Original Research Article
Year: 2020 | Month: December | Volume: 10 | Issue: 12 | Pages: 274-279
Effectiveness of “Need Based Education on Homecare of Nephrotic Syndrome” on Knowledge and Practice among Care Givers of Children with Nephrotic Syndrome
Shivani Negi1, Vandana Chauhan2, Rajkumari Sylvia Devi3
1PG Student, 2Assistant Professor, 3Associate Professor, Himalayan College of Nursing, Dehradun, Uttarakhand
Corresponding Author: Vandana Chauhan
ABSTRACT
Introduction: Nephrotic Syndrome predominately seen among children. It is different in many ways from adults that are causes, sign and symptoms, and recovery, therefore require special attention. Regular admission in hospital and relapse can be responsible for distress among family members, motivating and involving parents in the care of these children is extremely important, necessary information about the condition, its treatment course and risk of adverse effects must be provided to them.
Methodology: Quantitative approach with one group pretest posttest design was selected for this study. Total 53 participants were selected through total enumeration sampling technique. Structured knowledge questionnaire and self-reported practice checklist were used to collect the data which were analyzed by differential and inferential statistical methods.
Result: The findings of the study reveals that the mean posttest knowledge score (19.8 ±2.47) and practice score (15.9±1.99) was higher than the mean pretest knowledge score (13.9±2.92) and practice score (14.7±1.99). The calculated “t” value for knowledge (t = 10.2) and practice (t = 8.00) at p < 0.05 was higher than the tabulated value (t52 = 2), indicates highly significant result. The knowledge and practice has been improved after administering need based education.
Conclusion: The study concluded that the need based education on home care of nephrotic syndrome was highly beneficial for enhancing the knowledge and practice of caregivers.
Key words: Nephrotic Syndrome, Knowledge, Practice, Children and Care givers.