scholarly journals Knowledge and Attitudes Concerning SARS-CoV-2 among Healthcare Workers in Mirpur, Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Pakistan

2020 ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Healthcare Workers ◽  
Positive Attitude ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Jammu And Kashmir ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Knowledge And Attitude ◽  
Age Range

Background: The healthcare workers are leading the fight against the coronavirus pandemic and are at great risk of acquiring the infection. The information on the knowledge and attitude of healthcare workers towards SARS‐CoV-2 is useful to plan awareness and educational programs. Aim: To assess the knowledge and attitude of healthcare workers toward SARS‐CoV-2 in Mirpur, AJK, Pakistan. Material and Methods: A cross-sectional study was performed during March and April 2020, on 468 healthcare workers in a tertiary care divisional headquarters teaching hospital of Mirpur, Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Pakistan. A self-administered questionnaire was used to collect the data through a face to face approach. The data were organized and statistically analyzed through SPSS version 21.0. Results: A total of 520 healthcare workers were approached and 468 of them filled and returned the questionnaire, giving a response rate of 90.0%. The age range of the participants was 18 to 59 years with a mean of 31.5 ± 4.9 years. The majority of respondents were males (62.4%) and more than half of the participants (62.1%) had knowledge of the SARS‐CoV-2 outbreak and their main source of information was television (51.2%). Overall, 60.6% had sufficient knowledge of the disease and 79.7% had a positive attitude towards SARS‐CoV-2. Conclusion: The outcomes of our study revealed that overall healthcare workers had an acceptable level of knowledge and a positive attitude towards the SARS‐CoV-2 outbreak.

scholarly journals Knowledge and attitude toward evidence based practice among nurses of a tertiary care teaching hospital, Nepal

2019 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 55-60
Author(s):  
Sailaza Dahal
Keyword(s):  
Positive Attitude ◽  
Evidence Based Practice ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Average Level ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Knowledge And Attitude ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

Introductions: Evidence Based Practice (EBP) raises the standard of nursing practice. The objective of this study was to assess knowledge and attitude toward EBP among nurses of Patan Hospital, Patan Academy of health Sciences (PAHS), Nepal. Methods: This was a cross-sectional study conducted from 12th August to 7th September 2018. Convenience sampling was used to select nurses with bachelor degree in nursing, working at Patan Hospital, PAHS, Nepal. Data were collected using self-administered semi-structured questionnaire to find out knowledge and attitude of nurses towards EBP. Results: Out of 125 nurses participated, 61 (48.8%) had average level of knowledge, 19 (15.2%) had good knowledge and 45 (36.0%) poor level of knowledge of EBP. Positive attitude toward EBP was found in 123 (98.4%). There was weak positive (r = 0.263) relationship between knowledge and attitude of EBP. Conclusions: Nearly half of the nurses had an average level of knowledge regarding EBP, and nearly all had positive attitude toward it.

scholarly journals Knowledge and attitude towards strabismus among parents of Saudi children with strabismus

2019 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 438 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sultan Alzuhairy ◽  
Elaf Saleh Alabdulrazaq ◽  
Ibtehaj Mohammed Alharbi ◽  
Dora Hammad Alharkan
Keyword(s):  
Positive Attitude ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
History Of Surgery ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Early Presentation ◽  
History Of ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Knowledge And Attitude

Background: For early detection and timely management of strabismus in children, parent’s cooperation is essential. It depends upon their level of awareness. The objective was to describe the determinants and the level of knowledge and attitude towards strabismus among parents of children with strabismus in Saudi Arabia.Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted in 2018 at a hospital in Qaseem, Saudi Arabia. Consented parents of children with strabismus presenting to Qaseem University eye clinic were interviewed. Data were anonymously collected on participant demographics and the child’s strabismus. The survey interview consisted of 8 questions related to signs, symptoms, and management of strabismus. Three questions related to the attitude towards strabismus among parents/caregivers. Two separate questions queried the source of knowledge and possible barriers, respectively.Results: Each parent of 81 children was interviewed. An excellent level of knowledge of strabismus was noted for 41 participants (50.6% at 95%CI 39.7-61.5). A positive attitude towards strabismus was noted in 57 participants (70.4% at 95% CI 60.4-80.3). No history of surgery was statistically associated to an excellent level of knowledge (P<0.001). Gender (P=0.7), age (P=0.7), father’s education (P=0.3), mother’s education (P=0.5), type of strabismus (P=0.8) were not associated with the level of knowledge. High cost (43.2%) and false beliefs (53.1%) were the main barriers to medical consultations.Conclusions: Parents of children with strabismus presenting to a tertiary care eye hospital had good knowledge about the signs, symptoms and management of strabismus. Addressing barriers perceived by parents may improve early presentation rates of children with strabismus allowing timely management.

