Mean Pretest Practice Score Research Articles

A pre- experimental study to assess the effectiveness of educational intervention on knowledge and practice regarding diarrhea management among mothers of under -five children in under five clinic of sub-district hospital bijbehara, Anantnag, Kashmir

Each day thousands of under five children around the world suffer from diarrhea. Diarrhea can cause severe illness and even can lead to death in under five children. As per World Health organization diarrhea is defined as the loose, watery stools that occur more frequently than usual. Diarrhea is usually caused by virus, or sometimes, contaminated food. Less frequently, it can be a sign of another disorder, such as inflammatory bowel disease or irritable bowel syndrome. 40 under five mothers were selected from Sub district hospital Bijbehara, Anantnag Kashmir. Purposive sampling technique was used for selecting the sample. A structured interview questionnaire was used to collect data. The findings revealed that among demographic variables most of the subjects were in the age of 25-35 years (60%), (22.5%) of them were in the age group of 18-25 years, and (17.5%) were in the age group of above 35, that pretest knowledge score shows that 5 (12.5%) of the participants had inadequate knowledge. 31 (77.5%) had moderately adequate knowledge and 4(10%) had adequate knowledge. Similarly, post test knowledge score shows that (0%) of the participants had inadequate knowledge, 13(32.5%) had moderately adequate knowledge and 27(67.5%) had adequate knowledge this indicates that mean post test knowledge score 15.25 is higher than the mean pretest 10.93 the obtained t value is 13.557 is significant at p<0.05. The pre test practice score shows that 295%) had of the participants had inadequate knowledge, 28(70%) had moderately adequate knowledge and 10(25%) had adequate knowledge, similarly post test practice shows that none of the participant had inadequate knowledge, 8(20%) had moderately adequate knowledge, and 32(80%) had adequate knowledge. This, indicates that mean post test knowledge score 16.1 is higher than mean pretest practice score 12.23. Of the obtained t value 14.839 is significant at p <0.05.The findings of the study revealed that educational intervention is helpful for the mothers of under five children to manage diarrhea in early stage and its prevention for further complications.

Assessment of the Effectiveness of Video Assisted Teaching Program on Knowledge and Practice Regarding Oral Hygiene Among Preschool Children at a Selected Primary School in Vellore

Background and objective Dental caries is one of the most common health problems affecting children. Dental exam is recommended in the school health program at least once a year. Nurses take part in teaching parents kids and teachers about oral hygiene. However it has never been demonstrated that sloppy teeth brushing can stop dental cavities. The effectiveness of plaque removal depends on the type of toothbrush used. This study aimed to assess the knowledge and practice regarding oral hygiene among preschool children pre and post intervention of a video-assisted program regarding oral hygiene.Methodology A quantitative research approach was adopted for this study. Quasi-experimental design was used in the study to assess the effectiveness of video-assisted teaching program on knowledge and practice regarding oral hygiene among preschool children at a selected school in Vellore. The study was conducted including 60 pre-school children from pre-K.G L.K.G U.K.G children from Susanrsquos kinder garden school Vellore. The researcher selected subjects who fulfilled the inclusion criteria using random sampling. The subjects were interviewed using a semi structured questionnaire to assess the knowledge and an observational checklist to assess the practice regarding oral hygiene and Fones brushing technique. Post test was conducted after one week.Results In the experimental group the mean pre-test score was 7.3 with a standard deviation of 2.8 while the mean post-test score was 15.7 with a standard deviation of 2.12 in the experimental group. The average disparity was 8.4. At the 0.05 level the obtained t value of 14.8 was highly significant. The estimated t value was the same as the mean pretest practice score of 3.4 with SD 1.4 and the post-test practice score of 8.3 with SD 2.9 the calculated t value was 17.5 which was highly significant at p lt0.05 level. There was a significant difference between the mean pre-and post-test levels of knowledge and practice among preschool children in the experimental group. Thus the video assisted teaching program was effective in improving the levels of knowledge and practice among preschool children in the experimental group.Conclusion The brushing methods used were least efficient according to this study. Training in oral hygiene should be based on a childs motor skill level and developmental stage. It is crucial to consider variations in tooth-brushing abilities especially in younger children. Each child needs intense customized training to achieve the techniques desired effects.

