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International Journal of Women's Health Nursing And Practices Original Research

The Effectiveness of Self-Instructional Module on Knowledge Regarding Vitamin D Deficiency Among Women in Selected Institutions, Bangalore

  1. Suhana Job Dondapati Department of Medical Surgical Nursing, METAS Adventist School of Nursing, Veer Narmad South Gujarat University
  2. Padmavathi S. Department of Medical Surgical Nursing, Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Adventist College of Nursing
  3. Shiny Chittibabu V. Department of Medical Surgical Nursing, Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Adventist College of Nursing
  4. Leena Raj Pallivela Department of Medical Surgical Nursing, Meenashri Institute of Nursing

Abstract

Background and Purpose of the Study:Vitamin D deficiency is a widespread but often overlooked global health concern, affecting more than one billion individuals worldwide. Insufficient levels of vitamin D have been linked to an elevated risk of developing various chronic illnesses.

Objectives: The primary aim of this study was to assess women’s baseline knowledge about vitamin D deficiency. It also sought to evaluate the effectiveness of a self-instructional module (SIM) in enhancing their knowledge by comparing the average pre-test and post-test scores. Additionally, the study examined whether there was any association between pre-test knowledge levels and selected socio-demographic variables.

Methods: This quantitative research employed a pre-experimental, one-group pre-test post-test design, involving 60 women. Participants were selected using a non-probability convenience sampling technique. A structured knowledge questionnaire was used to gather data, and participants were provided with a self-instructional module on vitamin D deficiency.

Results: The analysis showed that 73.3% of participants had inadequate knowledge in the pre-test. However, following the intervention, 90% demonstrated adequate knowledge in the post-test, indicating a substantial improvement. No significant association was found between pre-test knowledge scores and the socio-demographic variables examined.

Conclusion: The findings suggest that the self-instructional module was effective in improving knowledge among women about vitamin D deficiency. A significant difference was observed between the pre-test and post-test knowledge scores, highlighting the usefulness of educational interventions in increasing awareness.

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