scholarly journals Poor level of knowledge on elderly care despite positive attitude among nursing students in Zanzibar Island: findings from a cross-sectional study

BMC Nursing ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Arafa A. Muhsin ◽  
Mariam J. Munyogwa ◽  
Stephen M. Kibusi ◽  
Saada A. Seif
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Students ◽  
Positive Attitude ◽  
Elderly Population ◽  
Elderly Care ◽  
Elderly Person ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Positive Attitudes ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Knowledge And Attitude

Abstract Background It is estimated by the year 2050, 80% of the global elderly population will be from the low-and middle income countries. Elderly care requires health workers with skills associated with an understanding of the biological, psychological, social and cultural theories related to aging. Nurses with better knowledge, skills and positive attitudes towards elderly care are highly needed and critically important for better healthcare and wellbeing of the elderly population. Therefore the objective of this study was to assess the level of knowledge and attitude of nursing students towards elderly care in Zanzibar Island. Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted in Zanzibar involving three out of five nursing training institutions. Participants were selected by systematic random sampling. Facts on Aging Quiz 2 and Kogan’s Attitudes Toward Old People scale were used to assess the level of knowledge and attitude towards elderly care among the students respectively. Simple and multivariable logistic regressions were applied to determine the predictors of knowledge and attitude among the participants. Results A total of 393 students participated in this study. Only 17% (69) of the participants had good level of knowledge and about 67.9% (267) had positive attitude towards elderly care. Living in an extended family and with an elderly person at home were both associated with good level of knowledge and positive attitude towards elderly care. Furthermore, living in a rural area (adjusted odds ratio = 2.23; 95% confidence interval: 1.22, 4.10) and studying at public institution (adjusted odds ratio = 2.59; 95% confidence interval: 1.41, 4.63) were associated with positive attitude towards elderly care. Conclusion This study has shown that the majority of nursing students in Zanzibar have positive attitude but poor level of knowledge towards elderly care. The current findings have demonstrated that past experience with an elderly person can help in influencing good knowledge and shaping positive attitudes towards elderly care. Low level of knowledge shown in the study suggests for further research on adequacy of nursing curriculum and/or its implementation.

scholarly journals Knowledge, Attitude, Motivation and Planning of Breastfeeding; A cross Sectional Study among Jordanian Women.

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
wasim khasawneh ◽  
Khalid Kheirallah ◽  
Mai Mazin ◽  
Sanaa Abdulnabi
Keyword(s):  
Positive Attitude ◽  
Antenatal Clinic ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Key Factors ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Trend Variation ◽  
Knowledge And Attitude ◽  
Time Allotment ◽  
Breastfeeding Practice

Abstract Background Antenatal women’s attitude and planning for breastfeeding are affected by their awareness and the support they receive. These are key factors that contribute to the trend variation in breastfeeding practice. This study aims to assess knowledge, attitude, support, and planning of breastfeeding among Jordanian women. Methods A face-to-face cross sectional semi-structured questionnaire survey was conducted among healthy women in the antenatal clinic and postpartum ward at three hospitals in Northern Jordan during the period August 2019 to December 2019. Data was collected about demographics, knowledge and attitude, support and counseling, and feeding planning. Factors associated with planning to breastfeed were reported. Results 660 women completed the survey questionnaires. 78% were knowledgeable about breastfeeding benefits and aware of WHO recommendations. 72% had a positive attitude towards breastfeeding. More than half received support from their husbands to breastfeed their infants, while less than 20% received any counseling from their obstetric physicians. 97% reported their intention to breastfeed, and more than half indicated their willing to exclusively breastfeed. With Multilogistic regression model, predictors of EBF planning include primiparty (AOR 1.79 95% C.I 1.1, 3.25), positive attitude (AOR 1.80 95% C.I 1.05, 3.1) and positive husband’s support (AOR 1.92 95% C.I. 1.18, 3.15). Barriers include women’s employment (AOR 0.43 95% C.I. 0.26, 0.70) and low birth weight (AOR 0.46 95% C.I. 0.25, 0.84) Conclusion Jordanian women are highly knowledgeable about breastfeeding benefits, and they exhibit a positive attitude towards breastfeeding resulting in a very high percentage intending to breastfeed their infants. Limited counseling about breastfeeding by obstetric physicians is a major gap in antenatal care. Assigning a specific time allotment for antenatal or postnatal counseling and support is expected to promote breastfeeding practice in our population.

scholarly journals Knowledge, attitude, motivation and planning of breastfeeding; A cross sectional study among Jordanian women.

