Post-test Knowledge Level Research Articles

A study to Assess the Effectiveness of Planned Teaching Programme on Personal Hygiene of daily Routine of Students in selected school Ankola. and with a view to develop Awareness by Lecture Among the class of 5th, 6th 7th Standard Students of PPS School of Ankola

Background: Personal hygiene plays a major role to promote healthy life. This study was performed to assess the current level of knowledge and practicing behavior in regard to hand washing, bathing, tooth brushing, and taking care of nail and hair. Statement of the Problem: A study to assess the effectiveness of planned teaching programme on personal hygiene of daily routine of students in selected school Ankola. Objectives: To assess the pretest level of knowledge of students regarding personal hygiene; To assess the posttest level of knowledge of students regarding personal hygiene; To find the association between preexisting knowledge on personal hygiene with selected sociodemographic variable. Research Methodology: Research approach: Quantitative evaluative approach; Research design: One Group Pre Test Post Test Design; Research Setting: PPS Ankola; Population: Students studying in 5th 6th 7th student selected rural primary School at Ankola; Sample size: 30 students; Sampling technique: Non probability purposive sampling technique; Tool: Structured knowledge questionnaire. Results: The result showed that the PPS school students who participated in the study were almost evenly distributed by gender (53.33% males and 46.66%females). Most of the students belonged to the 12-13 years age group. The knowledge of the students regarding general body cleanliness was 80% in post-test as compared to 3.6% in pre-test. Conclusion: Overall trend of knowledge about personal hygiene was in poor condition among students at the time of pre-test. Post-test results were highly satisfactory.

Impact of Awareness Programme on Knowledge and Attitude Regarding Covid-19 Digital Apps among Health Workers

Digital applications, which can be easily accessible through android mobiles or tablets, were highly helpful for the front-line Covid workers. Numerous Digital applications were developed during the Covid pandemic, which helped in contact tracing, consultations, vaccine registration, and other related information specifically for Covid-19. Health workers in the Urban Primary Health Centres were the gross root health care workers who were frequently utilised in the Covid relief work. The objectives of the study were to assess the Pre & Post-test level of Knowledge and attitude on digital applications (Covid-19) among health workers, to assess the impact of the awareness programme on Covid 19 digital applications, to find the correlation between the level of Knowledge and attitude on digital application (Covid-19) A quantitative research approach of pre-experimental one group pre & post-test design was adopted. 30 Health workers from Urban Primary Health Centres, Chennai, were selected through a non-probability convenient sampling technique. The Knowledge was assessed through a structured questionnaire & attitude was assessed through a 5-point Likert scale developed by the investigators. The study presented 7.4 & 0.9 as the mean difference for Knowledge & attitude, respectively and found significance at p ≤ 0. 05. There was a positive correlation between Knowledge and attitude with ‘r’ value of 0.06 and found significant relation at p ≤ 0.01. The awareness programme developed was found effective among the health workers, and they could utilise the digital applications without doubt and hesitancy after the awareness programme developed by investigators. Keywords: Attitude, Awareness program, Covid 19, Digital apps, Health workers, Knowledge, Primary health centres.

A PRE-EXPERIMENTAL STUDY TO ASSESS THE LEVEL OF KNOWLEDGE ON CONVALESCENT PLASMA THERAPY IN PATIENTS WITH COVID 19 AMONG UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS IN SRM COLLEGE OF NURSING, KATTANKULATHUR, CHENGALPET DISTRICT

BACKGROUND: The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID19) outbreak has turned into a historic worldwide public health disaster with major humanitarian implications. As of April 19, 2020, the World Health Organization has received notification of 2 241 359 confirmed COVID19 cases, with 152 551 fatalities (6.8%) reported globally.Individuals with specific clinical diseases can be given convalescent plasma with these neutralising antibodies to decrease symptoms and death. The purpose of this study was to see how effective understanding of plasma therapy treatment in COVID 19 patients was among undergraduate students at SRM college of nursing in Kattankulathur. It's a pre-experimental, one-group, pre-test-post-test study. A total of 153 people were included in the study. Students in undergraduate were chosen using a non-probability purposive sampling approach. RESULTS: When comparing the pre- and post-test knowledge levels, the p value is 0.004, which is less than 0.01; hence, the p value is very significant. The mean of the post-test score is higher than the mean of the pre-test score. As a result, we may conclude that the post-test level of knowledge is much higher than the pre-test level of knowledge.

