Effect of structured teaching programme on knowledge regarding care of low birth weight babies among postnatal mothers
Journal Title: INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CURRENT RESEARCH - Year 2017, Vol 9, Issue 3
Abstract
Background: Inadequate knowledge of postnatal mothers regarding care of low birth weight babies will pave the way for increase in morbidity and mortality. There are only few studies that assessed their knowledge. Methodology: This prospective clinical trial was conducted at a tertiary care teaching hospital in south India. Postnatal mothers knowledge, before and after structured teaching programme was assessed in 75 postal natal mothers. Results: Knowledge of postnatal mothers after structured programme was significantly high. Conclusion: Structured teaching programme is effective in enhancing the knowledge level of postnatal mothers.
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Jayaranjini, K. , Dr. P. Vetriselvi
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