Effectiveness Of Structured Teaching Programme Research Articles

Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme (Stp) On Knowledge Regarding Prevention and Management of Urinary Tract Infection Among Female in Patients Admitted in Ah&Rc B G Nagara

Background: Urinary tract infection occurs among the most prevalent infections in humans is urinary tract infection. When uropathogenic bacteria, typically Escherichia coli, rise from the perineum into the bladder and defeat host innate immunity, simple infections most frequently occur in apparently healthy women Urinary tract infection is one of the commonest infections to affect humans. Purpose: The study assessed the effectiveness of Structured teaching programme on regarding UTI among female patients admitted in Adichunchanagiri Hospital & Research Center B G Nagara. Method: The patient’s level of knowledge was assessed using an 30-item Urinary Tract Infection female Patient Awareness Questionnaire. An STP was administered to 60 patients with UTI Female Patient. Discussion: The pretest mean knowledge score was 42.89% and SD was ±2.45. The posttest mean knowledge score was 77.00% and SD was ±2.14. The paired t-test showed t=2.04, df=29. Conclusion: STP was effective in enhancing the knowledge of UTI Female patients. This implies that when appropriately implemented, the UTI patients will bring the benefits of STP, Which could enhance their overall health condition.

Effectiveness of Structured teaching program on Knowledge and Practice of Blood and Blood components Transfusion among Staff Nurses

Background: Blood is a collection of cells that have been specialized to perform a set oftasks within an organism. It is described as the fluid connective tissue that carriesoxygen and nutrients to the body. It is straw in colour, the average volume of blood inthe human body is 5 litres generally, the PH of blood is 7.4, which is slightly alkaline. The blood comprises 8% of our total body weight. It is composed of plasma, about 55% and 45% cells, respectively. Blood transfusion is when apatient receives a blood product through an intravenous line or the introduction of newmatching blood into the bloodstream or/and of any specific blood components. Objectives: The study aimed to assess the knowledge and practice of a structured teaching programme on blood and blood components among staff nurses. Methods: 50 Staff nurses were selected by a non-probabilityconvenient sampling technique. Quasi-experimental design with one grouppre-test and post-test design was used. The tools used to collect the data consisted of a structuredknowledge questionnaireand structured practice scale on blood and blood component transfusion. The reliability was checked using test-retest method showed that the tools were highly reliable. Results: The good knowledge score was increased from pretest (12%) to posttest (32%). Moderate practice score was increased from pretest (50%) to posttest (78%). There was a significant difference (p<0.05) between mean pretest knowledge and practice scores with mean post test knowledge and practice scores. So, the structured teaching program was effective in improving the knowledge and practice of staff nurses regarding blood and blood components. The Chi-square test showed that there was a significant association with knowledge and gender, practice and marital status, education. The other variables are not showing association. Conclusion: The findings revealed thatstaff nurses’ knowledge and practice regarding bloodand blood components transfusion wasimproved after the teaching program.

A study to assess the effectiveness of structure teaching programme on knowledge regarding preventive management of mechanical ventilator associated pneumonia among IInd Year G.N.M. Nursing Students In Selected Nursing Schools, Dharwad

A study to assess the effectiveness of structure teaching programme on knowledge regarding preventive management of mechanical ventilator associated pneumonia among IInd Year G.N.M. Nursing Students In Selected Nursing Schools, Dharwad

A Study to Evaluate the Effectiveness of Reverse Pressure Softening Technique on Level of Breast Engorgement and Breast Feeding Among Postnatal Mothers in Selected Hospitals at Fatepura

The reduction of level of breast engorgement has an important role of reverse pressure softening as independent variable. To assess the effectiveness of the reverse pressure softening on breast engorgement among cesarean mother in selected hospital at Godhra. Pre- experimental design one group pretest – posttest design was used to conduct the study. Vardan maternity hospital has been selected for conducting the study. The sample size was 40 patents having breast complication. The study was conducted at Vardhan maternity hospital. Collected data will be analyzed descriptive statistics such as mean, standard deviation, frequencies and percentages. The association between effectiveness of structure teaching programme will be analyzed by t-test. The effectiveness of reverse pressure softening on level of breast engorgement was revealed in the post-test that there was significance improvement in health condition and reduce the level of breast engorgement with application reverse pressure softening techniques. The obtained “t-test” value for the level of knowledge on prevention and management of selected breast complication 53.768 that was highly significance at p<0.001 level the hypothesis was accepted.

