Mean Pre-test Knowledge Score Research Articles

A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Video Assisted Teaching on Knowledge and Attitude of Adolecsent Regarding Healthy Food Habits in Selected School of D&NH

Background: The world health organization (WHO) defines an adolescent as any person between ages 10–19. During adolescent various physiological changes occurs as a result, nutritional requirement of the body increase tremendously, therefore important to consume a balance diet at this stage. In adolescent various health problem occur such as reproductive health problems, nutritional health problem, psychosocial problem etc., but due to poor intake and availability of diet major health problem is under nutrition or over nutrition. Adolescent especially school going children are most vulnerable towards the problem like undernutrition or obesity and when they grow in age this adverse health tendency continues to persist and impairs the health and wellbeing of adolescent population and increase the risk of type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease and some cancer. Aim: The aim of the study was to assess the effectiveness of video assisted teaching on healthy food habits among adolescents. Methodology: In this study, pre-experimental research design was used. For total 100 adolescents who met the sampling criteria were selected with Simple random sampling technique from the selected school of D&NH. The data were collected using structure knowledge questionnaire and attitude scale. Results: The result revealed that a significant difference in the mean pre-test knowledge score (9.13) and the mean post-test knowledge score (17.08) of adolescent after administering of video assisted teaching as measured by ‘t’ test (27.248) which was highly significant at 0.001 level of significance. It shows that there was significant difference in mean attitude pre-test score (42.87) and post-test attitude score (49.17) of adolescents, the ‘t’ test measured (11.815) which shows highly significance at 0.001 level of significance. There is no association between pre-test knowledge and attitude with selected demographic variable. Only gender shows that Significant association with selected demographic variable.

A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Self Instructional Module on Knowledge Regarding Respiratory Viral Diseases and Its Prevention among Adolescents in Selected Schools at Perinthalmanna

Introduction: Respiratory viral diseases are disease of respiratory system caused by respiratory viruses. Respiratory viruses are the most frequent causative agents of diseases in humans with significant impact on morbidity and mortality worldwide. In present study we assessed the effectiveness of self-instructional module on knowledge regarding respiratory viral diseases and its prevention among adolescents in selected schools at Perinthalmanna. Methodology: Quantitative one group pre-test post-test approach was used in this study. 60 samples were selected by using non probability convenient sampling technique. Structured knowledge questionnaire including demographic variables was used for the study. Result: Pre-test result shows that 29(48.33%) of adolescents had good knowledge, 27(45%) of adolescents had average knowledge and 4(6.67%) of adolescents had poor knowledge. Post-test knowledge shows that 38(63.34%) had excellent knowledge, 20(33.33%) had good knowledge, 2(3.33%) had average knowledge and none of the adolescent had poor knowledge. The effectiveness of self-instructional module was assessed by paired ‘t’ test. The calculated value was (t=19.3047) higher than the table value (t59=2.0010), it shows the self-instructional module was effective. There was no association between pre-test knowledge score of adolescents with selected demographic variables such as age, gender, class, religion, education of mother, education of father, occupation of father, occupation of mother. There was a significant association found between pretest knowledge score of adolescents with values of previous source of knowledge. The mean post-test score (15.03) was higher than the mean pre-test knowledge score (9.17). Conclusion: The present study revealed that the self-instructional module was effective as it improved the knowledge level of post-test.

A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Self Instructional Module (SIM) on Knowledge and Attitude Regarding Breast Cancer Among Late Adolescents Studying in Selected Degree Colleges at Dharwad, Karnataka

