Mean Post-test Knowledge Score Research Articles

A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Video Assisted Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Prevention of Coronary Artery Disease among Students In A Selected Arts College of Durg, Chhattisgarh (State)

Coronary artery disease is an obstructed blood flow through the coronary arteries to the heart muscles. The primary cause of coronary artery disease is atherosclerosis. The term acute coronary syndrome is used to encompass the continuum of coronary artery disease. Coronary artery disease is most prevalent type of cardiovascular disease in adults, more death occurs in middle aged adults. In India, even younger age group are prone to get heart disease due to their health damaging life style. This study was conducted to assess the effectiveness of video assisted teaching programme on knowledge regarding prevention of coronary artery disease among students in a selected arts college of Durg, Chhattisgarh (State) The conceptual framework used in this study was based on J.W.Kenney’s open system model. A quantitative approach was used for the present study. Using purposive sampling technique,60 arts students were selected and video assisted teaching given after pre-test. Followed by that post test was conducted on day 7, the collected data was analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. The overall analysis of prevention of coronary artery disease the mean post-test knowledge score of the subjects 28.07 is higher than the mean pre-test knowledge score 18.17. Thecalculated‘t’ value 19.769nis greater than of table value (1.984) at 0.001 level of significance. This indicates that video assited teaching programme was effective in gaining knowledge regarding the prevention of coronary artery disease. The association between socio demographic variables with pre-test knowledge score significance (p<0.001) was tested. Based on the findings indicate that there is a significant difference between pre-test and post-test knowledge score on prevention of coronary artery disease in a selected arts college students at Durg.

Comparing the impact of different transfusion medicine teaching methods—A mobile application versus task-based learning—On two dimensions of clinical competence among nursing students: A quasi-experimental study

AimTo evaluate and compare the impact of a transfusion medicine training course delivered via two different teaching methods—a mobile application and task-based learning—on nursing students' knowledge and clinical decision-making skill. BackgroundTo advance nursing education and clinical competence, it is crucial to integrate innovative methods, such as mobile applications and task-based learning, that promote active and competency-based learning. Evaluating these methods provides educators with insights to enhance nursing students' knowledge and clinical decision-making skill, ultimately improving patient care and supporting professional development. DesignA quasi-experimental study using a pretest-intervention-posttest design with a control group. MethodsThis study included 82 nursing students from the 6th to 8th semesters, selected through convenience sampling and randomly assigned to three groups—mobile application (n=30), task-based learning (n=30) and control (n=30). The first group received educational content through a mobile application, the second group through task-based learning and the control group received no intervention. Data were collected using a valid and reliable three-part researcher-made tool, including a demographic/educational checklist and questionnaires on knowledge and clinical decision-making skill, administered before and two weeks after the intervention. Analysis was done using paired t-test, analysis of covariance and Bonferroni post hoc test, with a significance level set at p<0.05. ResultsFollowing the intervention, both intervention groups showed a significant increase in knowledge and clinical decision-making skill scores (p<0.05). Although both groups had higher knowledge scores than the control group, the differences were not significant (p>0.05). In contrast, clinical decision-making scores were significantly higher in both intervention groups compared with the control (p<0.05). No significant differences were observed between the intervention groups regarding the mean post-test knowledge and clinical decision-making skill scores (p>0.05). ConclusionBoth teaching methods effectively improved nursing students' knowledge and clinical decision-making skills in transfusion medicine. To leverage these findings effectively, educational authorities should integrate mobile applications and task-based learning into nursing curricula, test these methods in various settings to assess their impact and use the findings to update curricula in line with current educational needs.

