A STUDY TO ASSESS THE KNOWLEDGE ON IMMUNIZATION SCHEDULE AMONG PRIMI GRAVIDA MOTHERS VISITING OUT PATIENT DEPARTMENT DHIRAJ HOSPITAL WITH THE VIEW TO DEVELOP AN INFORMATION BOOKLET
Authors: Trivedi H , SHAH D, SHAH G, SHAH M AND SHAH N

ABSTRACT
Background: The study was conducted to assess the knowledge of Immunization Schedules among Primi gravida Mothers at Dhiraj Hospital's outpatient department. The aim was to develop an informative booklet. The chapter covers the study's findings, discussions, conclusions, implications, suggestions, and recommendations related to maternal immunization knowledge. Aim: The main aim of the study is to assess the knowledge regarding the Immunization Schedule among primi Gravida mothers in Dhiraj Hospital, Vadodara. Material and Method: The samples of the study were selected using the Purposive Sampling Technique, there was a total of 60 samples selected according to the Inclusion criteria as well as the availability of samples. Data was analyzed by using Descriptive and interferential statistics were applied to analyze the data by using SPSS-20 Software. Result: In regard to the Immunization Schedule among Primi Gravida mothers, 60 samples were collected to assess the knowledge. According to their Informative Media, the maximum frequency and percentage is 25 (41.7%), and theminimum is 1 (1.7%). As per Education, the maximum frequency and maximum is 29 (48.3%) and the minimum frequency and percent is 3(5%). According to the Age group, the maximum frequency and percentage is 27 (45%). According to the monthly family income, the maximum frequency and percent is 26 (43.3%). According to the sources of information, the maximum frequency and percentage is 29(31.7%). Demographic variable educational status of Primi gravida mothers had a statistically significant association with the knowledge level regarding immunization schedule. Age, family monthly income, and source of information had shown no statistically significant. P<0.05. Conclusion: The study was undertaken to assess study to assess the knowledge of Immunization Schedules among Primi gravida Mothers visiting the outpatient department of Dhiraj Hospital with the view to developing an information Booklet. The study involves 60 samples of primi gravida mothers who were selected on the basis of inclusion and exclusion criteria. Analysis of obtained data was planned based on the objectives and hypothesis of the study, both descriptive and inferential statistics were used for the analysis of the data. The data is interpreted in the form of tables and graphs. Keywords: Primi gravida mother, Immunization Schedule, Knowledge, Effectiveness
Publication date: 15/12/2023
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https://doi.org/10.31032/IJBPAS/2023/12.12.1039