scholarly journals Assess the Effectiveness of Self-instructional Module on Knowledge Regarding Cultural Beliefs of Dietary Habits among Postnatal Women

2021 ◽  
pp. 315-320
Author(s):  
Kalyani Ambule ◽  
Bali Thool ◽  
Manjusha Mahakarkar ◽  
Shalini Moon ◽  
Archana Teltumade
Keyword(s):  
Food Habits ◽  
Dietary Habits ◽  
Cultural Beliefs ◽  
Knowledge Score ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Instructional Module ◽  
Postnatal Women ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
The Difference ◽  
The Impact

Background: The study of cultural factors in nutrition emerged as a distinct focus of research only recently, with the formation of the National Research Council's Committee on Food Habits in 1941. The impact of culture on nutrition has primarily been studied in the realm of "food habits," which is the second of two distinct spheres comprehended by nutrition science. The first is concerned with determining nutritional requirements and dietary standards and includes biochemistry and physiology. Objective of the study: This study aims to assess the effects of self-instructional module on knowledge regarding cultural beliefs of dietary habits among postnatal women. 1. To assess the existing knowledge regarding cultural beliefs of dietary habits among postnatal women 2. To assess the effectiveness of self-instructional module on knowledge regarding cultural beliefs of dietary habits among postnatal women 3. To associate knowledge regarding cultural beliefs of dietary habits among postnatal women with demographic variables. Material and methods: Evaluatory research approach is used to assess the effectiveness of self-instructional module on through the difference between the pre-test and post-test knowledge score. In this study a total number of 60 postnatal women who fulfil the inclusion criteria were selected. A structured questionnaire developed for assessing the knowledge of postnatal women. Result: According to the findings, 13.33% of postnatal women had an average level of knowledge, 55% had a good level of knowledge, and 31.67% had an excellent level of knowledge. Conclusion: According to findings of the study, there is an improvement in knowledge of postnatal women. Statistically, the self-instructional module on knowledge regarding cultural beliefs of dietary habits among postnatal women was proved to be effective.

scholarly journals A PROGRAMME TO ENHANCE KNOWLEDGE ON GLASGOW COMA SCALE AMONG THE NURSES

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (01) ◽  
pp. 686-690
Author(s):  
Gitumoni Konwar ◽  
◽  
Monmili Engtipi ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Glasgow Coma Scale ◽  
Knowledge Score ◽  
Coma Scale ◽  
Medical College ◽  
Knowledge Questionnaire ◽  
Instructional Module ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Study Participants ◽  
The Impact

Background and objective:ToAssesstheknowledge gain after use of aSelfInstructionalModuleonGlasgow Coma Scale among the nurses working in Gauhati Medical College and Hospital, Guwahati, Assam. The aim of the study was to determine the existing knowledge on Glasgow Coma Scale and the impact of Intervention regarding the Glasgow ComaScale in terms of knowledge enhancement. Methods: Pre-experimental One group pre-test post-test evaluative study comprising 40 nurses selected with lottery method was done with a Questionnaire. On the first day pre test was conducted using knowledge questionnaire regarding Glasgow Coma Scale and the Self Instructional Module were then given to the respondent on the same day after completion of the pre test. The post test was conducted on the 8th day. Results: The study findings revealed that mean pre-test knowledge score was 12.600 with SD 4.754 and mean post-test knowledge score was 17.425 with SD 3.478 with calculated t (39) = -10.339, p< 0. 05indicates that there was statistically significant increase in the post knowledge score. Findings of the study also indicated that there was statistical significant association between pre -test knowledge score of staff nurses with selected socio- demographic variables like age and working experience (p<0.05). Conclusion: Findings of thestudy has increased the level of knowledge among the nurses after the administration of Self- Instructional Module. Therefore, it is to be concluded that the present study participants benefited by Self Instructional Module(SIM).