“A Study To Develop And Evaluate The Effectiveness Of Module On Cognitive Behavior Therapy In Terms Of Knowledge And Attitude Among Students Of Selected College Of Nursing, New Delhi”

Emotional experiences are ubiquitous in nature and important and perhaps even critical in academic settings, as emotion modulates virtually every aspect of cognition. Tests, examinations, homework, and deadlines are associated with different emotional states that encompass frustration, anxiety, and boredom. This is followed by the emotional-cognitive interactions in the various brain regions that are intimately involved in emotion and memory systems and influence behavior. A pre-experimental study was conducted with an aim to develop and evaluate the effectiveness of Module on cognitive behavior therapy in terms of knowledge and attitude among students of selected College of Nursing, New Delhi. Quantitative approach with one group pre-test post-test was adopted for the study. A module was developed and administered with certain activities and assignment to practice for the students. The module was based on the INC guidelines given for Cognitive Behavior Therapy included concepts, CBT model, development and tracking of automatic thoughts, biofeedback, Socratic questioning, behavior experiments, thought records and action plan components. The data was collected from 52 B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing students of Holy Family College of Nursing using Structured knowledge Questionnaire and structured attitude scale. The data was tabulated and analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. The findings shows that mean post-test knowledge score and attitude score 21.2127 and 38.7021 was higher than mean pre-test knowledge score and attitude score 13.8723 and 35.4680. The result also revealed that module on cognitive behavior therapy is effective in enhancing the level of knowledge and attitude among nursing students as the calculated t-value is greater than table value at 2.012 at p&lt;0.05 level of significance

Effectiveness of educational training program on the knowledge of COTPA Act among the nonteaching staff of a tertiary care hospital

BACKGROUND: Globally, tobacco is among the leading factors attributable to death. The nonteaching staff plays a pivotal role in making a campus a “tobacco-free zone.” The objective of the study is to assess the effectiveness of an educational training program conducted on the Cigarette and Other Tobacco Products Act (COTPA) 2003 among nonteaching staff of a tertiary care hospital. METHODS AND MATERIALS: A hospital-based cross-sectional study was conducted among 500 nonteaching staff of a tertiary care hospital in the Raebareli district of Uttar Pradesh, India. An educational training program on COTPA 2003 was conducted in collaboration with the State Tobacco Control Cell. Data were collected before (pre-test) and after (post-test) the training program. A paired t-test was applied to compare both knowledge scores. Multiple linear regression analysis was conducted to identify the factors associated with knowledge scores. RESULTS: Around 187 (37.4%) security personnel, 198 (39.6%) housekeeping staff and 115 (23%) hospital attendants participated in the study. The pre-test mean (± standard deviation (SD)) knowledge score was 4.91 ± 1.59 whereas post-test mean (± SD) knowledge score was 7.91 ± 1.42. The pre-test knowledge score was associated with residence, age, and history of tobacco consumption of study participants. The female gender was associated with the pre-test knowledge score having a standardized coefficient -0.49 (P value = 0.009). The post-test knowledge score was associated with a history of tobacco consumption with a standardized coefficient of 0.42 (P value = 0.012). CONCLUSION: The educational training program improved the knowledge of the study participants with maximum improvement among the housekeeping staff. The history of tobacco consumption emerged as a significant factor affecting knowledge even after the training program.

Effect of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge regarding Preconception Care among Reproductive women under Mukalmua Block PHC, Nalbari district, Assam

Background: Preconception care is a set of interventions that aim to identify and modify biomedical, behavioral, and social risks to a woman’s health or pregnancy outcome through prevention and management. The main goal of preconception care is to provide health promotion, screening and interventions for women of reproductive age to reduce the risk factor that might affect future pregnancies. Methodology: The research approach used for the study was quantitative evaluative research approach. The conceptual framework for the study was based on ‘General Systems Theory’ developed by Ludwig von Bertalanffy and modified by JW Kenny. A pre-experimental one-group pre-test post-test research design was used to evaluate the knowledge regarding preconception care among reproductive women. Multistage random sampling technique was used to select 60 reproductive women. Structured interview schedule was used to evaluate the knowledge regarding preconception care among reproductive women. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used to analyze the study data. Result: Findings revealed that out of 60 reproductive women; in the pre-test, majority 39(65%) of the participants had moderately adequate knowledge; 16(26.7%) of the participants had inadequate knowledge and only 5(8.3%) of the participants had adequate knowledge whereas in post-test, majority 53(88.3%) of the participants had adequate knowledge, only 7 (11.7%) had moderately adequate knowledge and none of them had inadequate knowledge regarding preconception care. The mean posttest knowledge scores 18.40 was significantly higher than the mean pre-test knowledge score 8.37 with mean difference 10.03 and 't' value 26.69 for df 59 at p&lt; 0.05 level of significance. Socio-demographic variables such as educational status and use of contraceptive methods were found to be statistically significant at p&lt;0.05 with pre-test level of knowledge regarding preconception care among reproductive women.

