scholarly journals A PRE EXPERMENTAL STUDY TO ASSESS THE EFFECTIVENESS OF A STRUCTURED TEACHING PROGRAM ON KNOWLEDGE REGARDING NECROTIZING ENTEROCOLITIS AMONG PRIMIGRAVIDA MOTHERS IN PEDIATRIC WARD OF SHRI MAHANT INDRESH HOSPITAL

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (11) ◽  
pp. 239-244
Author(s):  
Preeti Negi ◽  
Praveen Sharma ◽  
Archana a
Keyword(s):  
Necrotizing Enterocolitis ◽  
First Language ◽  
Mode Of Delivery ◽  
Knowledge Score ◽  
Teaching Program ◽  
Monthly Income ◽  
Knowledge Questionnaire ◽  
Inadequate Knowledge ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Level Of Significance

Necrotizing Enter colitis (NEC) is the devastating disease that affects mostly the intestine of premature infants. The wall of the intestine is invaded by bacteria, which cause local infection and inflammation that can ultimately destroy the wall of the wall of the bowel. NEC can develop in any new born within 2 weeks after birth. However it is most common in pre mature infants.NEC can be staged into three groups, to guide appropriate treatment based on the work of Bell et al. . In general, stage I and II are managed medically whereas stage III is managed surgically.Trigger factors (i.e. prenatal hypoxia, mild infection or formula feeding) cause focal mild intestinal mucosal injury. In the presence of proliferation of commensal bacteria, local breakdown of mucosal barrier may cause entry of bacterial products (e.g. lipo polysaccharides, platelet-activating factor). Aim: The aim of the study was to assess the knowledge regarding necrotizing enterocolitis Method And Materials: A pre experimental study used to accomplish the objectives. Study was undertaken on 60 primigravida mothers in pediatric ward in Shri Mahant Indresh Hospital Dehradun by using convenient sampling technique. Participants were selected on the basis of inclusion and exclusion criteria Structure knowledge questionnaire , observation , pre test , post test were used to asses knowledge and practice. Conceptual Framework: Conceptual framework acts as a building blocks for study. In this study , modified General system theory was used as the investigator aim as to assess the pre test knowledge and post test knowledge regarding necrotizing enterocolitis. Result:There is highest percentage of primigravida mothers according to their Table and Graph shows the Age interval wise distribution of the study subjects. It is illustrated from table that the majority of the participant 26(43.3%) in were 26-30 year compare to another age interval in our study. The Area of Residence wise distribution of the study subjects. It is illustrated from table that the majority of the participant 26(43.3%) in were Rural compare to another Area of Residence in our study. The Monthly Income of Family wise distribution of the study subjects. It is illustrated from table that the majority of the participant 21(35.0%) in were >40000 compare to another Monthly Income of Family in our study. The Occupation wise distribution of the study subjects. It is illustrated from table that the majority of the participant 25(41.7%) in were Gov employee compare to another Occupation in our study. The First Language wise distribution of the study subjects. It is illustrated from table that the majority of the participant 49(81.7%) in were the Religion wise distribution of the study subjects. It is illustrated from table that the majority of the participant 49(81.7%) in were Hindu compare to another Religion in our study. the Education wise distribution of the study subjects. It is illustrated from table that the majority of the participant 23(38.3%) in were High School compare to another Education in our study. the Type of Family wise distribution of the study subjects. It is illustrated from table that the majority of the participant 40(66.7%) in were Nuclear compare to another Type of Family in our study. Table and Graph shows the Mode of Delivery wise distribution of the study subjects. It is illustrated from table that the majority of the participant 37(61.7%) in were Normal compare to another Mode Of Delivery in our study. the Pre Test Level wise distribution of the study subjects. It is illustrated from table that the majority of the participant 55(91.7%) in were Inadequate Knowledge compare to another Pre Test Level in our study. There is significant difference between the pre-test and post test score of knowledge questionnaires was demonstrated by using paired test and computed between pre test and post test knowledge score. The value of paired test of knowledge score is 15.20 with the table value of 2.02 at 0.05 level of significance was found to be highly significant relationship between pre test and post test scores .So, in this study it was found that Structural teaching program was effective in improving the knowledge level among the primigravida mothers regarding necrotizing enter colitis. The study proved that there was no association found between knowledge score and selected demographic variables of age of primigravida mothers, Area of residence , Monthly income of family , Occupation , First language , Religion , Education , Socio economic status , Type of family , Mode of delivery at 0.05 level of significance. Hence the research hypothesis H2 is not accepted. The study proved that there is no significant association between knowledge scores with their selected demographic variables. Discussion:Based on the objectives of the study, a knowledge questionnaire was used to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching program. It was considered to be appropriate instrument. Conclusion: Study revealed that in response to knowledge questionnaires in Pre test of subject 0% have adequate knowledge and that was increased to 55%. Moderate knowledge score in pre test was 5% that was reduced to 40%. Inadequate knowledge score in pre test was 8.3% that was to 0% in post test. This indicate that Structural teaching program are effective in improving knowledge.

