Structured Teaching Programme Research Articles

Effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge regarding Dysmenorrhea and its management among adolescent girls

Effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge regarding Dysmenorrhea and its management among adolescent girls

A quasi-experimental study to evaluate the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge regarding minor disorders of pregnancy among antenatal mothers attending OPD in Apollo hospitals Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh

Background: Most research studies states that there is lower level of knowledge among the antenatal mothers regarding minor disorder which occurs in pregnancy. Hence selected “A quasi experimental study to evaluate the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge regarding minor disorders of pregnancy among antenatal mothers attending OPD in Apollo Hospitals Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh. The key aspect of the study is to evaluate the effectiveness of the teaching program among the antenatal mothers and to evaluate the effectiveness the outcomes. Materials and methods: A quantitative research approach adopted for the study to assess the knowledge of antenatal mothers regarding minor disorders of pregnancy. One group pretest-posttest design is used and samples who met the inclusion criteria using purposive Sampling. A questionnaire was developed to assess knowledge level of antenatal mother on minor disorder of pregnancy. Pretest was conducted for one hour which is followed by the structured teaching program after that post test for one hour. Sample size is 50. Results: The study findings revealed that the mean pre test knowledge score was (35.75%.) after administering teaching programme. post test knowledge score was 74.00% which is higher than pre test score. Conclusion: This study emphasizes the effectiveness of the structured teaching programme among antenatal mothers attending OPD in Apollo Hospitals Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh. Knowledge of the “antenatal mothers who had undergone structured teaching programme proved to be having increase in their knowledge on minor disorders of pregnancy.

A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge regarding Pre-Menstrual Syndrome and its Management among Adolescent Girls in selected school at Sanjeli

The present study assessed the effectiveness of structured teaching program on knowledge regarding pre-menstrual syndrome and its management among the adolescent girls at selected school in rural area. The design was adopted by the investigator in this study was pretest and posttest quasi experimental design. The conceptual framework is based on the general system theory by Von Bertalanffy ludwing (1968). A total of 60 adolescent girls were selected from the school by using convenient sampling technique. The purpose of the study was explained to the students and consent was taken from all the participants. A structured pretest questionnaire related to pre-menstrual syndrome were asked to them for scoring knowledge. Data was analyzed descriptive statistics such as mean, standard deviation, frequencies and percentages. The association between effectiveness of planned teaching programme will be analyzed by t-test. in pre-test 52(86.67%) of adolescent’s girls were having inadequate level of knowledge and 8(13.33%) of adolescent’s girls were having moderate level of knowledge. While in post-test 6(10%) had inadequate level of knowledge, 36(60%) had moderate level of knowledge, and 18(30%) has adequate level of knowledge. The effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge regarding pre-menstrual syndrome and its management was revealed in the post-test that there was significance improvement in knowledge with administration of structured teaching programme. The obtained “t-test” value for the level of knowledge on pre-menstrual syndrome and its management 18.86 that was highly significance at p<0.05 level the hypothesis was accepted. The study found that adolescent girls had inadequate knowledge regarding pre-menstrual syndrome and its management in pretest. After the structured teaching programme on pre-menstrual syndrome there was a significant improvement in knowledge of the adolescent girls regarding pre-menstrual syndrome and its management. The study concluded that the structured teaching programme was effective in improving the knowledge of the adolescent girls regarding pre-menstrual syndrome and its management.

A Study to Evaluate the Effectiveness of Educational Intervention on Knowledge regarding Self Care Practices among Adult Asthmatics in selected hospital at Ahmedabad

