Effectiveness of Planned Teaching Program on Knowledge Regarding Anemia Among Antenatal Mothers in Sadar Hospital, Ranchi, Jharkhand

Abstract

Anemia is one of the most common nutritional disorders among antenatal mothers, particularly in developing countries like India. Physiological hemodilution during pregnancy, along with iron deficiency due to poor dietary intake and lack of awareness, contributes to its high prevalence. Despite government initiatives, anemia continues to affect maternal and fetal health outcomes. Methodology: A pre-experimental one-group pre-test post-test design will be adopted. The study was conducted among antenatal mothers visiting Sadar Hospital Ranchi, Jharkhand. Samples were selected through non probability purposive sampling technique. A structured knowledge questionnaire will be used to assess the level of knowledge before and after administering the planned teaching program. Data has analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Results: The result of the present study findings are shows that, there was a significant improvement of knowledge among antenatal mother after administration of planned teaching program. The mean and SD of post-test knowledge score was (25.7±6.37) and pre-test knowledge score was (16.8±7.74). The paired 't' value (7.96) at level of significant (<0.05) shows that there is a statistical difference between pre-test and post-test level of knowledge score among antenatal mothers. The result supported that, the knowledge of antenatal mothers was improved after administration of planned teaching program of anemia antenatal mother. Conclusion: The planned teaching program is anticipated to be an effective strategy to enhance knowledge and awareness about anemia among antenatal mothers, thereby promoting better maternal and fetal health outcomes.