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ISSN Print: 2394-7500, ISSN Online: 2394-5869, CODEN: IJARPF

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Vol. 7, Issue 12, Part F (2021)

Knowledge, attitude and anxiety among dental practitioner during COVID-19 outbreak in India: A cross-sectional survey

Knowledge, attitude and anxiety among dental practitioner during COVID-19 outbreak in India: A cross-sectional survey

Author(s)
Dr. Moksha Nayak and Dr. Aysath Aphiya A
Abstract
Background: COVID-19 a potentially fatal disease has become a global public health concern. As understanding of this novel disease is evolving, dentist and professionals should have an in- depth knowledge, understanding and should be updated with the practices that have to be adapted to identify a possible COVID-19 infection.
Aim and Objectives: Present study aimed to explore the knowledge, attitude and anxiety among dental practitioner during COVID-19 outbreak in India.
Material and Methods: A total of 745 dentists participated in this cross-sectional survey and finally 727 constituted the final sample size. A self-administered, multiple choice type questionnaire (verified by a specialist) was administered to obtain information from the subjects. The questionnaire was divided into four parts and included 26 questions on demographic data, knowledge, attitude and anxiety awareness regarding COVID-19. Statistical analysis was done using Kruskal Wallis tests and Mann–Whitney U test.
Results: The maximum numbers of respondents were general dentists. About 85.4% of respondents had obtained sufficient knowledge during lockdown. Percentage of subjects who answered correctly regarding main symptoms of COVID-19 was 98.5%. Overall 56.5% of respondents showed satisfactory knowledge. About 52.3% respondents followed complete instructions from government. Among the respondents, majority of dentists (33.2%) were practicing only emergency procedures. Half of the practicing dentists were using PPE in their practice. Minimal symptom like anxiety (According to GAF) was observed in 57.6% of respondents.
Conclusion: The findings of the present study showed that majority of dental practitioners had sufficient knowledge regarding COVID-19 during lockdown. They were able to deal with pandemic situation by following a standard protocol. Positive attitude towards the COVID-19 pandemic was shown by the dental practitioners by following the government’s instruction in their clinical practice.
Pages: 360-365  |  407 Views  78 Downloads
How to cite this article:
Dr. Moksha Nayak, Dr. Aysath Aphiya A. Knowledge, attitude and anxiety among dental practitioner during COVID-19 outbreak in India: A cross-sectional survey. Int J Appl Res 2021;7(12):360-365.
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