A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Planned Video Assisted Teaching Programme on Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation among B.Sc Nursing Students at Cherraan’s College of Nursing, Coimbatore District

Introduction: Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) is an emergency lifesaving procedure that is done when someone’s breathing or heart beat has stopped. Aim: To assess the knowledge of nursing students on cardio pulmonary resuscitation. Methods and Tools: A quantitative research approach was used in this study. The design was quasi experimental research design. Structured questionnaire was used to assess the effectiveness of planned video assisted teaching program on cardio pulmonary resuscitation among basic B.Sc. nursing students. Results: The standard deviation of pretest was 2.599 and posttest was 2.284. The paired “t” test was used to compare the pretest and posttest level of knowledge among basic B.Sc. nursing students. The calculated “t” value was 17.84 which were greater than the tabulated “t” value (p<0.05 level of significance). This showed that there was a significant difference between pretest and posttest level of knowledge. Hence, the stated hypothesis (H1) was accepted. Discussion: Knowledge regarding cardio pulmonary resuscitation after a planned video assisted teaching program shows a significant (p<0.05) result when compared to the pretest knowledge and hence hypothesis was proved. This shows the effectiveness of planned video assisted teaching program is improving the knowledge for nursing students. The study was concluded that the planned video assisted teaching program on knowledge regarding cardio pulmonary resuscitation is highly effective. Since it is easy to understand and effective program, which improves the knowledge of nursing students.

A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Planned Teaching Programme on Knowledge regarding Hormonal Replacement Therapy among women in the Age Group of 40-45 years in selected Urban Areas of Mehsana District

Objective: 1. To assess the knowledge regarding hormonal replacement therapy among women in the age group of 40-45 years. 2. To evaluate the effectiveness of planned teaching programme on knowledge regarding hormonal replacement therapy among women in the age group of 40-45 years.3. To associate the post test level of knowledge of the women women in the age group of 40-45 years with their selected demographic variables. Method: A pre-experimental study pre-test post-test one group design with under taken in Mehsana city. Data collection was there 60 women in the age group of 40-45 years. Result: In this study overall highest percentage in the demographic data including the age group highest percentages (65%), Education 46.66%of (graduation), Occupation 53.33% (house wife), 45% of family income (15000-20000), Religion 85% (Hindu), Source of knowledge 11.66 %(Television). Pre test knowledge score is poor 0(0.00%), average 20(33.33%) and good 40(66.67%). And post test knowledge score was poor 0(0.00%), average 0(0.00%) and good 100 (100.00%). Overall pre test mean score which is (12.93%) which shoes mother had poor knowledge whereas in post-test mean score (18.78%) which is indicates the mothers had effectiveness of planned teaching. there is a no significant association found between post test and demographic variable like. Age (chi square = 0.219), Education (chi square = 0.052), Occupation (chi square = 2.239), Family income (chi square = 0.016), Duration of marriage (chi square = 5.476), Religion (chi square =2.738), Source of Knowledge (chi square = 0.90). To found that planned teaching programme was effective in increasing the knowledge of women in the age group of 40-45 years regarding hormonal replacement therapy.

A Study To Assess The Efficacy Of Health Empowerment Programme Among Care Givers On Management Of Patient With Cerebrovascular Accident Admitted In Medical Wards At Tertiary Care Hospital Chennai.