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
wasim khasawneh ◽  
Khalid Kheirallah ◽  
Mai Mazin ◽  
Sanaa Abdulnabi
Keyword(s):  
Positive Attitude ◽  
Antenatal Clinic ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Trend Variation ◽  
Knowledge And Attitude ◽  
Time Allotment ◽  
Breastfeeding Practice ◽  
Northern Jordan

Abstract Background In Jordan, the rate of exclusive breastfeeding is declining. The trend variation in breastfeeding practice is determined by different factors including antenatal women’s attitude and planning which are affected by their awareness and the support they receive. This study aims to assess knowledge, attitude, support, and planning of breastfeeding among Jordanian women.Methods A face-to-face cross sectional semi-structured questionnaire survey was conducted among healthy women in the antenatal clinic and postpartum ward at three hospitals in Northern Jordan during the period August 2019 to December 2019. Data were collected about demographic characteristics, women’s knowledge and attitude towards breastfeeding, antenatal and postnatal support and counseling, and feeding planning. Customized scales were utilized to assess knowledge and attitude. Factors associated with planning to breastfeed were reported.Results 660 women completed the survey questionnaire. The majority were 20 to 35 years of age. 10% were primiparous and 30% were employed. 78% were knowledgeable about breastfeeding benefits and aware of WHO recommendations. 72% had a positive attitude towards breastfeeding. More than half received support from their husbands to breastfeed their infants, while less than 20% received any counseling from their obstetric providers. 97% reported their intention to breastfeed, and more than half indicated their willing to exclusively breastfeed. With multilogistic regression model, predictors of EBF planning include primiparty (AOR 1.79 95% C.I 1.1, 3.25), positive attitude (AOR 1.80 95% C.I 1.05, 3.1) and positive husband’s support (AOR 1.92 95% C.I. 1.18, 3.15). Barriers include women’s employment (AOR 0.43 95% C.I. 0.26, 0.70) and low birth weight (AOR 0.46 95% C.I. 0.25, 0.84)Conclusion Jordanian women are highly knowledgeable about breastfeeding benefits, and they exhibit a positive attitude towards breastfeeding resulting in a very high percentage intending to breastfeed their infants. Limited counseling about breastfeeding is a major gap in antenatal care. As intentions might not reflect the actual practice after delivery, gaps and barriers affecting the determinants of successful breastfeeding should be identified, and corrective tools should be accordingly implemented. Assigning a specific time allotment for antenatal or postnatal counseling and support is expected to promote breastfeeding practice in our population.

scholarly journals Knowledge and Attitude of Pregnant Women Regarding Antenatal Exercises

2020 ◽  
pp. 146-151
Author(s):  
Maria Hashmi ◽  
Qurat-Ul- Ain ◽  
Noor-Us-Saba Shaikh ◽  
Jeetendar Valecha
Keyword(s):  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Positive Attitude ◽  
Educational Status ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Inadequate Knowledge ◽  
Knowledge And Attitude ◽  
Exercise During Pregnancy ◽  
Pathology Data

Background: Exercise during pregnancy is very beneficial for maternal health and fetus also. Proper knowledge in pregnant mothers is very important to promote practicing of it. Objective: To assess the knowledge and attitude of pregnant women regarding antenatal exercises. Methods: This is a cross-sectional study done in Isra institute of rehabilitation and sciences, Karachi & JPMC, Karachi. Total of 266 pregnant women during their 2nd and 3rd trimester and willing to participate in study were included from different gynecological departments of Hyderabad. Complete history was assessed regarding patient’s age, gestational age, educational status and any previous known pathology. Data were collected through face to face interviews and a validated and modified questionnaire with informed consent. For recording all the data, a designed questioner proforma was used. SPSS version 20 was utilized for data analysis, which was then summarized by descriptive statistics using frequency tables, charts and percentages. Results: Total 266 pregnant women were interviewed; the mean age was 27.86±4.79 years, with a minimum and maximum age of 18 and 44 years respectively. Majority (54.97%) of the women did not have knowledge regarding antenatal exercise. However, 79.0% of women showed positive attitude towards antenatal care. Conclusions: Majority of pregnant women had inadequate knowledge regarding antenatal exercises, while most of whom with a positive attitude.

scholarly journals Knowledge and Attitude on Organ Donation among Nursing Students of a College in Biratnagar

2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 28-34
Author(s):  
Binu Limbu ◽  
Saraswati Basnet ◽  
Suvekshya Silwal
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Students ◽  
Organ Donation ◽  
Organ Transplantation ◽  
Positive Attitude ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Demographic Variables ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Knowledge And Attitude

