Effectiveness of an Awareness Programme on Knowledge of Postnatal Mothers regarding Management of Selected Minor Disorders of Neonates in Postnatal Wards of Maternity Hospital, SKIMS, Soura, Srinagar
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Abstract
Background: After birth, the health of a baby depends on the healthcare measures adopted by the family, particularly by the mother. Raising awareness about minor neonatal problems and neonatal care practices mainly contributes to the reduction of neonatal morbidity and mortality. The aim of this study was to assess the knowledge of postnatal mothers regarding the management of minor illnesses in their neonates and evaluate the effectiveness of the awareness programme in increasing their knowledge.
Methodology: A quantitative research approach was used with a preexperimental one-group pre-test post-test design. 55 mothers were selected by non-probability convenience sampling method and their knowledge was assessed using a self-structured interview schedule.
Results: On pre-test, out of 55 study subjects, majority (87.3%) were found to possess inadequate knowledge, only 12.7% were found to have moderate knowledge, and none had adequate knowledge. On post-test, majority (87.3%) of study subjects were equipped with adequate knowledge, only 12.7% had moderate knowledge and none had inadequate knowledge. The mean post-test knowledge score of the study subjects was significantly higher than the mean pre-test knowledge score at 0.05 level of significance.
Conclusion: Majority of the study subjects had inadequate knowledge regarding the management of selected minor disorders of neonates which indicated that they need awareness in this regard to take care of their neonates.
How to cite this article:
Ahmad N, Bano Z, Akhter A, Kachroo M, Naz H, Ahmad A, Batool F, Hassan Y, Nabi N. Effectiveness of an Awareness Programme on Knowledge of Postnatal Mothers regarding Management of Selected Minor Disorders of Neonates in Postnatal Wards of Maternity Hospital, SKIMS, Soura, Srinagar. Ind J Holist Nurs. 2022;13(4):1-7.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.24321/2348.2133.202214
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