Indian Journal of Holistic Nursing (ISSN: 2348-2133)

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

Wed, 03 May 2023 00:00:00 +0000

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

Effectiveness of Video-assisted Teaching Programme on Knowledge regarding Breast Self-examination among BSc Nursing 2nd Year Students of MMINSR, SKIMS, Soura

Diksha Kumari, Munira Kachroo, Khurshida Akhtar — Fri, 30 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Background: The goal of breast self-examination for women is to notice changes in the breast that should be brought to the attention of physicians for further evaluation. These include breast lumps, changes in breast shape, size, or contour, and colour of breast and nipple.

Objectives: To assess the pre-test and post-test knowledge level regarding breast self-examination among BSc Nursing 2nd year students of MMINSR, SKIMS, Soura, to compare pre-test and post-test knowledge scores regarding breast self-examination among BSc Nursing 2nd year students of MMINSR, SKIMS, Soura, and to determine the association of pre-test knowledge scores regarding breast self-examination among BSc Nursing 2nd year students with selected demographical variables.

Methodology: Pre-experimental one-group pre-test post-test design was used. The setting chosen for the present study was MMINSR, SKIMS, Soura, Srinagar, Kashmir. The current study included 50 BSc Nursing 2nd year students selected by purposive sampling technique. A self-structured questionnaire was used.

Results: The pre-test showed that 62% of participants had moderate knowledge, 38% had inadequate knowledge, and none of the subjects had adequate knowledge. The post-test revealed that 86% had adequate knowledge, 14% had moderate knowledge, and none of the study subjects had inadequate knowledge.

Conclusion: Pre-test findings concluded that the study subjects had moderate knowledge regarding breast self-examination. So, there was a need to make them aware by educating them regarding breast self-examination.

How to cite this article:
Kumari D, Kachroo M, Akhtar K. Effectiveness of Video-assisted Teaching Programme on Knowledge regarding Breast Self-examination among BSc Nursing 2nd Year Students of MMINSR, SKIMS, Soura. Ind J Holist Nurs. 2022;13(4):8-13.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.24321/2348.2133.202215

Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge of Mothers of Under-five Children regarding Management of Febrile Convulsions at Selected Wards of SKIMS, Soura, Srinagar

Sat, 31 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Background: Febrile convulsion is one of the most common paediatric problems worldwide; it can be frightening, emotionally traumatic and anxiety provoking for parents, particularly mothers, which may lead to mis management.

Objectives: To assess the pre-test and post-test knowledge of mothers of under-five children, evaluate the effectiveness of the structured teaching programme on the knowledge of mothers of under-five children, and to find the association of their pre-test knowledge scores regarding the management of febrile convulsions with their selected demographic variables.

Methodology: A quantitative research approach with pre-experimental one-group pre-test post-test design was used in this study conducted on 50 mothers at SKIMS, Soura, Srinagar. The assessment of knowledge was done by using a self-structured interview schedule.

Results: The pre-test showed that 88% of respondents had inadequate knowledge, 12% had moderate knowledge, and none had adequate knowledge. Post-test showed that 78% had adequate knowledge, 22% 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. There was a non-significant association of pre-test knowledge scores of study subjects regarding the management of febrile convulsions with their selected demographic variables.

Conclusion: Majority of the study subjects had inadequate knowledge regarding the management of febrile convulsions which indicates that they need to gain awareness about the management of febrile convulsions. An increase in the knowledge of participants was seen after the administration of the structured teaching programme.

How to cite this article:
Naz H. Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge of Mothers of Under-five Children regarding Management of Febrile Convulsions at Selected Wards of SKIMS, Soura, Srinagar. Ind J Holist Nurs. 2022;13(4):14-20.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.24321/2348.2133.202216