A Study to Assess the effectiveness of Awareness Programme on Organ Donation Among the B.Sc. Nursing students of Arya Nursing College, Changsari, Kamrup (R), Assam

An experimental study was conducted with the objective to assess the pre-test and post-test knowledge on organ donation, to evaluate the effectiveness of awareness programme on organ donation among the B. Sc Nursing students of Arya nursing college, to find out the association between pre-test knowledge on organ donation and selected demographic variables. The students were selected from B. Sc Nursing 2nd year by using purposive sampling technique. Total 50 sample were selected and self-structured questionnaires were used to collect the data and analyzed according to the study objective. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used for data analysis. The study findings showed that 8% respondents belong to age group of 17-19 years, 86% belongs to the age group of 20-22 years and 6% belongs to the age group who were more than 22 years. 52% belongs to Hindu religion, 36% belongs to Islam religion, 12% belongs to Christian religion. 84% resides in rural area and 16% resides in Urban area. 14% had attended training programme on organ donation while 86% did not. In pre-test 14% have inadequate knowledge, 74% have moderate knowledge and 12% have adequate knowledge regarding organ donation and in post-test 8% have inadequate knowledge, 72% have moderate knowledge and 20% have adequate knowledge. The mean knowledge score of pre-tests is 14.32 and standard deviation is 3.30. The mean knowledge score of post-tests is 21.66 and standard deviation is 3.14. Hence, it shows that there is increase in mean post-test knowledge score when compared to mean pre-test knowledge score.

The Assessment of Teaching Programme Regarding Prevention and Management of Helminthic Infections among School Children in Selected Schools of Alappuzha District

Background: Intestinal worm infestation is a global health problem. Soil-transmitted helminth (STH) infections form the most important group of intestinal worms affecting two billion people worldwide, causing considerable morbidity and suffering, though entirely preventable. Worm infestation is the common but neglected problem especially among school children especially between the age group of 5to 14 years. The poor standard of living includes improper disposal of faecal and other wastes, overcrowding, unhygienic health practices and poor environmental sanitation are the reasons for the worm infestation among the children. Objectives: To evaluate the impact of teaching programme regarding prevention and management of worm infestation among school children in selected schools of Alappuzha District. Materials and Methods: The research method adopted for this study was a quantitative research approach with an experimental research design. The sample consists of 75 school children of age 10 to 12 years. Systematic random sample and convenient sampling technique were adapted to choose the students. The knowledge about worm infestation was assessed through pre-test and after providing the health education the Post-test was done using the same questionnaire for the same participants convenient sampling technique. Results: The study revealed that majority of the children, 35 (46%) had average knowledge, 10 (14%) had good knowledge and 30(40%) had below average knowledge scores in pre-test, whereas in the post test 42samples (56%) had good knowledge, 30(40%) had average knowledge scores and only 3(4%) had below average knowledge. The t-value was computed to find the significant difference in the mean pre-test and Post-test knowledge scores was found to be significant (t= 10.44, P&lt;0.05). Conclusion: The findings showed that school children had significantly gained the knowledge in the post test which implies that the structured teaching programme was effective in improving the knowledge of the subjects.

Using a Board Game to Learn a Physical Assessment Course in Nursing Education: A Randomized Controlled Study

Objective: Nursing students are expected to acquire the skills necessary to provide competent patient care in complex healthcare settings. This study aimed to explore the effect of a physical assessment board game on nursing students’ knowledge level and determine their opinions about the game. Methods: A randomized controlled study design was used. The study was conducted from December 2019 to January 2020 among 56 nursing students (game group= 28, control group= 28) enrolled in an undergraduate nursing program in Türkiye. The data were collected using the Kolb’s Learning Styles Inventory to determine students’ learning styles, the Knowledge Evaluation Form for physical assessment, and the Student Opinion Form for students’ opinions about the game. Mean scores for the pre-test and post-tests were compared using independent and paired sample t-tests. Results: A significant difference was found between the pre-test and post-test knowledge scores of the game group (P&amp;lt;.05). The mean post-test knowledge score of the students in the game group was higher than that of the students in the control group, and the difference between the groups was statistically significant (P&amp;lt;.05). Conclusion: The game was beneficial for teaching physical assessment course. Future studies should incorporate different game samples, such as the development of a web-based game, as this study focused on a board game that supported physical assessment skills.