Newborn care

A neonate is also called a newborn. Aim: To assess the effectiveness of simulation training on knowledge and practice regarding newborn care among staff nurses. Research design: A quasi experimental non randomized control group design was used. Sampling and sampling technique: Sixty staff nurses each in experimental and control group a were selected by non probability purposive sampling for the study in Rohilkhand Medical college hospital and Varunarjun Medical College Hospital. Knowledge and practice was assessed by using structured knowledge questionnaire and practice checklist.. The intervention included the simulation training of neonatal resuscitation and teaching on immediate and routine newborn care. Results and findings: The study findings revealed that the mean post-test knowledge score was higher i.e. (31.66±1.71) than the mean pretest knowledge score i.e. (20.68 ±4.68) in the experimental group. It revealed that the mean post-test practice score was higher i.e.( 24.71±0.45) than the mean pretest practice score i.e. (21.03 ±1.30) in the experimental group. Data revealed that the mean experimental group knowledge score was higher (31.66±1.17) than the mean control group knowledge score (26.03 ± 3.66). The difference was found to be statistically significant at p=0.05 level of significance.

Diarrheal illnesses and Oral Rehydration therapy Comparative study on oral rehydration therapy among urban and rural mother.

A comparative study was conducted to assess the knowledge and practice on Oral Rehydration Therapy (ORT) among mothers of under six year children in selected urban and rural areas of District Fatehabad.” The sample size of the study comprised of 100 mothers (50 urban and 50 rural mothers). Systematic random sampling technique was considered appropriate for this study. The collected data was analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Findings reveals that Mean Knowledge Score of Rural was (14.44) and Mean Knowledge Score of Urban was (17.34) and Mean Pre-test Practice Score of Rural was (5.26) and Mean Pre Test Practice score of Urban is (5.56). The „t‟ Value calculated is greater than „t‟ Value tabulated. Findings related to association between knowledge& practice score of mothers regarding oral rehydration therapy with selected demographic variables. The statistical outcome of association between demographic variables of mothers with their knowledge & practice score regarding oral rehydration therapy. In order to examine the association between these variables the chi-square test was worked out. The difference was found to be statistically significant in all cases EXCEPT in three cases at p<0.05 level of significance.

A Study to Assess Effectiveness of Instructional Teaching Programme on Level of Knowledge and Practices of Prevention of Pneumonia among Mothers of under Five Children in Selected Villages, Kanchipuram District, Tamil Nadu, India

Back ground: An experimental study was conducted to assess the effects of instructional teaching programme (ITP) on knowledge and practices of mothers regarding prevention of pneumonia in children, Pooncherry, Chengalpattu District, Tamil Nadu, India.Objectives of the study were to assess the effectiveness of ITP on prevention of pneumonia on level of knowledge and practices among mothers of under five children.
 Materials and Methods: Non probability purposive technique was adopted for this study. Samples who met inclusion criteria were participated in the study. Self-structured interview schedule for knowledge and structured rating scale for practices were used to collect the data.
 Results: The study results shows that in the pre test 15.13 % of the mothers had adequate knowledge, 24.34 % of the mothers were had moderately adequate knowledge and 60.53 % of the mothers had inadequate knowledge and and in post test 63.17% of mothers were had adequate knowledge, 28.94% of the mothers had moderately adequate knowledge and very few (8.55% ) mothers had inadequate knowledge. Pre test practices score shows that 63.82 % of the mothers had less desirable practice, 22.37% of the mothers had moderate desirable practices and 13.81% were had highly desirable practices whereas in the post test 63.82% of them had highly desirable practice, 23.03% of them had moderate desirable practices and 13.16% of them had less desirable practices. The mean pretest knowledge score was 5.45 ± 1.47 and the mean posttest knowledge score was 8.49 ± 0.71 and the t value was 15.17, it shows that statistically there was an improvement in the post test knowledge score. The mean pretest practice score was 22.38 ± 2.76, the mean posttest practice score was 43.64 ±1.97 and the t value was 13.35, it shows that statistically there was a significant improvement in the post test practice score. The instructional teaching programme on prevention of pneumonia was statistically effective in promoting the knowledge and desirable practices among mothers.

