Average Level Of Knowledge Research Articles

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

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.

Massive open online learning in basic life support and automated external defibrillation: an efficient way to improve confidence and readiness of lay people to provide help

BackgroundEducation of lay people in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is recognised as an important contributor to increased survival from out-of-hospital cardiac arrest. Nowadays, due to the increased risk of COVID-19, it is recommended to withhold traditional face-to-face training in CPR [1]. Whereas Internet-based distance learning is suggested as a suitable alternative to instructor-led training, little is currently known about the effectiveness of the online learning in resuscitation.PurposeThe objective of this study was to investigate the effects of self-learning in basic life support (BLS) and automated external defibrillation (AED) utilising a massive open online course (MOOC) on lay people's self-confidence and willingness to provide help.MethodsLay trainees of the brief (approximately one hour long) theoretical self-paced Russian-language MOOC in BLS/AED were inquired to rate their knowledge of resuscitation and readiness to attempt CPR on a stranger both in the beginning and after completion of the course based on a five-point rating scale. A retrospective analysis of data obtained for one year (July 2018 – July 2019) was conducted.ResultsDuring the studied period, 11,924 persons joined the MOOC, and 3,445 (29%) trainees have finished the course. Of those who completed the course, 42% had some form of previous training in resuscitation, 45% were males; median age – 23 years. When compared to the pre-training levels, after mastering the course material the average levels of self-perceived knowledge and readiness to attempt CPR on a stranger improved significantly (p<0.001): from 2.2 points to 4.0 points, and from 3.3 points to 4.2 points, respectively. After the training, the proportion of people who expressed a high level of willingness to give CPR (4–5 points) was almost two times higher than at baseline (81% vs. 44%; p<0.001). Completion of the course curriculum and higher levels of self-confidence and readiness to provide CPR were strongly associated with previous resuscitation training (p<0.001).ConclusionsTo the best of the authors' knowledge, no previous study has investigated and demonstrated the motivating effect of online learning in CPR. This study suggests that the free-of-charge massive online course in BLS/AED represent an effective tool for increasing coverage of the population with resuscitation training, improving self-confidence of potential rescuers and their willingness to provide the life-saving help. The distant theoretical training provides an important way to enhance and support laypeople's motivation to attempt CPR during the COVID-19 pandemic. Further research could be conducted to determine the effectiveness of the Internet-based massive self-directed learning supplemented with synchronous or asynchronous hands-on practice.FUNDunding AcknowledgementType of funding sources: None.

1132 How Much Are Junior Doctors Aware and Knowledgeable of Colorectal Enhanced Recovery Program? A General District Hospital Audit

Abstract Aim Aim of the study is assessment of awareness and knowledge of colorectal Enhanced Recovery Program (ERP) of newly joined junior doctors at a general district hospital. ERP is an essential evidence-based element of surgical colorectal patients’ management during preoperative, operative, and postoperative periods. Junior doctors play an integral part in patients’ management. Local hospital guidelines require 100 % awareness and knowledge of ERP among surgical team members. Method A questionnaire of 15 points for assessment of awareness (1 point) and knowledge of Colorectal ERP (14 points) among 8 newly joined junior doctors (Senior House Officers, Foundation year 2 and Foundation year 1) was developed in our surgical department in August 2020. Results The responses showed that average score of doctors’ knowledge of ERP was (52.9 %). Two doctors (25%) scored 9 out of 14 (9 /14), two (25 %) scored 8/14, one (12.5 %) scored 7.25 /14, one (12.5 %) scored 7/14, one (12.5%) scored 6/14, one (12.5%) scored 5 /14. Regarding awareness of ERP, 5/8 doctors were aware of ERP (62.5 %). Conclusions The study showed presence of a variable average level of awareness and knowledge of ERP among newly joined junior doctors. This was less than local guidelines target (100%). The study recommends education (power point presentation) for improving awareness and knowledge of ERP among newly joined junior doctors. This is to be followed by re-auditing and closing the audit loop.

