Assess the Knowledge Regarding the Importance of National Immunization Schedule among Primi-Para Women

Abstract

This study assessed the knowledge regarding the knowledge of national immunisation schedule among primi-parous women. The objectives of the study were to assess the existing level of knowledge among primi-parous women regarding Immunization schedule and to find out the association with the level of knowledge regarding Immunization schedule among primi-parous women and selected socio demographic variables. Descriptive research design was selected for the study. The sample composes of 60 primi-parous women, selected by non-probability purposive sampling technique. The conceptual framework was based on Imogene Kings Goal attainment Theory. The study was conducted using structured knowledge questionnaire. Data were descriptively analysed with SPSS version 22, while inferential statistical analysis was performed using the chi-square test, independent t-test, and one-way analysis of variance. Results with a p < 0.05 were considered statistically significant. More than 80% of primi-parous women had moderate level of knowledge regarding Immunization schedule, (10%) had inadequate knowledge and (8.30%) had adequate knowledge. The chi square value of the selected demographic variables was less than table value at 0.05 level of significance. Hence the study concludes that only 8.30% of primi-para women had adequate knowledge regarding Immunization schedule and there was no significant association between the level of knowledge and selected demographic variables.