Cerebrovascular Accident is the second commonest cause of death worldwide. Cerebrovascular Accident is sudden death of brain cells due to lack of oxygen when the blood flow to the brain is impaired by blockage or rupture of an artery. It is the chronic disease and also a major cause of long-term disability and has potentially enormous emotional and socio economic consequences for patients, and their families. So the study was conducted to assess the effectiveness of Health empowerment programme on level of knowledge and practice regarding care of patient with CVA. The main objectives are to assess the pretest level of knowledge and practice regarding care of patient with cerebrovascular Accident, and to determine the effectiveness of Health empowerment programme on the level of knowledge and practice among care givers of patient with cerebrovascular Accident. A quantitative research approach and pre experimental, one group pre test, post test design was chosen to assess the level of knowledge and practice regarding Health empowerment programme conducted at, Government General Hospital, Chennai, caregivers of patients with cerebrovascular Accident who satisfied the inclusive criteria were selected as samples using purposive sampling technique. A health empowerment programme comprising a power point teaching, demonstration and reinforcement regarding health empowerment programme formed the intervention of the study. The pre and post-test level of knowledge and practice was assessed using structured questionnaire and observational check list respectively. The findings of the study revealed that the pre test mean score of knowledge was 6.73 with S.D of 2.11 and the post-test mean score of knowledge was 13.45 with S.D of 1.57 The calculated ‘t’ value of 25.68 was found to be statistically highly significant.

“Effectiveness of self-instructional module on level of knowledge on reduction of social anxiety among first year nursing students in Covid-19 Pandemic”

Background of the study: All over the globe anxiety was present among young adolescence. They are fear of infection and away from real education and fewer confidants to manage Covid pandemic situation.Objectives: Study investigated to assess the pre and posttest level of knowledge on social anxiety among First year nursing students in Covid -19 pandemic.Material and Methods: Experimental study done to assess the effectiveness of level of knowledge on reduction of social anxiety among first year nursing students in Covid-19 Pandemic among 100 Basic BSc 1st year nursing students. Self-prepared questionnaire selected as a tool for pre and post intervention which was validated by the expert .Ethical permission taken before conduction of study .samples chosen as per inclusion criteria of the study. Samples were explained well the purpose of the study .Pre taken with help of questionnaire and after seven days post taken and data analyzed as per objectives of the study.(Level of knowledge score was good8-29 ,average 4-7and poor 0-3 )Results: In this study pretest knowledge score was 16%, 72% and 12% as poor, average and good knowledge .post-test knowledge score was 0 %, 16% and 84% as poor, average and good knowledge. Pretest test SD1.565 and posttest SD 1.1.69 which was extremely significant.(p<0.ooo1)Conclusion: Finding of the study shows that self-instructional module was effective to increase the level of knowledge among the 1st year Basic B.Sc. student in covid-19 Pandemic.

A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Planned Video Assisted Teaching Programme on Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation among B.sc Nursing Students at Cherraan’s College of Nursing Coimbatore District

Introduction: Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) is an emergency lifesaving procedure that is done when someone’s breathing or heart beat has stopped. Aim To assess the knowledge of nursing students on cardio pulmonary resuscitation. Methods and Tools: A quantitative research approach was used in this study. The design was quasi experimental research design. Structured questionnaire was used to assess the effectiveness of planned video assisted teaching program on cardio pulmonary resuscitation among basic B.Sc. nursing students. Results: The standard deviation of pretest was 2.599 and posttest was 2.284. The paired “t” test was used to compare the pretest and posttest level of knowledge among basic B.Sc. nursing students. The calculated “t” value was 17.84 which were greater than the tabulated “t” value (p<0.05 level of significance). This showed that there was a significant difference between pretest and posttest level of knowledge. Hence, the stated hypothesis (H1) was accepted.

Quasi-experimental study to assess the effectiveness of planned teaching programme on knowledge regarding the electroconvulsive therapy among family members of patients with mental illness

Effectiveness of planned teaching programme on knowledge regarding the Electroconvulsive therapy among family members of patients with mental illness Objectives were to assess the pre-test knowledge level about electroconvulsive therapy among family members of patients with mental illness in both control and experimental group; To assess the post-test knowledge level about electroconvulsive therapy among family members of patients with mental illness in both control and experimental group; To determine the effectiveness of planned teaching programme on electroconvulsive therapy among family members of patients with mental illness. And to associate pre-test knowledge level on electroconvulsive therapy among family members of patient with mental illness with selected demographic variables. Methodology: The study was quantitative in approach and the design was Quasi-Experimental with pre test post test control group. The sample size was 60 each in experimental & control. Family members of mentally ill patients are population for this study. A Non-probability purposive sampling technique was used to select the samples. Data was collected by using the tools which consisted of demographic data sheet and Knowledge score on electroconvulsive therapy which consisted of 30 questionnaires.