Breastfeeding Techniques: Outcome on Knowledge among Postnatal Primi Mothers

2021 ◽  
pp. 322-324
Author(s):  
Lavanya Suku ◽  
Santhi Appavu
Keyword(s):  
Research Design ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Knowledge Score ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Teaching Program ◽  
Teaching Programme ◽  
Purposive Sampling ◽  
Knowledge Questionnaire ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Level Of Significance

The study aimed at assessing the effect of video teaching programme on knowledge regarding breastfeeding techniques among postnatal primi mothers. Methods: A quantitative research approach with one group pretest posttest research design was adopted. The sample consisted of 60 postnatal primi mothers selected by purposive sampling. Knowledge questionnaire and was prepared to assess the knowledge which was administered by using interiew technique. Video teaching program on breastfeeding techniques was given for 30 minutes. Various aspects of breastfeeding techniques were included in this teaching program. Posttest was done after one week with the same questionnaire. Results: the mean posttest knowledge score (16.78) was significantly higher than the mean pretest knowledge (10.11) the calculated “t” value for knowledge is 18.67 was higher than the table value of 0.05 level of significance. Conclusion: These results support that the video teaching program was effective in improving the knowledge of postnatal primi mothers regarding breastfeeding techniques.

scholarly journals AYUSHMAN BHARAT - PMJAY

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (12) ◽  
pp. 462-470
Author(s):  
Lavanya Nandan ◽  
Prachi Sahni ◽  
Ann Gladis Sunny
Keyword(s):  
Test Scores ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Knowledge Score ◽  
Demographic Variables ◽  
Knowledge Questionnaire ◽  
Pearson Coefficient ◽  
Post Test ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Z Value ◽  
Level Of Significance

A pre-experimental study to assess effectiveness of folk media on the knowledge and perception regarding Ayushman Bharat-PMJAY among selected population of U.P. was conducted with the objective to assess the effectiveness of folk media on the knowledge and perception regarding Ayushman Bharat-PMJAY among selected population of U.P. Pre experimental research design was adopted and non-probability convenient sampling technique was used to select the sample. A structured questionnaire of 25 questions and perception likert scale of 10 items was prepared to assess the knowledge and perception of population regarding Ayushman Bharat-PMJAY. A structured knowledge questionnaire and structured perception scale on Ayushman Bharat -PMJAY (pre-test) was administered to the group, followed by administration of folk media on the Day-1. Then on Day-7, post-test was conducted. Data obtained were analyzed and interpreted by using both descriptive and inferential statistics in terms of frequency, percentages, mean, and S.D. score. Findings showed that: majority of population i.e. 47 (78.33%) were having good knowledge whereas 12 of these samples (20%) were having excellent knowledge and 1 of these samples were having poor knowledge. It was evident from the results that the mean post-test knowledge and practice score were more than mean pre-test scores. Findings showed that folk media was effective to gain knowledge and favorable perception regarding Ayushman Bharat -PMJAY. majority of samples i.e. 48 (40%) were having favorable perception and only 12(60%) samples were having neutral perception. The calculated Z value (2.10) for knowledge and the calculated Z value (4.06) for perception is greater than the tabulated Z value (1.645) at 0.05 level of significance at (df =59) which concluded that the Folk Media was effective in improving the knowledge and perception towards Ayushman Bharat -PMJAY among selected population of U.P.Chi square test was done showed that there was significant association between the mean post-test knowledge score with selected demographic variables. It was also showed that there was a significant association between the mean post-test perception score with selected demographic variables. The Karl Pearson coefficient of correlation was computed (r = 0.19) which indicate no relationship between the knowledge post-test scores and perception post-test scores regarding Ayushman Bharat-PMJAY among selected population of U.P.

scholarly journals Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Program on Knowledge Regarding the Use on Spacer Among Parents of Bronchial Asthmatic Children Admitted in the Pediatric Wards in Different Hospitals

