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Knowledge and practices regarding injury care among stone quartz workers
R R Tiwari1, R Narayan, H N Saiyed
1Occupational Medicine Division, National Institute of Occupational Health, Meghani Nagar, Ahmedabad-380016, Gujarat, India.
Indian Journal of Medical Sciences
|August 21, 2003
Summary
Stone quartz workers exhibit poor knowledge and inappropriate practices regarding injury care. Many neglect wounds, believing they will heal spontaneously, highlighting a critical need for improved health education and interventions.
Area of Science:
- Occupational Health
- Public Health
- Injury Prevention
Background:
- Stone quartz workers face significant risks of injury in their occupation.
- Limited understanding of proper injury care can lead to complications and long-term health issues.
- Socio-economic factors and illiteracy may influence health-related knowledge and practices.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the knowledge and practices related to injury care among stone quartz workers.
- To identify gaps in understanding and application of appropriate wound management techniques.
- To provide baseline data for developing targeted health interventions.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional study was conducted in Chhotaudepur.
- 137 stone quartz workers (54.7% males, 45.3% females) participated.
- Data collected on socio-demographic factors, knowledge, and practices regarding injury care.
Main Results:
- 85.4% of workers were illiterate and belonged to lower socio-economic strata.
- Only 56.2% intended to consult a doctor for injuries.
- 32.2% believed wounds would heal spontaneously, indicating poor injury care knowledge and practices.
Conclusions:
- Stone quartz workers demonstrate inadequate knowledge and inappropriate practices concerning injury care.
- There is a pressing need for educational programs to improve awareness and promote timely medical attention for injuries in this population.
- Interventions should address socio-economic barriers and promote evidence-based injury management strategies.