Assessment of Asthma Prevention Knowledge and Practices Among Rural Residents in Waghodia: A Descriptive Study

Author Name: Mr. Balram Kathaliya1, Ms. Bhargavi Parmar2, Ms. Divya C Parmar2 and Ms. Divya K Parmar2

Volume: 02/01

Country: India

DOI NO.: 11.2023-61555522 DOI Link: https://doi-ds.org/doilink/03.2024-53483612/GIJNR

Affiliation:

1. Assistant Professor, Parul Institute of Nursing, Parul University, Vadodara, Gujarat. India.
2. B.Sc. Nursing, Parul Institute of Nursing, Parul University, Vadodara, Gujarat. India.

ABSTRACT

Introduction: Asthma, a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airways, presents episodic breathing difficulties, affecting individuals across all age groups. The study aimed to assess the knowledge and practice regarding asthma prevention among rural residents in selected villages of Waghodia, Vadodara. Methods: This non-experimental descriptive study involved 100 rural individuals selected via convenient sampling. A structured knowledge questionnaire was administered to evaluate participants' understanding of asthma prevention. Descriptive statistics were used to analyze the collected data. Results: Analysis revealed a significant association between education level and previous knowledge with knowledge scores. However, demographic variables such as age, gender, education level, type of family, history of illness, previous knowledge, incidence, and treatment did not correlate significantly with practice scores. Conclusions: The study emphasizes the importance of education and previous knowledge in influencing knowledge scores regarding asthma prevention. However, it underscores the necessity for heightened attention and knowledge dissemination among rural populations regarding asthma prevention strategies.

Key words: Asthma, Knowledge, Practice Checklist, Rural Population.