Bronchial asthma remains a most common human and economic burden, despite recent challenge in detecting the optimal management of asthma and renewed efforts from guidelines developers to help physicians integrate the recommendations in to current care. More than 300 million persons all over the world are affected by bronchial asthma, with mortality about 250,000 annually. The objectives of the study were to assess the level of knowledge regarding self care practices among adult asthmatics. b) To evaluate the effectiveness of educational intervention on knowledge regarding self care practices among adult asthmatics. c) To find out the association between selected demographic variables and Pre test level of knowledge regarding self care practices among adult asthmatics. The research approach selected for the study was quantitative research approach and pre-experimental research – one group pre-test post-test design. The study was conducted at selected hospital at Ahmadabad. Total 30 samples were selected from patients attending OPD & admitted in wards. Patients who are willing to participate in the study. Patients who are present at the time of data collection. Age of patient between 20-60 years. A formal prior permission was obtained from the Hospital, at Ahmadabad. The study was conducted for a period of a week 30 samples were selected based on the criteria for sample selection. The collected data were analyzed by using inferential statistical method. t- test was used to evaluate the effectiveness of A. Findings related to demographic variables of the study.1. The majority of 18(60%) sample’s age is between 50-60years. The majority of 21 (70%) the sample’s sex were male. The majority of 14 (47%) the sample’s education status is secondary. The majority of 21 (70%) samples are belongs from middle class. The majority of 23(90%) samples are not having past surgical history. The majority of 24(80 %) samples are having no family history. The majority of 23(76%) samples are having no previous hospitalization. significant p<0.05 level. Hence their findings of the study revealed that the Structured Teaching Programme was effective in knowledge regarding adult asthmatics

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

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

A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge regarding Reproductive Tract Infection and its Prevention among Adolescences girls in selected Higher Secondary School Dharampur

Pre- experimental design one group pretest – posttest was used to conduct the study. The sample size were 60 patents having Adolescences Girls. The study was conducted at DNP higher secondary school. The conceptual framework was based on “General System Model”. Data was analyzed descriptive statistics such as mean, standard deviation, frequencies and percentages.The objectives of the study were(a) To assess exiting knowledge regarding reproductive tract infection and its prevention among adolescences girls of selected higher secondary school of Dharampur.(b) To evaluate the effectiveness of the structured teaching programme regarding reproductive tract infection and it prevention among adolescences girls in selected higher secondary school Dharampur.(c) To find out the association between pretest knowledge scores with the selected socio-demographic variables regarding reproductive tract infection and its prevention among adolescences girls in selected higher secondary school Dharampur.The research approach selected for study was quantitative research approach and pre-experimental one group pretest and posttest design. The study was conducted at selected higher seconday school dharampur. Total 60 samples were selected based on non-probability purposive sampling. The researcher used structured interview schedule and structured questionnaire for data collection regarding demographic variables and pretest. The collected data were analyzed by using inferential stastical method t-test was used to evaluate the effectiveness of reproductive tract infection and its prevention among adolescences girls in selected higher secondary school dharampur. It reveled that mean score of pre test was54(90%) adolescences girls were having inadequate level of knowledge and 6(10%) of adolescences girls were having moderate level of knowledge. While in post-test 45(75%) had moderate level of knowledge and 15(25%) has adequate level of knowledge. Hence their finding of of study revealed the level of knowledge on prevention and management of selected breast complication 19.13 that was highly significance at p<0.05 level the hypothesis was accepted.

Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Program on Knowledge Regarding TORCH Infections during Pregnancy among Antenatal Mothers at Telungupalayam Village, Coimbatore District

Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Program on Knowledge Regarding TORCH Infections during Pregnancy among Antenatal Mothers at Telungupalayam Village, Coimbatore District

Efficacy of Structured Teaching Programs in Improving Oral Hygiene Knowledge among School Children at Alkharj, Saudi Arabia.

Children's knowledge of oral hygiene is very important to have a good oral health. Health education intervention is the best way to impart oral hygiene knowledge to children, which is cost-effective also. To evaluate the effectiveness of a structured teaching program in improving the existing oral hygiene knowledge of children in the age group of 10-12 years. A randomized control trial was planned with one intervention group and control group. A pre-intervention test was conducted in both the groups to assess baseline oral hygiene knowledge among children. After the pre-test, the intervention group children were educated through a structured teaching program for a period of 2 weeks. Again, post-test was conducted in both the groups after a gap of a week. The pre-intervention oral hygiene knowledge scores were 8.43 ± 3.93 in the intervention group and 8.44 ± 3.90 in the control group. Post intervention, the oral hygiene knowledge score was 15.34 ± 2.37 in the intervention group and 8.96 ± 1.37 in the control group. A 45.04% increase in knowledge was observed in the intervention group. The results were statistically highly significant (P < 0.05). A structured teaching program is an effective way to impart knowledge among school children; furthermore, long-term follow-up studies are needed to evaluate oral hygiene knowledge gained through the program.