Effectiveness of Near Peer Learning on Knowledge and Habit Making Regarding Prevention of Water Borne Diseases among Primary School Children – A Pilot Study

Near peer learning is an educational practice in which children interact with their peers or friends attain educational objectives. In simpler terms children involved in this type of learning are seniors and juniors of the same school or college. Learners are more comfortable and relaxed, and ready to learn when teacher is their peer, whom they know and understand. At the same time, it develops communication skill, leadership skills and confidence of public dealings in the teacher peer. In recent days, near peer teaching and learning becoming popular as learning methodology in schools and colleges. It involves students exposed to similar circumstances, from same educational programme, but at different levels. Research question of the study is ‘Is Near Peer learning effective on improving knowledge and habit making regarding prevention of waterborne diseases among primary school children?’
 This study was carried out systematically to assess the effectiveness of structured Near Peer learning, where a senior student teaches regarding prevention of waterborne diseases to junior students. Here the subject selected for structured near peer learning is “prevention of waterborne diseases”. Elder children of age group 13-14 years taught their near peers of age group 9-10 years, regarding prevention of waterborne diseases with special attention on improving personal hygiene and hand hygiene. The researcher assessed the effectiveness of structured Near peer learning regarding prevention of water borne diseases, in increasing the knowledge and improving the habits related to Personal hygiene and Hand washing, among primary school children. An evaluative research approach with one group pre test post test design was adopted. In the study, 4 students of 13-14 years age group were selected and researcher taught them regarding prevention of waterborne diseases. 40 primary school children of age group 9-12 years, constituting both boys and girls were also selected through convenient sampling technique. Then one elder child taught 10 younger children regarding same. Pretest and post test done. The questionnaire used were, demographic proforma, knowledge questionnaire, and checklist. Mean pretest was 9.925 and mean post test knowledge was 15.6
 Mean pretest for practice was 33.5 and mean post test for practice was 42.07. Hand washing mean pretest practice score was 7.075 and post test was 10.095. There was significant association between pre test scores regarding knowledge and practice and education of child, occupation of father and age of child. P_value<0.005.

Effectiveness of Lecture Cum Demonstration on First Aid Management of Common Ailments in Terms of Knowledge among Accredited Social Health Activist (Asha) Workers

Death can occur at any time in which first aid is the initial step of giving care to a person in the emergency. Everyone has the capability to save lives during the emergency situation to reduce the further complications. The present study aimed to assess the effectiveness of lecture cum demonstration on first aid management of common ailments in terms of knowledge and practice among accredited social health activist (ASHA) workers. Study was Quasi experimental one group pre-test post-test design. Total 52 ASHA workers were selected by using Total enumeration sampling technique. Data was collected by using structured knowledge questionnaire and observational checklist through paper pencil technique. The mean post-test knowledge score (25.21±2.77) was higher than the mean pre-test knowledge score (11.25±4.24) and mean post-test practice score(64.54± 3.10) was higher than the mean pre-test practice score (9.71± 3.42). There was no significant association of post-test knowledge score with selected variables except marital status and there was no significant association of mean post-test practice score with selected variables. The study concludes that lecture cum demonstration was effective in improving the knowledge and practice of ASHA workers on first aid management of common ailments.