Knowledge of Doctors and Nurses on the Selection of Cosmetic Facial Wash

Cosmetics are used by women and men to maintain good skin condition and protect the skin from factors that can damage it. Facial wash has a smooth texture, removes dirt and dust, and reduces oil. This study aimed to determine the level of knowledge of non-pharmaceutical health workers (general practitioners and nurses) on the selection of facial wash cosmetics and to determine the relationship between the level of knowledge and their selection of products. This was a descriptive analytical study with a cross-sectional design. A pretest posttest questionnaire that has been validated was employed. 50 respondents were recruited through purposive sampling. In terms of brand selection, 24% used a beauty doctor’s prescription. 72% based their decision according to the needs of the facial skin. 52% bought the product in supermarkets. A total of 82% saw the information on the packaging. In 42% of cases, the function of the facial wash was to brighten the facial skin. The dosage of liquid soap was 90%. The use of domestic facial wash products was 100%. The pretest knowledge level in the ‘poor’ category was 52% and the posttest knowledge level in the ‘good’ category was 88%. There was a significant difference found between before and after being given treatment (p < 0.01).
 Keywords: knowledge, facial wash, selection, doctors, nurse

PEMBENTUKAN KELAS PRENATAL YOGA DI DESA SELOKERTO SEMPOR KEBUMEN

Prenatal yoga can provide benefits, including increasing the chances of a pregnant woman giving birth normally, reducing the incidence of prolonged labor, reducing stress and injuries during childbirth. The purpose of this activity is to provide a platform for pregnant women in Selokerto Village, Sempor District, Kebumen Regency so that they can improve their health and prepare for normal births through prenatal yoga classes for pregnant women. The method used in this service is lectures and prenatal yoga exercises with gymball. Data was collected by using a cadre knowledge questionnaire about prenatal yoga. The number of respondents in this activity amounted to 20 health cadres. Evaluation of activities was carried out using pre-test and post-test. The level of pre-test knowledge of health cadres about prenatal yoga is mostly in the sufficient category, which is 50%, while the post-test knowledge level of health cadres is mostly in the good category, which is 80%. Conclusion: Increased knowledge of health cadres from before and after prenatal yoga counseling and prenatal yoga classes have been formed.

Effect of Structured Teaching Programme on Level of Knowledge on Iron Deficiency Anemia and Prevention of Anemia among Adolescent Girls in selected Higher Secondary School, Thrissur

Introduction: Iron deficiency anemia develops when body stores of iron drop too low to support normal red blood cell (RBC) production. Anemia is currently one of the most common and intractable nutrional problems globally. The requirement of iron in doubles during adolscence as compared to younger age group. Following growth spurt, the risk of iron deficiency anemia continues to be a public concern. Objectives: To assess the effect of structured teaching programme on level of knowledge on iron deficiency anemia among adolescent girls and to associate the level of knowledge of iron deficiency anemia and prevention of anemia among adolescent girls with selected socio demographic and clinical data variables. Methodology: Pre- experimental, one group pre-test post-test design was used. 40 samples were selected by purposive sampling. Pre-test was conducted on 1st day followed by structured teaching programme on iron-deficiency anemia and prevention of anemia and post test was conducted on 4th day. Results: The socio demographic and clinical data variables reveals that the adolescent girls 30(75%) belonged to the age group of 16 years. All adolescent girls had education level of 11th standard 40(100%), more than half of the adolescent girls 21(52.5%) belonged to Hindu religion, majority of the adolescent girls 34 (85%) belonged to nuclear family. Majority of the adolescent girls 24 (60%) lives in rural area, more than half of adolescent girls 21(52.5%) attained menarche at the age of 13 years or less and all the adolescent girls 40(100%) have a mixed type of dietary pattern. In the pre-test, none of the samples 40(100%) had adequate knowledge and 38(95%) samples had inadequate knowledge on iron deficiency anemia and prevention of anemia. There was a significant difference between the pre-test and post test level of knowledge on iron deficiency anemia and prevention of anemia among adolescent girls. There was no significant association between the level of knowledge on iron deficiency anemia and prevention of anemia with socio-demographic and clinical data variables. Conclusion: The study concluded that structured teaching programme is an effective method to improve the knowledge regarding iron deficiency anemia and prevention of anemia among adolescent girls.

