EFFECTIVENESS OF PLANNED TEACHING PROGRAMME ON PREVENTION OF DERMATITIS AMONG PEOPLE RESIDING IN SELECTED INDUSTRIAL AREA AT BHOPAL (M.P)

Abstract

The study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of a planned teaching program on dermatitis prevention among residents of a selected industrial area in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. The research employed a pre-experimental approach, specifically a one-group pre-test post-test design, to assess knowledge levels before and after the intervention. The study's objectives included determining pre-existing knowledge, assessing the program's effectiveness, and exploring associations between knowledge and demographic variables. Data were collected from 30 participants residing in the industrial area, and analysis involved descriptive and inferential statistics. Findings revealed a moderate baseline knowledge level, with significant improvements observed post-intervention across all areas of dermatitis prevention. The teaching program demonstrated substantial effectiveness, as evidenced by the significant increase in post-test scores. Moreover, associations between pre-test knowledge and certain demographic variables were established, highlighting significant correlations in some cases. The study underscores the importance of targeted educational initiatives in enhancing dermatitis prevention awareness and provides valuable insights for future research and intervention refinement.