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Saudi Journal of Nursing and Health Care, 2024
Female genital mutilation (FGM) remains a deeply rooted cultural practice with far-reaching conse... more Female genital mutilation (FGM) remains a deeply rooted cultural practice with far-reaching consequences for the health,
dignity, and rights of women worldwide. The study assessed the perception and knowledge of female genital mutilation
among indigenous childbearing women in the Awka-South Local Government Area in Anambra State, Nigeria. The
objectives of the study were to assess the level of knowledge and the level of perception of indigenous childbearing women
in Awka, South L.G.A. of Anambra State towards female genital mutilation. The hypotheses were that there is no
significant association between the level of knowledge and the level of perception of indigenous childbearing women in
Awka-South L.G.A. of Anambra State towards female genital mutilation and that parity of indigenous childbearing women
in Awka-South L.G.A. is not significantly associated with their perception. A cross-sectional, descriptive survey design
was adopted for the study. The sample size was 437 indigenous childbearing women, and a multistage sampling technique
was used. The instrument for data collection was a questionnaire. The reliability test indicated 0.72. The data obtained were
analyzed using the statistical package for social sciences (SPSS); descriptive statistics, frequency, percentage, and mean
were used to analyze research questions, and inferential statistics, chi-square, were used to test hypotheses at the 0.05 level
of significance. The data were presented in tables for clarity. The findings of the study revealed that the majority, 77.2%,
had a negative perception of FGM, and the majority, 64.0%, of the respondents had poor knowledge of FGM. There was
no significant association between the level of knowledge and the level of perception of FGM among indigenous
childbearing women, with p-value = 0.094, and the parity of indigenous childbearing women is not significantly associated
with their level of perception of FGM with p-value = 0.431. In conclusion, indigenous childbearing women showed
negative perceptions towards FGM, and indigenous childbearing women had poor knowledge of FG. It is recommended
that healthcare providers, community organizations, and government agencies implement comprehensive education
programs targeting indigenous childbearing women to improve their knowledge and understanding of FGM.
Keywords: Perception, Knowledge, Female genital mutilation, indigenous childbearing women
Medical and Health Sciences European, 2024
Globally, female genital mutilation (FGM) continues to be a deeply embedded cultural practice th... more Globally, female genital mutilation (FGM) continues to be a deeply
embedded cultural practice that has a significant negative influence on women's
and girls' autonomy, health, and fundamental rights. Aim: The study assessed the
prevalence of female genital mutilation among indigenous childbearing women in
the Awka-South local government area of Anambra State. The objectives of the
study were to assess the extent to which indigenous childbearing women in Awka—
South L.G.A. of Anambra State were genitally mutilated and to identify the reasons
for genitally mutilating indigenous childbearing women in Awka—South L.G.A. of
Anambra State. Materials and Methods: The design for the study was crosssectional. The study population was 437 indigenous childbearing women. A
multistage sampling technique was used. Data was collected using a questionnaire.
Data were analyzed using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences.
Frequency, percentages, and mean were used to analyze research questions, while
chi-square was used to analyze the hypotheses. Results: Revealed that the extent
to which the respondents were genitally mutilated was 55.5%, and societal pressure
emerged as the primary reason behind the practice of FGM at 45%. There was no
significant association between the level of perception and the extent of FGM
among indigenous childbearing women with p-value = 0.086, and there was a
significant association between the level of knowledge and the reasons for genitally
mutilating indigenous childbearing women with p-value = 0.009. Conclusion:
The study revealed the persistence of FGM largely due to societal pressure, with
knowledge playing a significant part in assimilating the reasons for the practice. It
is recommended that to combat FGM effectively, interventions should focus on
societal re-education and awareness campaigns that address cultural norms and
promote informed decision-making
Abstract: The study was a correlateral research design. The authors assessed the relationship bet... more Abstract: The study was a correlateral research design. The authors assessed the relationship between body image and decision to breastfeed among pregnant women. The subjects were 200 pregnant women ranging from 16 to 45 years selected for the study from Primary, Secondary and Tertiary levels of health care institutions in Anambra State of Nigeria. One research question and two null hypotheses were formulated to guide the study. The relationships between perceived breast role, age and occupation of pregnant women, and their body image with regard to decision to breastfeed were evaluated in the study. The instrument used for data collection was questionnaire on Body Image and Decision to Breastfeed (QBIDF). Mean score, standard deviation (SD) and Spearman Rank correlation co-efficient (rho) were used to answer the research question while Mann – Whitney – U test and Wilcoxon Rank Sum test statistics were adopted in testing the null hypotheses at 0.01 level of significance. The result showed significant correlation between perceived breast role for beauty/attraction and decisions on the duration to breastfeed, significant relationship between age of pregnant women and their body image with regard to their decision to breastfeed, as well as significant relationship between occupation of pregnant women and their body image with regard to decision to breastfeed. Keywords: Body Image, Body attraction, Body satisfaction, Pregnant women, Perceived breast role, Decision to breastfeed.