A Study to Assess Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Program on Knowledge regarding Junk Food among students studying in selected Junior College Aurangabad

Statement: A study to assess effectiveness of structured teaching program on knowledge regarding junk food among students studying in selected junior college Aurangabad. Objectives: 1) To assess the pre-test knowledge regarding junk food among junior college student. 2) To development administered structured teaching program regarding on junk food among junior college students. 3) To assess effectiveness of structured teaching program on knowledge regarding junk food among junior college students. 4) To find out the association between post test knowledge score with selected demographic variables. Methodology: Research Design used in this study is Pre experimental, one group pre test post test design for present study sample size was 40 Junior collage student, Non probability sampling technique was used for data collection. Result: The study proved that mean post test knowledge score 23.025 was greater than the mean Pre test score 12.775 The mean difference between Pre test and post test score was 10.25 paired t knowledge score is paired 't-5.99' *p<0.05 is significant at 0.05 level. Hence research hypothesis H0 and H0. was accepted. This indicates that the STP was effective in increasing the knowledge of junior college students regarding junk food.

Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on knowledge regarding management of home accidents among mothers of under-five children

Background: A pre-experimental study was conducted to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching programmeon knowledge regarding management of home accidents among mothers of under five childrenin selected community areas, Tumkur, Karnataka. A total sample of 60 mothers of under-fivechildren were selected using the simple random sampling technique. The objectives of the study were to assess the knowledgeregarding management of home accidents among mothers of under five children before and after structured teachingprogramme and to find out the effectiveness of structuredteaching programme on knowledge regarding management of home accidents among mothers of under five children. The final objective was to determine the knowledge regarding themanagement of home accidents and selected demographic variables. Materials and Methods: A one-group pre-test post-test design was used to conduct the study. A sample comprising of 60 mothers of under-five children were enrolled using simple random sampling technique. The conceptual framework used in the study was based onErnestine Wiedenbach’s Prescriptive Theory. Results: Data analysis was done using descriptive and inferential statistics. Findings of the study revealed that the mean post-test knowledge score 25.57±3.202 was significantly higher than the mean pre-test knowledge score 12.20±3.704 (p<0.05). Paired t value computed at 30.28* was statistically significant at p<0.05, which revealed that, there is significant increase in the mean post-test knowledge score. Significant association at 0.05level was observed between knowledge with regard to age, religion, educational status and educational status of the spouse. Conclusion: The findings of the study confirmed that the structured teaching programme was significantly effective in improving the knowledgeregarding management of home accidents among mothers of under five children.

A study to assess the effectiveness of structure teaching programme regarding the knowledge and attitude of dietary management among patients undergoing hemodialysis at selected tertiary care hospital

Diet is an important factor for patients undergoing dialysis because of the effects of uremia. Goals of nutritional therapy are to minimize uremic symptoms and fluid and electrolyte imbalances, to maintain good nutritional status through adequate protein, calorie, vitamin, and mineral intake; and to enable the patient to eat a palatable and enjoyable diet. So the investigator conducted a study to assess the effectiveness of structure teaching programme regarding the knowledge and attitude of dietary management among patients undergoing hemodialysis at Apollo DRDO hospital, Hyderabad. A Quasi experimental one group pre-test and post test design was selected to assess the effectiveness of structure teaching programme regarding the knowledge and attitude of dietary management among patients undergoing hemodialysis, For this study total 45 patients undergoing dialysis were selected by using purposive sampling technique. The study was conducted in Apollo DRDO Hospital Hyderabad. Data was collected with the help of structured knowledge questionnaires with the permission from Nursing Head and Ethical approval from Apollo Hospital Jubilee hills. This study concluded that maximum participants had adequate knowledge after structured teaching programme and good attitude regarding their dietary management. The Results showcased that the pre–test mean Knowledge score was +8.4 and Standard Deviation (SD) ±4.59 whereas the post-test mean Knowledge score of was ±21.8 and Standard Deviation (SD) ±4.86. The calculated paired‘t’ value was (13.4) which is more than the table value (1.684) at 0.05 level of significance. The study shows that maximum participants 39(86.6%) had adequate knowledge after structured teaching programme and good attitude 35(77.7%) regarding their dietary management .The study has Shown that the structured teaching program was effective in increasing the knowledge and attitude regarding dietary management among the patients undergoing haemodialysis.