Background Breast cancer is the leading cause of cancer in women. The knowledge and attitude of breast cancer is poor among adolescents. The present study aimed to assess the knowledge and attitude among late adolescents on breast cancer to develop self-instruction module and to determine effectiveness of self instruction module in improving the knowledge and attitude.Methods A evaluatory approach using one group pre-test post-test design was adopted. A sample of 335 adolescents was selected using purposive sampling technique from the selected degree colleges of Dharwad. The designed tool showed content validity index of 0.89 reliability ofnbsp knowledge 0.90 and attitude 0.88. The pretest was conducted to assess the knowledge and attitude among late adolescents regarding breast cancer using a designed tool following which self-instruction module was administered. Following this post-test was conducted after thirty days using the same designed tool and the data was collected in the form of scores. The obtained scores were tabulated and computed using SPSS 20.0 version software for statistic analysis.Results The study found that mean pretest knowledge and attitude scores were less than mean post-test knowledge and attitude scores and mean enhancement in knowledge and attitude was 41.46 and 47.25 respectively. The study revealed the effectiveness of the self-instruction module on knowledge and attitude scores to be 33.54 and 29.95 for 334 degrees of freedom with P lt0.001. The knowledge and attitude levels improved to adequate knowledge and good attitude towards breast cancer. Further the study found significant association between all the socio-demographic variables except age and found no significant correlation between pretest knowledge and attitude scores.Conclusion The study found that the self-instruction module was effective in improving the knowledge and attitude and found significant association of pretest knowledge and attitude scores with selected demographic variables. The study concluded that the self-instruction module can bring significant awareness among population and recommended that more evidenced based research must be conducted to bring awareness about breast cancer among large groups.

Impact of a Structured Training Program Regarding Care of Patients with Chest Tube Drainage in Terms of Knowledge and Practices of Nurses Working in a Tertiary Care Cancer Center in North India

Introduction: A chest tube (hollow, flexible drainage tube) placement is a procedure in which a tube is inserted by an aseptic technique through the side of the chest wall into the pleural space. The complication rate in patients with ICD has been found high, resulting from inadequate knowledge of thoracic anatomy or/and insufficient clinical training and experience. Objective: Assessing the efficacy of a structured Clinical training program regarding the care of patients with chest tube drainage, assessing existing and gained knowledge and practices level, and finding the association between the sociodemographic variables and knowledge and practices. Material and Methods: In this Prospective study, 200 nurses participated in the study; pre-test and Post-test research designs were applied in this study. Data collection was done by using of probability random sampling technique. Result: The Pre-test Mean knowledge score was 8.77 with a standard deviation of 2.08 and the Mean practical knowledge score was 7.6 with a standard deviation of 2. When participants' knowledge and practices were checked before the training program, 58 % (116) subjects had Good Knowledge, 22.5 % (45) had average knowledge, 17.5 % (35) had excellent knowledge, and 2 % (4) had poor knowledge scores. When participants' practical knowledge was checked before the training program, 49 % (98) subjects had good practice scores, 43 % (86) had average practice scores, 5.5 % (11) had excellent practice scores, and 2.5 % (5) had poor practice scores. Posttest mean knowledge score was 10.56 with a standard deviation of 1.86. Posttest mean Practical knowledge score was 10.57 with a standard deviation of 2.26. After the structured clinical training program, 57.5 % (23) had an adequate knowledge score, 40 % (16) had a moderate level of knowledge score, and 2.5 % (1) had inadequate knowledge. After the structured clinical training program, 50 % (100) had an excellent practice score and 42 % (84) had a good practice score, and 8 % (16) had an average practice score. An association was found between existing knowledge score and marital status, between post-test knowledge and Religion as calculated p-values of the Fisher Exact test that is 0.036, 0.017 is smaller than the alpha value 0.05. In the Practical Knowledge score, an association between pre-test practice scores and the number of previous ICD training was found, as the calculated p-value of the fisher Exact test 0.04 was smaller than the alpha value of 0.05. Conclusions: In the care of a patient who has an Inter-costal chest tube, need much attention as comparing other, because the handling of the ICD tube and bag, emptying of a bag, and transportation of the ICD patient need careful action. In our study, we found that existing knowledge and Practice of ICD care procedures are not satisfactory with the traditional teaching approach, bedside clinical training is a beneficial approach that will significantly improve the Knowledge and Knowledge in practice. Keywords: ICD Care, Intercostal drainage, Chest tube care, Thoracic tube care

Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Breast Self-examination among Adolescent Girls in Selected College, Guwahati, Assam