African Journal of Health, Nursing and Midwifery, 2024
Advance Journal of Current Research, 2024
Kangaroo Mother Care (KMC) has been identified as one of the most effective interventions for pro... more Kangaroo Mother Care (KMC) has been identified as one of the most effective interventions for promoting neonatal survival. The study focused on perception and knowledge of kangaroo mother care of the newborn among postpartum mothers attending healthcare facilities in Anambra State, Nigeria. The objectives of the study were: To ascertain the perception of postpartum mothers about kangaroo mother care of the newborn, and to determine the knowledge of postpartum mothers about kangaroo mother care of the newborn. A descriptive cross sectional survey method was used for the study. A sample size of 374 postpartum mothers was used. Multi-stage sampling technique was used in selecting the respondents for the study. The instrument used for data collection was questionnaire on Perception, Knowledge and Practice of kangaroo mother care of the newborn. Data collected were analysed using frequency counts and percentages for the research questions. Chi square was used to test the hypotheses at P = 0.05 level of significance. Result revealed that 67.11% of the respondents had negative perception of kangaroo mother care, and 74.87% had poor knowledge of kangaroo mother care. The study also showed that there was no significant association between perception and knowledge of KMC (X 2 = 1.86, P=0.395). Nurses and Midwives should intensify health education to postpartum families on kangaroo mother care of the newborn in healthcare facilities and in the community in general.
Advance Journal of Nursing and Clinical Practice, 2024
Kangaroo Mother Care (KMC) is a cost-effective and high-impact intervention for improving newborn... more Kangaroo Mother Care (KMC) is a cost-effective and high-impact intervention for improving newborn survival. This study aimed at investigating the practice of KMC among postpartum mothers attending healthcare facilities in Anambra State, Nigeria. The objectives of the study were: To determine the level of adoption/practices of kangaroo mother care of the newborn among postpartum mothers attending Healthcare Facilities in Anambra State, Nigeria and to identify the gestational age of infants that are exposed to kangaroo mother care by postpartum mothers attending Healthcare Facilities in Anambra State. A descriptive cross sectional survey method was used for the study. A sample size of 374 postpartum mothers was selected for the study using multi-stage sampling technique. Questionnaire on practice of kangaroo mother care was used to collect data. Reliability test of the instrument involving 34 participants attending postnatal clinic in two healthcare facilities which were not part of the selected healthcare facilities indicated Cronbach alpha score 0.85. Data collected were analyzed using frequency counts and percentages for the objectives of the study. Chi square was used to test the hypotheses at P =0.05 level of significance. Result revealed that 71.39% of the respondents had poor level of practice of KMC and that newborns across all gestational ages were exposed to kangaroo mother care. The study also showed that there was no significant association between practice and knowledge of KMC (X2= 2.73, P= 0.098), there was no significant difference across the gestational age of newborns that received Kangaroo mother care (X2= 5.83, P= 0.934). Nurses and Midwives should intensify health education on the benefits of the practice of kangaroo mother care of the newborn during antenatal visits of mothers in healthcare facilities and in the community in general.