Survey of Knowledge and Attitude of Female Hairdressers in Rafsanjan Regarding the Prevention of Blood-Borne Diseases and Its Relationship with Demographic Characteristics

Background: Failure to observe hygienic principles and making minor cuts with scissors and razors while applying makeup may lead to the transmission of diseases of blood origin. The aim of this study was to investigate the knowledge and attitude of female hairdressers in Rafsanjan regarding the prevention of Blood-borne diseases and its relationship with demographic characteristics in 2019-2020. Methods: This cross-sectional study was performed in all hairdressing salons in Rafsanjan that had official activities, by census (201 hairdressers). The tool for measuring knowledge and attitude was a researcher-made questionnaire that was completed as a self-report. The questionnaires were anonymous and coded and included demographic information, awareness and attitude. Data were entered into SPSS software version 18 and reported by indices of Dispersion indices, frequency distribution and Pearson correlation coefficient. Results: The average knowledge and attitude of hairdressers about Blood-borne diseases were 57.95 ± 5.11 and 57.95 ± 11.35, respectively. There was a statistically significant relationship between the mean score of knowledge and attitude of the research samples with the level of literacy (p value = 0.001). Most of the research samples mentioned that there is a vaccine to prevent hepatitis C disease and it was believed that covering the needle head after use has no effect on Blood-borne diseases. Conclusion: Considering the average level of knowledge of hairdressers, it is suggested that more effective training courses to increase the knowledge of hairdressers using different training methods in order to make more effectiveness of health programs.

Level of Knowledge and Awareness of Diabetic Emergencies Among Turkish Bus Drivers: Example of the Mediterranean Region

The objective of this research was to determine the level of knowledge and awareness of diabetic emergencies among Turkish bus drivers.&#x0D; Methods. The universe of this descriptive and cross-sectional study was all the individuals working as bus drivers in the Mediterranean Region between January-June 2019, and the study sample was 1292 drivers who met the inclusion criteria of the research. Data were collected by the Personal Information Form and the Diabetic Emergency Information and Awareness Survey Form. Descriptive statistics, the Mann-Whitney U test and the Kruskal-Wallis test were used in data evaluation.&#x0D; Results. The average age of bus drivers participating in the study was 38.29 ± 9.44 years, while their average work experience was 12.50 ± 8.92 years. Among them, 14.9% of bus drivers had a diabetic family member; 23.7% of bus drivers had a first aid certificate; 11.5% of bus drivers received diabetes-related training. The average score of drivers for the level of knowledge and awareness regarding diabetic emergencies was found to be 15.39 ± 4.72. There was a statistically significant difference between the drivers’ average scores for the level of knowledge and awareness and their age, education status, work experience, the presence of chronic disease, the presence of a diabetic family member, the presence of a first aid certificate, diabetes-related training, the place of receiving this training variables (p &lt; 0.05).&#x0D; Conclusions. Bus drivers were found to have above average levels of knowledge and awareness of diabetic emergencies. Bus drivers are recommended to be trained on diabetic emergencies and raising awareness of diabetes mellitus to ensure a proper intervention in case of emergencies in individuals with diabetes mellitus during travels.

The Knowledge Level of the Fish Farm Owners Related to the Technical Recommendations on the foundations of Fish Farming in Rashed and Edko district – Behiera Governorate

This study was primarily aimed at prospective role of agricultural extension in the field of fish farming in Rashed and Edko district in Behiera Governorate. The questionnaire was used in a personal interview to update the field data from the 200 research samples from the owners of community fish farms in Rashed and Edko district. The data were collected in more than one year, and statistical methods used percentages, frequency and relative distribution tables, arithmetic means, standard deviation, simple correlation coefficient, and multiple Step Wise regression coefficient using Spss program. The most important results were as follows: - 49.5% of researchers had a low overall level of knowledge, compared with 39,5% had an average overall level of knowledge, while 11% had a high overall level of knowledge. There is no doubt that the general level of knowledge of the researchers may affect the amount of production from these farms. - The most important problems facing the researchers are the high costs of establishing a fish farm, followed by the lack of physical capacity of the farmers. The low price of fish in marketing, the lack of an independent financial source to finance the fish farming process, frequent problems with taxation, high rent prices for fish land, unclear role of extension in the development and development of fish farms for the establishment of extension farms; The absence of the vital role of the Public Authority for the Development of Fish Resources, the failure to supply extension publications to farmers; Lack of inputs, difficulty in obtaining good crops, the appearance of many diseases in fish during breeding. water scarcity and lack of availability throughout the year, lack of water for fish farming. low feed quality, high feed price, low fish harvest, and finally no intensive farming systems in farming.