Pre-Experimental Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Program on Knowledge Regarding Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) Among Adolescent Girls in Selected Hospitals of Indore

polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a prevalent disorder among females, characterized by hormonal imbalances and diverse clinical manifestations, with a global prevalence estimated between 4% and 20%. Early diagnosis and personalized management are vital for improving the quality of life for women with PCOS. This study evaluates the effectiveness of a Structured Teaching Programme (STP) on enhancing knowledge about PCOS among adolescent girls in selected hospitals of Indore. Employing a quantitative pre-experimental one-group pre- and post-test design, 45 adolescent girls were selected through purposive sampling. Data analysis using descriptive and inferential statistics revealed a significant increase in knowledge post-intervention. The mean post-test knowledge score (19.97 ± 2.27) significantly surpassed the pre-test score (11.5 ± 1.998), with a computed 't' value of 23.43 (p &lt; 0.001). The findings indicate that the STP effectively improved knowledge about PCOS, though no significant association was found between pre-test scores and demographic variables.

Effectiveness of Planned Teaching Program on Knowledge Regarding Constipation and Its Management during Pregnancy among Antenatal Mothers in Selected Areas of Kamrup (M), Assam

ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: During antenatal period, mothers experiences numerous physiological and psychological changes. Most of the antenatal mothers experience constipation during pregnancy. So it was found important to assess the knowledge of antenatal mothers regarding constipation and its management during pregnancy. OBJECTIVES: The purpose of the study is to assess the effectiveness of planned teaching program on Knowledge regarding Constipation and its Management during Pregnancy among Antenatal Mothers in selected areas of Kamrup (M), Assam. MATERIALS AND METHODS: A quantitative research survey approach was adopted and pre-experimental one group pre-test post-test research design was used to assess the effectiveness of planned teaching program on knowledge regarding constipation and its management during pregnancy among antenatal mothers in selected areas of Kamrup (M), Assam. 90 antenatal mothers were selected using Multistage Simple Random sampling technique. The tools used for the study was structured self administered knowledge questionnaire. RESULTS: The study result shows that In post-test mean knowledge score i.e 17.11±1.951 was higher than pre-test mean knowledge score 12.47±2.381 with mean difference of 4.64 as evidenced by t=28.37 at 0.05 level of significance which reveals the effectiveness of planned teaching program on knowledge regarding constipation and its management during pregnancy. It also reveals that there was a significant association between the pre-test knowledge of antenatal mothers with their educational status. CONCLUSION: The study reveals that planned teaching program was effective in increasing the knowledge of antenatal mothers regarding constipation and its management during pregnancy.

A Study to Evaluate the Effectiveness of Self-instructional Module on Knowledge Regarding Risk factors and prevention of Peptic Ulcer Disease Among Adults in a Selected Rural Areas of Udaipur