European Journal of Social Sciences
This study explored reinforcers to smoking and the self-control measures among rural and urban dw... more This study explored reinforcers to smoking and the self-control measures among rural and urban dwellers. A total of 260 men who indulge in smoking were selected from rural and urban areas by purposive sampling technique. Three research questions and one null hypothesis were formulated to guide the study. The instrument for data collection was questionnaire titled QRSSM. Mean score and Pearson Product Moment Correlation Coefficient were used to answer the research questions while t-test statistics was adopted in testing the null hypothesis at 0.05 level of significance. The findings showed higher level of reinforcers to smoking rural dwellers. The result also indicated significant difference in the reinforcers to smoking between the rural and urban dwellers. Recommendations were made based on the findings of the study.
This study investigated reinforcers to alcohol consumption and the self-control measures among ru... more This study investigated reinforcers to alcohol consumption and the self-control measures among rural and urban dwellers. A total of 260 men who indulge in alcohol consumption were selected from rural and urban areas in Anam and Onitsha respectively by purposive sampling technique. Three research questions and one null hypothesis were formulated to guide the study. The instrument used for data collection was questionnaire titled QRACSM. Mean score and Pearson Product Moment Correlation Coefficient were used to answer the research questions while t-test statistics was employed in testing the null hypothesis at 0.05 level of significance. The findings showed high level of reinforcers to alcohol consumption among both rural and urban dwellers. The result also showed that significant difference does not exist in the reinforcers to alcohol consumption between the rural and urban dwellers. Recommendations were made based on the findings from the study.
The study examined the socio – cultural diversities of childbirth pain perception and behaviour a... more The study examined the socio – cultural diversities of childbirth pain perception and behaviour among women. The population of the study was postpartum mothers. The sample was 202 women who breastfeed selected by purposive sampling technique from hospitals and health centres within 48 hours after childbirth. One research question and three null hypotheses were formulated to guide the study. The instrument used for data collection was Questionnaire on Childbirth Pain Perception and Behaviour (QCPPB). Spearman Rank Order Correlation Coefficient (rho) was used to answer the research question while Chi – Sqaure test and Mann-Whitney-U test were employed in testing the null hypotheses at 0.01 level of significance. The results showed that birth location preference, parity and religious affiliation exert significant influence on childbirth pain perception and behaviour.
The study focused on the efficacy of HIV-prevention counseling of clients in Anambra State of Nig... more The study focused on the efficacy of HIV-prevention counseling of clients in Anambra State of Nigeria. Three research questions and three null hypotheses guided the study. A sample of 207 nurses selected from Tertiary, Secondary and Primary levels of Health Care Institutions were used for the study. The instrument for data collection was checklist titled Client-centered HIV-Prevention Counseling Scale (CHCS). Statistical weighted mean was used to answer the research questions, and Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) was adopted in testing the null hypotheses at 0.05 level of significance. The result showed that the HIV-prevention counselors in Comprehensive Health Centres (Primary Level) adhered mostly to the elements of HIV-prevention counseling and also possessed the best counseling skills, while the counselors in Voluntary Agency Hospitals (Secondary Level) were best in ensuring high quality HIV-prevention counseling. Significant differences existed in the mean scores of the counseling ...
The study investigated the relationship between reinforcers and Self-control measures over smokin... more The study investigated the relationship between reinforcers and Self-control measures over smoking and alcohol consumption. A total of 260 men who indulge in smoking and alcohol consumption were selected from rural and urban areas by purposive sampling technique. Four research questions and three null hypotheses were formulated for the study. The instrument used for data collection was questionnaire titled QRSSAC. Mean scores and Pearson Product Moment correlation Coefficient were used to answer the research questions, while t-test statistics was adopted in testing the null hypotheses at 0.05 level of significance. Result showed high level of reinforcers to smoking and alcohol consumption among rural dwellers. Significant differences existed in the mean scores between the reinforcers to smoking and the self-control measures, as well as between the mean scores of the reinforcers to smoking and alcohol consumption. The findings also revealed similar self-control measures for both smok...
