sudan citizens during the pandemic: an online cross-sectional study

2020 ◽  
pp. 32-45 ◽  
Author(s):  
Khawla Nasr Aldeen Altayb Mousa ◽  
Malaz Malik Yousif Saad ◽  
Mohammed Tayseer Bashir Abdelghafor
Keyword(s):  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Knowledge Questionnaire ◽  
Sample Representativeness ◽  
Positive Attitudes ◽  
Rapid Spread ◽  
Teaching Programs ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Staying At Home

Background: A number of protective and cautionary protocols have been adopted to control the rapid spread of COVID-19 in Sudan. People’s commitment to these protocols is affected by their knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP). Objective: To measure the Sudanese population’s KAP in relation to COVID-19 during the pandemic. Method: A web sample was enrolled with success via the authors’ relations with citizens and standard media in Khartoum, Sudan. A self-administered online KAP questionnaire was completed by the respondents. Results: Among the study sample (n=2336),66.4% between 18 and 29 years old, 60.7% were ladies, 75.9% had a high school education, and 76.1% were Khartoum citizens.  The general correct rate of the knowledge questionnaire was 84.7%. The majority of the participants (94.8%) were ready to commit to the decision of staying at home. A large proportion of the participants (92%) frequently washed their hands or using antiseptic. Conclusion: Health teaching programs geared to enhancing COVID-19 knowledge are useful for Sudan citizens fostering positive attitudes and disseminating knowledge relating to helpful practices. Due to the limited sample representativeness, we must be cautious when generalizing these findings. Keywords: Knowledge, Attitude, Practice, COVID-19, Sudan.

scholarly journals Diabetic Eye Disease Related Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices among Physicians in Nepal

2018 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 26-36 ◽  
Author(s):  
Eli Pradhan ◽  
Anadi Khatri ◽  
Jasmeen Tuladhar ◽  
Dina Shrestha
Keyword(s):  
Diabetic Retinopathy ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Diabetic Patients ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Positive Attitudes ◽  
Patients With Diabetes ◽  
Diabetic Eye Disease ◽  
Knowledge And Attitude ◽  
Prevention Of Diabetes

Background: Awareness of diabetic retinopathy amongst general physicians is a major factor for the prevention of diabetes-related ocular complications.They are most often the first line of contact of diabetic patients and their knowledge and attitude are the principal indicators of their level of awareness. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted in Kathmandu and is based on a structured questionnaire referring to Diabetic retinopathy formulated on Guideline for Conducting a Knowledge, Attitude and Practice Study by information, Education, and Communication expert.The questionnaire comprised of 18 questions and 45 physicians were enrolled. Significant differences and associations were determined by values of P < 0.05. Results: All of the physicians (100%) were aware that diabetes can damage the eye and can cause visual impairment. Most of them agreed that patients with diabetes should be sent for ophthalmic evaluations with majority mandating an immediate evaluation after the diagnosis. The majority (98%) of physicians disagreed that eye examination was required only once the vision was affected. Only 56% of the physicians agreed they routinely perform direct ophthalmoscopy to examine the retina (p 0.551). Among them, nearly half (44%) reported not knowing the importance of dilating the pupil. (p=0.69). Conclusions: The study shows a good level of diabetic retinopathy awareness and knowledge with positive attitudes toward the importance of diabetes care. At the same time, it has found that practice level despite good knowledge and attitude to be below average among the physicians who are managing diabetic patients.

On-farm food safety knowledge, attitudes and self-reported practices of layer hen farmers

2019 ◽  
Vol 121 (8) ◽  
pp. 1912-1925 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kwanhatai Thongpalad ◽  
John K.M. Kuwornu ◽  
Avishek Datta ◽  
Songkhla Chulakasian ◽  
Anil Kumar Anal
Keyword(s):  
Food Safety ◽  
Agricultural Practices ◽  
Quality Measures ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Positive Attitudes ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
On Farm

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to assess the knowledge, attitudes and practices (KAP) of farmers regarding the on-farm food safety measures in the commercial layer farms in Thailand prior the implementation of the mandatory Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) standard.Design/methodology/approachThe cross-sectional study was conducted through the face-to-face interview with a questionnaire in 143 GAP certified and 59 non-GAP certified farms. The levels of safety and quality measures implemented in farms were evaluated using a self-reported approach. Scoring system was applied to investigate the relationship between level of practices and its determining factors using the correlation test.FindingsThe layer hen farmers appeared to have an adequate level of knowledge on safety and quality measures; however, some misconception on recommended practices was still observed. The significant differences (p<0.001) in the regularity of practices adopted in farms were noticed between GAP and non-GAP groups. The GAP farmers have higher level of knowledge, and positive attitudes toward implementation. Only the weak positive relationships were found between all KAP variables which implied that there are other factors influencing the translation of knowledge and favorable attitudes into practices.Originality/valueNone of the on-farm food safety KAP report has been published in Thailand. This study highlights the gaps in the practices and issues needed to be focused by standard promoters for developing the knowledge translation programs aimed at enhancing the standard of layer farming.

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