Effectiveness of Nurse led structured teaching programme on knowledge and practice of postnatal mothers on low birth weight care

BackgroundLow birth weight (LBW) in infants is a critical issue worldwide. If the issue is not recognized early, it can lead to high mortality and morbidity rates. Mothers and caregivers of LBW newborns holds a great responsibility and need appropriate information and expertise in caring for the LBW newborns. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of a Nurse led structured teaching program (NLSTP) on the knowledge and practice of mothers of LBW infants. MethodsA quantitative pre-experimental one group pre-test post-test research study was conducted. A sample of 30 postnatal mothers of LBW babies meeting the inclusion criteria were selected. The knowledge and practices of postnatal mothers on the care of LBW babies was tested using a structured interview schedule and a checklist before the administration of NLSTP. Thereafter, the NLSTP was conducted using an educational booklet. After the NLSTP, the knowledge and practice were assessed on the 7th day. ResultsThe findings of the study reflected poor knowledge and practice scores before the intervention in the pre-test. However, the mothers gained a good level of knowledge showing marked improvement in their practices after the NLSTP was implemented. The mean post-test knowledge score (17.6) was significantly higher than the mean pre-test knowledge score (10.8) with a SD of +1.33. Likewise, the mean post-test practice score (15.6) was significantly higher than the mean pre-test practice score (8.23) with a SD of +7.5. The paired ‘t’ test computed between pre-test and post-test knowledge scores (t = 67.6) and practice scores (t = 5.28) were highly significant at p ≤ 0.05 level. A significant association was found between the pre-test knowledge scores and monthly family income (p < 0.05 level). ConclusionThis study highlights that post-natal mothers have a lack of expertise in caring for their LBW babies. The NLSTP targeted at improving the knowledge and practices of post-natal mothers regarding the care of their LBW babies can help reduce the morbidity and mortality rates of LBW babies.

Prevalence of Dental Caries and the Effectiveness of Demonstration on Dental Hygiene among Primary School Students in Selected Schools of Rural Community, Assam

Introduction: Oral health promotion through schools is recommended by WHO for improving knowledge, attitude and behaviour related to oral health and for prevention of dental diseases among school children. In India, 70 -72% of population live in the rural areas of which more than 40% are children. These children tend to be more vulnerable to oral health problems. Aim and objective : To assess prevalence of dental caries and the effectiveness of demonstration on dental hygiene among primary school students. Material and method: The study was a cross‑sectional study conducted at selected schools of Rani rural community of Kamrup District, Assam. 118 primary school students of class IV and V were selected using consecutive sampling technique. The subjects were assessed for the presence of dental caries using dmft scoring and observed for their practice of brushing with Fones method of brushing. Later demonstration for the Fones method was given to the participants and post test was done to evaluate the effectiveness of demonstration. The collected data was analyzed using SPSS version 20 software. Results: The study showed that more than half i.e., 92 (78%) of the students have dental caries. It was found that in pre-test, 79 (61%) of the participants have good practice of dental hygiene which was increase to 93 (78.8%) in post test. Again, in pre-test 46 (39%) of the participants have poor practice of dental hygiene, which was reduced to 25 (21.2%) in post test. The mean post test practice score (7.03) is higher than the mean pre test practice score (4.70) of dental hygiene. The median post test practice score (7) is also higher than the median post test practice score (5) of dental hygiene and the post test SD (0.67) seems to be less disperse than the pre test SD (0.73) of dental hygiene. It also shows that the “t” value (-28.482) and p -value 0.00 is highly significant at 0.05 level of significance. So it is evident that the demonstration on Fones method of brushing is effective in increasing the dental hygiene practice among the students. Conclusion: Regulating good practice of dental hygiene is important during the early school period. As health personnel, community nurse can take active role in imparting information on dental hygiene practice among students by conducting school health programme and demonstrating on brushing technique. And also recommending inclusion of dental hygiene in the curriculum of the school.

