scholarly journals Emergency contraceptive knowledge, attitudes and practices among female students at the University of Botswana: A descriptive survey

2018 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Bobby Kgosiemang ◽  
Julia Blitz
Keyword(s):  
Emergency Contraception ◽  
Female Students ◽  
Accurate Information ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
University Of Botswana ◽  
Unintended Pregnancies ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
The University ◽  
Descriptive Survey ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

Background: Unintended pregnancies are associated with unsafe abortions and maternal deaths, particularly in countries such as Botswana, where abortion is illegal. Many of these unwanted pregnancies could be avoided by using emergency contraception, which is widely available in Botswana.Aim: To assess the level of knowledge, attitudes and practices of female students with regard to emergency contraception at the University of Botswana.Setting: Students from University of Botswana, Gaborone, Botswana.Methods: A descriptive survey among 371 students selected from all eight faculties at the university. Data were collected using a self-administered questionnaire and analysed using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences.Results: The mean age was 20.6 years (SD 1.62), 58% were sexually active, 22% had used emergency contraception and 52% of pregnancies were unintended. Of the total respondents, 95% replied that they had heard of emergency contraception; however, only 53% were considered to have good knowledge, and 55% had negative attitudes towards its use. Students from urban areas had better knowledge than their rural counterparts (p = 0.020). Better knowledge of emergency contraception was associated with more positive attitudes towards actual use (p < 0.001). Older students (p < 0.001) and those in higher years of study (p = 0.001) were more likely to have used emergency contraception.Conclusion: Although awareness of emergency contraception was high, level of knowledge and intention to use were low. There is a need for a targeted health education programme to provide accurate information about emergency contraception.

scholarly journals Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices about Zika among a University Community Located in an Endemic Zone in Mexico

2018 ◽  
Vol 15 (11) ◽  
pp. 2548 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vianey Argüelles-Nava ◽  
María Alvarez-Bañuelos ◽  
Daniel Córdoba-Suárez ◽  
Clara Sampieri ◽  
María Ortiz-León ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Zika Virus ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Sexual Transmission ◽  
Univariate Analysis ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Medium Level ◽  
Study Population ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
The University ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

To assess the knowledge, attitudes, and practices about the Zika virus in both students and workers at the University of Veracruz, an online survey was conducted. The participants were divided into two groups: one according to sex, the other according to whether they were workers or students. Their answers were classified into knowledge, attitudes, and practices and they were rated as low, medium, and high. The results showed that knowledge about Zika prevailing among the university population is considered as medium in 79.4% of the study population. Most respondents know that the mosquito spreads the Zika virus (98.8%) and the clinical characteristics, while sexual transmission by the virus is little known (36.85%). Both the univariate analysis (OR (CI5) 0.227 (0.070–0.735), p = 0.013] and multivariate analysis (OR (CI95) 0.234 (0.071–778), p = 0.018] showed that belonging to the health sciences area is related to having a greater knowledge about Zika. Despite the existing knowledge, a low level of prevention practices prevails in the whole community (55%). A medium level of knowledge about Zika prevailed, while proper implementation of preventive measures for Zika is low, despite the fact that the state of Veracruz—the place where the University is located—is an endemic area.

scholarly journals Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices of Contraception Among Tertiary Students at the University Campus in Namibia

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (6) ◽  
pp. 180
Author(s):  
Tatenda Mutsindikwa ◽  
Daniel Opotamutale Ashipala ◽  
Nestor Tomas ◽  
Tuwilika Endjala
Keyword(s):  
Sexually Transmitted Infections ◽  
Social Services ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
High Rate ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Sexually Transmitted ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Unintended Pregnancies ◽  
The University ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

The purpose of the study was to investigate the knowledge, attitude and practices of female tertiary students at the University of Namibia regarding contraception. The objective of the study was to assess and describe the knowledge, attitudes and practices of University of Namibia Education students at Rundu campus, regarding contraception with a view to make recommendations based on the findings of the study. A quantitative, descriptive cross-sectional design was used and a total of 220 female tertiary students from Rundu Campus were selected using simple random sampling. Data was collected from participants by the use of a self-administered questionnaire. Findings from this study showed amongst other that majority (80%) 166 showed poor practices towards contraception. However, the study showed that (91%) 202 has positive attitude regarding contraceptives and that this greatly contributes to high rate of unintended pregnancies as well as Sexually Transmitted Infections among them. It is recommended that in order to prevent unintended pregnancies as well as high incidences of Sexually Transmitted Infections among tertiary students, the Ministry of Health and Social Services must introduce a regular reproductive health outreach programme on campus, or establish a clinic on campus. Neglecting youth&rsquo;s contraceptive needs contributes to high rate of unintended pregnancies, Sexually Transmitted Infections, HIV/AIDS and, indirectly; maternal mortality.