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 117-126
Author(s):  
Midhu Kurian ◽  
Livana PH
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Score ◽  
Teaching Program ◽  
Knowledge Use ◽  
Design Data ◽  
Test Analysis ◽  
Asthmatic Children ◽  
Asthma Attack ◽  
Inadequate Knowledge ◽  
Structured Teaching ◽  
Post Test

Use of spacer among bronchial asthmatic children presents a different set of challenges for their parents. Use of spacer in asthmatic children consider being successful, it requires an accurate understanding by the parents of asthmatic children admitted in the pediatric ward to have adequate skills regarding the use of a spacer. The present study “A study to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching program on knowledge regarding the use of spacer among parents of Bronchial Asthmatic children admitted in the pediatric wards in Different Hospitals,  Uttarakhand”. The Objective  evaluate the effectiveness of structured teaching program on the use of a spacer among parents of bronchial asthmatic children by comparing pre and post-test knowledge The nature of the study was pre-experimental. The study was conducted in Different Hospitals, Uttarakhand. The research design used for the study was one group pre-test and one group post-test design. Data collected using non-probability convenient sampling. The pilot study was conducted with a constructed tool with which it as found reliable respectively. The data were collected to evaluate the effectiveness of structured teaching program on knowledge regarding the use of spacer among 30 parents of bronchial asthmatic children. The data collected were analysed and interpreted by using descriptive and inferential statistics. Major findings of the study are the highest percentage (53.3%) and the lowest percentage (10%) of the child had suffered from asthma. There is the highest percentage of children 53.3% in the age group of more than 14 years.  The education of parents reveals that the highest percentage of 33.3% of mothers and 40% of fathers had secondary education. Pre-test analysis revealed that 90% of parents are having inadequate knowledge and 10% of the parents are having moderate knowledge regarding the use of spacer and that can cause the problems of an asthma attack in children. It can be concluded that pre-test knowledge score was less among parents on asthmatic children. After implementing a structured teaching program the knowledge score was increased. So it was effective in increasing knowledge. Keywords: knowledge; use of spacer; parents; bronchial asthmatic;  children

scholarly journals EFFECTIVENESS OF NURSE LED INTERVENTION ON KNOWLEDGE REGARDING PATIENT SAFETY GOALS IN HOSPITAL

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-2
Author(s):  
Praveen Sharma ◽  
Anisha Naire
Keyword(s):  
Patient Safety ◽  
Knowledge Score ◽  
Mean Difference ◽  
Care Organization ◽  
Staff Nurse ◽  
Information Booklet ◽  
Knowledge Questionnaire ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Structured Knowledge ◽  
Level Of Significance

Patient safety is another healthcare issue in the medical care organization that incorporates the reducing and preventing Medical fault that regularly prompts destructive patient safety out comes, so that why it is conduct a pre experimental study to assess the effectiveness of nurse led intervention on knowledge regarding patient safety goals in hospital among staff nurse at selected hospital, Indore. The aim of study to assess the effectiveness of nurse led intervention. In this study 80 staff nurse was selected by using Non probability convenient sampling techniques. Pre- interventional knowledge level was assessed by self structured knowledge questionnaire. The data collect was analyzed by using descriptive and inferential statistics. The average (Mean = standard deviation) knowledge scoring in pre-test to measure the pre-existed knowledge about patient safety goal in hospital to be 14.09±4.45 points and knowledge score at post test found to be 27.74 ±3.16 points. The mean difference of 13.65 points in knowledge scoring between pre – interventional and post – interventional. The t value is 22.37 at df 79 (6.1) at 0.05 level of significance. Which clearly showed the effectiveness of nurse led intervention on knowledge of staff nurse regarding patient safety goal in hospital. The positive mean difference of knowledge score shows that information booklet was effective.

scholarly journals Effectiveness of School-Based Teaching Program on Knowledge Regarding Recognition and Management of Adolescent's Suicidal Behavior Among School Teachers in Selected Schools, Sikkim

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Wanrinylla Marbaniang ◽  
Champa Sharma ◽  
Arkierupaia Shadap
Keyword(s):  
Suicidal Behavior ◽  
Secondary School Teachers ◽  
Knowledge Score ◽  
Teaching Program ◽  
School Teachers ◽  
School Based ◽  
Knowledge Questionnaire ◽  
Post Test ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Teaching Programs