BACKGROUND: Breast cancer is the most common malignancy in Indian women second only to cancer cervix. It is the most frequent cancer among women, impacting 2.1 million women each year. It is a group of diseases in which the cells in breast tissue changes and divide uncontrolled, typically resulting in a lump or mass. Breast self-examination is an important screening measure for detecting breast cancer. OBJECTIVES: The purpose of the study is to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on breast self-examination among adolescent girls in selected College, Guwahati, Assam. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Pre-experimental one group pre-test post-test design was adopted for the study. In this study, 60 adolescent girls of 11th standard Arts Stream, Handique Girls’ College were selected by using simple random sampling technique. The tools used for the study were demographic variables, knowledge questionnaire on breast self-examination. The analysis was done by using descriptive and inferential statistics in terms of frequency distribution, percentage, mean, standard deviation, paired ‘t’ test and chi square. RESULTS: The findings of the study revealed that the post-test knowledge score (18.36) was significantly higher than the pre-test mean knowledge score(10.65) as evidenced by t=16.31 (p<0.001) and tabulated value of t59 was 2.00 at 0.001 level of significance, which represents the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on breast self-examination. It also revealed that there was significant association between pre-test knowledge score and selected demographic variables of educational level of father and educational level of mother. CONCLUSION: The present study demonstrated that the structured teaching program was effective in enhancing the knowledge of adolescent girls on breast self-examination.

Effectiveness of Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Hospital Waste Management a mong House Keeping Employees

Waste generated during medical procedures has a higher risk of infection when compared to other types of waste. Therefore, having a reliable and secure method of handling is very essential. Hospital waste has the potential to harm the environment and the general public's health. Hospital Waste management needs to be integrated into all healthcare services since it is crucial to preserving the health of the environment. Therefore, a study was done to find out the impact of Structured teaching programme on Housekeeping employees on hospital waste management at R.L.J. Hospital and Research Centre, Kolar, Karnataka. “A one-group, Quasi-experimental pre-test and post-test design” was used for the investigation. Eighty housekeeping employees were chosen using a simple random sampling technique with lottery method. Data was gathered using a structured knowledge questionnaire by conducting interview. Followed by that teaching programme was implemented. A post-test was carried out using the same instrument one week later. The study findings revealed that, majority (81.25%) of the housekeeping employees had inadequate knowledge, and only 17.5% of them had moderately adequate knowledge. “The pre-test mean knowledge score was 13.15 with a SD of 3.63, and the post-test mean knowledge score was 21.15 with a SD of 3.46, which was statistically significant at the 0.001 level”. The study result found that a “structured teaching programme” had improved the knowledge level among housekeeping employees, which benefited them in handling healthcare-related waste safely. Keywords: Effectiveness, Teaching Programme, Knowledge, Hospital Waste Management, Housekeeping employees

Knowledge of Primary School Teachers Regarding First Aid for Selected Common Injuries in Selected Schools in Bangalore

Every parent will take various measures and actions to keep their child safe and protect them from injury. Especially when they are not around them, like in schools and daycare. Children are spending more time at school; thus, teachers are responsible for their health. School teachers should know that first aid and primary school children come under an endangered group, which means that they are more prone to injuries. The study’s objective was to reveal primary school teachers’ knowledge regarding first aid in selected Bangalore schools and determine the efficiency of a structured teaching program on knowledge regarding first aid. A pre-experimental pre–post-test design was preferred for this study. The sample consisted of 52 primary school teachers selected using purposive sampling. The score was acquired through self-administered questionnaires using baseline Performa and questionnaires to measure the primary school teachers’ knowledge in selected schools in Bangalore, India. Among the 52 participants, 48.1% have poor knowledge, and 51.9% have moderate knowledge. All 100% of the subjects were female teachers, with a pre-test mean knowledge score of 14.52% and a post-test score of 22.63%. The obtained p-value of the mean difference between the pre and post-test is less than 0.001. It is concluded that there is a high relationship between primary and post-test knowledge scores of primary school teachers concerning first aid. The teacher’s negligence of the students and their failure to look after the child during school hours is the main reason for the cause of accidents at school. Proper first aid knowledge is important for those teachers to prevent further complications of accidents. It is concluded that a structured teaching programme among those school teachers will help improve their awareness and competency in the prevention and management of First aid.

Effects of the Hazardous Area Response Team Training Program on the Knowledge and Confidence in Operational Skills of Prehospital Emergency Medical Personnel in Thailand: A Quasi-Experimental Study.