Evaluating the Impact of a Structured Teaching Program on Maternal Knowledge of Weaning Diets for Children Aged 6 Months to 2 Years

Beginning with supplementation, weaning continues until the child is totally off breast milk. Indian babies are entirely breastfed till six months, and their growth is usually good. Breast milk alone cannot support growth after six months. Breast milk cannot provide enough calories and nutrients for growing newborns as it diminishes. Fruit juice supplementation is necessary since breast milk lacks vitamin C. Since a child’s liver stores iron for only 4-6 months, iron-rich foods should be offered after six months. Vitamin D is absent from breast milk. Starting additional meals around six months helps the youngster grow and stay healthy. This was a pre-experimental study (one group pre- and post-test). The sample included 100 moms from Mokhumpur, Dehradun. Study participants were selected via convenient sampling. Data was collected using a structured knowledge questionnaire. The pre-test showed that 15% (15) of mothers had inadequate weaning diet knowledge, 80% (80) had intermediate knowledge, and 5% (5) had adequate knowledge. After the intervention (a structured teaching program), 23% (23) had moderate knowledge, and 77% (77) had adequate understanding. Post-test knowledge scores (M = 21.86, SD = 2.98) were 7.09 points higher than pre-test scores (M = 14.77, SD = 3.59). The t-test value (t(99) = 26.660) and p-value (&lt;0.001) indicate statistical significance (p-value &lt; 0.05).

A PRE EXPERIMENTAL STUDY TO ASSESS THE EFFECTIVENESS OF STRUCTURED TEACHING PROGRAMME REGARDING KNOWLEDGE ON AYUSHMAN BHARAT HEALTH ACCOUNT (ABHA) AMONG PEOPLE RESIDING IN SELECTED AREAS OF DEHRADUN DISTRICT, UTTRAKHAND

Ayushman Bharat Health Account (ABHA): Empowering Individuals for Better Healthcare Ayushman Bharat Health Account is a government initiative launched in 2018 with the aim of providing financial protection to families for secondary and tertiary care hospitalization. The present research project is, A pre experimental study to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching programme regarding Ayushman Bharat Health Account (ABHA) among people residing in selected areas of Dehradun District, Uttarakhand. The objective of the study was to assess the knowledge regarding ABHA among people, To evaluate the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge regarding ABHA among people and also to associate the pre-test knowledge regarding ABHA among people with their selected demographic variables. Methodology: A quantitative evaluative research approach with a pre-experimental (one group pretest- posttest) design was adopted, the setting of the study was people nearby Nehru gram PHC, Dehradun. The sample size was 60, who were selected by random sampling technique. A Structured Self- administered questionnaire which consist of 30 objective type questions was used to assess the knowledge of the people. The investigator involved the people on Structured Teaching Programme regarding ABHA by using a Power-point slide presentation followed with pre-test. On same day, the post test was conducted. The collected data were analyzed by using both descriptive and inferential statistical methods, and interpretations were made based on the objectives of the study. Findings:The study findings revealed that during Pre-test, most of the people 52 (86.66 %) had inadequate knowledge, whereas 06 (10 %) people have moderately adequate knowledge and very few 02 (3.34 %) of them had adequate knowledge regarding ABHA. During posttest, most of the people numbering 57 (95.00 %) were having adequate knowledge, whereas 03 (05.00 %) people have Moderately adequate knowledge and none of them had inadequate knowledge regarding ABHA. The mean score during pre-test was 6.383 ± 2.88 and the mean score during posttest was 25.97 ± 3.05. The pairedt value was 39.09 which was significant at p ≤ 0.05 level. Thus it shows that the structured teaching programme was effective in improving knowledge regarding ABHA among people. The study concluded that the structured teaching programme was effective.