scholarly journals Effectiveness of Self Instructional Module (Sim) on Knowledge Regarding Alzheimer's Disease

2018 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 25-29
Author(s):  
Nira Neupane ◽  
M. Vijaya lakshmi
Keyword(s):  
Alzheimer’S Disease ◽  
Alzheimer's Disease ◽  
Student Nurses ◽  
Knowledge Score ◽  
Nursing Management ◽  
Adequate Knowledge ◽  
Instructional Module ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Test Level

INTRODUCTION: Alzheimer's disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that causes severe deterioration of functional and cognitive abilities. As the leading cause of dementia in adults, it affects one in every 10 people who are more than 65 years of age. There is a vital need for student nurses with knowledge of Alzheimer's disease to provide high quality care for the growing number of patients. The use of effective nursing interventions for the management of Alzheimer's disease can help student nurses promote independence and quality of life for Alzheimer's disease patients. Thus this study is under taken to assess the effectiveness of the self instructional module (SIM) on nursing management of client with Alzheimer's disease among 4th year B. Sc. (N) students.MATERIALS AND METHODS: A quantitative evaluative research approach with pre experimental one group pre test and post test research design & non probability purposive sampling technique was used to select the 60 samples of B.Sc. (N) 4th year students. Self administered structured knowledge questionnaire were used to collect the information from the study samples. The prepared tool was validated by the experts and the reliability was established. The study was conducted in R.V. College of Nursing and Vidyakirana Institute of Nursing Sciences, Bangalore. The data was analyzed by descriptive and inferential statistics using SPSS version 19.RESULTS: Findings of the study shown that, the overall mean percentage pre test level of knowledge of B.Sc. Nursing 4th year studentswas 62.08%, and the pre test knowledge score was 35(58.33%) respondents were having moderately adequate knowledge, 13(21.67%) had inadequate knowledge and 12(20%) were having adequate knowledge regarding nursing management of clients with Alzheimer's disease. In the post test overall mean percentage post test level of knowledge was 84.37%. The post test knowledge score was 54(90%) respondents were having adequate knowledge and 06(10%) had moderately adequate knowledge after the administration of SIM. The overall obtained ''t'' value of knowledge 15.6 is highly significant at P< 0.01 level. The obtained chi-square value showed significant association between the pre test level of knowledge and certain socio demographical variables; gender (χ2 =5.12, df =1, p<0.05) and sources of information (χ2 =4.82, df=1, p<0.05). However, it did not show any significant association with other demographic variables of 4th Year B. Sc. (N) students.CONCLUSION: Findings of the study showed that majority of the student nurses were moderately adequate knowledge before administering the SIM. The SIM facilitated them to gain more knowledge regarding nursing management of client's with Alzheimer's disease which was evident in post test knowledge scores. Hence SIM was an effective strategy for providing information and to improve knowledge of students' nurses.Journal of Universal College of Medical Sciences (2016)Vol.04 No.02 Issue 14, page: 25-29 

scholarly journals The Impact of Orthodontic Appliance on Body Weight Changes, Dietary Habits, and Self-Perceived Discomfort in Early Stages of Orthodontic Treatment

2018 ◽  
Vol 10 (9) ◽  
pp. 11
Author(s):  
Nancy Ajwa ◽  
Lamya Makhdoum ◽  
Hadeel Alkhateeb ◽  
Alanoud Alsaadoun ◽  
Samiah Alqutub ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Body Weight ◽  
Orthodontic Treatment ◽  
Pain Perception ◽  
Dietary Habits ◽  
Weight Changes ◽  
Orthodontic Appliance ◽  
Observational Prospective Cohort Study ◽  
Patient Weight ◽  
The Difference ◽  
The Impact

