Knowledge Regarding Prevention Of Dengue Fever Among MPHW (F) Students In Narayana MPHW (F) Training Institution
Journal Title: Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research - Year 2015, Vol 3, Issue 6
Abstract
Introduction:- Dengue fever is a viral disease transmitted by mosquito usually aedes aegypti. Out breaks resembling dengue fever have been reported throughout history the first case reported throughout history. The first case report dates back from 1789 and is attributed to Benjamin rush who coined the term “break bone fever” because of symptoms of myalgia and etiology and the transmission by mosquitoes were only deciphered in the 20th century spread globally. Objectives: The aim of the present study is to assess the knowledge level regarding dengue fever among Multipurpose Health Workers (M.P.H.W) female students. Materials & Methods: Quantitative research approach design was adopted for the study which was conducted in Narayana MPHW (F) Training Institution, 30 students were recruited in the study by non probability convenience sampling technique. Structured questionnaire was used to collect the data. Data was analyzed by using descriptive and inferential statistics. Percentages of categorical variables were computed. Results: The findings obtained from the demographic variables by the analysis of the data with selected samples are having 93.3% are having moderate knowledge and 3.4% having adequate knowledge. There is significant relationship between the religion and level of knowledge regarding prevention of dengue fever. Conclusion: Structured teaching programme is necessary to improve the knowledge level among M.P.H.W (F) students.
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Mary Vineela. P
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