A Study to assess the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge and Practices regarding Complementary Feeding among mothers of infants at rural and urban area, Navi Mumbai

Background: Complementary feeding is a gradual process starting with semisolid foods between the ages of 6 months and gradually progressing over a period of months to the age of one year, when child should be managing similar food to the rest of the family. The healthy child represents the sound relationship of physical, mental, social and psychological development and maintains a good balance among the variables of the life. Healthy child always belongs to the healthy food or he/she is a symbol of healthy environment. Good nutrition is essential for the comprehensive development of child.1 Objectives: 1. To assess the knowledge of mothers regarding complementary feeding. 2. To assess the practices of mothers about complementary feeding. 3. To compare the effectiveness of structure teaching programme in terms of knowledge gain among mothers on complementary feeding at rural and urban area. 4. To find out the association between knowledge and practices of mothers regarding complementary feeding with selected specific demographic variables. Hypothesis: H0- There is no significant difference between the mean pre-test and post-test knowledge and practice among mothers regarding complementary feeding. H1- There will be a significant difference between area of study, level of knowledge and practice among mothers regarding complementary feeding. H2- The mean post –test knowledge regarding complementary feeding will be significantly higher than the mean pre-test knowledge. H3-There will be significant association between the selected demographic variables and the mean knowledge of mothers regarding complementary feeding. Materials and methods: The data were collected from 30 mothers, out of which 15 from urban area (ramabai and sambhaji nagar) and 15 from rural area (wavanje village), by using A non probability convenient sampling technique, , semi-structured questionnaire were used to assess knowledge and rating scale was used to assess practices related to complementary feeding. Result: The overall mean score for pre knowledge of rural mothers were 1.95 while in urban it was 2.1, After giving structured teaching programme the knowledge of rural mother increased by 2.1 while in urban it increased by 2.7. The overall mean score for pre practice of rural mothers were 1.50 while in urban it was 1.53. After giving structured teaching programme the practice of rural mother improved by 1.53 while in urban it was1.47.

The effectiveness of structure teaching programme (STP) on knowledge regarding Bio Medical Waste Management among B.SC nursing students

Biomedical Waste Management has recently emerged as an issue of major concern not only to hospital nursing home authorities but also to the environment. The Biomedical Waste generated from healthcare units depends upon a number of factor such as waste management method. Types of health care unit occupancy of health care units specialization of health care units ratio of reusable items in use availability of infrastructure and resources etc. Research approach:- the research approach is an umbrella that cover the basic procedure for conducting research.” The present study is aimed to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching module on the knowledge of bio-medical waste management of b.sc. nursing 2year and 3 year students at the government college of nursing durg. Research design:“research design is the researcher’s over are plan for answering the research question or testing used in pre-experimental research hypothesis.” this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge of bio-medical waste management among b.sc. nursing 2 year and 3 year in govt. college of nursing durg setting of the study:- the study was conducted in government college of nursing durg. (c.g) sample:-The sample present study students of Govt. College of Nursing Durg.The result of the B.Sc. Nursing student revealed that maximum B.Sc. Nursing Student 74% were in age group of 21-24 year minimum 22% were the age group 18-20 year. As regards to gender 100% all female in B.Sc. Nursing students. As regard source of knowledge in B.Sc. Nursing students maximum 78% in hospital and minimum 14% book or 8% conference, workshop. As regard to living pattern in B.Sc. Nursing student maximum 80% are hosteller minimum 14% on house and 6% paying. As regard training practice in B.Sc Nursing Students 100% all students training practice is govt. District Hospital Durg. As regards name of the hospital that work on B.Sc. Nursing Student all 100% student work on Pandurang Ramarow Dongaukar Dist. Hospital Durg. There is significance association of knowledge level of B.Sc. Nursing Students at P ≥ 0.05 level was significant the gender of the students at P ≥ 0.05 not significant the source of knowledge of students at P ≥ 0.05 level was not significant the living pattern of student at P ≥ 0.05 not significant the training practice of B.Sc. Nursing students at P ≥ 0.05 not significant the name of hospital work of B.Sc. Nursing student at P ≥ 0.05 level was not significant. An experimental research approach was used to determine the knowledge regarding Bio-Medical Waste Management B.SC Nursing 2 year and 3 year students. Review of literature was done. The tools was developed to assess the knowledge regarding Bio Medical Waste Management B.sc Nursing 2 year & 3 year students. According to our study we found that maximum no of B.Sc. Nursing students have good knowledge and positive attitude toward Bio medical waste management since the improve quality of care and student one more aware of Bio Medical waste management.

