Umbilical Cord Care: The Knowledge, Attitude and Practice among Mothers in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State, South- East Nigeria.
Journal Title: International Journal of Medical Science and Innovative Research (IJMSIR) - Year 2018, Vol 3, Issue 7
Abstract
Background: Majority of Neonatal deaths are believed to be due to infections. Some of these infections start as umbilical cord infection. This has led to high neonatal mortality and morbidity especially in developing countries. Umbilical cord care and practices by mothers are diverse. This study aims to determine mothers’ knowledge, attitude and practices of umbilical cord care in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State, South- East Nigeria. Methods: The study subjects included 273 women attending antenatal clinics and mothers who brought their babies to Well Baby/Immunization in three Hospitals in Abakaliki. Information obtained were on mother’s age, parity, educational status, place of delivery and ethnic group as well as what constituted cord care for their infants and when cord care was commenced. Data collection was done by the Paediatric resident doctors supervised by their consultants. Data was analyzed using Epi Info 7. 1. 3. 10 of CDC Atlanta. Results: Women who had good knowledge of cord care were those aged 26 years and above (60.34%) and Teaching Hospital paturients (37.07%). Majority (84.25%) mainly secondary and tertiary educated use methylated spirit, others especially those from rural areas and with low education still use Vaseline or toothpaste or dusting powder and scent leaf local herb. Conclusion: There are still gaps in knowledge, attitude and practice of cord care among mothers at all levels. Periodic and quality health education on cord care should be given and sustained at all levels of contact.
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Asiegbu OG
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