Assessing Health Care Providers' Knowledge of Medical Cannabis.

Introduction: Many health care providers would benefit from greater knowledge and awareness of medical cannabis, even if they choose not to integrate it into their medical practice. Unfortunately, health care providers generally report low knowledge of medical cannabis and cite this lack of knowledge as a barrier to making patient recommendations. It is important to understand health care providers' medical cannabis knowledge and its correlates. However, few studies have rigorously assessed clinically relevant cannabis-related knowledge, instead typically focusing on attitudes toward cannabis and perceived knowledge. Methods: Physicians in a university-affiliated health system completed an anonymous online survey. The survey assessed participants' basic demographics and medical experience, experiences with cannabis education, beliefs about their knowledge of and competency regarding medical cannabis, and knowledge of medical cannabis in relation to the current scientific evidence. Results: The average level of medical cannabis knowledge was 58% correct, with scores ranging from 39% to 78% correct. Perceived cannabis knowledge predicted actual knowledge, and those who pursued self-initiated study or attended a lecture on medical cannabis had higher knowledge levels. Conclusion: Levels of factual knowledge about medical cannabis among physicians were moderate. Our results highlight the mismatch between physician knowledge and cannabis policy. We offer our brief, 10-min assessment as a baseline for characterizing cannabis knowledge, acknowledging that the content and interpretation may change as knowledge advances.

PEER COUNSELING TRAINING AS A METHOD OF SEXUAL HEALTH PROMOTION IN ADOLESCENTS

ABSTRACT One characteristic of adolescents is their tendency to share information, tell stories, and gather with their peers. They may experience the negative effects of these habits when they do not have adequate life skills, especially in terms of sexuality. On the other hand, these activities present an opportunity for health promotion through peer-based approaches or peer counseling. The goal is to know the effects of peer counseling methods as media of information to increase adolescents’ knowledge and attitude regarding sexual problems. The study used a quasi-experimental approach with a nonequivalent control group design. The sample consisted of 17 respondents between 15-24 years old living in Banguntapan, Bantul, Yogyakarta who fulfilled the inclusion and exclusion criteria. Data were collected with the purposive sampling technique. The research instrument used was a questionnaire. The results showed that there was a difference in the average knowledge level (p = 0.021) and attitudes (p = 0.000) of respondents related to sexuality before and after receiving peer counseling training. Methods and media used in delivering health information to adolescents should be diversified in schools, in the community, and in health services to generate interest in accessing and heeding appropriate health information. Keywords: peer counseling, sexuality, adolescents, health promotion

Effect of habits, traditions, and beliefs on seizure diagnosis and provide first aid in Taif city, KSA.

Aim:To determine the effect of habits, traditions, and beliefs on seizure diagnosis and provide first aid in Taif city, KSA.Methods:A cross-sectional study was conducted on 297 participants from Taif, KSA. An Arabic self-administrated electronic questionnaire was used that included different parts to collect the information from participants; characters, previous history of seizures, habits, beliefs and traditions about the seizures and first aid.Results:Most of the participants had an average level of knowledge by 20.88, 47.14 and 31.99% of the participants had a poor, average and good level of knowledge about seizures and epilepsy. 70.0% of our participants knew that seizure is a symptom associated with many diseases; 40.7% knew that hypoglycemia can cause a seizure, while 37 and 32.3% did not know seizure treatment and whether Hijama and Cupping therapy were enough to treat seizure; 26.9 and 35.4% of the participants responded by neither putting something hard on the patient's mouth nor opening the patient's mouth by force to protect him from swallowing his tongue, respectively. Only 17.2% agreed on not calling the ambulance for all seizure cases. Participants aged between 20 and 29 and single had a significant higher percent of good knowledge with no significant association between gender, income and educational level and the participant's level of knowledge.Conclusion:There is a lack of knowledge and misconceptions about aspects related to seizures among the studied participants. It is recommended to raise awareness and correct false misconceptions about providing first aid to seizure patients.