Hazardous areas are places emitting hazardous materials, terrorist- or war-related, which lead to public health risks in developed and developing countries globally. Hence, prehospital emergency medical personnel who work as frontliners should be trained. Data via pretest, posttest, and questionnaire surveys regarding the HART's knowledge of and confidence in operational skills were collected using the 5-point Likert scale. The cohort included prehospital emergency medical personnel aged >18 years. The training program comprised lectures, practicals, and examinations and included three subcourses: emergency medicine in the chemical, biological, radiation, and nuclear hazardous area (EM-CBRN) course; Thailand Tactical Emergency Medical Service (TTEMS) course; and cooperation and preparation for disaster (CPD) course. The HART's mean multiple choice question (MCQ) posttest knowledge score (12.80±3.11) was significantly higher (p<0.001) than the mean pretest knowledge score (7.74±3.71) for the EM-CBRN course. The HART's mean MCQ posttest knowledge score (24.04±2.79) was significantly higher (p<0.001) than the mean pretest knowledge score (14.34±3.92) for the TTEMS course. Further, the HART's mean MCQ posttest knowledge score (21.03±3.49) was significantly higher (p<0.001) than the mean pretest knowledge score (14.40±5.08) for the CPD course. The HART's mean confidence in operational skill score for the EM-CBRN course was significantly higher (p<0.001) after training (4.45±0.59) than before training (2.77±0.90). The HART's mean confidence in operational skill score for the TTEMS course was significantly higher (p<0.001) after training (4.55±0.59) than before training (2.78±0.98). The HART's mean confidence in operational skill score for the CPD course was significantly higher (p<0.001) after training (4.70±0.41) than before training (3.03±0.90). The HART training program significantly affected the HART's knowledge development and confidence in operational skills, particularly the frontline prehospital emergency medical personnel. Therefore, prehospital emergency medical personnel should undergo training, and learning activities must be developed to reinforce capacity and improve knowledge and confidence.

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&lt;0.05). Paired t value computed at 30.28* was statistically significant at p&lt;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.

Effectiveness of Video Assisted Teaching on knowledge regarding management of typhoid fever among Home makers

Background: A pre-experimental study was conducted to assess the effectiveness of video assisted teachingon knowledge regarding management of typhoid fever among home makersin selected community areas, Kishtwar, Jammu and Kashmir. A total sample of 60 home makerswere selected using the convenient sampling technique. The objectives of the study were to assess the knowledgeregarding management of typhoid fever among home makersbefore and after video assisted teachingand to find out the effectiveness of video assisted teaching on knowledge regarding management of typhoid fever among home makers. The final objective was to determine the knowledge regarding themanagement of typhoid feverand 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 home makers were enrolled using convenient sampling technique. The conceptual framework used in the study was based onKing’s Goal attainment 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±3.202was significantly higher than the mean pre-test knowledge score 12.20±3.704(p&lt;0.05). Paired t value computed at 30.28* was statistically significant at p&lt;0.05, which revealed that, there is significant increase in the mean post-test knowledge score. Significant association at 0.05 level was observed between knowledge with regard to age and educational status. Conclusion: The findings of the study confirmed that the video assisted teaching was significantly effective in improving the knowledgeregarding management of typhoid fever among home makers.

Abstract 13922: Reducing Health Care Disparities by Improving ICD Knowledge in a Diverse Population, a Quality Improvement Initiative to Align ICD Settings With Goals of Care

Background: Patients with implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs) often lack understanding of ICD functioning, most dramatically in at-risk populations. Patient knowledge gaps preclude adequate communication regarding goals of care and informed decision-making with the potential for unwanted shocks at end of life (EOL). Both ICD studies and ICD patient education tools historically lack both diversity and accessibility. Ways to improve patient ICD comprehension in populations with barriers to care have not been well established. Research Questions: Does a patient-centered educational video improve ICD knowledge and/or affect patients’ ICD preferences in hypothetical EOL scenarios? Methods: We surveyed 30 admitted heart failure patients with ICDs using 10 validated true-false ICD knowledge questions, 4 preference questions in hypothetical EOL scenarios, and multiple qualitative questions at a diverse urban, safety-net hospital. A novel 7-minute ICD educational video narrated by real patients with ICDs, using 3 rd grade or below language was then shown either in English or Spanish. Post viewing, the same questions were repeated to assess knowledge and preferences. (Link to video: https://youtu.be/8n_M--33Ia w ) Results: The mean age was 58 years, and 38% identified as female. Of the 30 patients, 63% were Black, 37% were White, and 17% were Hispanic. Patients had a mean ejection fraction of 31%, and 50% of participants had prior ICD shocks (1 to 14 times). The mean pre-test knowledge score was 50% (SD 22.8) and mean post-test score significantly improved to 82% (SD 15.1) correct (W=346, p&lt;0.00001). Scores did not significantly vary by age, sex, race, or prior shock status. After watching the video, 66% of patients changed their EOL ICD preferences in at least 1 scenario. All participants rated the video as either very helpful or helpful. Conclusion: In a diverse group of admitted heart failure patients with ICDs, intervention with an educational video on ICDs and shocks at EOL significantly improved patient knowledge. Educational materials designed for diverse patient populations can reduce healthcare disparities, by expanding patient knowledge and therefore empowering patients to make informed decisions on ICDs at EOL.

