A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Demonstration Method on Knowledge regarding Neonatal Care among Primi Postnatal Mothers in Selected CHC of Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh

Authors

  • Manjulata Tripathi Principal, Corporate College of Nursing, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India
  • MK Rangari Vice Principal, Corporate College of Nursing, Bhopal , Madhya Pradesh, India

Abstract

Background: This study was conducted to assess the effectiveness of demonstration method on knowledge regarding neonatal care among primi postnatal mothers.
Method: An experimental research approach was used to determine the effectiveness of demonstration method on the level of knowledge regarding neonatal care among primi postnatal mothers in selected CHC, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. The sample consisted of 60 primi postnatal mothers who met the sampling criteria. The participants were interviewed using structured questionnaires with multiple items including socio-demographic profile, parity, and gestational age at initial antenatal care, knowledge regarding neonatal care, thermoregulation, eye care, and skin care. A pre and post-test were used to assess their knowledge regarding neonatal care.
Result: The pre-test showed that most of the respondents (42 (70%)) had inadequate knowledge, 13 (21.66%) respondents had moderate knowledge, and only 5 (8.33%) mothers had adequate knowledge. After educational intervention, the level of knowledge of mothers increased, i.e. about 36 (60%) respondents gained adequate knowledge regarding neonatal care while 16 (26.66%) acquired a moderate level of knowledge.
Conclusion: The study proved that demonstration method can be useful to primi postnatal mothers for increasing their knowledge regarding neonatal care.

How to cite this article:
Tripathi M, Rangari MK. A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Demonstration Method on Knowledge regarding Neonatal Care among Primi Postnatal Mothers in Selected CHC of Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. Trends Nurs Adm Edu. 2021;10(1):14-16.

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2021-06-24