AIMS: To assess and compare the changes in body weight, dietary habits, and pain perception of patient’s undergoing orthodontic treatment at the initial stage.MATERIAL &amp; METHODS: This was an observational prospective cohort study to assess patient’s changes in body weight, dietary habits, and pain perception undergoing orthodontic treatment at the initial stage. Thirty patients who received orthodontic treatment “for the first time” and those who will get comprehensive orthodontic treatment within the age group of 18-30 years old including both genders were included in the study. The weight as well as dietary habits of patients were measured at the initial visit, “prior reserving of any the orthodontic treatment” as (T0). Re-evaluation of patient’s weight, dietary habits, and pain perception were re-assessed on the next visit” after fixed orthodontic appliance bonding” as (T1) one month later. The pain, discomfort, and dietary habits changes were evaluated using a validated questionnaire.RESULTS: The mean (SD) patient weight at first and second visit of orthodontic treatment was 67.43 (24.42) and 64.98 (22.7) kg respectively. The difference in the patient weight between first and second visit was statistically significant. Patients with discomfort and patients who used medication to relieve pain were reported to have more weight loss.CONCLUSIONS: This study confirms the initial loss of weight, pain and discomfort among patients who undergo orthodontic treatments. The findings of this study are of importance among the orthodontic centres and practitioners highlighting the importance of their guidance in structured diet planning and advice after treatment. 

scholarly journals IMPACT OF GENDER DIVERSITY AND LEADERSHIP ON ORGANISATIONAL INTEGRITY IN PAKISTANI INDUSTRIAL SECTOR

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 1350-1362
Author(s):  
Muhammad Arif ◽  
Panteha Farmanesh
Keyword(s):  
Structural Equation ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Gender Diversity ◽  
Industrial Sector ◽  
Equation Model ◽  
Work Place ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
The Difference ◽  
Meta Regression Analysis ◽  
The Impact

Purpose of the study: The main purpose of this study is to analyse the impact of gender diversity on organisational integrity in the context of Pakistani industrial sector. This study also investigates about the influences of female leaders on the association between diversity and organisational integrity and evaluates the effect of work place diversity on increase in organisational performance. Methodology: This study involves mediating and moderating variables along with independent and dependent variables, therefore researcher in this study has utilised Structural equation model (SEM) and Meta Regression Analysis (MRA) for achieving the main objectives of this research. The researcher has followed the positivism research philosophy as well as deductive research approach. In this study, researcher has followed quantitative research design to attain the key objectives of this study. Main Findings: From the results of study, it can be suggested that employers in Pakistan should diversify their workforce and also look to hire female candidates for the same position as male candidates since it would increase the work efficiency and integrity within an organisation as women tend to work more or equally passionately in their respective fields similar to men. Applications of this study: So, the study of impact of gender diversity on organisational integrity in the context of Pakistani industrial sector is not only useful for IT department but also useful for all organisational where gender diversity exists. Novelty/Originality of this study: Finally, it is important to clarify that one of the research gap that has been identified is the difference in wages between the male and the female employees. The difference in the pay scale between the two genders is considered to be a sophisticated gap that the research can deliberately overcome.

scholarly journals Effectiveness of Planned Teaching Program on Knowledge Regarding Management of Leukaemia among Leukaemia Patients

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Madhavi Madhukar Narayane ◽  
Savita Bansiram Pohekar
Keyword(s):  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Knowledge Score ◽  
Good Knowledge ◽  
Categorical Variables ◽  
P Value ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Teaching Program ◽  
Test Study ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Level Of Knowledge

