Assessment of Knowledge on Control and Prevention of Zika Fever Among B.Sc Nursing Students at SRM College Of Nursing

Abstract

Objective: The aim of this study was to assess the knowledge on prevention and control of Zika fever among Nursing and to associate the level of knowledge on control and prevention of Zika fever with their selected demographic variables of the Nursing students. Methods: Quantitative approach and non-experimental descriptive research design was used. The data collection included two parts. 180 students who met the inclusion criteria for the study were selected by using non-probability purposive sampling technique. Structured questionnaire of knowledge on control and prevention of Zika fever was derived by the investigator. The study was conducted at SRM College of Nursing among 180 B.Sc. Nursing students. Results: The data were analyzed and interpreted based on the objectives using descriptive and inferential statistics . The findings depicted that majority 75.0% of them are having inadequate knowledge, 24.4% of them are having moderate knowledge and 0.6% of them are having adequate knowledge on control and prevention of Zika Fever. There was no significant association found between the Knowledge level on Control and Prevention of Zika fever among B.Sc Nursing students. Conclusion: Zika Fever is a major global concern as no cases have been estimated in Asian countries and even in India. So, due to lack of treatment modalities, having knowledge and awareness on control and prevention about this disease can help in saving lives and also help in stopping the spread of Zika fever widely. The investigator concludes that, awareness among nursing students is very poor. Hence, education among nursing students is needed.