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Background: Prenatal genetic testing is done throughout pregnancy to identify or diagnose birth defects. These tests aim to help families make educated decisions regarding pregnancy and reproduction, as well as aid healthcare providers in providing optimal care for pregnant women. Prenatal blood screening is performed twice during pregnancy. Aim: The present study aims to assess the Effectiveness of video assisted teaching programme on level of knowledge and attitude regarding prenatal genetic testing among antenatal mother. Materials and Methods: A Quasi experimental, one group pre and post experimental research design was used for this study. The study conducted in SMCH. A total of 60 study participants were recruited by using a non probability convenient sample technique, based on inclusion criteria. Results: The analysis revealed that most of the antenatal mothers, 24 (40%) were aged between 21 and 25 years, 33 (55%) had higher secondary education, 34 (56.6%) were private employees, 43 (71.6%) were Hindus, 46 (76.7%) were residing in urban area, 40 (66.6%) had an income of between INR 10,000 and 20,000, and 48 (80%) and 3 (30%) had friends/relatives and health care professionals as source of information. Conclusion: The study found that video education on genetic testing improved patients’ and increased quality of life.

Gestational Diabetes Mellitus is a public health concern and one of the causes of maternal and fetal mortality and morbidity. Gestational diabetes is one of the most common health issue that can occur during pregnancy.it happens when the mother is first diagnosed with diabetes during the pregnancy. The minimizing factors for gestational diabetes are adequate knowledge about the condition for early detection and treatment; healthy practices on diet and physical activeness. Awareness of the condition among antenatal women will translate into adoption of a healthy lifestyle, better health-seeking pattern, better self-care practice, which prevent acute complications and reduce the risk of long-term complications and promote pregnancy outcome. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Background: Breast milk is the perfect food made for baby. It is best for the infant as it is safe, clean, hygienic and readily available on demand whenever baby is hungry. Breast milk is the primary source of nutrition for new-borns. It contains all the essential nutrients and elements that the child needs for the few years of life. There are various benefits of breastfeeding for infant and mother. Aims and Objectives: The aim of the study to evaluate the effectiveness of structured teaching programme in terms of knowledge regarding exclusive breast feeding among antenatal mothers. Methods: This was a pre-experimental one group pre-test post-test study among antenatal mothers, attending gynaecology/obstetrics out patient department (OPD) in Rohilkhand Medical College and Hospital, Bareilly (U.P.). Total 60 participants were selected by non-probability purposive sampling technique. A structured and pretested interviewer administrated questionnaire was used to collect data from study participants. The questionnaire includes sociodemographic characteristics and knowledge of study participants towards EBF. The data were analysed by using descriptive and inferential statistics. Results: The result of the study revealed that the mean post-test knowledge score (13.72 ± 2.351) was greater than the mean pre-test knowledge score (8.43 ± 3.077) with the mean difference of 5.29, hence it shows that the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge regarding exclusive breast feeding among antenatal mothers. Conclusion: Hence, there is a need to create awareness and knowledge about exclusive breast feeding among mothers during antenatal period. Structured teaching programme helps to enhance the knowledge of the antenatal mothers regarding exclusive breast feeding. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Abstract Background Birth defects (BD) are considered a leading cause of childhood morbidity and mortality. Personal, cultural, and health care system barriers may increase the incidence of BD in low and middle income countries. In this study we assessed the knowledge of antenatal mothers on BD, associated factors, and prevention and management. Methods Three hundred and fifty (350) antenatal mothers were surveyed using a pretested, self-administered questionnaire. The knowledge on BD was evaluated under 3 categories; knowledge on BD, knowledge on associated factors, and knowledge on prevention and management. The total scores were calculated for each category and converted into percentages. A higher percentage score indicates a high level of knowledge. Descriptive statistics and regression models were used for data analysis. Level of significance was considered as p