Introduction: Leukaemia is a blood cancer which affect the bone marrow. The cells of leukaemia or abnormal cells continue to grow and divide, resulting in the normal blood cells being crowded out. Thus, planned teaching on leukaemia management among patients with leukaemia would improve their health and mold them into a healthy quality of life. Aim: To determine the effectiveness of planned teaching program on management of leukaemia among leukaemia patients. Materials and Methods: The interventional one group pre-test and post-test study design with a Quantitative research approach was used. The present study was carried out in selected hospitals of Nagpur from January 2017 to March 2017. The sample size was 60. Validated pre-tested pre-designed structured questionnaires were used. Data collected were entered into the Microsoft Excel sheet. The statistical analysis was done using SPSS software. Frequencies and percentages were presented for categorical variables. Reliability analysis was done by the Guttman split-half coefficient and was found to be 0.90. Results: The pre-test findings show that 23 (38.33%) had a poor level of knowledge score, 31 (51.67%) had average knowledge and 06 (10%) of them had good knowledge and no one of them had found a very good level of knowledge. After planned teaching in the post-test, 12 (20%) had a good knowledge score and 48 (80%) had very good knowledge, showing an increase in the knowledge score, post-test. The Mean score value of the pre-test was 07.57 and the post-test was 21.13 (p-value is 0.001), Hence it indicates that planned teaching was effective. There was a significant association between knowledge scores of leukaemia patients with respect to education of leukaemia patients (p-value 0.014 i.e. <0.05) and area of residence (p-value 0.047 i.e. <0.05). Conclusion: The study showed that the leukaemia management education was successful in improving the awareness about management of leukaemia and thus helps them to understand the nature and management of the disease as well as to take the required measures to avoid complications.

A DESCRIPTIVE STUDY TO ASSESS THE KNOWLEDGE AND PRACTICES REGARDING CULTURAL BELIEFS OF POSTNATAL CARE AMONG WOMEN IN SELECTED VILLAGES OF AMBALA, HARYANA.

2021 ◽  
pp. 29-30
Author(s):  
Manpreet Kaur ◽  
Jyoti Phougat
Keyword(s):  
Postnatal Care ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Cultural Practices ◽  
Survey Design ◽  
Cultural Beliefs ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Postnatal Period ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Knowledge And Beliefs ◽  
Level Of Knowledge

BACKGROUND: Cultural and traditional practices, values and beliefs play an important role in the medical attentionseeking behavior of postpartum mothers as well as in newborn babies during the postnatal period. There are various traditional and cultural practices followed which affect the newborn. OBJECTIVE: 1) To assess the knowledge and practices regarding cultural beliefs of postnatal care among women in selected villages of Ambala. 2) To determine the correlation between knowledge and practices of women regarding postnatal care cultural beliefs. METHOD: The research approach adopted for the study was Quantitative Research Approach. The research design adopted for the study was Descriptive Survey Design. Total 200 women were selected by using purposive sampling technique from selected villages. The tools developed and used for data collection were structured knowledge questionnaire and practice scale, tools were prepared by focusing on knowledge and beliefs respectively. RESULTS: The nding shows that the majority of women had good level of knowledge (81%) and (18.5%) women had average level of knowledge regarding postnatal care. The ndings further show the majority (51.5%) of women residing in villages has good practices. The data further show that (48.5%) of women had average practices regarding postnatal care and beliefs. There was a weak positive correlation between knowledge and practices of women.

scholarly journals Improving surgical patient’s knowledge about safe use of opioids: A Randomized Controlled Trial

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Helen R Doherty ◽  
Enoch Lam ◽  
Maria Garstka ◽  
Junior Chuang ◽  
David Tai Wong ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Knowledge Score ◽  
Controlled Study ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Routine Practice ◽  
Opioid Use ◽  
Randomized Controlled ◽  
The Difference ◽  
The Impact