Emergency Contraception: Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices Among Brazilian Obstetrician-Gynecologists

1999 ◽  
Vol 25 (4) ◽  
pp. 168 ◽  
Author(s):  
Loren Galvao ◽  
Juan Diaz ◽  
Margarita Diaz ◽  
Maria Jose Osis ◽  
Shelley Clark ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Emergency Contraception ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

scholarly journals Assessment of Soil Erosion Vulnerability in the Heavily Populated and Ecologically Fragile Communities in Motozintla De Mendoza, Chiapas, Mexico

2017 ◽  
Author(s):  
Selene B. González-Morales ◽  
Alex Mayer ◽  
Neptalí Ramírez-Marcial
Keyword(s):  
Soil Erosion ◽  
Erosion Rate ◽  
Negative Response ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Erosion Rates ◽  
Soil Erosion Rate ◽  
Kap Survey ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Steep Slopes ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

Abstract. The physical aspects and knowledge of soil erosion in six communities in rural Chiapas, Mexico were assessed. Average erosion rates estimated with the RUSLE model ranged from 200 to 1,200 ha−1 yr−1. Most erosion rates are relatively high due to steep slopes, sandy soils and bare land cover. The lowest rates occur where corn is cultivated for much of the year and slopes are relatively low. The results of a knowledge, attitudes and practices (KAP) survey showed that two-thirds of respondents believed that the major cause of soil erosion was hurricanes or rainfall and only 14 % of respondents identified human activities as causes of erosion. Forty-two percent of respondents indicated that the responsibility for solving soil erosion problems lies with government, as opposed to 26 % indicating that the community is responsible. More than half of respondents believed that reforestation is a viable option for reducing soil erosion, but only a third of respondents were currently applying reforestation practices and another one-third indicated that they were not following any conservation practices. The KAP results were used to assess the overall level of knowledge and interest in soil erosion problems and their solutions by compiling negative responses. The community of Barrio Vicente Guerrero may be most vulnerable to soil erosion, since it had the highest average negative response and the second highest soil erosion rate. However, Poblado Cambil had the highest estimated soil erosion rate and a relatively low average negative response rate, suggesting that soil conservation efforts should be prioritized for this community. We conclude that as long as the economic and productive needs of the communities are not solved simultaneously, the risk of soil erosion will increase in the future, which threatens the survival of these communities.

scholarly journals PENGETAHUAN, SIKAP DAN PRAKTEK KONSERVASI LAHAN PADA AGROFORESTRY ILENGI

2019 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 40
Author(s):  
Abdul Samad Hiola ◽  
Dian Puspaningrum
Keyword(s):  
Land Conservation ◽  
Conservation Practices ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Knowledge And Attitudes ◽  
Attitudes And Perceptions ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Educational Factors ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

AbstrackInformation on farmers' knowledge about land conservation practices in limited agroforestry is a barrier to the application of agroforestry. Land conservation practices and their adaptation by farmers in Modelidu Village by exploring their knowledge, attitudes, and perceptions in agroforestry. The purpose of this study was to determine the knowledge, attitudes and practices of land conservation in agroforestry of Ilengi.The results showed the level of knowledge and attitudes of respondents in Modelidu Village regarding the application of land conservation in agroforestry were in the low category (43% and 46%) to moderate (37% and 34%). So that the impact on practice is in the low category (66%) to moderate (28%). While the educational factors and attitudes of farmers influence the practice of applying land conservation in agroforestry of ilengi.  RingkasanInformasi pengetahuan yang terbatas tentang praktik konservasi lahan di agroforestri ilengi menjadi penghalang bagi penerapan agroforestri secara luas. Praktek konservasi lahan dan adaptasinya oleh  petani di Desa Modelidu dengan mengeksplorasi pengetahuan, sikap, dan persepsi mereka di agroforestri  ilengi. Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mengetahui pengetahuan, sikap dan praktek konservasi lahan di agroforestri  ilengi.Hasil penelitian menunjukan tingkat pengetahuan dan sikap sebagian besar petani responden di Desa Modelidu mengenai penerapan konservasi lahan di agroforestri  ilengi  berada  pada  kategori  buruk (43% dan 46%)  sampai dengan   sedang (37% dan 34%).  Sehingga berdampak pada praktik   berada pada kategori buruk (66%) sampai dengan sedang (28%).  Sedangkan faktor tingkat pendidikan dan sikap petani responden yang  mempengaruhi  praktik  penerapan konservasi lahan di agroforestri  ilengi.

scholarly journals The implementation of smartphones in the instructional process in the views of the female students at Hail University

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (11) ◽  
pp. 30-36
Author(s):  
Laila Mohamed Sedky Genedy ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Standard Deviation ◽  
Learning Process ◽  
Experimental Studies ◽  
Female Students ◽  
Educational Process ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
Arithmetic Average ◽  
Instructional Process ◽  
The University ◽  
Descriptive Survey