Background & Objectives:Prevention of Mother to child Transmission (PMTCT) is a global intervention which aims at preventing mother to child transmission of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). The study aims to find out knowledge of pregnant women on Mother to child Transmission (MTCT) of HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome).Materials & Methods:A cross-sectional study was carried out at Paropakar Maternity and Women’s Hospital, Kathmandu, Nepal among the pregnant women who came to visit Antenatal Clinic. Data was collected using non-probability purposive sampling technique. Face to face interview was done and a structured questionnaire was developed for data collection. Data analysis and interpretation were done in SPSS and MS Excel.Results:The total number of respondents was 80 with a mean age of 27.4 years. 90% (n=72) respondents were found to be literate. 86.3% (n=69) were well aware of the knowledge on PMTCT. Majority of the respondents (40%) mentioned that radio, TV/Media were the main sources of information about HIV/AIDS. Out of 32.5% (26) who had heard about the window period, only 26.9% (n=7) gave the correct answer. 93.8% (n=75) were well known about the routes of transmission of HIV but only 10.1% (n=7) gave the correct answer about it. Further, 54% (n=43) respondents knew about the availability of drugs to reduce MTCT of HIV/AIDS.Conclusion:The level of awareness about PMTCT among antenatal mothers was satisfactory. However, knowledge was inadequate which imparts for the need of health education about MTCT of HIV/AIDS in every health facilities of Nepal.

Introduction: Gestational diabetes mellitus has become one of the very common perinatal complications. It is a disorder of carbohydrate metabolism diagnosed during pregnancy. Objective: To evaluate the knowledge and lifestyle modification regarding gestational diabetes mellitus among antenatal mothers. Methodology: A Cross-sectional design was used and the study was conducted in the antenatal OPD of a tertiary care teaching hospital of Western Rajasthan. The study included 140 antenatal mothers diagnosed with gestational diabetes mellitus and seeking antenatal care at antenatal OPD by purposive sampling technique. Knowledge was assessed using structured knowledge questionnaire and lifestyle modification by a structured Rating scale. Data were analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics and P<0.05 was considered to be statistically significant. Results: Majority of the mothers in this study had fair knowledge (83.6%) followed by 10.7% having poor and 5.7% with good knowledge. Majority of mothers (97.1%) developed good level of lifestyle modification after being diagnosed with gestational diabetes and 2.9% had fair level of lifestyle modification. A very weak correlation was found between the knowledge and lifestyle modification (r=0.085). Only level of education was found to be significantly associated with knowledge regarding gestational diabetes (p = <0.01). Conclusion: Since the prevalence of gestational diabetes is increasing, there should be good knowledge and awareness regarding gestational diabetes among antenatal mothers. Health care providers should create awareness and improve knowledge of the mothers regarding gestational diabetes and its possible long term complications [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