A study to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge regarding diarrhoea in elderly among patient attendants in a selected hospital at Mangalore

Diarrhoea is a common problem among the elderly. “A study to assess the effectiveness of structure teaching programme on knowledge regarding diarrhoea in elderly among patient attendants in a selected hospital at Mangalore” has been carried by Ms. Moiranghem Soniya Devi in partial fulfilment of the requirements of the Masters of Science in Medical-Surgical Nursing at Srinivas Institute of Nursing Science, under Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Science, during 2016- 2018. Objectives of the study: The objectives of the study are to: assess the pre-test knowledge scores regarding diarrhoea in elderly patient attendants among at selected hospital, Mangalore, evaluate the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge regarding diarrhoea in elderly among patient attendants at selected hospital, Mangalore, To find the association between pre-test knowledge scores regarding of diarrhoea with selected socio demographic variables. Method: One group pre-test – post-test design was used. Imogene King’s Goal Attainment theory is used for preparing conceptual framework. The main study was conducted at selected hospital (Srinivas Institute of Health Sciences and Research Center) in Mukka. The sampling technique used was purposive sampling. Data collected by demographic proforma and structured knowledge questionnaire on knowledge regarding diarrhoea in elderly among patient attendants. Data collection was done from 18-3-2018 to 27-3-2018. Samples of the study consisted of 50 patient attenders in the respective hospital. Pre-test, and post-test were done. Data was analyzed by using descriptive and inferential statistics. Results: Result of the present study shows majority of the patient attendants 18 (36%) were in the age group of 20-35 years, >50, 1 (2%) belonged to the age group of >20 years and 13 (26%) were in the age group of 35-50 years. Majority of the patient attendants 23 (46%) were Hindus, 17 (34%) were Muslims, and 10 (18.0%) were Christian. Majority 19 (38%) of patient attendants had completed higher secondary education, 17 (34%) had completed graduation, 9 (18.0%) had completed primary education, and 5 (10%) had high school education. Majority 30 (60%) of patient attendants were housewives, 14 (28%) were private employees, and 6 (12%) were government employees. More than half of the population, that is, 52% had monthly income of < Rs. 5,000, 14 (28%) had > Rs. 10,000 monthly salary, and 10 (20%) had Rs. 5,000-10,000 monthly income. Majority 35 (70%) of patient attendants belonged to nuclear family, and 15 (30%) belonged to joint family. Majority 49 (98%) of patient attendants were having mixed diet and 1 (2%) was vegetarian. There was a significant difference in the mean post-test knowledge score (20.0) than the mean pre-test knowledge score (14.86). There was no significant association between the pre-test knowledge score and the selected variables of the study.

