A Pre-Experimental Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Self-Instructional Module on Knowledge Regarding Female Contraceptives Among Eligible Females in Selected Rural Areas of Burhanpur Madhya Pradesh
Keywords:
Female Contraceptives, Self Instructional Module (SIM), Knowledge Assessment, Pre-Experimental Study, Rural Women, Reproductive Health.Abstract
Introduction: Contraceptive knowledge among women plays a vital role in promoting reproductive health and family planning. In rural areas, awareness levels are often inadequate due to limited access to health education. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of a Self-Instructional Module (SIM) on knowledge regarding female contraceptives among eligible women in selected rural areas of Burhanpur, Madhya Pradesh.
Aim: To assess the effectiveness of a self-instructional module in improving knowledge about female contraceptives among eligible females.
Materials and Methods: A pre-experimental one group pre-test post test design was used. Thirty eligible females were selected through purposive sampling. A structured knowledge questionnaire developed and validated by experts was used for data collection. The reliability of the tool was established using Karl Pearson’s correlation coefficient (r = 0.8). A pre-test was conducted, followed by administration of the SIM. A post-test was administered after 7 days.
Results: The mean pre-test knowledge score was 13, while the post-test score increased to 18. The paired ‘t’ test value (t = 16.28, p < 0.0005) showed a highly significant improvement in knowledge, indicating the effectiveness of the SIM. Demographic variables were also analysed in relation to pre-test scores.
Conclusion: The study concluded that eligible females had inadequate knowledge regarding female contraceptives. The Self-Instructional Module proved to be an effective educational strategy to enhance their knowledge. The findings suggest implications for nursing practice, education, administration, and research in promoting reproductive health awareness in rural communities.
How to cite this article:
Upadhyay S, Devi T B. A Pre-Experimental
Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Self
Instructional Module on Knowledge Regarding
Female Contraceptives Among Eligible Females
in Selected Rural Areas of Burhanpur Madhya
Pradesh. Ind J Holist Nurs. 2025;16(1):8-17.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.24321/2348.2133.202502
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