Use of Low-Cost Task Trainer for Emergency Department Thoracotomy Training in General Surgery Residency Program

Emergency department thoracotomy (EDT) is an uncommon but potentially lifesaving procedure that warrants familiarity with anatomy, instruments, and indications necessary for completion. To address this need, we developed a low-cost EDT trainer. The primary objective of this study was to compare the effectiveness of a low-cost EDT trainer to teach emergency department thoracotomy with a discussion-based teaching session. Secondary objective was to study the face validity of the low-cost EDT trainer. A prospective 2-phase randomized control study was conducted. Participants were randomly divided into two groups. In phase one, baseline medical knowledge for both groups was assessed using a multiple-choice question pretest. In Group 1, each participant was taught EDT using a one-on-one discussion with a trauma surgeon, whereas Group 2 used the EDT trainer and debriefing for training. In phase 2 (1 month later), all participants completed a knowledge retention test and performed a videoed EDT using our EDT trainer, the video recordings were later reviewed by content experts blinded to the study participants using a checklist with a maximum score of 22. The participants also completed a reaction survey at the end of phase 2 of the study. OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital, an urban tertiary care academic hospital in Columbus, Ohio. Nine senior surgery residents from training years 3 to 5. The mean score for the performance of the procedure for the simulation-based (Group 2) was significantly higher than that of the discussion-based (Group 1) (Rater 1: 21.2 ± 0.8 vs. 19.0 ± 2.0, p = 0.05, Rater 2: 20.4 ± 1.5 vs. 18.3±1.0, p = 0.04). Group 2 also was quicker than Group 1 in deciding to start the procedure by approximately 56 seconds. When comparing the mean pretest knowledge score to the mean knowledge retention score 30 days after training, the discussion-based group improved from 58.33% to 81.25% (p = 0.01); the simulation-trained group's scores remained at 68.33%. All the participants agreed or strongly agreed that the simulator provided a realistic opportunity to perform EDT and improved their confidence. The results of this pilot studysupport our hypothesis that using alow-cost EDT trainer effectively improves general surgery residents' confidence and procedural skills scores in a simulated environment. Further training with low-cost simulators may provide surgical residents with deliberate practice opportunities and improve performance when learning low-frequency procedures.

Effectiveness of educational intervention on prevention of junk food consumption and its ill effects among obese children in selected schools

The present study assessed the effectiveness of educational interventions on the prevention of junk food consumption and its ill effects among obese children in selected schools Pre-experimental one group pre-test post-test research design adopted for this study. The study was conducted at R.C. Higher Secondary School, Sendivakkam, K.V.S Secondary School in Kadapakkam, and G.V.R Matriculation Higher Secondary School, Kadapakkam, in Kancheepuram district. The target population was school going children obese children (aged between 9 and 12 years) based on their BMI. The sample size was 100 obese children, used for Non probability purposive sampling technique. Pre-test knowledge was assessed, providing educational intervention on the prevention of junk food consumption and its ill effects, and post-test knowledge was assessed. There was statistical significance between the pre-test and post-test mean knowledge score, with the‘t’ value of 33.47 was compared with the table value at the level (P&lt;0.001). It implies that the educational intervention provided by the investigator was effective and showed improvement in the level of knowledge of obese children.