Abstract Objective Suicide is a global public health concern. It is the second leading cause of death among 15 to 29 years old. Suicide ideation often emerges in adolescence and is prevalent among this age group. With the help of leaders, teachers as mentors can play an effective role in the prevention of suicide among children and young adults. The present study was performed to assess the effectiveness of school-based teaching programs on knowledge regarding the recognition and management of adolescent's suicidal behavior among school teachers. Materials and Methods A quantitative research approach with a pre-experimental (one group pre-test and post-test) research design was adopted. The study was conducted at Government schools of East Sikkim among 80 secondary school teachers. The samples were assigned through the purposive sampling technique. A pre-designed knowledge questionnaire was used to assess the knowledge of schoolteachers. A pre-test was conducted during the first week of data collection, which was followed by a school-based teaching program regarding recognition and management of adolescents' suicidal behavior on the second week. A post-test was conducted during the fourth week using the same pre-designed knowledge questionnaire. Data analysis was done using the SPSS version 25 applying descriptive and inferential statistical methods. Results The study findings revealed that in pre-test knowledge score, 5% had good knowledge, whereas in post-test, score 50% had good knowledge regarding recognition and management of adolescent's suicidal behavior. The mean score during the pre-test was 12.78 ± 2.87 and the mean score during the post-test was 16.44 ± 2.50. The computed paired “t” value (11.9) was higher than the tabled value (t79 = 1.99; p < 0.05). An association was found between pre-test knowledge score regarding recognition and management of adolescent's suicidal behavior with gender, religion, and years of working experience at p < 0.05 level. Conclusion The study concluded that school-based teaching programs helped secondary school teachers to improve their knowledge regarding adolescents' suicidal behavior. The gain in knowledge from the school-based teaching program will help them recognize and manage adolescents with suicidal behavior and initiate appropriate referrals in the future.

Effectiveness of Video Assisted Teaching Programme (VATP) on Prevention and Management of Child Abuse Among Mothers of Children in Selected Rural Area, Mangalore

Med Phoenix ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 66-70
Author(s):  
Chandani Malla ◽  
Dipa Khaling Rai ◽  
Pramila Poudel ◽  
Shridhar Hodlur
Keyword(s):  
Child Abuse ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Knowledge Score ◽  
Teaching Programme ◽  
Video Assisted ◽  
Knowledge Questionnaire ◽  
Inadequate Knowledge ◽  
Abuse And Neglect ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Structured Knowledge

Background: Every child has a right to a safe childhood and a life free from violence. The experience of child abuse and neglect infringe upon that right. 1 Health education will improve the knowledge level of the mothers so that proper awareness can be built towards the prevention  and management of child abuse. The overall aim of the study was to assess the effectiveness of video assisted teaching programme on prevention and management of child abuse among mothers of children.Method: Pre-experimental approach with one group pre-test - post-test design was adopted to accomplish the objectives. Non probability Purposive sampling technique was used to select the sample of 100 mothers and semi-structured knowledge questionnaire was developed to assess the knowledge level.Results: The findings of the study revealed that most (57%) of the mothers had moderate knowledge and majority (43%) of the mothers had inadequate knowledge regarding prevention and management of child abuse. After administration of video assisted teaching programme (VATP), the posttest knowledge score (25.28± 2.025) was higher than the pretest knowledge score (11.03± 2.213). The calculated ‘t’ value in knowledge (48.668; p< 0.05) was greater than the table value (1.98) at 0.05 level of significance.Conclusions: The present study revealed that the mothers have lack of knowledge on prevention and management of child abuse and the overall findings of the study proved that there was a highly significant increase in the knowledge of the mothers on prevention and management of child abuse following the administration of the VATP. Therefore it was concluded that the VATP was highly effective in improving the knowledge of the mothers on prevention and management of child abuse. Med Phoenix. Vol. 3, Issue. 1, 2018, Page: 66-70                                                         

The Effectiveness Of Self Instructional Module On Knowledge Regarding HIV Among Drivers (Preprint)

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tamil Selvi
Keyword(s):  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Hiv Infections ◽  
Demographic Variables ◽  
Monthly Income ◽  
Purposive Sampling ◽  
Adequate Knowledge ◽  
Inadequate Knowledge ◽  
Instructional Module ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Level Of Knowledge