A Study to Evaluate the Effectiveness of a Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Physical-Based Rehabilitation to Restore Functional Mobility Among Patients with Stroke in a Selected Hospital at Mangaluru

Background of the study: Stroke is the second leading cause of death globally and the third leading cause of premature death and disability (DALY-Disability Adjusted Life Years). Annually, 15 million people worldwide suffer from stroke, among these 5 million experience mortality and the other 5 million are left permanently disabled placing a burden on family and community. Rehabilitation is vital for minimizing adverse effects after stroke as it aims to reduce impairments and disabilities. Objectives of the study: To assess the level of knowledge regarding physical-based rehabilitation to restore functional mobility among patients with stroke. Materials and Methods: A quantitative research approach was adopted to evaluate the effectiveness of a structured teaching programme. The investigator selected the pre-experimental one group pre-test post-test design. A simple random sampling technique was used to select 60 patients diagnosed with stroke admitted in a specialized neuro hospital. The knowledge level regarding physical based rehabilitation was assessed through a self- prepared semi-structured knowledge questionnaire by an interview method. A structured teaching programme regarding physical based rehabilitation was demonstrated and a booklet was distributed to the patients by the investigator. Post-test was conducted after a week using the same tool. Results: In the pre-test, majority of 37 (62%) patients had inadequate knowledge, 20 (33%) had moderate knowledge and 3 (5%) of them had adequate knowledge. In the post-test, the majority of 35 (58%) patients had gained adequate knowledge and 19 (32) of them secured moderate knowledge and 6 (10%) patients attained inadequate knowledge. It was found that a demonstration session on physical based rehabilitation was useful for the patients diagnosed with stroke. The effectiveness of a structured teaching programme on knowledge regarding physical based rehabilitation was evaluated using paired “t” test and the obtained value was 20.64, which was greater than the table value at a p&lt;0.05 level of significance. Hence it was concluded that the structured teaching programme on knowledge regarding physical based rehabilitation to restore functional mobility among patients diagnosed with stroke was effective. Interpretation and conclusion: The study concluded that the post-test knowledge level among patients diagnosed with stroke was improved after the implementation of a structured teaching programme regarding selected physical exercises to restore functional mobility. Significant association was found with stage of illness and post-test knowledge (P&lt;0.05). The overall findings of the study showed that the structured teaching programme was effective in improving the knowledge regarding physical based rehabilitation to restore functional mobility among patients diagnosed with stroke. Keywords: Effectiveness; structured teaching programme; physical based rehabilitation; patients diagnosed with stroke; functional mobility.

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.

A Quasi-experimental Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Program in Terms of Knowledge Regarding Road Safety Measures among School Going Students in Govt. Girls Sen. Sec. School Portmore, Shimla, (H.P.)

ABSTRACT Background: An undesirable or unfortunate happening that occurs unintentionally and usually results in harm, injury, damage, or loss; casualty; mishap on road is known as road accidents. There are some road safety measures to reduce the chances of road accidents which should be followed by individuals. The Aim of the study is to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching program in terms of knowledge regarding road safety measures among School going Students. Objectives: To assess the knowledge regarding road safety measures among school going children,To develop and administer structured teaching program on knowledge regarding road safety measures among school going children,To assess the effectiveness of structured teaching program on knowledge regarding road safety measures among school going children,To find out the association of knowledge regarding road safety measures among school going children with selected demographic variables. Methodology : Quantitative approach was adopted using the Quasi- experimental research design.60 sample were selected to collect the data by convenient sampling technique. The tools was used for the study was self structured questionnaire consisting of socio demographic characteristics and knowledge questionnaire. After conducting pre test, structured teaching programme on road safety measures was administered to the participants. Post test was conducted after gap of seven days. Result: The result of the study revealed that total of 60 subject were enrolled by using convenient sampling technique and data gathered from school going children regarding road safety measures. In pre test (0%) of school going children having adequate knowledge in terms of road safety measure, (95%) of school going children having moderate knowledge in terms of road safety measures,(5%) of school going children having inadequate knowledge in terms of road safety measures In post test (96.7%) of school going children having adequate knowledge in terms of road safety measure (3.3%) of school going children having moderate knowledge in terms of road safety measures. The study reveals that the structured teaching programme was effective in terms of improving the knowledge regarding road safety measures among school going students in Govt. Girls Sen. Sec. School Portmore,Shimla,H.P.