Abstract Background Currently, it is not routine practice to provide standardized patient education for safe postoperative opioid use. The objective of our study was to evaluate the impact of an educational pamphlet for surgical patients on knowledge about safe use, proper storage, and disposal of opioids.Methods This multi-center randomized controlled study recruited 100 patients in the pre-operative clinic. Inclusion criteria were English-speaking, ≥ 18 years, able to give informed consent, and not on opioids for chronic pain or within the past 30 days. All patients completed a baseline knowledge questionnaire (maximum score 38) on opioid safety. Patients were randomized to intervention: educational pamphlet, or control: standard care (no pamphlet) group. Questionnaires were repeated immediately post-education in the intervention group, and at 15, and 30 days after surgery in both groups. The primary outcome was change in knowledge score post-education in the intervention compared to control group. Secondary outcomes were immediate post-education, 15, and 30-day score, and answering safe storage, and disposal questions correctly.Results Between groups, the post-education score immediately after the intervention was higher in the intervention vs. control group baseline 34.2 [95% CI 33.1–35.3] vs 28.3 [95% CI 26.6–29.9]; P < 0.0001). In the intervention vs control group, mean scores were higher 31.6 (95% CI 30.5–32.7) vs 29.1 (95% CI 27.9–30.2; P = .002) at 15 days, and 32.4 (95%CI 31.4–33.5) vs 30.5 (95% CI 29.2–31.7; P = .017) at 30 days. Within the intervention group, the mean score immediately post-education (34.2 [95% confidence interval (CI) 33.1–35.3]) was higher than baseline (27.8 [95% CI 26.3–29.3]); P < 0.0001. Within the intervention group, the difference in mean score versus baseline was 3.8 (95% CI 2.1–5.5) at 15 days, and 4.6 (95% CI 2.9–6.3) at 30 days, (P < 0.05 for all timepoints). For safe disposal, a correct answer was given (intervention vs control group) by 100% vs 89.7% at 30 days (P = 0.04).Conclusions Within the intervention group, there was a significant improvement in knowledge on safe opioid use immediately post-education, and retention of knowledge at 15 and 30 days postoperatively. The intervention group had better knowledge scores compared to the baseline control group, and 15 and 30 days after surgery.Trial Registration: This study was registered in clinicaltrials.gov: NCT03959787 on May 22, 2019.

scholarly journals To Assess the Effectiveness of Self-Instructional Module on Knowledge Regarding Selection of Play Articles for Children and Its Importance among Parents of 6-12 Years Children

2021 ◽  
pp. 161-168
Author(s):  
Pritam Meshram ◽  
Deeplata Mendhe
Keyword(s):  
Cognitive Learning ◽  
Knowledge Score ◽  
Future Generation ◽  
Good Level ◽  
The Future ◽  
Instructional Module ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Test Population ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Selection Of

Introduction: Kids are humanity's hope. The children of today are the masters of the world of the future. The saying goes, "Health is richness." Therefore, if children are happy, they will be healthier for the future generation, a healthy nation's result. Play articles are more than just playing things, but while they should be enjoyable, they should also be children's age-appropriate physical and emotional growth. It is necessary to consider playing items or playing articles as a cognitive learning tool for children. Objective: Assess the knowledge and effectiveness of the self-instructional module regarding the selection of play articles for children and its importance among parents of 6-12 years of children. Associate the post-test knowledge score with selected demographic variables among parents of 6-12 years of children. Methods: Study research design is a pre-experimental one-group pre-test post-test. Population in this study parent of 6-12 years children selected area of Wardha city with 80 parents to use close-ended structured questionnaires have been used in this study for assessing knowledge. Results: The finding of the study shows that the post-test, the sample was had a poor level of knowledge score, none of them had a poor level of knowledge score, none of them had an average level of knowledge, none of them had a good level of knowledge score, 52 (78.75%) had an excellent level of knowledge score and 28 (21.25%) have a very good level of knowledge, The minimum score was 13 and the maximum score was 19, the mean score was 16.79 ± 1.290 with a mean percentage score of 55.96%. Conclusion: The conclusion of this study shows that 28 (21.25%) having a very good level of knowledge and 52(78.75%) having an excellent level of knowledge.

scholarly journals Effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge regarding the management and prevention of complications of Gastro-Esophageal Reflux disease among patients with GERD

