EXPLORING KNOWLEDGE LEVELS ON URINARY TRACT INFECTION PREVENTION AMONG ANTENATAL MOTHERS: A DESCRIPTIVE STUDY
Abdulhakem Nafea Khattab*, Farah Tareq Younus and Khalid Jameel Salih
ABSTRACT
Background: Urinary tract infections (UTIs) pose a significant health concern, particularly among pregnant women, due to associated risks for both maternal and fetal health. Adequate knowledge regarding UTI prevention is crucial in minimizing the incidence and complications of these infections during pregnancy. Aim: The aim of this study was to assess the knowledge levels of pregnant mothers regarding the prevention of urinary tract infections. Methods: A descriptive research design was employed for this study. Utilizing non-probability purposive sampling, a total of 50 pregnant women were selected as participants. Data were collected through a structured questionnaire focusing on demographic characteristics and knowledge related to UTI prevention. Statistical analysis was conducted to explore any correlation between demographic factors and knowledge levels. Conclusion: The findings of this study revealed that despite the majority of pregnant mothers possessing only basic knowledge about UTI prevention, there exists a significant correlation between certain demographic characteristics and the level of knowledge. This underscores the importance of targeted educational interventions aimed at improving awareness and practices concerning UTI prevention among pregnant women, thereby contributing to better maternal and fetal health outcomes.
Keywords: Urinary Tract Infection, Antenatal Mothers, Knowledge.
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