A Study to Evaluate the effectiveness of Self-Instructional Module on Knowledge and Practice regarding infection control strategies among Staff Nurses working in Labour room at selected Hospitals, Chamarajanagar

Introduction: Infection prevention and control is an integral component of nursing care delivery in any setting to reduce risks for morbidity and mortality in patients and care givers at all levels. Basic principles of infection prevention are simple and include personal hygiene and hand washing. Nurses are on the front line to answer questions from patients and families when the media report outbreaks of exotic infectious diseases and the development of new super pathogens associated with health care. The most common infections acquired in the hospital setting and focus on the nurse’s role in prevention. Hence the focus of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of Self-Instructional Module on infection control strategies among staff nurses at selected Hospitals, Chamarajanagar. Objectives: 1. To assess the knowledge and Practice of infection control strategies among Staff Nurses Working in Labour Room, in terms of pre-test knowledge scores. 2. To assess the effectiveness of Self-Instructional Module on knowledge and Practice of Infection control strategies among Staff Nurses by comparing the pre and post-test Knowledge score. 3. To find the association between post-test knowledge scores with their selected demographic Variables of Staff Nurses. Methods: A pre-experimental design and evaluative approach was used in the study. The data was collected from 50 subjects; through purposive sampling technique. Data was collected using structured questionnaire. Major Findings of The Study: The overall analysis of level of Knowledge of staff nurses regarding infection control strategies showed that mean Knowledge scores of the subjects at pre-test were 14.7 (49%) with standard deviation 2.823 found to be moderate Knowledge regarding infection control strategies. After administration of Self-Instructional Module mean Knowledge scores of the subjects was 22.84 (76.13%) with standard deviation 2.787 found to be improvement in the level of Knowledge among staff nurses. Among the participants 60% of the staff nurses had inadequate Knowledge and 40% had moderate Knowledge in the pre-test. After administration of the Self-Instructional Module 62% of the subjects had adequate Knowledge, 38% had moderate Knowledge regarding infection control strategies in the post test. The analysis of practice reveals that 48% of the staff nurses had poor Practice and 52% had moderately good Practice in the pre-test. After administration of the Self-Instructional Module 62% of the subjects had Good Practice and remaining 38% had moderately good practice regarding infection control strategies in the post test. The Overall mean practice scores of the respondents was found to be 7.06 (47.06) with the standard deviation of 2.014 which indicates the poor practice of infection control strategies in pre-test. After administration of self-instructional module the overall practice scores of respondents were found to be 11.08 (73.86%) with standard deviation 1.967 shows improvement in the practice of staff nurses regarding the infection control strategies. Interpretation and Conclusion: Findings of the study show that there was a significant difference in pre-test and post-test level of Knowledge and Practice of staff nurses. From this it is concluded that the Self-Instructional Module is effective in improving the level of Knowledge and Practice of staff nurses. And there was a significant association between level of Knowledge and Practice of staff nurses and selected demographic variables such as Age, gender, religion, professional qualification, area of working, experience, source of information and attendance of in-service education programme.