Evidence based guidelines for prevention of Ventilator-associated Pneumonia among Intensive Care Unit Staff Nurses

Ventilator associated pneumonia is a common hospital acquired pneumonia in ventilated patients. VAP occurs in 28% of patients who receive mechanical ventilation, where its rate of occurrence varies with the duration of mechanical ventilation. The aim of the study was to assess impact of educational intervention on knowledge and practice of intensive care staff nurses regarding evidence based guidelines for prevention of ventilatorassociated pneumonia (VAP) among patients admitted in intensive care units of New Civil Hospital, Surat. Evaluative (quantitative) research approach and pre experimental with one group pretest post test research design was adopted for this study. A sample of 30 staff nurses working in intensive care unit of New Civil Hospital, Surat were selected by non-probability purposive sampling technique. Knowledge level was assessed by selfstructured knowledge questionnaire and practice level by observational checklist. The data was analyzed by using descriptive and inferential statistics. The results revealed that maximum subjects 46.66% were between age group 20–30 years, majority 90% were female, about 80% had done GNM, 53% were having between 5–10 years of working experience. The mean posttest knowledge score was 20.67 higher than the mean pretest knowledge score 15 and mean posttest practice score was 11.8 higher than the mean pretest practice score 6.4. The karl pearson's correlation value computed between knowledge and practice scores of staff nurses r was 0.9, this indicates the existence of moderately positive correlation between knowledge and practice score. The calculated chi-square value for knowledge and practice scores with selected socio demographic variables revealed that there was no statistical association. Furthermore the study revealed that educational intervention program on evidence based guidelines for prevention of ventilator associated pneumonia was effective in improving knowledge and positive practice regarding VAP.

Study on Effectiveness of Planned Teaching Programme on Knowledge and Practice Regarding Prevention of Urinary Tract Infection among Adolescent Girls at Selected Schools in Udaipur (Rajasthan)

Background: Urinary tract infection is one of the most common types of infection, accounting 25% of all infection. UTIs are much more common in women than in men. Urinary tract infection during adolescence is related to many factors like low water intake, infrequent voiding and poor menstrual and sexual hygiene. Aim: The aim of the study was to determine the effectiveness of planned teaching programmed on knowledge and practices regarding prevention of UTI Material and Method: A true-experimental design is undertaken to evaluate the effectiveness planned teaching programme on knowledge and practice regarding prevention of UTI. The study consisted of 100 adolescent girls, 50 in each experimental and control group who were selected with two stage cluster sampling technique. The structured knowledge questionnaire and structured practices questionnaire were used to collect data. Both descriptive and inferential statistics were used for data analysis. Findings: The findings reveal that majority of adolescent girls (49%) belonged to the age group of 15-16 years and were Hindu (50%). The mean pre-test knowledge score was in experimental group 12.04±3.29 and control group11.38±3.28 respectively while the mean pre-test practice score was in experimental group 12.94±2.85 and control group11.82±2.48 respectively. The level of knowledge and practice regarding prevention of UTI of subjects who were exposed to PTP was significantly better than that of the control group at 0.05 level of significance. However, there is positive correlation between pretest knowledge and practice scores of adolescent girls in both groups. Pretest level of knowledge of adolescent girls and place of residence whereas, practice and educational status of parents was significantly associated. Conclusion: The results of the study concluded that the knowledge and practice of adolescent girls could be improved by providing PTP.

Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Program on Knowledge and Practice of Adult Basic Life Support Among Staff Nurses

According to sudden cardiac arrest associations, It has been estimated that SCD claims more than 7,000,000 lives per year worldwide [1]. It is proved that Effective basic life support giving soon after cardiac arrest doubles the chance of survival [2]. Basic life support by nurses who are usually first on the scene provides the best opportunity to minimize the time to initiate cardio pulmonary resuscitation. Hence the main objective of the study was to find out the knowledge and practice of adult basic life support among staff nurses and to evaluate the effectiveness of structured teaching program on knowledge and practice regarding adult basic life support. 30 staff nurses from Upasana hospital, kollam were selected as the samples by using non probability convenient sampling technique. Pre experimental one group pretest posttest study design was employed to collect the data from staff nurses before and after the implementation of structured teaching program. The study was statistically significant at.001 level. The total mean post- test knowledge score (26.80) was significantly higher than the mean pretest score (12.36). The total mean posttest practice score (26.80) of adult basic life support was significantly higher than the mean pretest practice score regarding adult basic life support. Therefore, the study proved that the structured teaching program was an effective technique in imparting knowledge and practice regarding adult basic life support among staff nurses.

