Abstract
The study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of a Video-Assisted Teaching Module (VATM) in enhancing knowledge on the practice of surgical fomentation for patients with diabetic foot among staff nurses at Vinayaka Mission Kirupananda Variyar Medical College Hospital, Salem. The objectives included assessing pre-existing knowledge, evaluating VATM’s effectiveness, and analysing demographic variables' impact. A pre-experimental research design was employed, with 48 staff nurses selected using purposive sampling. Data was collected using a closed-ended questionnaire before and after the VATM intervention. The pre-test mean score was 12.73 (42%), and the post-test mean score increased to 19.19 (64%), demonstrating the VATM’s effectiveness with a 22% improvement. The highest effectiveness (26%) was in the "surgical fomentation" domain, while the "articles required" domain showed the lowest effectiveness (17%). Data analysis revealed significant improvement in knowledge post-intervention, with no significant association between knowledge scores and demographic variables such as age, gender, or educational background. The study concludes that VATM is an effective tool for improving nurses' knowledge on surgical fomentation, supporting better care for diabetic foot patients. The results emphasize the need for ongoing educational interventions to enhance nursing practices.
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