HUNGAN TINGKAT PENGETAHUAN PEMELIHARAAN KESEHATAN GIGI DAN MULUT DENGAN PENDIDIKAN IBU HAMIL DI KABUPATEN GIANYAR TAHUN 2021

The phenomenon in society was found, that 65% of pregnant women have four too high risk of pregnancy on dental health. This should be reduced by adequate prenatal care that focuses on health and reducing risk factors, so that these conditions can improve the outcome of pregnancy. The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between the level of dental and oral health education on the knowledge of pregnant women at the KKN IPE location of the Health Poltekkes Denpasar Group 4 Gianyar I, Gianyar Regency in Sukawati and Ubud Districts in 2021. The research design used was an observational approach with a cross sectional design. The sample was carried out by accidental sampling with the research instrument in the form of an observation sheet with a total sample of 45 pregnant women. The results of the study of 45 respondents studied were mostly pregnant women with higher education as many as 23 (51.1%) and at least three with basic education. Based on the level of knowledge of pregnant women with the most in the good category, namely 27 people (60%) and the least with the less category, namely three people (6.67%). The average level of knowledge about dental and oral health care for pregnant women at the KKN IPE location of the Health Poltekkes Denpasar Group 4 Gianyar I Gianyar Regency in 2021 is 78.44 with sufficient category. From Spearman's rho analysis there is a significant relationship between education level and level of Education with a result of 0.064, this value 0.005. This means that there is a relationship between the level of education and knowledge . The conclusion is there is a relationship between the level of education and knowledge of pregnant women at the location of the IPE KKN Poltekkes Denpasar Health Ministry Group 4 Gianyar I Gianyar Regency in Sukawati and Ubud Districts in 2021

Level of Knowledge and Perception Public of Forensic Odontology

Background: Awareness of the importance of forensic odontology and the need for national forensic odontology data collection is still lacking attention both in the community and at the government level. Aim: to determine the level of knowledge and public perceptions about forensic odontology. Method: This type of observational analytic study with cross sectional design with the population of Makassar City using snowball sampling technique. This research was conducted September 2020. This study has obtained ethics from the Health Research Ethics Committee of the Hasanuddin University Dental Hospital. This research tool was an online questionnaire. The knowledge domain consists of 10 questions and the perception domain consists of 10 questions. To assess knowledge, each indicator of knowledge is assessed using the Guttman scale. Total research sample is 213 respondent with the test equipment used chi-square and value p 0.05. Results: The average level of public knowledge was 6.15 ± 2.30 (moderate category), the perception level was 6.25 ± 2.13 (moderate category). Conclusion: The level of knowledge and perceptions about forensic odontology in Makassar City people aged ≥ 18 years is still around 60% who answered questions correctly and responded positively.

Factors Influencing Standard Precaution Practices Among Nurses in Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, Ikeja, Lagos State, Nigeria