Background and Objectives: Prevention of peptic ulcer disease is an important determinant of health over the course of life. The early years of life are a period of considerable opportunity for growth or vulnerability to harm. Therefore, it is of great importance that an adult should be aware about the risk factors and various ways to prevent peptic ulcer disease as possible This study aimed to assess the knowledge of adults regarding risk factors and prevention of peptic ulcer disease among selected rural areas of Udaipur. Method: A pre-experimental one group pre-test post-test design was adopted. The study involved 50 adults with in a selected rural area at Udaipur. Data collection included pre-test and post-test assessments of knowledge, demographic surveys, and statistical analysis to evaluate knowledge changes and associations. The self-instructional module was distributed and covered the following areas like: Introduction, Definition, Causes, Risk factors &amp; Prevention. The effectiveness was measured by comparing pre-test and post-test scores, and associations were analyzed using chi-square tests. Results: The data revels that 60% of adult had inadequate knowledge, 24% had moderately adequate knowledge and only 16% had adequate knowledge in pre-test and that 68% had adequate knowledge 14% had moderately adequate knowledge and only 18% had inadequate knowledge in post-test. After the intervention, majority (34%) of adults had good knowledge level whereas during pre-test only (8%) of adults had good knowledge Before intervention the mean knowledge score was 20.22. After intervention, the mean knowledge score was increased to 22.37. Statistically there was a significant difference in the mean knowledge score before and after the intervention (t = 10.95*, df = 19, P&lt;0.05). Hence the hypothesis, there will be a significant difference in the pre and post-test mean knowledge score after the intervention was accepted. The data concluded that, there was a significant increase in the mean knowledge score after intervention because of self-instructional module Interpretation and Conclusion: The study revealed that the self-instructional module was effective in improving the knowledge regarding the prevention of peptic ulcers Keywords: Peptic Ulcer Disease, Self-Instructional Module, Knowledge, Risk factor

Development and evaluation of a training program on non-communicable diseases to empower community health workers in rural India

ObjectiveWe developed and evaluated a training program for Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHAs), female community health workers (CHWs) in India, on non-communicable diseases (NCDs). MethodsA 5-day training program, developed using government-approved manuals, was tested in a randomised controlled trial in the Tehri-Garhwal district. Quantitative comparisons were undertaken using Student's t-test and two-way ANOVA. ASHAs in the intervention group were asked questions about new skills learnt. ResultsThirty-six ASHAs (20 intervention, 16 controls) participated (response rate 75.0%). Mean pre-test knowledge score was 43.3/100 points (95% CI 36.7–49.9) for the intervention group and 44.4 (38.9–49.9) for controls. The mean post-test knowledge score increased more in the intervention group (48.5-point increase; P < 0.0001), than in controls (9.8-point increase, P = 0.016; ANOVA interaction term (time*allocation) P < 0.0001). ASHAs in the intervention group reported learning new skills for detecting NCDs. ConclusionThe training program increased knowledge of ASHAs on NCDs and improved their skills to detect NCDs. Our development and testing process for this training program, coupled with open-source resources, fosters innovation and collaboration in managing NCDs in LMICs. InnovationOur novel and adaptable training program incorporates interactive elements, case studies, and real-world scenarios to augment routine communication between ASHAs and community members for preventing NCDs.

Learning Package impact on awareness about danger signs of pregnancy

Background: All pregnant women by virtue of their pregnant status face some level of maternal risk. Data suggest that around 40% of all pregnant women have some complications. Therefore, present study aims to assess effectiveness of learning package on awareness regarding danger signs of pregnancy. Method: Pre experimental research design with Quantitative approach was applied to conduct the study. A sample of 120 antenatal women selected for the study through non probability purposive sampling technique. Results: The mean pretest knowledge score was 13.52 ± 2.62, whereas mean posttest knowledge score was 24.52 ± 3.83. The post-test mean value knowledge score among antenatal women was significantly higher than the pretest knowledge score. The mean difference was 11 The paired student “t” test value was 33.67 which was significant at p=0.05 level. The findings revealed that there was no significant association between knowledge score with selected demographic variables of the antenatal women. Conclusion: Findings of our study strongly recommend the need for conducting learning program to increase the awareness regarding danger signs of pregnancy among antenatal women.

An Investigation into the Efficacy of Structured Education Program on the Prevention of Sexual Abuse among Adolescent Girls in Certain Schools in Mysuru

The dark issue of child sexual abuse (CSA) must start at home and spread to all levels of society if reform is to be achieved. It is awkward for parents to discuss sexuality and sexual abuse with their children because Indian society has traditionally ingrained conservative beliefs about these topics in its youth. The majority of homes completely avoid having these conversations, which understates the potential of harm, particularly in cases of rare and underreported sexual abuse. Quasi experimental pre-test post-test design, a convenience sampling technique was used to select the samples (N=60). Tool was administered to assess the current knowledge, a structured teaching programme (STP) was conducted later post test was administered and data was analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics. The post-test knowledge score mean percentage (86.68%) was higher than the mean percentile of pre-test knowledge score (46.6%). The calculated paired ‘t’ value is greater than the table value (0.05 44df) = 2.01 It showed a significant difference between mean pre and post-test knowledge scores. Calculated Chi-square values are showed significant association between socio demographic data of respondents with their pre-test knowledge scores. The study findings showed that knowledge on CSA was less before STP. The results indicated that STP is helpful in increasing their knowledge effectively.

Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Millets and its Importance among Adolescents

This study entitled “Study to evaluate the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge regarding millets and its importance among adolescents in selected community area at Salempur” submitted in the year 2024. Aims: The objectives are to evaluate the pre-test knowledge regarding millets and its importance among adolescents; to evaluate the post-test knowledge regarding millets and its importance among adolescents; to evaluate the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge regarding millets and its importance among adolescents; to find out association between pre-test knowledge score with selected demographic variables among adolescents. Hypothesis: H1: There will be a significant difference between mean pre-test knowledge score than their mean post-test knowledge score regarding millets and its importance among adolescents. H2: There will be significant association between pre-test level of knowledge score and demographic variables. Design and Setting: Quasi - experimental approach with one group pre-test post-test design was adopted. Methods and Materials: 60 samples were selected by purposive sampling technique. A structured knowledge questionnaire was utilized to assess the knowledge of the samples. Results: The mean pre-test knowledge score of samples regarding was 11.95, whereas mean post-test knowledge score was 20.90 with a mean difference of 9.95 and SD pretest was 2.80 and post-test was 2.65. The calculated 't' value 38.34 was greater than tabulated 't'= 1.98 which was statistically proved at 0.05 level of significance. It revealed that the Structured Teaching Programme was effective in increasing knowledge among the participants. Conclusion: This indicates that the Structured Teaching Programme was effective to enhance the level of knowledge regarding millets and its importance among adolescents.

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&amp;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&amp;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 Video Assisted Teaching Program regarding Cervical Cancer Screening and HPV Vaccination among ASHA workers at selected rural area of District Yamuna Nagar, Haryana

Background: The purpose of present study was to evaluate the effectiveness of video assisted teaching programme regarding cervical cancer screening and HPV vaccination in terms of knowledge among ASHA workers working at rural area of district Yamuna Nagar, Haryana. Quantitative research approach was used. One group pre-test and post-test design was adopted to attain current study objectives. 60 ASHA workers were selected by using purposive sampling method. Demographic profile was used to assess personal information of ASHA Workers. Pre-test was conducted to assess the existing level of knowledge regarding cervical cancer screening and HPV vaccination with the help of self-structured questionnaire followed by video assisted teaching program was implemented and after seven days a post test was taken. The study finding shows that knowledge score regarding cervical cancer screening and HPV vaccination of ASHA workers were improved after implemented the video assisted teaching program. The pre-test mean and standard deviation knowledge score were 12.18+3.41 and the post-test mean and standard deviation knowledge score were 24.52+1.84. The mean difference score was 12.34. The paired‘t’ test score was 14.423 for the degree of freedom 29 which was statistically significant at the ‘P’ value 0.001; however no significant association was found between post test level knowledge and demographic variable.

A Pre-experimental Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Structure Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Hygienic Practices for Prevention of Urinary Tract Infection among Adolescent Girls in Selected Area of Dang District

