Comparison of Breastfeeding Knowledge Before and After Studying Obstetric Course at Nursing College
| Autor: | Zeinab Ahmed Abu Sabeib and Samira Ahmed Alsenany |
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| Rok vydání: | 2020 |
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| Zdroj: | Indian Journal of Science and Technology. 13:400-404 |
| ISSN: | 0974-5645 0974-6846 |
| DOI: | 10.17485/ijst/2020/v13i04/149141 |
| Popis: | Background: Breastfeeding is a significant health issue; it is natural, safe, and nutritive for the babies. Objectives: The study aim was to assess nursing college students’ knowledge and attitudes about breastfeeding before and after studying an obstetrics course at a university in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Methods: An exploratory descriptive study done in March 2017, in the College of Nursing. A convenient sample (94 and 63 students from levels 5 and 7, respectively) included in the study. A self-administered questionnaire was used to assess the students’ knowledge and attitudes, and to compare the results of those who studied the obstetric course and those who have not. Results: No significant difference was found between the two levels regarding the score of knowledge and attitude. Conclusion: Realization of the significance of breastfeeding should be promoted among nursing students through comprehensive training. Keywords: Breastfeeding, Nursing, Obstetric Course, Students. |
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