A Study to Assess the Effectiveness Educational Module on Breast Self-Examination in Terms of Knowledge and Skills Among Girls of Government Pre-University College at Bagalkot

Introduction: Defining ideal breast shape is one of the most fundamental and essential. it has been regarded as a symbol of beauty, sexuality and motherhood. Breast diseases are very common and can be found in most women. Among the diseases of the breast, majority of the lesions are benign (non cancerous). This occurs due to various reasons such as infection, trauma, fibro adenoma, cyst or fibrocystic condition of breast. Even so, a woman who detects a breast lump should have it evaluated as soon as possible. Breast self- examination is most important skill in prevention of breast cancer and by performing it. Regularly women can save themselves from getting this disease and death can prevent too. It is very simple requires no instruments and easily performed by every woman. Early. There is high mortality due to late stage diagnosis of breast diseases as patients usually present at an advanced stage because of lack of awareness and nonexistent breast cancer screening programme. Aims: The aims of study are as follows: (1) To assess the existing knowledge and skills regarding breast self-examination among adolescent girls of Government Pre-University collage at Bagalkot. (2) To determine the effectiveness of educational module regarding breast self- examination among adolescents girls of Government Pre-University collage at Bagalkot.(3) To correlate post-test knowledge and skills level regarding breast self examination among adolescent girls of Government Pre-University collage at Bagalkot. (4) To find out the association between post-test knowledge level and skills regarding breast self-examination among adolescent girls with their selected socio- demographic variables. Materials and Methods: Study approach this was a qualitative study and follow the examination plan as pre-exploratory, for example one gathering pre –test and post –test without control group. The population associated with this investigation was adolescent girls studying at government pre-university college at Bagalkot. Test size is 50 (Total) adolescent girls were redeemed for the investigation. Further information were gathered by organized shut finished information poll. Results: The knowledge level of the students regarding breast self-examination showed that in pre test scores, majority (80%) of the sample had average knowledge, 20% had good knowledge and none of them had very good knowledge on breast self- examination where as in post test score all of them had very good knowledge on breast self-examination. The skill level of students regarding breast self-examination showed that in pre test score, majority (73.33%) of the sample had average level of performance, 23.33% had below average and only 3.33% had good level of performance on breast self-examination where as in post test all of them had good level of performance on breast self-examination. There was a mild positive and significant correlation between level of knowledge and skill scores of students on breast self-examination (r(28) = 0.783; p<0.05). The study also found that the post test knowledge and skill score was not significantly associated with any of the demographic variables under study. Keywords: Breast self-examination, Adolescent girls, Educational module, Knowledge, Skills, Adolescent.

Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Program on Knowledge regarding the Prevention of Work-related Locomotion Problems among the workers of Stone Crushing Plants of Thoubal District, Manipur

Workers take a major role in our day today life to fulfill the major needs. Musculoskeletal problems are most prevalent health problem among the stone quarry workers, and there is wide prevalence of lack of practice of safety measures among the stone quarry workers. A study was undertaken to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching program on knowledge regarding the prevention of work related locomotion problems among the workers of stone crushing plants. This study was conducted in Stone crushing plants of Thoubal district, Manipur. The research design used for this study is Pre experimental research design (one group pre-test post-test design). The data was collected to assess the pretest and posttest level of knowledge about the prevention of work related locomotion problems .Sample size was 60 and non-probability purposive sampling technique was used in this study. .By using descriptive and inferential statistics the data collected has been analyzed and interpreted. The findings were: Major findings of the study revealed that the pretest knowledge score of the study, 40% of workers having inadequate knowledge during pre- test and 60% of respondent had moderate knowledge and adequate 0%. The pretest mean value is 12.31 with standard deviation of 3.2. The posttest mean value was 25.7 with standard deviation of 2.04. The calculated’ value (27.8) is greater than table value. After implementing the structured teaching program, the workers knowledge was increased. Hence the structured teaching program was effective. There is no association between the pretest knowledge score with demographic variables.