Introduction: Nurses are known to be at the frontline of risks and victims to occupational hazards within the healthcare system. These hazards include exposure to infections that may arise from injuries from sharps and contacts with body fluids. Standard precautions are taken to mitigate and minimize hazards in hospitals. This study assessed the factors influencing standard precaution practices among Nurses in Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, Ikeja, Lagos State, Nigeria. Method and material: This study involved a descriptive cross-sectional study which was carried out among 305 nurses in Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, Ikeja. A self-structured instrument was employed for this study and data were gathered from consented respondents. The data collected were analyzed using Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) software version 25. The research questions were answered using descriptive statistics of mean, frequency and percentage. Results: The mean age of the respondents was 41.64±10.1 years and many (68.5%) had more than 10 years of work experience. The respondents had above average level of knowledge (24.69±2.16) and close to two-third (59.7%) had a positive attitude towards standard precaution practices. The most reported factors influencing the practice of standard precautions were non-availability of personal protective equipment (PPE) (92.1%), lack of regular training on standard precautions (91.1%) and lack of good policy on standard precautions (81.5%). Conclusion: Majority of the respondents had above average level of knowledge and positive attitude towards standard precaution. There is a need for continued sensitization and monitoring of standard precaution practices by nurses to sustain the high level. Also, healthcare institutions should ensure the availability of PPE for standard precautions and regular in-service training of nurses on standard precaution practices.

Changes in the level of knowledge of diabetes among elderly with diabetes in Slovenia in the period 2011–2020

AimsTo achieve better treatment decisions, type 2 diabetes patients need to be empowered also through knowledge increase. The aim of this study was to evaluate and compare the level of knowledge and overall perceptions of type 2 diabetes within the elderly diabetic patients before and after the National Diabetes Prevention and Care Development Programme 2010–2020. MethodsDiabetes knowledge test was used in two cross-sectional studies in 2011 and 2020 where the samples of type 2 diabetes patients 65+ were surveyed. Besides descriptive statistics, non-parametric tests and general linear model were used to compare the level of knowledge. ResultsThe comparison reveals that in the last decade the general knowledge about diabetes has not significantly changed (U = 16942, p = 0.809). The average scores in 2011 and 2020 were 7.98 ± 2.41 and 7.96 ± 2.36 respectively. The average level of knowledge has slightly worsened for patients in the age group 80+, while it remained approximately the same in the other three age groups (65−69, 70−74, 75−79). ConclusionsOur study has shown that despite the National Diabetes Prevention and Care Development Programme the knowledge of elderly diabetic patients in Slovenia remained at the same level or worsened.

KNOWLEDGE REGARDINGBREAST CANCER AND BREAST SELF EXAMINATION AMONG FEMALES

Background: Breast cancer is one of the most frequent cancers among the women. It can be detected earlier and survival rate can be improved by screening every year. Breast Self-Examination (BSE) is the one of the best method s for identifying breast cancer. Rural population has less access to medical facilities and their knowledge is low. Therefore, it is essential to educate them about breast cancer, its prevention and early detection. This study was aimed to assess the knowledge level of females regarding breast cancer and breast self-examination. Materials &amp; Methods: Non experimental descriptive design was adopted for this study. 80 samples were selected through non probability sampling technique and the setting of the study was a rural community of Idukki district, Kerala. A structured knowledge questionnaire was used for data collection. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used to analyse the data. Results: Majority, 57.5% of samples were having an average level of knowledge, 27.5% of samples had good level of knowledge and 8.7% of samples had poor knowledge and 7.5% was found havingexcellent level of knowledge. A significant association was observed between the knowledge and education (X2=14.061, P 0.05=12.54), knowledge and income (X2 =14.42, P 0.05=12.59) of women. But there was no association found between knowledge and other demographic variables.

Knowledge about COVID-19 in Young Lmeños University Students

Millions of cases of people infected with the Covid-19 virus in the world have been reported today, so knowing about its implications is vitally important not only to prevent contagion, but also to combat the fake news that is created about this virus. Therefore, this study aims to determine the level of knowledge about coronavirus in young limeños university students in 2020. The study was descriptive of non-experimental design. An online questionnaire evaluating the level of knowledge, previously validated by factorial analysis, was applied as an instrument. The exhibition consisted of 700 young university students from the first academic cycles between the ages of 16 and 25 (350 male and 350 female) from five universities in the city of Lima. The results show an average level of knowledge with 60%, followed by a low level with 20.4% and a high level with only 19.6%. This study is the first to investigate informational aspects related to Covid-19 and some associated socio demographic characteristics among the university population of an important city in Latin America.

