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Preschool childrens knowledge about health and safety in Turkey

Bengu Cetinkaya1, Turkan Turan1

  • 1Pamukkale University Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Pediatric Nursing, Turkey.

JPMA. the Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association
|December 4, 2018
PubMed

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Preschool children

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Health
  • Child Safety Education

Background:

  • Child health and safety knowledge is crucial for development.
  • Early education can foster lifelong healthy habits.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the health and safety knowledge of preschool-aged children.
  • To identify areas for improvement in child safety education.

Main Methods:

  • A descriptive study was conducted with 298 children aged 4-6 years in Western Turkey.
  • Data were collected using the Preschool Child Health and Safety Knowledge Assessment Form.
  • Random sampling was employed from five nursery schools.

Main Results:

  • Knowledge levels increased with age (p<0.05).
  • Children answered fewer than 75% correctly on 5 safety items and 1 health promotion item.
  • The study included 146 girls (49%) and 152 boys (51%).

Conclusions:

  • Healthcare professionals should monitor preschool children's health and safety knowledge.
  • Effective strategies are needed to enhance children's understanding of health and safety.
  • This knowledge is vital for developing informed adults.
Abstract

Keywords:
Health promotion, Safety, Preschool child, Healthcare professionals, Prevention.

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