A Study to Evaluate the Effectiveness of Planned Teaching Program on Standard Precautions in Terms of Knowledge and Practices of Nursing Personnel related to Standard Precautions in Selected Government Hospital of Delhi

Standard precautions are meant to reduce the risk of transmission of blood-borne and other pathogens from both recognized and unrecognized sources. They are the basic level of infection control precautions which are to be used, as a minimum, in the care of all patients. Nursing personnel may acquire an infection during the provision of nursing care because of occupational exposure to microorganisms. The main objectives of the study were to assess the knowledge of nursing personnel regarding standard precautions, to assess the practices of nursing personnel regarding standard precautions, develop a planned teaching program on standard precautions and determine the relationship between knowledge and practices of nursing personnel after the administration of the planned teaching program. Research approach selected for the study was quantitative approach with one group pretest-posttest design. Purposive sampling technique was used and the sample comprised of 50 nursing personnel working in a selected government hospital in Delhi. Tools used for data collection were a structured questionnaire to collect personal data and for assessing the knowledge of nursing personnel and a structured observation checklist to assess the practices of nursing personnel. The findings of the study revealed that the mean posttest knowledge score of nursing personnel was significantly higher than the mean pretest knowledge score and the mean posttest practice score of the subjects was significantly higher than the mean pretest practice score. The planned teaching program was effective in enhancing the knowledge and practice scores of nursing personnel regarding standard precautions.

A Study to Evaluate the Effectiveness of Pain Management Guidelines in Terms of Knowledge, Attitude and Practices of Nursing Personnel Working in Pediatric Units of a Selected Hospital of Delhi

Introduction: Pain management in pediatric population is a very important and crucial aspect of nursing care. Though there is improved understanding of the physiological and psychological effects of unrelieved pain in children, still so many research evidences show that pediatric nurses are having inadequate knowledge, unfavorable attitude and poor practices regarding assessment and management of pain in children. A study was conducted with the objectives to develop and evaluate the effectiveness of pain management guidelines in terms of knowledge, attitude and practices of nursing personnel working in pediatric units, determine the relationship between knowledge and attitude and knowledge and practice and seek association of knowledge and practices with selected variables Methodology: A pre-experimental approach and one group pretest-posttest design was selected. The tools were a structured knowledge questionnaire, attitude scale and an observation checklist. Pain management guidelines were developed based on expert opinion and review of literature. Sixty nursing personnel who met the sampling criteria were selected by purposive sampling. On day 1, pretest of knowledge and attitude ware administered and the pain management practices were observed. On the same day, pain management guidelines were given to them with small group discussion. Demonstration of pain assessment and management during painful procedure was given in small groups. On seventh day, posttest of knowledge and attitude was administered. Posttest practices were observed. Results: Findings of the study revealed that the mean posttest knowledge score was significantly higher than the mean pretest knowledge score with a mean difference of 5.18 (P<0.05). The mean posttest attitude score was significantly higher than the mean pretest attitude score with a mean difference of 12.43 (P<0.05). The mean posttest practice score was significantly higher than the mean pretest practice score with a mean difference of 3.1 (P<0.05). There was a significant positive relationship between knowledge and attitude (P<0.05). There was also a significant positive relationship between knowledge and practices (P<0.05). The knowledge and practices of nursing personnel regarding pain management were not associated with years of experience, professional qualification and In-service education on pain management. Conclusion: Knowledge deficit, unfavorable attitude and poor practices existed regarding pain management in children. Pain management guidelines were found to be effective in enhancing the knowledge, changing the attitude and improving the practices of nursing personnel.