Introduction: Organ transplantation is an effective therapy for end-stage organ failure. However, there is a large gap between the need for and the supply of donor organs. Nurses have a major role to play in tackling organ and tissue shortages. The main objective of the study was to assess the level of knowledge and attitude on organ donation among nursing students at Biratnagar. Methodology: Descriptive cross-sectional study design among Post Basic Bachelor in Nursing (PBBN) students was carried out in Birat Health College, Biratnagar. A census method using a self-administered semi-structured questionnaire was used for the data collection in 113 respondents. Descriptive statistics i.e., mean, median and standard deviation was used to assess the level of knowledge. Inferential statistics i.e., Chi-square test was used to find out the association between level of knowledge and attitude on organ donation with selected demographic variables. The findings of the study showed that out of 113 respondents, the mean age of respondents was 24.41 years. Similarly, 32.7% of the respondents were from 1st year, 33.6% from 2nd year and 33.6% from 3rd year. More than half, (60%) of the respondents were Brahmin/Chhetri. Similarly, (68.1%) had heard about organ donation from colleagues. Among the studied respondents, (69.9%) had average knowledge of organ donation and almost all (99.1%) of respondents possessed a positive attitude on organ donation. Conclusion: The majority of the respondents had an average level of knowledge and a positive attitude regarding organ donation. The level of knowledge was associated with ethnicity rather than other socio-demographic variables. Keywords: Attitude, Knowledge, Nursing students, Organ Transplantation, Organ Donation.

scholarly journals Health knowledge and attitude practices in Pakistani Hajj Pilgrims.

2020 ◽  
Vol 27 (02) ◽  
pp. 359-364
Author(s):  
Muhammad Imran Hassan Khan ◽  
Kashif Aziz Ahmad ◽  
Salman Shakeel ◽  
Muhammad Qasim
Keyword(s):  
Positive Attitude ◽  
Health Knowledge ◽  
Heat Stroke ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Polio Vaccine ◽  
Co Morbidity ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Knowledge And Attitude ◽  
Study Setting

Background: Pakistan has one of the highest number of Hajj pilgrims among all Islamic countries. Health of pilgrims play an important role in performing rituals of Hajj. It depends on their knowledge and attitude about health. Aims: In this study, we aimed to determine the Knowledge and Attitude about health in Pakistani Hajj pilgrims. Study Design: Questionnaire based prospective cross-sectional study. Setting: Lahore General Hospital, Pakistan. Period: June to August 2018. Material & Methods: 150 Pakistani Hajj pilgrims were randomly selected. Data was collected using a questionnaire. The questionnaire consisted of demographic information (sex, age, previous chronic ailment), health knowledge (4 questions) and health attitude (12 questions). Results: There were more males (71.3%) than females (28.7%). Most participants were between 31 to 50 years (48.7%), above 50 (30 %), 20% below 30 years and only 1.3% above 70 years. Majority (62.7%) had no previous illness, 8.7 % had diabetes, 11.3% Hypertension, 1.3% cirrhotic, and 16% had more than one co-morbidity. Level of knowledge was best in hand hygiene (100%) and vaccination (86.7%), but least in heat stroke 32.7% and chronic ailment 30.7%. Regarding attitude, 64% had positive attitude for wearing mask, 20.7% knew 5 movements, 77.3% food handling, 84% using one time razor for shaving, 25.3% features of heat stroke, 19.3% knew management of heat stroke, 97.3% knew about wearing light colored clothes, 30.7% for maintaining medicine of previous illness, 78% followed same diet precaution, 9.3% aware on carrying medicine, 4% on wearing medic alert bracelet. 86.7% had positive attitude for polio vaccine, 83.3% for influenza vaccine, 84.7% for meningitis vaccine and 82.7% for pneumonia vaccine. Conclusions: Educational strategy is required to improve knowledge and attitude on heat stroke and chronic ailment management.

scholarly journals Knowledge, attitude, motivation and planning of breastfeeding: A cross-sectional study among Jordanian women

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
wasim khasawneh ◽  
Khalid Kheirallah ◽  
Mai Mazin ◽  
Sanaa Abdulnabi
Keyword(s):  
Positive Attitude ◽  
Antenatal Clinic ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Trend Variation ◽  
Knowledge And Attitude ◽  
Breastfeeding Practice ◽  
Northern Jordan ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