Effectiveness of educational package on knowledge and practice regarding prevention of Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) among patients with modifiable risk factors of CAD

Cardiovascular diseases are becoming a leading cause of morbidity and mortality in developing countries, where communicable diseases are being brought under control. Among them coronary artery disease has become the most important cause of premature death and disability in the population. Therefore, present study aims to assess the effectiveness of Planned Teaching Program (PTP) on knowledge and practice regarding prevention of coronary artery disease (CAD) among patients with modifiable risk factors of CAD. Pre experimental research design was selected to conduct the study. 120 patients with modifiable risk factors of CAD were selected for this study by using purposive sampling technique. Result revealed that around 75% patients with modifiable risk factors of CAD had inadequate knowledge score and practice score in pre-test. Whereas in post-test approximately 80% patients with modifiable risk factors of CAD had adequate knowledge score and practice score. The Paired‘t’ test value for knowledge level was 33.67 and for practice level it was 29.41, which was greater than table value at .05 level of significance. This shows that there is significant difference between the pre-test and post-test level of knowledge and practice regarding prevention of coronary artery disease among patients with modifiable risk factors of CAD. There was significant positive correlation r = 0.570 found between post-test knowledge score and post-test practice score. There was no significant association found between the pre-test knowledge score and pre-test practice score regarding prevention of coronary artery disease among patients with modifiable risk factors of CAD with demographic variables. Conclusion: Study concluded with strong need for proper health education in enhancing knowledge and practice regarding prevention of coronary artery disease among patients with modifiable risk factors of CAD.

A STUDY TO ASSESS THE EFFECTIVENESS OF SNAKE AND LADDER GAME ON THE LEVEL OF KNOWLEDGE REGARDING ORAL HYGIENE AMONG SCHOOL CHILDREN IN ALCHEMY PUBLIC SCHOOL, COIMBATORE

Objectives: a) To assess the level of knowledge regarding oral hygiene among school children in experimental group and control group. b) To provide snake and ladder game on oral hygiene among school children in experimental group. c) To assess the effectiveness of snake and ladder game on the level of knowledge regarding oral hygiene among school children in experimental group. d) To compare the pre-test and post test score in experimental and control group. e) To associate the post-test level of knowledge regarding oral hygiene among school children in experimental and control group with their selected demographic variable. Methodology: Research approach: Experimental. Research Design: Descriptive design. Research Settings: study will be conducted at selected alchemy school. Population: children 6 to 8 years of age those who are studying in selected alchemy school. Sample size: 60 students. Sample technique: purposive sampling technique. Result: inferential and descriptive statistics were used to analyse the values. The obtained mean value in post test score was 20.37 in experimental group. And the calculated paired t test value was 16.06 in experimental group. Significant at (p<0.5) There is a significant association between the experimental group in age of the children, class of studying, sources of information, education of father and education of mother in the post-test level of knowledge regarding oral hygiene among children. Conclusion: The study findings the revealed that the effectiveness of snake and ladder game on improving the level of knowledge regarding oral hygiene especially among school children was respective they have learn through the play way method.

EFFECTIVENESS OF STRUCTURED TEACHING PROGRAMME ON KNOWLEDGE REGARDING WATER CONSERVATION METHODS AMONG THE STUDENTS OF SELECTED COLLEGES AT MANGALURU, KARNATAKA, INDIA- QUASI EXPERIMENTAL STUDY.

The importance of water is known to one and all. Despite water being the basic human need. Water is one of the precious natural resources each and every living being need to survive. The aim of this study was to access the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge regarding water conservation methods among the students of selected colleges at Mangaluru, Karanataka, India. A Quasi Experimental one group pre-test and post-test design was adopted to conduct this study. By using simple random sampling 120 college students were selected from the selected college of Mangaluru. Structured knowledge questionaries were used to collect the data after obtaining the written consent. AStructured teaching program was administered after pre- test and then set of post-test questionnaire was given after 7 days. Result showed that, majority i.e.,73.3% of samples had moderate, 25.5% had inadequate knowledge in pre-test, where as in post-test majority of the samples that is 48.3% had moderate knowledge, 42.5% had adequate knowledge regarding water conservation methods. The mean knowledge score in pre-test computed was 7.88±2.48 and in post-test 12.17 ± 3.87, which showed marked increase (4.29) in mean value. The calculated paired 't' test value was 9.84, (t (119) = 1.66 at p ≤ 0.05 signicance level) which showed signicant difference between pre-test and post-test level of knowledge regarding on water conservation methods and structured teaching programme was effective in signicant increasing the knowledge of college students. Result also 2 revealed that there is signicant association with pre-test knowledge score and age in year, type of family (4.52, 5.82.x = 3.84 at p ≤ 0.05 (1) signicance level). The study concluded that, there is requirement of large group mobilization towards water conservation methods. Further study can be conducted through mass communication in assessment of awareness, practice and attitude of different group of people in the communities regarding water conservation and its importance.