A Descriptive study to assess the level of knowledge regarding Menopause among rural women of age group 45-55 years at Kot Bhalwal, Jammu

One of the most important stage in women`s life is menopause. The word menopause simply refers to the last menstrual period which is defined by not having had a period in 12 months. The average age of menopause in western world is 51 years while as in India it is 47.5 years and the normal age range for the occurrence of menopause is somewhat between the age of 45 and 55 years. A descriptive study was conducted to assess the level of knowledge regarding menopause among rural women of age group 45-55 years at Kot Bhalwal, Jammu. The objectives were to assess the level of knowledge regarding menopause among rural women of age group 45-55 years at Kot Bhalwal, Jammu and to associate the level of knowledge regarding menopause with their selected socio demographic variables. Quantitative approach, descriptive research design was used. 100 women of 45–55 years age who fulfil the inclusion and exclusion criteria were selected using purposive sampling technique. A self-structured questionnaire was developed for the study. The tool was tested for content validity and reliability prior to the study. The collected data was tabulated, analysed and interpreted by using descriptive and inferential statistics and findings showed that majority of the sample 97(97%) had below average level of knowledge, 3(3%) had average level of knowledge and 0(0%) had above average level of knowledge and there was no significant association between the selected socio-demographic variables and the level of knowledge.

Dairy farm-workers\u2019 knowledge of factors responsible for culling and mortality in the Eastern Cape Province, South Africa

Milk serves as a significant source of protein for many families and aids in combating food insecurity. However, the demand for milk and milk-related products far exceeds the supply. The objective of the study was to evaluate dairy farm-workers’ knowledge of factors responsible for culling and mortality of dairy cows in the Eastern Cape Province. Data was collected from 106 dairy farm-workers using a questionnaire. Any correctly answered question by the majority amounted to a point and a zero for incorrectly answered questions. Correct answering by the majority to more than half the questions of a subsection amounted to a pass. A less than 50% pass rate was considered a poor level of knowledge, 51–69% pass rate was considered an average level of knowledge, and anything higher than that was considered a good level of knowledge. Most farm-workers (66.0%) relied on their colleagues for dairy health information. Most dairy farm-workers (49.1%) indicated that lameness, milk fever (56.6%), and mastitis (47.2%) do not lead to culling and mortality of dairy cows. A majority (83%) of farm-workers agreed that reproduction problems, poor milk yield (77.3%), and age (81.1%) are the main reasons for culling dairy cows. The participants had varying perceptions and limited knowledge (28.3%) about the major contributing factors of culling and mortality. The lack of training courses and minimal use of other sources of information such as the internet might contribute to this poor knowledge and perceptions.

Effectiveness of Lecture cum demonstration on Knowledge and practice regarding Intravenous cannulation among staff nurses working in selected hospital