INTRODUCTION: Mouth is the main part of the body through which the microorganisms can enter inside the body. Nowadays, it is said that various systemic diseases are affected due to the improper care of the buccal cavity or mouth. Periodontal diseases are considered as inflammatory diseases that destroy the supporting structures, resulting in detachment of the bone which is due to the hormonal changes varying the vascular supply and tissue response in the body. The main of study is to knowledge regarding Periodontal Disease and oral hygiene among antenatal mothers attending ANC OPD.METHODOLOGY: The study design was descriptive non-experimental design. The objectives of the study were knowledge regarding Periodontal Disease and oral hygiene among antenatal mothers attending ANC OPD. 100 antenatal natal mothers was selected for the study by using Non-probability convenient sampling technique.RESULT: The major finding showed that the majority of 52% of them were in the age group of 26-29 years, 80% were Hindus, 44% were educated up-to graduation, 77% of them were homemaker, 60% of antenatal mothers were joint families, 60% of antenatal mothers were from urban area, 41% was between Rs 15001-2000, 53% completed 4-6 months, 67% of antenatal mothers were gravida 0, 70% of antenatal mothers were nulliparous, 97% of antenatal mothers did not had knowledge regarding periodontal disease and oral hygiene, 33.33% each had knowledge from relative/friends, health personnel and media. Knowledge score knowledge regarding periodontal disease and oral hygiene. 51% of antenatal mothers had average level of knowledge score, 41% of antenatal mothers had good level of knowledge score, 4% of antenatal mothers had very good and poor knowledge score each However, and none of the antenatal mother had excellent level of knowledge score. CONCLUSION: This indicates that majority of the antenatal mothers had average level of knowledge on Periodontal Disease and oral hygiene. Hence, more collective efforts are required from dental and medical professionals to improve the oral and periodontal health outcomes during pregnancy. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Introduction: Background: Breast milk is the perfect food and uniquely superior to, artificial baby milk. Giving a child breast milk from another woman is not a newer concept; wet nursing was a fairly common practice a few decades ago. Human milk banks are services which collect, screen, process and distribute donated breast milk. Current research evidences suggest that pasteurized donor human milk can provide many of the components and eliminate the risk of transmission of infectious agents. Method: Quantitative research approach was adopted to assess the knowledge on Human Milk Banking; a structured knowledge questionnaire was given to100 antenatal mothers. The study was conducted at Justice K.S Hegde charitable Hospital. Descriptive survey design was adopted to accomplish the objectives. Results: Findings revealed that 52% of mothers had good knowledge and remaining mothers had an average knowledge. The 'p' value of age with regards to knowledge on human milk banking is 0.099, whereas the 'p' value of parity is 0.718. Meanwhile the 'p' value of family is 0.213 and that of religion is 0.428. For education, occupation, income and any previous exposure with human milk banking the 'p' values were 0.284, 0.082, 0.104 and 0.750 respectively. The above results shows that for all the demographic characteristics, the 'p' value is >0.05. Hence it was found that there was no significant association between knowledge of antenatal mothers with selected demographic variables. Conclusion: Providing knowledge to antenatal mothers on human milk banking serve as an investment for the future needs. The nurse practitioner has a primary responsibility of enhancing the knowledge and developing positive attitude, towards utilization of human milk banking. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Objectives: To assess the knowledge on fetal well being among antenatal mothers in selected tertiary care hospital at Kelambakkam, Kanchipuram District, Tamil Nadu. Methodology: Thenon probability purposive sampling technique sampling technique with the sample of 45 antenatal mothers and questionnaires were formulated structured questionnaire schedule were used to assess the knowledge. Results: Majority of antenatal mothers are inadequate knowledge about fetal well being. Conclusion: The study was conclude improve the knowledge on antenatal mothers about fetal well being. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Background of the Study: Hypertension, complicating 5-10% of all pregnancies worldwide, is a leading cause of maternal and fetal morbidity. The control of pregnancy-induced hypertension (PIH) appears difficult to achieve. Part of the reason for poor control of hypertension in these women might be limited PIH self-care knowledge. Objective: to assess the knowledge and risk factors of PIH among antenatal mothers and to find out the association between knowledge and risk factors with selected demographic variables. Materials and Method: Study was conducted on 110 antenatal mothers attending in Gynecologic OPD, AIMS, Kochi, Kerala. The research design used was non experimental descriptive design. Result: The present study reveals that more than half of the mothers (63.6%) had average knowledge regarding PIH. Half of the mothers had the risk factors of family history of hypertension (50%) and followed by 32.7% had the habit of high non vegetarian food intake. A statistically significant association was observed for education and knowledge and comorbidities and knowledge of antenatal mothers. Significant association was found in risk factors and comorbidities of antenatal mothers. Conclusion: The finding of the study shows that antenatal mothers had average knowledge related to PIH. Health care providers should implement the focused health education programme during antenatal visit [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Background of the study: The growing fetus depends entirely on its mother′s healthy body for all needs. However, sometimes it can be a time of fear of suffering and death, in case women begin pregnancy with low or absent stores of iron because of previous pregnancy, poor iron intake, substance abuse; increased fetal demands of iron leads to iron deficiency anemia. Iron deficiency anemia is the most common form of malnutrition in the world and is the eighth leading cause of death in pregnant women in developing countries leading to the low birth weight, which is in turn an important risk factor for infant mortality. Objectives: To determine the knowledge of antenatal mothers regarding management of anemia during pregnancy. Materials and Methods: Non-experimental descriptive study was conducted to assess the knowledge of antenatal mothers from Yenepoya Medical College Hospital. A sample size consists of 50 antenatal mothers were selected through non-probability purposive sampling. The data was collected by using pretested structured knowledge questionnaire. Data was analyzed using SPSS version 16 and the results expressed as proportions. Results: The majority of the antenatal mothers (54%) had satisfactory knowledge, 38% had poor knowledge, and 8% had good knowledge regarding anemia during pregnancy. Conclusion: The overall knowledge in the study population was 29.9%. Hence, the researcher emphasizes the need for more research to improve the knowledge of antenatal mothers on anemia during pregnancy.

An abstract of the article "Assessment of Knowledge and Practice of Diet Rich in Iron among Antenatal Mothers with Anaemia, Nellore," by H. J. Tarsis is presented.