A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Pulmonary Tuberculosis and DOTs Therapy among Tuberculosis Patients Attending Tuberculosis O.P.D at Selected Hospitals in Bhiwani, Haryana

Background of the Study: Tuberculosis is a global public health issue despite the discovery of the causal bacterium over 100 years ago and availability of effective medications and vaccines for prevention and cure. Tuberculosis has a global incidence rate of 119 per lakh, with low-income nations bearing the major burden at 197 per lakh. High-income countries have nine per lakh people, while middle-income countries have 85. Eight out of ten tuberculosis patients are economically productive aged 15-49. It kills more adults than any other infectious disease. India has roughly one-third of the global tuberculosis load. Aim of the Study: The goal of this study is to evaluate the efficacy of a planned education program on students' understanding of pulmonary tuberculosis and the DOTS treatment method. Methodology: This study examined how a comprehensive teaching program improved patients' understanding of pulmonary tuberculosis and DOTS therapy in the outpatient department (OPD) of selected hospitals in Bhiwani, Haryana. To attain the purpose, the researcher used pre-experimental study design. The study included 60 patients at the Directly Observed Therapy Short-course (DOTS) clinic in Bhiwani, Haryana. The researchers selected samples using convenience sampling. A structured knowledge questionnaire was used to collect data in this study. A group of tuberculosis patients provided data for ten days. The pre-test was given on May 17, 2021, before formal education began. Ten days later, the post-test was given. Data was processed and analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Results: The mean pre-test knowledge score was 9.45, with a 2.65 standard deviation. In the post-test, the mean score was 19.40 with a standard deviation of 1.86. The computed mean difference was 9.95. The paired 't' test yielded 24.60 with 59 degrees of freedom. A p-value of 0.01 indicated statistical significance.

Effectiveness of Awareness Programme on Knowledge of Teachers Regarding School Bullying Among Children at Selected Urban Schools of Bengaluru

Background: A quasi-experimental design was used to evaluate the effectiveness of awareness program on knowledge of teachers regarding school bullying among children at selected urban schools of Bengaluru. A total sample of 40 teachers were selected using purposive sampling technique. The objective of the study was to assess the level of knowledge of teachers regarding school bullying among children and to evaluate the effectiveness of awareness programme on knowledge of teachers regarding school bullying among children. The final objective was to find out the association between pre-test level of knowledge score of teachers regarding school bullying among children and selected socio demographic variables. Materials and Methods: A quasi experimental design was used to conduct the study. A sample comprising of 40 teachers were enrolled using purposive sampling technique. The conceptual framework adopted for the study was based on General system theory by Ludwig von Bertalanffy model of nursing. Tools used for data collection were demographic Performa and structured knowledge questionnaire. Results: Data analysis was done using descriptive and inferential statistics. Findings of the study revealed that the mean post-test knowledge score 16.20± 7.47 was significantly higher than the mean pre-test knowledge score 12.73± 4.64. Paired t value computed at 6.63 was statistically significant at p&lt;0.05. which revealed that, there is significant increase in the mean post-test knowledge score. There was no significant association was observed at 0.05 found between pre-test level knowledge scores and selected demographic variables. Conclusion: The findings of the study clearly showed that the structured teaching programme was significantly effective in improving the knowledge of teachers regarding school bullying. Keywords: Awareness, Teachers, Children, Urban School.

Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge of Adolescents Regarding Prevention and Early Detection of Thyroid Disorders

Background: A pre-experimental study was conducted to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge of adolescents regarding prevention and early detection of thyroid disorders at selected pre-university colleges, Bengaluru. A total sample of 60, adolescents were selected using non-probability convenient sampling. The objectives of the study were to assess the pre-test level of knowledge of adolescents regarding prevention and early detection of thyroid disorders and to find the effectiveness of structured teaching program on knowledge of adolescents regarding prevention and early detection of thyroid disorders. The final objective was to find out the association between pre-test score of adolescents with socio-demographic variables. Materials and Methods: A one-group pre-test post-test design was used to conduct the study. A sample comprising of 60 adolescents were enrolled using non-probability sampling technique. The conceptual framework of the study was based on Imogene King’s goal attainment model. Tools used for data collection were demographic Performa and structured knowledge questionnaire. Results: Data analysis was done using descriptive and inferential statistics. Findings of the study revealed that the mean post-test knowledge score 26.15 ±3.66 was significantly higher than the mean pre-test knowledge score 11.58±4.17 (p&lt;0.05). Paired t value computed at 39.58 was statistically significant at p&lt;0.05. which revealed that, there is significant increase in the mean post-test knowledge score. There was no significant association was observed at 0.05 found between pre-test level knowledge scores and selected demographic variables. Conclusion: The findings of the study clearly showed that the structured teaching programme was significantly effective in improving the knowledge of adolescents regarding prevention and early detection of thyroid disorders. Keywords: Effectiveness, structured teaching programme, knowledge of adolescents, prevention of diseases, hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism.

