Study to assess the effectiveness of hands-on skill training programme on knowledge regarding first aid for choking in children among caregivers of under five children at selected rural area..

Abstract

A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Hands-On Skill Training Programme on Knowledge Regarding First Aid for Choking Among Caregivers of Under-Five Children at Selected Rural Area. Objectives of the Study:1. To assess the existing knowledge regarding first aid for choking among caregivers of under-five children. 2.To evaluate the effectiveness of hands-on skill training programme on knowledge regarding first aid for choking.3. To determine the association between pre-test knowledge scores and selected demographic variables of caregivers. Methodology: A pre-experimental one-group pre-test post-test design was used for the study. The study was conducted in selected rural areas. A total of 120 caregivers of under-five children were selected using a non-probability purposive sampling technique. A structured knowledge questionnaire and observational checklist were used as data collection tools. Pre-test was conducted, followed by a structured hands-on skill training programme. Post-test assessment was done using the same tools. Data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics.Results: The findings revealed that the mean pre-test knowledge score was 14.72 (SD = 2.76), which increased to 23.57 (SD = 2.15) in the post-test. The mean skill score improved from 15.55 (SD = 2.92) to 24.86 (SD = 1.32) after the training. The paired t-test values were significant (p < 0.05), indicating the effectiveness of the intervention. A statistically significant association was found between pre-test knowledge and selected demographic variables such as education and previous exposure to first aid. Conclusion:The hands-on skill training programme was effective in significantly improving the knowledge and skills of caregivers regarding first aid for choking among under-five children. This study highlights the need for regular community-based first aid training to reduce preventable childhood emergencies in rural areas..