| Autor: |
Sreelakshmi, N., Reddy, E. Rajendra, Rani, S. Thabitha, Aduri, Rajesh, Kumar, L. Vinay, Mahita, P. V. |
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Journal of International Oral Health; Mar2016, Vol. 8 Issue 3, p344-350, 7p, 4 Color Photographs, 6 Charts |
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Background: Traumatic dental injuries (TDI) commonly occur in children during school hours. However, the majority of the teachers are unaware about adequate emergency management. The purpose of the study was to assess the knowledge and attitude among private and public school teachers in urban and rural areas towards the management of TDI. Materials and Methods: A total of 609 teachers from urban and rural areas have volunteered to participate in this study. A multiple choice questionnaire was designed and given to the teachers to mark the appropriate answer. Comparative analysis between private and public teachers in urban and rural areas was carried out using Chi-square test. Results: In public schools, teachers from the urban area were found to be more knowledgeable than the rural area, whereas among private schools, rural area teachers were more knowledgeable than urban teachers with regard to management of TDI. However, there was no significant difference among total urban and rural teachers in the emergency management of avulsion injuries. Conclusion: The present study revealed that the knowledge and awareness among both urban and rural teachers were inadequate. Hence, educative programs are very essential for teachers, as they are the first responders in case of dental trauma in schools. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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Complementary Index |
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