A Study to Assess Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Program on Knowledge Regarding Safe Use of Menstrual Cup among Adolescent Girls of Selected Schools at Nashik

A Study to Assess Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Program on Knowledge Regarding Safe Use of Menstrual Cup among Adolescent Girls of Selected Schools at Nashik

Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Program Regarding Neonatal Care among Postnatal Mothers at Koheda Rural Community, Hyderabad Rural, Telangana State

“Effectiveness of structured-teaching program on knowledge regarding neonatal care among postnatal mothers at Koheda rural community, Hyderabad, Telangana State. The objectives of the study: • To assess the knowledge on neonatal care among postnatal mothers by pre-test. • To develop and administer a structured teaching program on neonatal care among postnatal mothers. • To assess the effectiveness of structured teaching programs on knowledge-related neonatal care among postnatal mothers by post-test. • To determine the association between pre-test and post-test knowledge scores with selected demographic variables. The researchers' approach adopted for the study was an evaluative approach and the research design adopted was a pre-experimental “ one group pre-test and post-test” design, in this study independent variable is a structured teaching program on neonatal care and knowledge level of postnatal mothers as dependent variable. In the pre-test, most of the mothers (73.33%) scored average and 26.67% of mothers who obtained below-average and above-average knowledge levels in the pre-test were found to be nil. In the post-test, the knowledge scores improved significantly after the structured teaching program 96.7% of mothers obtained above-average scores whereas 3.33% of mothers obtained average scores and none of the mothers scored below-average scores. The findings show that the knowledge of postnatal mothers was improved with a structured teaching program.

Effectiveness of Structured teaching programme on early identification of Obstetrical Emergencies among antenatal mothers

Back ground & Objectives: Obstetrical emergencies are most unpredictable complication that can be prevented by early identification, Pregnancy is arguably the magical time of a woman’s life and has its unique joys and challenges. The process is very noteworthy. The present study aimed toeffectiveness of Structured teaching programme on early identification of obstetrical emergencies among antenatal mother’s in selected hospital. Materials & methods: Quantitative Research with Pre-Experimental Research Design using a one-group pre-test post-test design among antenatal mothers. Data was collected from June 1st to June 8th, 2022 with sample size of 30, the sampling technique used was non-probability, purposive sampling. A structured questionnaire with multiple-choice questions was adapted. Data has been processed by SPSS 20 version then analyzed descriptive and inferential statistics. Results: Pretest knowledge regarding early identification of Obstetrical Emergencies among antenatal women before administration of Structured teaching programme. 63.3% (19) of the antenatal mothers had inadequate knowledge, 36.7% (11) of them had moderate knowledge score, and none of them are having adequate level of knowledge score.The pre-test and post-test level of knowledge score regarding on early identification of Obstetrical Emergencies among antenatal women, before and after administration of Structured teaching programmeare highly statistically significant at P≤0.05. Conclusion: A remarkable proportion of antenatal mothers have lack of knowledge on identification of Obstetrical Emergencies. Hence, early detection and quality of Multidimensional teaching approachof antenatal mothers needs to be awareness about early identification of Obstetrical Emergencies to improve the maternal, obstetric, and neonatal outcomes.

Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Program on Knowledge regarding Occupational Health Hazards and its Prevention among Flour Mill Workers at selected rural area

Many people believe that work is worship, equally important is the place of work because the workplace has significant influence on individual’s health and is a primary site for the delivery of preventive health care. The present study intends to evaluate the effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on knowledge regarding occupational health hazards and its prevention among flour mill workers in selected rural area. The objectives are to assess the existing knowledge level on occupational health hazards and its prevention, to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching program on knowledge regarding occupational health hazards and its prevention. Quasi experimental, one group pre test and post test design was adopted. Evaluative approach with selected Flour mill in rural area. 60 Flour mill worker were selected by Random Sampling. The collected data was analyzed and interpreted by using descriptive and inferential statistics. The over all knowledge score obtained by the subject in the pre-test was 13.95 with standard deviation of 5.25 and in the post-test was 25.21 with standard deviation of the obtained “t” value for over all knowledge score 15.11 is found to be greater than the table value at the level of p<0.001. It revealed that there is an effectiveness of Structured teaching programme on occupational health hazards and its prevention among flour mill workers, hence the hypothesis H1 was accepted. The study proved that structured teaching programme on occupational health hazards and its prevention among flour mill workers was scientific, logical and coast effective strategy.