Evaluating the new family medicine internship programmes in the Western Cape, South Africa.

In 2021, South Africa introduced a new 6-month internship in family medicine and primary care. This study aimed to assess the new rotation at district health facilities in the Western Cape. A descriptive survey of interns and supervisors, as phase-two of an exploratory sequential mixed methods study. Questionnaires were developed from a descriptive exploratory qualitative study. Data were analysed with the Statistical Package for Social Sciences. Questionnaires were completed by 72 interns (response rate 21%) and 36 supervisors (response rate 90%), across 10 training programmes. Interns felt more independent (97.2%), confident (90.3%) and resilient (91.6%). They learnt to manage undifferentiated and chronic conditions (91.6%), to refer patients (94.3%) and conduct procedures (77.8%). Most interns were not exposed to community-based services (68.0%) and continuity of care (54.1%). Supervision was mostly adequate during the day (79.1%) and afterhours (80.6%). Many interns reported no structured teaching programme (41.7% - 55.6%). Most supervision was from medical officers and registrars. Supervisors saw interns as valuable members of the clinical team (100.0%), who required extra support and administration (42.5%). The majority of interns (75.0%) and supervisors (72.7%) thought the rotation was the right length and the best preparation for community service (67.6%). The rotation met most expectations of the Health Professions Council of South Africa. Programmes need to improve exposure to community-orientated primary care, public health medicine, palliative and ongoing care. Supervision and orientation of interns needs improvement.Contribution:This is the first evaluation of the new family medicine internship programme in South Africa.

Effectiveness of health education program on knowledge regarding health promotion strategies in the geriatric population of selected old age homes at Raipur, Chhattisgarh.

The elderly is defined as the person who is beyond middle age and approaching old age (60 or above), also called senior citizens. The number of older adults globally is expected to increase from 420 million in 2000 to 974 million in 2030. In 2017. The objectives of the study were to assess the existing level of knowledge regarding health promotion strategies and to determine the effectiveness of health education program on knowledge regarding health promotion among the elderly in old age home. The study employed one-group pretest and posttest preexperimental design without a control group. The sample size of 50 was selected using a non-probability convenient sampling technique. Baseline data were collected by a structured questionnaire, and a structured teaching program was given for 2 weeks, and after 15 days, a posttest was conducted with the same tool. Data collected were analyzed by using both descriptive and inferential statistics. The knowledge score increased significantly from baseline. The mean score of the pretest was 18.38, the mean score of the posttest was 21.78, the mean improvement was 3.40, and the paired value obtained for knowledge was 17.36, which was found significant at 0.05 level (P < 0.05). There was a significant improvement in the knowledge regarding health promotion strategies in the geriatric population. The result of the study concluded that health education program was effective in improving the knowledge regarding health promotion strategies in the geriatric population.

The Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Prevention of Coronary Artery Disease among Obese People Attending OPDs of different Hospitals in Bangalore

Coronary heart disease (CHD) is an epidemic in India and one of the major causes of disease burden and deaths. Coronary artery diseases have one or more major risk factors that are influenced by lifestyle. Obesity is considered an important risk factor for the occurrence of coronary artery diseases. Obesity is likely when an individual’s body mass index (BMI) is 30 or higher. As the body mass index rises, so does the risk of coronary heart disease. This study helps obese people understand the relationship between obesity and CAD, thus helping obese people to reduce the risk factors of CAD. Hence, the investigator decided to evaluate the knowledge level among obese people and educate them regarding the prevention of coronary artery disease. One group pretest-posttest design (pre-experimental design) was selected for the study. The participants were 60 obese people attending OPD in selected hospitals in Bangalore. A purposive sampling technique was used to select the sample of the study. A structured knowledge questionnaire was used to collect data from the subjects. The obtained data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics and interpreted in terms of the objectives and hypotheses of the study. The level of significance was set at 0.05 levels. In the pretest, the subjects had inadequate Knowledge, with a mean percentage of 46.2% and a standard deviation of 12.8%, whereas, in the posttest, there was a significant mean knowledge gain of 83.5% and a standard deviation of 11.8%. The paired “t” test value (21.09*) shows statistical significance at a level of p&lt;0.05 with df (59), establishing the effectiveness of the Structured Teaching Program. In the pretest, a significant association was found between the age group and the mean pretest knowledge scores at 0.05 level of significance. In the pretest, about 65% of the samples had inadequate Knowledge, whereas in the posttest of the samples, 68.3% had gained adequate Knowledge. These findings indicate that the structured teaching program was effective in enhancing the Knowledge of the obese people attending OPD in selected hospitals regarding the Prevention of Coronary Artery Disease.