Introduction: Urinary tract infection is one of the major global health problems in developing countries. It is very common in females, especially adolescent girls. Mainly because of changes in the hormones, and it is also associated with poor intake of water, infrequent voiding, poor menstrual hygiene, and anatomical defects. For the prevention of UTI, many points are important to keep in mind, like drinking 6-8 glasses of water each day. Avoid wearing tight pants. Wear cotton undergarments. Wash the perineum after urinating. Wiping from front to back after a bowel movement. More than three times voiding during school hours. Drying the cloth in the sunlight. Voiding in a clean toilet, etc. Aim: The main aim of this study was to assess the effect of a structured teaching program regarding hygienic practice for the prevention of urinary tract infection among adolescent girls in a selected area of Dang district. Methodology: A quantitative approach was adopted for this study with a pre-experimental research design with one group pre-test and post-test. A total of 100 (adolescent girls) samples were selected to collect the data by using the non-probability convenience sampling technique. The tools used for the study were a self-structured questionnaire consisting of socio-demographic variables and a self-structured knowledge questionnaire to assess the knowledge of adolescent girls regarding the prevention of urinary tract infection. The data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Results: The findings of the study revealed that there was a significant difference between the mean pre-test (6.01) and post-test (14.19) knowledge scores, with a positive mean difference of 8.18. The calculated “t” value of 26.32 is higher than the table value of 1.645 at the 0.05 level of significance. There was a significant association between the pre-test knowledge of adolescent girls, their age, and the monthly income of the family. Conclusion: The study concluded that the structured teaching program was effective and significant in improving the knowledge of adolescent girls regarding the prevention of urinary tract infections, which was more effective and beneficial for them.

Effectiveness of planned health education on knowledge regarding HIV-TB co-infection among HIV patients

Abstract: BACKGROUND: In various parts of the world, mainly in developing nations, co-infection with HIV and tuberculosis (TB) is a significant public health concern. Commonly HIV-TB co-infection is related to a lack of knowledge on TB among people surviving with HIV. Hence, the particular research study is done to know the effectiveness of planned health education on HIV-TB co-infection among HIV patients. MATERIALS AND METHODS: “Nonrandomized controlled trail design” (before and after trial) was used for the study. Written permission was granted from hospital authorities and written consent was obtained from HIV patients after explaining the study and its objectives. Data were collected from 80 HIV-positive patients using a purposive sampling technique. These patients were interviewed for their knowledge of HIV-TB co-infection, followed by health teaching was delivered. After 8 days of health education, a posttest was carried out using the same tool. RESULTS: It was showed that pretest mean knowledge scores were 4.18 with a 1.97 standard deviation (SD), whereas posttest mean knowledge scores were 7.58 with a 2.12 SD. The obtained paired t-value was 10.31, which at the 0.05 level was statistically significant and revealed that health education was effective in improving HIV patients’ knowledge scores. CONCLUSION: The present research study concluded that the health teaching program was effective in improving knowledge scores regarding HIV-TB co-infection among HIV patients. Hence, there is an urgent need to educate HIV patients on the prevention of HIV-TB co-infection.

Effectiveness of Planned Teaching Program on Self-care for Patients with Diabetes Mellitus in a Selected Community at Tumkur

Aim: The aim of this study is to find the Effectiveness of planned teaching program (PTP) on self-care for patients with diabetes mellitus in a selected community at Tumkur.Materials and Methods: The investigation was quantitative. This study used a non-equivalent control group quasi-experimental design. The study took place at Kaivara. This study includes all Kaivara diabetics. Data were collected from 30 diabetics. This study used purposive sampling methods. Data analysis makes use of both inferential (paired and unpaired “t” tests) and descriptive (mean, standard deviation, frequency, and percentage) statistics.Result: Group I patients had pre- and post-test knowledge scores of 18–60 and 84–101. For Group I, the mean knowledge score after the test (93.67) was higher than the mean score before the test (33.8). The “t” value for Group I (“t” = 22.10) demonstrated a notable change, demonstrating PTP increased diabetic patients’ understanding. Group I patients’ self-care practice scores also changed significantly. Group I patients’ pre-test and post-test self-care practice scores were 22–56 and 63–75. Mean post-test score for self-care (70.53) was greater than pre-test. The Group I “t” value (16.19) demonstrated a significant difference, demonstrating that PTP increases diabetes mellitus patients’ self-care practices. The mean post-test knowledge score on frequent check-ups, exercise, and food (97, 98.92, and 98.38) was significantly greater than the score on the pre-test following PTP. The mean percentage of self-care practice score for medications (96.67) and skin care (99.13) increased significantly for Group I.Conclusion: The experimental and control groups had substantial differences in post-test self-care and knowledge scores, proving that individual-planned teaching program work