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (4) ◽  
pp. 5259-5263
Author(s):  
Dayana. B. A. A
Keyword(s):  
Reflux Disease ◽  
Knowledge Score ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Esophageal Reflux ◽  
Teaching Programme ◽  
Adequate Level ◽  
Structured Teaching ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

Gastro esophageal reflux disease (GERD) is one of the common gastrointestinal complaints presented in developing and developed countries. Barrett’s esophagus and esophageal adenocarcinoma are the major complications of GERD. A Quantitative research approach, pre-experimental one group pre-test post-test design was used to conduct the study to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge regarding the management and prevention of complications of Gastro esophageal reflux disease (GERD) among patients with GERD. A total of 60 Samples were selected by non-probability purposive sampling technique. A pretest was done using a semi-structured questionnaire, followed by which, a structured teaching programme was provided. A post-test using a same semi-structured questionnaire was given to the same samples. Before STP, 76.7% of the subjects had an inadequate level of knowledge score, and none of them had an adequate level of knowledge score. But after the pedagogical way of effective STP, none of the patients had an inadequate level of knowledge score, 16.7% of them had moderate and 83.3% of them had an adequate level of knowledge score. Elder and graduated subjects were significantly associated with their post-test level of knowledge score regarding management and prevention of complications of GERD. The study proved that STP was immensely effective for the patients with GERD (c2=58.00 at P=0.001 level of significance) attending the Gastroenterology outpatient department at RGGGH, Chennai.

scholarly journals An Investigation of the Effect of Retraining Courses on the Knowledge, Attitude, and Performance of Health Workers in the Field of Malaria

2021 ◽  
Vol 15 (5) ◽  
pp. 1779-1782
Author(s):  
Roghaye Ershad Sarabi ◽  
Rafigh Dehvari Mohammadi ◽  
Aziollah Arbabisarjou
Keyword(s):  
Health Center ◽  
Health Workers ◽  
Demographic Data ◽  
Knowledge Score ◽  
Significance Level ◽  
Before And After ◽  
The Face ◽  
The Difference ◽  
And Performance ◽  
The Impact

Introduction and Objective: Malaria is considered one of the most important parasitic diseases in Iran. With regard to malaria, Sistan and Baluchestan province ranks first among the country's provinces. This study set out in 2017 to investigate the impact of education on malaria knowledge, attitude and behavior among health workers working in Saravan city health center. Materials and Methods: The present study is a semi-experimental study of before and after clinical trial type that was performed on 73 health workers in Saravan city. A researcher-made questionnaire was used to collect the required data. It consisted of two parts: the first part was dedicated to demographic data and the second part was about the knowledge, attitude and performance of health workers regarding malaria. The face and content validity of the questionnaire was confirmed by an expert panel. The reliability of the questionnaire was calculated using Cronbach's alpha coefficient (α=0.85). Before the start of the training, the questionnaires were given to the health workers. The trainings were presented in 49 one-hour sessions by the experts of the headquarters of Saravan Health Center in Behvarzi Center using lectures and pamphlets. One month after the training, the same questionnaires were filled in by health workers. The difference between the variables of knowledge, attitude and performance in the two groups before and after the intervention was performed using a one-sample and paired sample t-test or their non-parametric equivalent i.e. Binominal and Wilcoxon tests in the SPSS software (version 18). A significance level of 0.5 was taken into consideration. Results: The results showed that the mean scores of health workers in the areas of knowledge, attitude and performance increased significantly after the workshop (p=0.001) so that the participants' knowledge score increased from 26.06 to 56.7. In terms of attitude, their score increased from 7.2 to 17.7, and in terms of performance, participants' score increased from 13 to 32. Discussion and Conclusions: The findings revealed that the implementation of educational programs in the field of malaria can increase the level of knowledge, attitude and performance of the community regarding the preventive behaviors of malaria. Therefore, health system officials are recommended to work toward the amelioration of the knowledge, attitude and performance of the health workers. Keywords: knowledge, attitude, performance, health workers, malaria, retrainin

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