Effectiveness of STP on Knowledge and Anxiety Regarding First Time Administering Intramuscular Injection among DGNM and ANM Students at Selected College, Puducherry

Background:Knowledge and attitude of nurses and nursing students may vary regarding IM injection techniques, the most common issues are selection of injection site, cleansing skin before injection, needle size used and pinching or spreading the skin before injection. Aim:To evaluate the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge and anxiety regarding first time administering IM injection among 30 1st year Nursing students . Method : A pre experimental design , Convenient sampling technique was used to select the sample.to asses knowledge Self structured questions, for anxiety Zung self-rated scale was used Result:The present study showed that in pre&amp; post improvement knowledge with SD as follows 15.90+3.661,23.20+3.736 those are highly significant value is 0.05 and in anxiety pre test 17.30+4.743 and post test value is 31.87+5.865 those highly significant with p value of 0.05administration of IM injection. Conclusion: To enhance the knowledge and interest of student by using various teaching method.

A Study to Evaluate the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Stress and Coping Strategies of Patients with Dengue Fever among Staff Nurses in Selected Hospitals, Udupi District

Aims and objectives of the study: Assess the pre-test knowledge scores regarding stress and coping strategies of patients with dengue fever among staff nurses in selected hospitals, Udupi district. Evaluate the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge regarding stress and coping strategies of patients with dengue fever among staff nurses in selected hospitals, Udupi district. Find out an association between pre-test knowledge score on stress and coping strategies of patients with dengue fever and selected demographic variables.

Enhancing Nurse's Knowledge- A Programme on Prevention of Neonatal Hypothermia

Introduction: Newborns are less efficient in regulating their body temperature due to poor their heat-regulating mechanisms. Thermal stability of the neonate is crucial, and awareness of the significance of a warm environment has resulted in better care of the neonate. Objective: The study aimed to determine the efficacy of a structured teaching programme regarding the prevention of neonatal hypothermia among nurses. Material and Methods: A pre-experimental, (one-group pre-test and post-test) research design was conducted in the Government Multispeciality Hospital, Chandigarh, India. Sixty nurses were chosen through the non-probability purposive sampling technique. The instrument employed for the study includes demographic variables and a self-structured knowledge questionnaire. Results: The pre-test degree of knowledge regarding the prevention of neonatal hypothermia among 60 nurses shows that 58.3% had fair knowledge and 41.7% had good knowledge. The post-test knowledge scores showed that out % of 60 nurses, 75% possessed very good knowledge, while 25% had good knowledge. The comparison of both tests' knowledge scores using the Wilcoxon rank test resulted in a p-value = &lt;0.001, which indicates that the result is highly significant. Furthermore, the chi-square test was applied to find out whether or not there was a statistical association between the knowledge scores and their demographic variables. It was determined that the p-value for both the knowledge scores was found to be greater than 0.05 which is insignificant. Hence, there is no association found between both sets of knowledge scores with their demographic variables. Conclusion: The structured teaching programme culminated in enhancing knowledge among nurses regarding preventing neonatal hypothermia.

Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Program on Knowledge Regarding Selected Aspects of Poshan Abhiyan among Mothers of Under Five Children in Selected Rural Area Lucknow

Abstract Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Selected Aspects of Poshan Abhiyan Among Mothers of Under Five Children. Materials and Methods: The Pre- experimental with one group pre test post test design was used on 60 Mother of under five children, in the study, each mothers were given structured teaching program on selected aspects of Poshan Abhiyan. The socio demographic data was collected. The knowledge level of mothers of under five children, was assessed by structured questionnaire. Descriptive statics and inferential statistics were used to analyze the data.