A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of a Planned Teaching Programme on Care of the Patient on Ventilator in terms of Knowledge and Practice among Staff Nurses Working in ICUs of the Selected Government Medical College attached Hospitals of Gujarat State

This study was aimed to assess the knowledge and practice of staff nurses before and after administration of a planned teaching program on care of the patient on ventilator in intensive care units (ICUs) of the selected government medical college attached hospital of Gujarat state. A quasi-experimental study approach was used with one group pre-test–post-test design conducted in ICUs of the selected government medical college attached hospitals of Gujarat state. The investigator used purposive method for selection of the ICUs and the staff nurses. In view of the nature of the problem and accomplishment of the objectives of the study, a planned teaching program on care of the patient on ventilator was prepared for staff nurses, structured knowledge questionnaire and observational checklist were developed to assess the knowledge and practice of the staff nurses. Data was collected in the month of November and December 2011. Majority of the samples were from 31 to 40 years of age, female, having GNM qualification, 6–10 years of clinical experience and ICU experience. The mean pre-test knowledge score was 12.32 and the mean post-test knowledge score was 24.25 with mean difference of 11.93, also the calculated ‘t’ value (23) was greater than the tabulated ‘t’ value (1.68) at 0.05 level significance. The mean pre-test practice score was 23.22 and mean post-test practice score was 35.35 with mean difference of 12.1. and the calculated ‘t’ (36.26) was greater than tabulated ‘t’ (1.68), null hypothesis was rejected and research hypothesis was accepted, it was statistically proved and revealed that a planned teaching program on care of the patient on ventilator was effective in terms of knowledge and practice among the staff nurses.

Effectiveness of Planned Teaching Programme PTP on Knowledge and Practice about Self-care of Diabetes Mellitus Type-II Patients

An evaluative study was conducted to assess the effect of Planned Teaching Programme (PTP) in terms of knowledge and practice about self-care of Type-II diabetes mellitus patients in Pt BD Sharma, PGIMS, Rohtak. A total 100 patients were selected using simple random sampling technique. A quasi experimental one group pre-test and post-test research design was used to assess the knowledge and practice of self-care activities in diabetic patients. A structured knowledge questionnaire was used to collect the data. The results revealed that the mean pre-test knowledge score was 15.36 which increased to 22.77 in post-test. The Mean post-test practice score 14.51 was also higher than the mean pre-test practice score of 10.72. The mean difference between the post-test and pre-test knowledge and practice scores of diabetic patients was found to be highly significant. The study concludes that a planned teaching programme was significantly effective in increasing the knowledge and improving the practice of diabetic patients regarding self-care of the disease.

Effectiveness of Teaching Intervention on Knowledge and Practices Regarding Endotracheal Tube Suctioning among Staff Nurses

The aim of the study is to assess the effectiveness of teaching intervention on knowledge and practice regarding endotracheal tube suctioning among staff nurses working at GGS Medical Hospital, Faridkot. A pre experimental one group pretest post test research design was chosen for the study. Convenient sampling technique was used to select 35 staff nurses to assess the effectiveness of teaching intervention. The tool used was a structured questionnaire for assessing the knowledge and observational checklist was used to assess the practice regarding endotracheal tube suctioning. The findings of this study revealed that the teaching intervention was effective in increasing the knowledge and practice regarding endotracheal tube suctioning. The mean pretest knowledge score of nurses who was 19.23±4.180 and after teaching intervention the mean post test knowledge score was 27.26±4.046. The mean pretest practice score of staff nurses was 6.91±1.772 and after teaching intervention the mean post test practice score was 10.54±1.686. The study concluded that the teaching intervention brought about a significant change in the level of knowledge and practice of staff nurses regarding endotracheal tube suctioning.