BACKGROUND HIV infection is one of the most leading infections in the world. According to WHO HIV constitutes to be a major global public health issue, having claimed almost 33 million so far. There were an estimation of 38.0 million people living with the HIV at the end of 2019. As a result of concerted international efforts to respond to HIV , coverage of services has been steadily increasing. In 2019, 68% of adults and 53% of children living with HIV globally were receiving lifelong antiretroviral therapy (ART). There is no cure of HIV infections , however effective antiretroviral drugs can the control of virus and help onward transmission to other people. The knowledge regarding HIV infections in the public is a not much. The study focuses on the effectiveness of self instructional module on knowledge regarding the HIV among the drivers in Kancheepuram, Chennai. The objectives of the study was to assess the pre and post test of the self instructional module. For the study 60 samples were adopted by purposive sampling technique. The pre test was conducted by giving the structured questionnare then the module was given and then the post assessment was conducted. The study was conducted for 1 week. In the pre assessment 52(86.7%) were having inadequate knowledge and 8(13.3%) had moderately inadequate knowledge. In the post test 50(83.33%) had moderately adequate knowledge and 10(16.67%) has adequate knowledge. The effectivess of self instructional module was calculated by the paired t test (t=12.880) was found to be statistically highly significant at p<0.001 OBJECTIVE To assess the pre test level of existing knowledge on HIV among drivers. (2)To determine the effectiveness of self instructional module on HIV among drivers. (3)To find the association between the level of knowledge with their selected demographic variables METHODS Quantative research approach and pre experimental one group pre test post test design was used to assess the effectiveness of self instructional module on HIV to drivers. After obtaining permission from Saveetha College Of Nursing , the investigator selected 60 drivers by using purposive sampling technique. The sample who met the inclusion criteria were selected by purposive sampling technique . The investigator introduced and explained the purpose of the study to the samples and obtain the written confirmed. The purpose of the study were explained to the drivers. Section A: It consist of the demographic variables which include Age, sex, education. Occupation, monthly income, religion, marital status, type of family and dietary pattern.Section B- It consist 25 multiple choice questions to assess the effectiveness of self instructional module. RESULTS The drivers most of them 26(43.3%) were in the age group of 41 – 50 years, all 60(100%) were male, 45(75%) were private employee, 21(35%) had monthly income of 9000 – 11000 and above 11000 respectively, 45(75%) were married, 32(53.3%) belonged to nuclear family 45(75%) were non-vegetarian. Section B : Assess the pretest level of existing knowledge on HIV among drivers. The finding of the pretest 52(86.67%) had inadequate knowledge and 8(13.33%) had moderately adequate knowledge. Whereas in the post test, 50(83.33%) had moderately adequate knowledge and 10( 16.67%) had adequate knowledge on HIV among drivers CONCLUSIONS The findings revealed that the existing level of knowledge on HIV among drivers was improve the knowledge about HIV to be effective awareness by administered self instructional module

scholarly journals A Study to Assess Effectiveness of Instructional Teaching Programme on Level of Knowledge and Practices of Prevention of Pneumonia among Mothers of under Five Children in Selected Villages, Kanchipuram District, Tamil Nadu, India

2021 ◽  
pp. 113-119
Author(s):  
P. Jegin ◽  
S. Subbulakshmi ◽  
M. Dinesh Kumar ◽  
J. Dayana ◽  
E. Elakiya
Keyword(s):  
Tamil Nadu ◽  
Knowledge Score ◽  
Teaching Programme ◽  
Under Five ◽  
Under Five Children ◽  
Adequate Knowledge ◽  
Inadequate Knowledge ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
The Mean

Back ground: An experimental study was conducted to assess the effects of instructional teaching programme (ITP) on knowledge and practices of mothers regarding prevention of pneumonia in children, Pooncherry, Chengalpattu District, Tamil Nadu, India.Objectives of the study were to assess the effectiveness of ITP on prevention of pneumonia on level of knowledge and practices among mothers of under five children. Materials and Methods: Non probability purposive technique was adopted for this study. Samples who met inclusion criteria were participated in the study. Self-structured interview schedule for knowledge  and structured rating scale for practices were used to collect the data. Results: The study results shows that in the pre test 15.13 % of the mothers had adequate knowledge, 24.34 % of the mothers were had moderately adequate knowledge and 60.53 % of the mothers had inadequate knowledge and  and in post test 63.17% of mothers were had adequate knowledge, 28.94% of the mothers had moderately adequate knowledge and very few (8.55% ) mothers had inadequate knowledge. Pre test practices score shows that 63.82 % of the mothers had less desirable practice, 22.37% of the mothers had moderate desirable practices and 13.81% were had highly desirable practices whereas in the post test 63.82% of them had highly desirable practice, 23.03% of them had moderate desirable practices and 13.16% of them had less desirable practices. The mean pretest knowledge score was 5.45 ± 1.47 and the mean posttest knowledge score was 8.49 ± 0.71 and the t value was 15.17, it shows that statistically there was an improvement in the post test knowledge score. The mean pretest practice score was 22.38 ± 2.76, the mean posttest practice score was 43.64 ±1.97 and the t value was 13.35, it shows that statistically there was a significant improvement in the post test practice score. The instructional teaching programme on prevention of pneumonia was statistically effective in promoting the knowledge and desirable practices among mothers.

