A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme (STP) for Caregivers on Pre and Postoperative Care Knowledge and Practices for Clients Undergoing Cataract Surgery in Selected Camps at Bidar

Author Name: Aronica Jayaprabhu

Volume: 03/01

Country: India

DOI NO.: 11.2023-61555522 DOI Link: https://doi-ds.org/doilink/06.2025-75777936/GIJNR

Affiliation:

1. Assistant Professor, HKE Society College of Nursing, Kalaburagi, Karnataka, India  

ABSTRACT

Background: Cataract is the primary cause of reversible blindness in India. While surgical intervention restores vision, postoperative complications can still arise if caregivers lack proper knowledge about aftercare. Enhancing caregiver awareness is essential for maximizing outcomes of cataract interventions. Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of a structured teaching programme (STP) on caregiver knowledge and practices related to pre and postoperative care for patients undergoing cataract surgery in selected eye camps. Methodology: A quasi-experimental one-group pre-test post-test design was used. Sixty caregivers were selected using convenience sampling from camps organized in Bidar. A structured questionnaire assessed knowledge levels before and after the teaching intervention. The STP included visual aids and interactive teaching methods in local languages. Results: The mean pre-test knowledge score was 11.23 (SD=3.27), which significantly improved to 19.42 (SD=2.61) in the post-test. The majority of caregivers moved from moderate to adequate knowledge levels after the intervention. Statistical analysis showed a highly significant improvement (t=17.34, p<0.001). Demographic variables showed no significant association with knowledge improvement. Conclusion: Structured teaching Programme are highly effective in improving caregiver knowledge and can be integrated into community-based surgical outreach programs.

Key words: Cataract, Structured Teaching Programme, Caregivers, Eye Surgery, Health Education, Nursing Intervention