Knowledge and practice of primary school teachers about first aid management of selected minor injuries among children

International Journal of Medicine and Public Health,2014,4,4,458-462.DOI:10.4103/2230-8598.144114Published:October/2014Type:Original ArticleKnowledge and practice of primary school teachers about first aid management of selected minor injuries among childrenShobha Masih, Rajesh Kumar Sharma, and Atul Kumar Shobha Masih, Rajesh Kumar Sharma1, Atul Kumar Departments of Community Health Nursing and 1Medical Surgical Nursing, Himalayan College of Nursing, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India Abstract:Introduction: Children spend most of the time in school where they are exposed to various types of minor injuries, which influence their present and future state of health. First aid is the treatment of any injury or illness before availability of professional medical aid. Teacher is the key person who can attend the children for minor injuries in school through complete knowledge regarding first aid management. This study was done among primary school teachers to evaluate the effectiveness of teaching program on knowledge and practice regarding first aid management of selected minor injuries in children. Materials and Methods: A Quasi-experimental study with one group pre- and post-test research design was conducted among the primary school teachers of Dehradun district of Uttarakhand. Fifty primary school teachers were selected by nonprobability convenient sampling. Data were collected by knowledge questionnaire (maximum possible score 42) and self-reporting checklist (maximum possible score 23). Result: Majority (94%) of the teachers were female. Paired sample t-test revealed that the mean posttest knowledge score regarding first aid management of selected minor injuries was significantly higher (34.76 ± 4.35) than that of mean pretest knowledge score (27.32 ± 5.73) (P < 0.005); mean posttest practice score was significantly higher (18.52 ± 2.63) then mean pretest practice score (14.52 ± 2.39) (P < 0.005). There was a significant positive correlation between knowledge score and practice score of participants (r = 0.9; P < 0.001). Conclusion: This concludes that the training program was effective in significant improvement of knowledge and practice score regarding first aid management of selected minor injuries among study participants. Findings stress the need for such training programs, which in turn may enhance the overall health standard of the children. Keywords:Educational package of first aid, First aid management, Knowledge and practices of teachers, Primary school teachers, Selected minor injuriesView:PDF (531.92 KB)

Effectiveness of planned teaching program regarding nurse-patient interaction on practices of nursing personnel

In any culture, illness brings with it a degree of fear and anxiety to the sick individual. As natural consequence of the concerns that accompany illness itself, the person desires information about his illness and treatment plan. Without this information it is most difficult for him to take an active part in working toward his own health, and cooperating with those who are trying to help him. A study was conducted with objectives to assess and evaluate the practices of nursing personnel regarding nurse patient interaction of nursing personnel before and after administration of a Planned teaching program and to determine the association between practices of nurse patient interaction with selected personal variables. Total 60 subjects were selected randomly, 30 were in experimental and 30 were in control group and data was collected by using event sampling observation technique. The findings reveal that the post-test practice score of experimental group 32.26 was significantly higher than the mean pre-test practice score 26.97 as evident from the’t’ value at 0.05 level of significance. This indicated the effectiveness of PTP in enhancing the practice scores of nursing personnel regarding nurse-patient interaction and the chi-square value of post-test practice score with selected personal variables were not significant indicating that the selected personal variables had no association on practices followed by nursing personnel with post-test practice score.

Effectiveness of URTI Preventive Education Programme on Recovery of children and Practice of caregivers

A quasi-experimental study was conducted to assess the predisposing factors of URTI, effectiveness of teaching programme on the recovery of children and on the practice of their caregivers. This study was conducted in a child nursing home at district Haridwar, Uttarakhand. Total 51 children and their caregivers who met the selection criteria were selected by convenient sampling technique. Pretest was taken by using structured questionnaire, practice checklist and rating scale followed by URTI preventive education programme. After five days post test was taken. The mean post test practice score (9.8±1.27) was higher than the mean pretest practice score (5.8±1.43) and 't' value was 15.3. The mean post test assessment score (22.01±1.03) was higher than the mean pretest assessment score (16.03± 1.43) and 't' value was 24.9. The difference between pretest practice score and posttest practice score was 4 and between pretest assessment score and posttest assessment score was 5.98. It means practice and assessment score improved after implementation of education programme. The finding of the study reveals that the education had a vital role in improving the practice of caregivers and recovery of the children.