INTERNET ADDICTION AND ITS EFFECTS ON LIFE STYLE OF THE ADOLESCENTS

Introduction:- Adolescence is a period of the lifecycle when individuals are managing multiple and complex developmental tasks. Negative impact of internet addiction which effects adolescent’s behavior, academics, working performance, family life, social relationships, physical health, and psychological well being. Statement of the Problem: “A study to assess the effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme (STP) regarding internet addiction and its effects on life style of the adolescents at selected schools of Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. Methodology:-Quantitative approach was adopted and pre experimental one group pre- test and post-test study design was used. Multistage Stratified Simple Random Sampling technique was used to select the 1080 adolescents from selected urban private English medium Co. Ed higher secondary schools of Bhopal. Self Structured Questionnaires was used to collect the data and Structured Teaching Program (STP) was administered. Data analysis was done by Frequency and percentage distribution for socio demographic variables. Chi Square test was used to find out the association between pre-test knowledge and socio demographic variables. The Paired T Test was used to find the difference between pre test and post test knowledge. Statistical analysis of data done by using SPSS 20.0 Software. Results:- Results of the study revealed that majority of the variables like age, class, monthly family income and family type are significantly associated with pre test level of knowledge regarding internet addiction &amp; its effects on life style of the adolescents. Pre-test knowledge regarding internet addiction prior to the administration of STP 543(50.3%) almost half of the participants had poor knowledge, 528(48.9%) had average knowledge and only 09(0.8%) had good knowledge. Post test knowledge regarding internet addiction after administration of STP 60 (5.6 %) had average knowledge and majority 1020 (94.4%) had good knowledge. The mean pre test knowledge score was 8.4481 (S.D = 2.39769) and mean post-test knowledge score was 18.6889 (S.D = 1.962245). Findings of comparison between pre- test and post-test knowledge regarding internet addiction &amp; its effects on life style of the adolescents indicated highly significant (&lt;0.0001*) difference. Conclusion:- The study findings highlighted that pre test and post test knowledge of participants having highly significant (&lt;0.0001*) difference .Based on the findings this study concluded that majority of the adolescents knowledge improved after STP regarding internet addiction &amp; its effects on life style of the adolescents.

Effectiveness of self-instructional module on knowledge regarding emotional intelligence among nursing undergraduates

Background: Nursing profession requires not only technical expertise but also holistic care, including emotional and social aspects. Nursing student must effectively manage their emotions in stressful situations. This study aimed to assess the effectiveness of the self-instructional module in enhancing knowledge regarding emotional intelligence among nursing undergraduates. Methods: A pre-experimental one-group pre-test post-test design was utilized to collect data from 100 nursing students by using a non-probability convenient sampling technique. After the pre-test, a self-instructional module was administered over two sessions, with daily one-hour for three days. The post-test was administered seven days after the intervention. Results: A significant mean difference was observed between the mean pre-test knowledge scores and the mean post-test knowledge scores. (10.81±2.82 vs 21.22±2.74, p&lt;0.001) The study also revealed that socio-demographic parameters like gender, residence, monthly family income, and extracurricular activities influenced pre-test knowledge scores. Conclusions: The self-instructional module effectively improved emotional intelligence among nursing students, enhancing their understanding of this crucial aspect.

Awareness on good and bad touch among school children in north Gujarat, India.

It is not common to discuss child sexual assault in open conversation. Hence, it is vital to explain the distinction between good and harmful contact in order to stop harmful touch and preserve the safety of children. Therefore, it is of interest to assess the efficacy of teaching initiatives addressing appropriate and inappropriate touching with a view to reducing child sexual abuse. Thus, an experimental research design was employed. Further, a single group pre-test and post-test design was chosen. The data collected from 60 school children at Visnagar, Gujarat, India. Data shows that the mean post-test knowledge score, which averaged at 16.03, was higher than the mean pre-test knowledge score (5.6). Thus, educational programs on child sexual abuse can significantly improve awareness among school 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.