Impact of Skills Training Program on First Aid Management Knowledge among the Secondary School Student’s

Background of the Study: First aid involving simple but life-preserving techniques which can be performed with minimum facilities and without having any medical experience. Snowballing in the number of educated individuals, comprising the school pupils who can play a vital role in the First Aid field is an expectation of public health. The objectives of this study were to assess existing knowledge of students regarding first aid skills, to evaluate the effectiveness of organized skill training program on first aid skills. A quantitative research approach and one group pre-test and post-test research design were adopted to accomplish the main objective of the present study. 60 students were selected from the secondary school of Vadodara city by using a simple random sampling technique. Data was collected through a structured knowledge questionnaire on first aid skills. A skill training program on first aid skills was presented after the pretest. Post-test data were collected from the secondary school students after seven days of implementation of the skill training program on first aid skills. The prior consent was obtained from the students as well as their parents. The collected data were tabulated and analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics.
 Results: The results of the study discovered that among 60 respondents, the majority of the respondents (53.3%) had average inadequate & 46.7% had moderate knowledge score and in post-test among 60 respondents, majority of the respondents 75%) had adequate knowledge, 25% had moderate knowledge score. The ‘t’ value 57.808 was observed at 0.05 level & the P-value =0.00 which is <0.05 that shows that there is an increase in the post-test level of knowledge. This shows that the skill training program on selected aspects of first aid skills is effective. Among all socio-demographic variables, the obtained x2 value for the age demographic variable is 3.1 only age was significantly associated with posttest knowledge score, which is greater than the table of x2 at 0.05 level of significance. The remaining demographic variables gender, type of family & source available for information on first aid was less than the table of x2 at 0.05 level of significance, so they are not associated with posttest knowledge score.
 Conclusion: The study finding revealed that an organized skill training program on selected aspects of first aid skills was effective among the students. The result of the present study shows that there is a great need for secondary and above standard school students to update their knowledge regarding first aid skill management of minor injuries & important aspects of first aid.

Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge and Attitude Regarding Prevention of Swine Flu among Mothers of Toddler, at Naraiyur

Aim: To assess the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge and attitude regarding prevention of swine flu among mothers of toddler. Objectives: (i) To assess the knowledge and attitude regarding prevention of swine flu among mothers of toddler. (ii)To evaluate the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge and attitude regarding prevention of swine flu among mothers of toddler. (iii)To find out the association between the post test knowledge and attitude regarding prevention of swine flu among mothers of toddler with the selected socio-demographic variables. Methodology: A Pre experimental research design was carried out in this study. 100 samples were selected by using purposive sampling technique. The pre and post test level of knowledge was assessed by using structured knowledge questionnaires. Results: The level of knowledge pre test mean and SD score were 12.68±1.71respectively and in post test mean and SD were 17.58±1.46 respectively. The calculated t value was 23.1 which were greater than the tabulated value p < 0.005. The level of attitude in pre test mean and SD score were 4.75±1.44 and in post test mean and SD score were 7.95±1.52 respectively the calculated t value was 13.13, Which was greater than the tabulated value p<0.005. There was significant association found in number of children with level of knowledge in pre test and selected demographic variables. There was no significant association with the other demographic variables. The association between level of attitude in pre test and selected demographic data. It was statistically found that there is significance with type of family and source of information and there was no significant association with the other demographic variables. Conclusion: The study concluded that the level of knowledge on swine flu among mothers of toddler is increased after giving a comprehensive educational package and it proved that a comprehensive educational package increases the level of knowledge. Keywords: Comprehensive educational package.