scholarly journals A study to assess the effectiveness of mind mapping technique vs lecture method regarding psychological test on knowledge among nursing students at St. James College of Nursing, Chalakudy

2019 ◽  
pp. 2
Author(s):  
Christy Antony
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Students ◽  
Knowledge Score ◽  
Psychological Test ◽  
Mapping Technique ◽  
Mind Mapping ◽  
Lecture Method ◽  
Post Test ◽  
College Of Nursing ◽  
Level Of Significance ◽  
Mapping Group

Background: Mind maps are highly effective visual aids that enable students to group together different ideas and enable teachers to present ideas visually and assess their students’ conceptual development and understanding. The present study was to assess effectiveness of mind mapping technique vs lecture method regarding psychological test on knowledge among nursing students at St. James College of Nursing Chalakudy. The study included 50 first year B.Sc. nursing students, 25 in lecture group and 25 in mind mapping group. Materials and methods: A Quasi-experimental non randomized control group design was adopted and nonprobability convenient sampling technique was used to select the samples. Structured teaching programme regarding psychological test was administered on both group and knowledge level of the students was evaluated immediately after the teaching (‘0 day’) and 7th day to assess the retention of knowledge. Data collected by using structured questionnaire and analysed by using descriptive and inferential statistics.   Results:The study revealed that the mean post test knowledge score of students on ’0’day in mind mapping group is (13.52) higher than the lecture group (9). The calculated t value (7.66) is higher than the table value (6.06) at 0.05 level of significance. The mean of the post test knowledge of students on 7th day by using mind map score is 13.32, it is higher than mean of the lecture method knowledge score (8.80). The calculated t value is (7.92) is greater than the table value (2.60) at 0.05 level of significance. Conclusion: There for it can be concluded that the mind mapping teaching method is very effective than lecture method among the nursing student on psychological test. The study shows that mind mapping technique help the student to learn, recall, organize and make information meaningful. So they can perform and get good result in examination by using mind mapping technique.

scholarly journals Effect of an educational training intervention on rapid tranquillisation usage – a pilot nursing study in a public hospital in Singapore

2018 ◽  
Vol 28 (2) ◽  
pp. 90-95
Author(s):  
Bharathi Balasundaram ◽  
Soak Yee Loh ◽  
Pallavi Nadkarni ◽  
Li Na Jiang ◽  
Mahesh Jayaram ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Standard Deviation ◽  
Public Hospital ◽  
Knowledge Score ◽  
Average Score ◽  
Training Intervention ◽  
Educational Training ◽  
Knowledge Questionnaire ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Medical Wards ◽  
Study Designs

Background: Studies evaluating nursing educational initiatives in rapid tranquillisation procedures are lacking. Objective: This pilot study in a public hospital in Singapore evaluated the effect of an educational training intervention on knowledge and confidence of nurses using rapid tranquillisation in two medical wards. Method: The study design was a pilot pre- and post-test single-group design on a voluntary sample of 75 nurses. The educational training intervention comprised of a 60 min interactive presentation followed by a small-group-based case discussion conducted by an advanced nurse practitioner. Knowledge was measured using a ‘test the knowledge’ questionnaire; a Likert scale measured perceived level of confidence. Results: The knowledge score (overall score = 11) was significantly improved from pre-training (average score: 5.1 (standard deviation, 1.3)) to post-training (average score: 8.1 (standard deviation, 1.8)), t = −12.61, p < 0.001. The participants were more confident after training ( p < 0.001). Conclusion: This study has shown that a classroom training intervention of nurses in rapid tranquillisation procedures improved knowledge and confidence in dealing with patient violence in hospitals and added to the safe practice of rapid tranquillisation. Further studies evaluating the long-term and clinical impact of training with more rigorous study designs are needed to replicate these promising findings.

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