Abstract Background In Jordan, the rate of exclusive breastfeeding is declining. The trend variation in breastfeeding practice is determined by different factors including antenatal women’s attitude and planning which are affected by their awareness and the support they receive. This study aims to assess knowledge, attitude, support, and planning of breastfeeding among Jordanian women.Methods A face-to-face cross sectional semi-structured questionnaire survey was conducted among healthy women in the antenatal clinic and postpartum ward at three hospitals in Northern Jordan during the period August 2019 to December 2019. Data were collected about demographic characteristics, women’s knowledge and attitude towards breastfeeding, antenatal and postnatal support and counseling, and feeding planning. Customized scales were utilized to assess knowledge and attitude. Factors associated with planning to breastfeed were reported.Results 660 women completed the survey questionnaire. The majority were 20 to 35 years of age, 10% were primiparous, and 30% were employed. 78% were knowledgeable about breastfeeding benefits and aware of WHO recommendations. 72% had a positive attitude towards breastfeeding. More than half received support from their husbands to breastfeed their infants, while less than 20% received any counseling from their obstetric providers. 97% reported their intention to breastfeed, and more than half indicated their willingness to breastfeed exclusively. With multilogistic regression modelling, predictors of EBF planning include: primiparity (AOR 1.79 95% C.I 1.1, 3.25), positive attitude (AOR 1.80 95% C.I 1.05, 3.1) and positive husband’s support (AOR 1.92 95% C.I. 1.18, 3.15). Barriers include women’s employment (AOR 0.43 95% C.I. 0.26, 0.70) and low birth weight (AOR 0.46 95% C.I. 0.25, 0.84)Conclusion Jordanian women are highly knowledgeable about breastfeeding benefits, and they exhibit a positive attitude towards breastfeeding resulting in a very high percentage intending to breastfeed their infants. Limited counseling about breastfeeding is a major gap in antenatal care. As intentions might not reflect the actual practice after delivery, gaps and barriers affecting the determinants of successful breastfeeding should be identified, and corrective tools should be implemented accordingly. Allocating a specific time for antenatal or postnatal counseling and support is expected to promote breastfeeding practice in our population.

scholarly journals Knowledge and attitude of pregnant women towards preeclampsia and its associated factors in South Gondar Zone, Northwest Ethiopia: a multi‐center facility‐based cross‐sectional study

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Maru Mekie ◽  
Dagne Addisu ◽  
Minale Bezie ◽  
Abenezer Melkie ◽  
Dejen Getaneh ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Associated Factors ◽  
First Trimester ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Northwest Ethiopia ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Knowledge And Attitude ◽  
Study Participants ◽  
South Gondar

Abstract Background Preeclampsia has the greatest impact on maternal mortality which complicates nearly a tenth of pregnancies worldwide. It is one of the top five maternal mortality causes and responsible for 16 % of direct maternal death in Ethiopia. Little is known about the level of knowledge and attitude towards preeclampsia in Ethiopia. This study was designed to assess the knowledge and attitude towards preeclampsia and its associated factors in South Gondar, Northwest Ethiopia. Methods A multicenter facility-based cross-sectional study was implemented in four selected hospitals of South Gondar Zone among 423 pregnant women. Multistage random sampling and systematic random sampling techniques were used to select the study sites and the study participants respectively. Data were entered in EpiData version 3.1 while cleaned and analyzed by Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 23. Descriptive and inferential statistics were performed. Adjusted odds ratio with 95 % confidence interval were used to identify the significance of the association between the level of knowledge on preeclampsia and its predictors. Results In this study, 118 (28.8 %), 120 (29.3 %) of the study participants had good knowledge and a positive attitude towards preeclampsia respectively. The likelihood of having good knowledge on preeclampsia was found to be low among women with no education (AOR = 0.22, 95 % CI (0.06, 0.85)), one antenatal care visit (ANC) (AOR = 0.13, 95 % CI (0.03, 0.59)). Whereas, those who booked for ANC in the first trimester (AOR = 6.59, 95 % CI (1.43, 30.33)), gave the last birth at a health facility (AOR = 2.61, 955 CI (1.03, 6.61)), and experienced a complication during previous births (AOR = 3.67, 95 % CI (1.78, 7.57)) were more likely to be knowledgeable on preeclampsia. Conclusions No formal education and not attending four ANC visits were associated with poor knowledge of preeclampsia. While participants who visited health facilities during the first trimester, who gave birth at health facilities, and those who experienced a complication in previous births were more likely to be knowledgeable on preeclampsia. Improving the numbers of ANC visits and encouraging facility delivery are important measures to improve women’s knowledge on preeclampsia. Health education regarding preeclampsia risk factors, symptoms, and complications shall be emphasized.

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