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AIDS awareness among nursing students
S S Kubde1, S D Zodpey, N D Vasudeo
1Dept. of Preventive and Social Medicine, Govt. Medical College, Nagpur.
Indian Journal of Public Health
|July 1, 1995
Summary
Nursing students show significant confusion regarding Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) etiology, transmission, and prevention. Improving their knowledge is vital for effective AIDS management and reducing the spread of HIV/AIDS.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Public Health
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Nursing students are a key demographic for understanding and preventing Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) spread.
- Assessing awareness is crucial for effective AIDS management and prevention strategies.
- Targeted educational interventions require identification of specific knowledge gaps.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the level of Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) awareness among nursing students.
- To pinpoint areas of confusion regarding AIDS etiology, risk factors, transmission, treatment, and prevention.
- To inform the development of educational interventions for nursing students.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional study was conducted.
- 204 nursing students from Govt. Medical College, Nagpur participated.
- Knowledge assessment focused on various aspects of AIDS.
Main Results:
- Overall knowledge regarding AIDS was found to be confusing among nursing students.
- The average knowledge score was 17.6 out of a possible 28.
- Higher knowledge levels correlated with more positive and fearless attitudes towards AIDS patients.
Conclusions:
- Significant gaps in Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) awareness exist among nursing students.
- Educational interventions should address specific areas of confusion to improve knowledge.
- Enhanced knowledge positively influences attitudes towards patients with AIDS, combating stigma.