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Vol. 6, Issue 5, Part D (2020)
Effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge regarding osteoarthritis among middle aged adults in selected rural areas of Moodbidri
Effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge regarding osteoarthritis among middle aged adults in selected rural areas of Moodbidri
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Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis, affecting millions of people around the world. Often called wear-and-tear arthritis, osteoarthritis occurs when the protective cartilage on the ends of bones wears down over time. Its high prevalence especially in elder patients and high rate of disability make it a leading cause of disability. Indian studies reveal that 5% of the aged. Indian population is affected by osteoarthritis and the incidence of osteoarthritis is increasing by 5% of the population every year.
Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis, affecting millions of people around the world. Often called wear-and-tear arthritis, osteoarthritis occurs when the protective cartilage on the ends of bones wears down over time. Its high prevalence especially in elder patients and high rate of disability make it a leading cause of disability. Indian studies reveal that 5% of the aged. Indian population is affected by osteoarthritis and the incidence of osteoarthritis is increasing by 5% of the population every year.
Objective: The objectives of the study were 1. To asses the pre-test knowledge regarding osteoarthritis among middle aged adults. 2. To find the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge regarding osteoarthritis among middle aged adults. 3. To find the association between the pre-test knowledge scores and selected demographic variables.
Research methodology: A quantitative (evaluative) approach and pre-experimental research design with one group pre-test post –test, with a total of 60 middle aged adults were included in the study. Purposive sampling technique was used for selecting the sample. Demographic proforma and structure interview schedule were used to collect data from middle aged adults. Analyses were done by using the descriptive and inferential statistics.
Results: In this study, it has been revealed that, there was significant difference between the mean pre-test and the mean post-test knowledge score (t(59)=32, table value t(59)=1.670, p<0.05), which shows that the structured teaching programme was effective in increasing the knowledge score of middle aged adults of selected rural areas. This showed that the structured teaching programme was effective.
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How to cite this article:
M Luxmi Devi, Nithyananda Mogera. Effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge regarding osteoarthritis among middle aged adults in selected rural areas of Moodbidri. Int J Appl Res 2020;6(5):234-236.
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