Effectiveness of structure teaching programme on the level of knowledge regarding weaning among mothers infants in a rural community area in Nainital

Background: Breast milk is the best and safest food for young babies. Babies must be given extra foods as well as breast milk at the right age in sufficient amounts to enable them to grow and stay healthy. Therefore, the present was "A quasi-experimental study to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching program on the level of knowledge regarding weaning, among mothers of infants, in a selected rural community area in Nainital. The objectives were, to assess the level of knowledge regarding weaning and the effectiveness of structured teaching programs among the mothers of infants.Method: The sample size was 60. A descriptive survey research approach and Quasi-experimental design were adopted among 60 mothers selected through a convenient sampling technique. Results: The result shows that the assessment level of knowledge of mothers revealed the mean of pre-test of knowledge of mothers of infants was 42.96 (SD-3.25) and the mean of post-test 56.45 (SD-2.48) and there was a statistically significant association found between the level of knowledge and demographic variables such as age, education, and source of information of mothers at p<0.01 level. Hence, hypothesis H1 which stated that "there is a significant association with the selected demographic variable of mother of the infant is" proved.Conclusions: The present study concludes that there is inadequate knowledge among mothers of infants on weaning practice. Hence, the individuals in the community could be given health education repeatedly. A regular health education program should be conducted by the health personnel related to weaning practices for future studies.

A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge and Practice of Nasogastric Tube Feeding to Adult Patient among Nursing Personnel Working in Selected Hospitals, Bangalore

Administration of nutrients directly into the stomach, duodenum, or jejunum through a tube is more physiologically beneficial and cost effective than parenteral feeding. In the hospital settings, most of the critically ill patients are on naso gastric tube feeding to meet their nutritional needs. The unhygienic practices and improper insertion of naso gastric tube by the nursing personnel’s increases the risk of infection and other health hazards. Nursing practice still needs to understand how modern technology and instrumental device in naso gastric tube feeding works. Though the nursing personnel are handling the procedure with knowledge and skills, the exciting condition of the patient cannot be satisfied due to the misplacement of the tube. Hence the researcher conducted “A study to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge and practice of Naso gastric tube feeding to adult patient among nursing personnel” working in selected hospitals, Bangalore. A quantitative research approach and Non probability convenient sampling technique was used. The sample was selected by using simple random technique was used to select 50 nursing personnel working in selected hospital, Bangalore. Structured questionnaire was used to assess the levels of knowledge and practice. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used for analysis and interpretation of data. Effectiveness of Structured teaching programme on the levels of knowledge and practice regarding Naso gastric tube feeding among nursing personnel was assessed by using Paired ‘t’test. Association between pretest knowledge level with the selected demographic variables was analyzed using Chi-square test. Keywords: Naso gastric tube feeding, Nursing personnel, adult patient.

EFFECTIVENESS OF STRUCTURED TEACHING PROGRAM ON ATTITUDE REGARDING CARE OF PRETERM BABIES AMONG B.SC. NURSING FOURTH YEAR STUDENTS IN SELECTED NURSING INSTITUTE OF GWALIOR, MADHYA PRADESH, INDIA.

World health organization defined preterm as a live born infant delivered before 37 week from the first day of last menstrual period. These babies are also termed as immature or born early. There are three sub-categories of preterm based on gestational age: Extremely preterm (<28 weeks), Very preterm (28 to <32 weeks) and moderate to late preterm (32 to <37 weeks). In this study aim assess the effectiveness of Structured teaching program on attitude regarding Care of Preterm Babies among B.Sc. Nursing fourth year Students in Selected nursing Institute of Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, India. This study was Quantitative research approach is adopted The research design selected for the present study Quasi experimental study to assess the effectiveness of Structured teaching program on attitude regarding Care of Preterm Babies among B.Sc. Nursing fourth year Students in Selected nursing Institute of Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, India.

