Vol. 4, Issue 7, Part A (2018)

Abstract
The present cross sectional descriptive study was conducted in NTR Nagar, Nellore with the aim to identify the knowledge regarding open field defecation among adults.100 adults were selected by using simple random sampling technique. Data was collected by using structured questionnaire. The results revealed that 10% adult had adequate knowledge followed by 20% had moderately adequate and remaining 70% had inadequate knowledge regarding open field defecation. The study concluded that needs awareness programmes and education required to adults to improve the knowledge on problems of open field defecation and thereby retrench the effects of open field defecation.