A study to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on care of low Birth weight among mothers of LBW newborns in selected hospitals at Jalgaon
Author Name: Mrs. Alka Nandeshwar
Volume: 01/01
Country: India
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Affiliation:
- Researcher Scholar (Nursing), Malwanchal University, Indore, M.P., India
ABSTRACT
The birth weight of an infant is the single most important determinant of its chances of survival, healthy growth and development. One of the factors contributing to infant mortality is low birth weight. OBJECTIVES OF THE STUDY-1.To assess the pre-existing knowledge score of them others regarding care of LBW newborns.2.To assess the post test knowledge score of the mothers regarding care of LBW newborns. METHODS: An evaluative research approach with pre-experimental design was used for the study. The study was conducted at selected hospital in jalgaon city. The sample comprised of 60 mothers of LBW newborns. Sample was selected by using purposive sampling technique. Formal written permission from hospital authorities was obtained prior to data collection process. Data was collected using a self structured questioner. RESULTS: The results of this study showed that highest percentage (40%) of mothers were in the age group of 22-25 years.. Knowledge score of mothers regarding care of LBW newborns showed that the pre-test knowledge score with the pre-test mean of 11.05, whereas the post-test score with a mean of 18.93.The findings of the study concluded that mothers had inadequate knowledge regarding care of LBW newborns. The structured teaching programme on care of LBW newborns was highly effective in improving the knowledge of mothers regarding care of LBW newborns
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