A Study to assess the effectiveness of Structured teaching program on knowledge regarding behavioural problems of children among mothers in selected areas at Kollam

A study was assess to find the effectiveness of structured teaching program on knowledge regarding behavioural problems of children among mothers in selected areas at kollam .The objectives of the study were to assess the knowledge regarding behavioral problems of children among mothers, to evaluate the effectiveness of structured teaching program on knowledge regarding behavioural problems of children among mothers and to find out the association between knowledge regarding behavioural problems of children among mothers and selected demographic variables like age of mothers, living area, number of children, education of mothers, age of marriage, monthly income, occupation of mothers and types of family. A quantitative research approach was used with one group pretest posttest only design. Convenience sampling was used. Sample size was 50. The investigator assessed the knowledge of mothers using structured questionnaire regarding behavioral problems of children. After conducting the pretest, the researcher provided structured teaching programme for a period of 40 minutes on the same day. After one week Posttest was conducted using the same research tool. It is found that the calculated t value (17.35) is greater than table value. There is significant difference between pretest and posttest knowledge scores of mothers. There is no association between pretest knowledge and selected demographic variables. The finding of the study suggests that structured teaching programme is effective in increasing the knowledge of mothers regarding behavioral problems of children.

A Study to assess the effectiveness of Structured teaching programme on knowledge regarding Text Neck Syndrome among young adults

A pre-experimental study was conducted to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge regarding text neck syndrome among young adults in a selected college at Alappuzha District. The objectives of the study were to assess the mean knowledge score regarding text neck syndrome among young adults, to find out the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge regarding text neck syndrome among young adults and to find out the association between pretest knowledge score and selected socio demographic variables. The Conceptual framework was based on Nola J Pender’s Health Promotion model (1982). The study was conducted at Bishop Moore College, Mavelikara. among 60 young adults, who were selected by disproportionate stratified random sampling technique. The pretest level of knowledge was assessed using structured knowledge questionnaire and structured teaching programme was given. Posttest was conducted after 7days.The result showed that the mean posttest knowledge score 20.26 with SD 3.15 was significantly higher than the pretest mean score 8.43 with SD 2.48 with a mean difference of 11.83. Since the calculated ‛t’ value 35.45 which was greater than the table value (2.00) with degree of freedom 59 at p<0.05 level of significance. Hence the study revealed that structured teaching programme on text neck syndrome was effective in improving the knowledge of young adults. The association between pretest and selected socio demographic variables showed that the pretest knowledge scores was influenced by year of study (p<0.05), family monthly income (p<0.05) and source of information (p<0.05).

Effectiveness of Structured teaching programme on knowledge regarding Pelvic floor muscle exercises in prevention of Urinary incontinence among premenopausal women admitted in selected hospital Bangalore

Introduction: Urinary incontinence, loss of bladder control, is a common and often embarrassing problem which may have a profound impact on quality of life. Women in their premenopausal period may find pelvic muscles are simply weaker than they were before. These muscles may not have enough strength to hold the sphincters close and may cause unwanted leakage of urine. Pelvic floor exercises often also called kegel exercises after their originator, Dr. Arnold Kegel are widely promoted as the starting point for building pelvic floor strength. As urinary incontinence is not a life threating condition, quality of life takes precedence over other issues when deciding the therapy. Pelvic floor muscle education is a well acceptable therapy for urinary incontinence. Assessing patient’s knowledge regarding pelvic floor muscle exercises in an effort to improve their quality of life may be a reasonable starting point. Materials and Methods: It is quantitative quasi experimental research conducted among 40 premenopausal women who were admitted in St. Martha’s Hospital Bangalore. Self-structured questionnaire was used to assess the knowledge on pelvic floor muscle exercises. The pretest was administered to control and experiment groups, followed by which post-test was done for the control group. Whereas the experiment group were given a Video Assisted Teaching Programme on Pelvic Floor Muscle Exercises and then administered a post-test. Result and Conclusion: The mean of pretest was 13.02 with standard deviation of 4.02 whereas the post-test mean score was 19.22 with the standard deviation of 3.62. The present study concluded there is an improvement in the knowledge level after the administration of Video Assisted teaching programme on pelvic floor muscle exercises and the study also revealed there is no association between the knowledge scores and the selected demographic variables (age, educational status and place of residence) and clinical variables (parity, type of delivery and urinary incontinence).