Background: The skill of intravenous cannulation must be practiced regularly to maintain a high level of competency. This is important to gain quick and efficient intravenous access in populations when required. The insertion of intravenous catheters into peripheral veins is probably the most commonly performed invasive medical procedure in hospitals. This procedure could be difficult sometimes requiring several attempts and causing distress to patients. The high success rates of nurses in intravenous cannulation have been due to the frequent performance of intravenous cannulation Objectives: 1. To assess the existing knowledge regarding intravenous cannulation among staff nurses working in selected hospital. 2. To observe the existing practice regarding intravenous cannulation among nurses. 3. To assess the effectiveness of lecture cum demonstration regarding Intravenous cannulation among staff nurses. 4. To observe the practice of staff nurses regarding intravenous cannulation after lecture cum demonstration. 5. To correlate the knowledge and practice of staff nurses regarding intravenous cannulation .Methodology: Pre experimental one group pre test post test design. Material: Structured knowledge questionnaire and Observational checklist adopted as per WHO guidelines.Sample size: 60. Result: Among the 60 samples, according to age, 39(65%)of subjects were of 21-30 years of age, 14(23.33%) were of 31-40 years, 7(11.67%) were of 41-50 years and no subjects were above 50 yearsAccording to the educational qualification, 38(58.33%) of the subjects were with the qualification of general nurse midwives, 12(20%) were B.sc nursing, 13(21.67%) were PB.B.sc Nursing.Majority of the subjects 45% have work experience of less than 2 years, 23.33% have 3-5 years, 20% have 6-8 years and 11.67% of them have work experience of more than 8 years In relation to area of work, 26.67% of the subjects each were from the Medicine ward and surgical ward, 21.66%were from Intensive care unit and 25% of them were from Casualty/Emergency ward. post test majority of the subjects gained Knowledge regarding intravenous cannulation. 34 (56.67%) subjects had good level of Knowledge score and 23(43.33%) subjects had average level of Knowledge. None of the samples have poor level of Knowledge. the post test the findings shows that 57(95%) subjects had satisfactory level of practice whereas only 3(5%) of subjects had unsatisfactory level of practice. The mean pretest knowledge score was 15.28 and post test knowledge score was 26.58. The mean practice score 7.61 and posttest practice score was 13.76. Student’s paired ‘t’ test is applied at 5% level of significance and The calculated‘t’ value for overall knowledge score of subjects was 35.51 and the calculated ‘t’ value for overall practice score of subjects was 23.44 that statistically interpreted that the lecture cum demonstration regarding intravenous cannulation was effective in increasing the Knowledge and practice of subject. There was significant association between selected demographic variable of year of experience with their pretest knowledge, whereas other demographic variables are not significantly associated.The correlation coefficient of post test knowledge and post test practice score was ‘r’ 0.21, which is indicates a positive correlation. Conclusion: The knowledge of the target population was significantly increased, and there was significant improvement in the level of practice after receiving lecture cum demonstration regarding intravenous cannulation. The improvement in knowledge and practice was found in all subjects irrespective of their demographic variable

A Descriptive Study to assess the knowledge regarding Antenatal care among pregnant women in selected hospitals of Haryana

Background and aim: The primary aim of antenatal care is to achieve, at the end of pregnancy, a healthy mother and a healthy baby. Antenatal care is a care which is provided in antenatal period which starts from day of conception till the delivery. The aim of study was assessed the knowledge regarding antenatal care among Pregnant women in selected area of Haryana. Materials and Methods: A descriptive research design was used with a convenience sampling technique on 50 pregnant women in selected hospitals of Haryana. Data was collected using a structured questionnaire for knowledge regarding antenatal care. Analysis was done using both descriptive and inferential statistics. Results: Majority of the (62%) pregnant women had an excellent level of knowledge, nearly one-fifth (22%) had good level of knowledge and few 8(16%) had an average level of knowledge. None of them have below average knowledge. There was a statistically significant association of qualification and Parity with Knowledge. Conclusion: There was a statistically significant association of qualification and Parity with level of knowledge.

Assessment of Nurses Knowledge and Practices Regarding The Use of Evidence-based for Pregnant Women with Pre-eclampsia

Background: Once preeclampsia is diagnosed, evidence-based interventions may reduce the risk or severity of maternal and infant health outcomes of preeclampsia. Aim of the study: Was to assess nurses knowledge and practices regarding the use of evidence-based for pregnant women with pre-eclampsia. Design: A descriptive study design was utilized to achieve the aim of the study. Setting: The present study was conducted at obstetrical and gynecological department at Benha University Hospital. Sampling: A convenient sample. Tools: Three tools were used for data collection:A self-administered questionnaire, Observational checklist and Modified Likert scale. Result: There were more than one third of studied nurses(41.7%) had average level of total knowledge about EBP and preeclampsia, less than two third of studied nurses (65%) had satisfactory level of total practices regarding preeclampsia and more than half of studied nurses (53.4) had high level of awareness about barriers. Conclusion: There was statistical significance positive correlation between total practices, total knowledge about evidence based practices and total knowledge of preeclampsia. Recommendation: Improving nurse’s awareness regarding EBP through involving them in educational programs to encourage them to utilized EBP into patient daily care.