This study aims to examine the implications of implementing smartphones in the educational process in the views of students at the University of Hail. The descriptive survey method was used in the research. To achieve the goal of the research, a questionnaire was prepared regarding the degree of use of smartphones in the learning process which is consisted of 20 paragraphs. The research sample was the female students at the University of Hail. It is found that the overall degree is medium as the arithmetic average is 3.34 with a standard deviation of 0.28. It was concluded that students are prodigiously interested in reviewing the university sites. Moreover, it was found that students are immensely skilled in using smartphones for the exchange of electronic messages and the exchange of information. However, they are less interested in submitting electronic assignments. Few students are watching educational presentations on smartphones because of their small size screens and high drainage from the batteries. Therefore, it is highly recommended to conduct experimental studies showing the importance of using the smartphone.

scholarly journals Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices of Mothers Regarding Breastfeeding in the University Hospital Center of Brazzaville (Republic of Congo)

Health ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (02) ◽  
pp. 219-229
Author(s):  
Buambo Gauthier Régis Jostin ◽  
Eouani Max Lévy Eméry ◽  
Potokoue Mpia Samantha Nuelly ◽  
Mahoungou Tsibozi Frédine ◽  
Itoua Clautaire ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
University Hospital ◽  
Republic Of Congo ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
The University ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Hospital Center

scholarly journals Citywide preparedness for a pandemic: A crosssectional survey of knowledge, attitudes, and practices about respiratory infection prevention in Bogotá, Colombia

Biomédica ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 40 (Supl. 2) ◽  
pp. 159-165
Author(s):  
Jorge Alberto Cortés ◽  
Pilar Espitia ◽  
Yuliet Liliana Rosero-Lasso
Keyword(s):  
Infection Control ◽  
Healthcare Workers ◽  
Respiratory Infections ◽  
Healthcare Personnel ◽  
Local Health Authority ◽  
Local Health ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Adequate Knowledge ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

Introduction: Healthcare personnel plays an important role in the prevention of acute respiratory infections in hospital settings.Objective: Our aim was to establish the level of knowledge about respiratory virus infections and the attitudes and practices among healthcare workers, leaders of infection control committees in hospitals of Bogotá, Colombia.Materials and methods: We used a self-administered questionnaire of 28 items during the monthly meeting sponsored by the local health authority. “Yes or no” and “true or false” questions were applied to measure knowledge. Attitudes and practices were measured with a Likert-type scale according to the agreement degree.Results: We surveyed 70 healthcare workers. Respondents demonstrated a good level of knowledge as 80% of them answered correctly more than five questions. A total of 54.4% showed a low degree of agreement when asked if their institutions have the policy to stay home when they are sick with respiratory symptoms and 67.1% never or rarely remain at home under such conditions.Conclusion: Healthcare worker leaders of infection control committees in Bogotá’s ospitals have adequate knowledge about the prevention of seasonal respiratory viruses. There is a need for implementing urgent sick leave policies as a measure to prevent the spread of potential coronavirus infections in hospitals.

scholarly journals Assessing Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices of Healthcare Workers regarding Biomedical Waste Management at Biyem-Assi District Hospital, Yaounde: A Cross-Sectional Analytical Study

2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 ◽  
pp. 1-7
Author(s):  
Sylvain Honoré Woromogo ◽  
Gwladys Guetsé Djeukang ◽  
Félicité Emma Yagata Moussa ◽  
Jesse Saint Saba Antaon ◽  
Kingsley Ngah Kort ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Healthcare Workers ◽  
Health Workers ◽  
District Hospital ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Biomedical Waste ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Good Level ◽  
Research Activities ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

Background. Biomedical waste (BMW) is defined as unwanted materials generated during diagnosis, treatment, operation, immunization, or in research activities including production of biologicals. Healthcare workers are responsible for the proper management of this waste for human safety and for the protection of the environment. Methods. An analytical knowledge, attitude, and practice (KAP) study was carried out at Biyem-Assi District Hospital from June 1st to July 5th, 2018, including 100 health workers from different departments. Variables of interest were knowledge, attitudes, and practices of the respondents. A structured and pretested questionnaire was used for data collection. Data analysis was carried out using software Epi Info version 7.2.2.6. Logistic regression was used to establish the relationship between knowledge, attitudes, and practices. Results. Nurses constituted 32.0% of the participants, and more than half of the participants had 1–4 years of working experience (56.0%). Overall, the level of knowledge was satisfactory at 50.0%, that of attitudes was as unfavorable at 83.0%, and that of practices was as poor at 50.0%. Favorable attitudes were associated to satisfactory level of knowledge (ORa = 5.14 [3.10–8.51] and p=0.005). Good practices were associated to good level of knowledge (ORa = 5.26 [3.17–8.7] and p<0.001) and a favorable attitude (ORa = 7.30 [2.25–23, 71] and p<0.001). Conclusion. The level of knowledge was considered unsatisfactory for half of the staff interviewed. Attitudes were unfavourable at 83.0% and poor practices at 50.0%. Staff with a good level of knowledge were more likely to have favourable attitudes towards BWM. Also, good knowledge and attitude positively influenced the practice with regard to BMW management.

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