African Journal of Health, Nursing and Midwifery, 2021
Background: Both non- and under-utilization of antenatal services can lead to poor materno-fetal ... more Background: Both non- and under-utilization of antenatal services can lead to poor materno-fetal outcomes. Perception of the effectiveness, safety and timeliness of the services by pregnant women may substantially affect the utilization. Objectives: The objectives of this study were to determine pregnant women’s perception of the effectiveness, safety and timeliness of the antenatal services provided by midwives, and the relationships between effectiveness, safety and timeliness of antenatal services at government-owned healthcare facilities in South-South Nigeria. Method: A cross-sectional research design was adopted for the study. Multistage sampling technique was used to select 30 primary, secondary and tertiary government-owned health facilities across the six States in South-South Nigeria from which 50 respondents were selected from each of the selected facilities. A total of 1,500 pregnant women were selected for the study. The instrument used for data collection was a self-de...
BMC Endocrine Disorders, 2023
Background Diabetes is one of the most important chronic diseases that have a great impact on hea... more Background Diabetes is one of the most important chronic diseases that have a great impact on health as people
with diabetes are constantly being reminded of their disease daily; they have to eat carefully, exercise, and test their
blood glucose. They often feel challenged by their disease because of its day-to-day management demands and
these affect their quality of life. The study aimed at determining the effect of an educational intervention program on
the quality of life of Individuals with type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in South East, Nigeria.
Methods A quasi-experimental controlled study involving three hundred and eighty-two (382) type 2 DM persons
recruited from the tertiary health institutions in South East, Nigeria, and randomly assigned to intervention and
control groups respectively. Data was collected from the diabetic clinics of the health institutions using the SF – 36
questionnaires. Pretest data collection was done, and thereafter, education on self-care was given to the intervention
group. After a 6months follow-up, post-test data were collected from both groups. Analysis was done using an
Independent t-test, Analysis of Covariance (ANCOVA), Paired Samples Test, and Spearman rank order correlation at
0.05 alpha level.
Results The control group indicated significantly higher mean HRQOL scores in most domains of the HRQOL before
intervention (t = -1.927 to -6.072, p < 0.05). However, 6 months after the intervention, the mean HRQOL scores of
the intervention group increased significantly in all the domains of HRQOL (p < 0.05) with an effect size of 0.14 (Eta
squared). A comparison of the two groups shows a statistically significant difference (64.72 ± 10.96 vs. 58.85 ± 15.23;
t = 4.349. p = 0.001) after the intervention. Age was inversely correlated with some domains of HRQOL; as age
increases, HRQOL decreases in those domains. Gender had no significant influence on HRQOL.
Conclusion Educational intervention was effective in improving HRQOL in individuals with type 2 DM. Hence, it is
recommended for inclusion in all diabetes care plans.
African Journal of Health, Nursing and Midwifery, 2023
Continuing Education (CE) programme exposes health professionals to current trends in professiona... more Continuing Education (CE) programme exposes health professionals to current trends in professional practice and improved patient care. This study was conducted to assess continuing education programmes among practicing nurses in Bauchi State. A cross sectional descriptive survey research design was used; multi-stage sampling technique was used to recruit 345 participants; questionnaires were used for data collection; 326 of the administered questionnaires were retrieved. Data were analysed using descriptive statistic of percentage; hypotheses were tested at 0.05 level of significance. The result shows that majority (85.9%) of the respondents attended workshop and 52.8% attended conferences. Inappropriate date and time for programme, and irrelevant programmes to nursing practice were among the factors militating against nurses' participation in CE programmes. Hypothesis tested revealed that rank of practicing nurses significantly influenced the type of continuing education programme they attended (2 =35.035, p=0.005). Nurses should engage in undergraduate and postgraduate continuing education programmes for professional development.
Medical and Health Sciences European, 2023
Self-management strategies targeted toward Covid-19 pandemic are dependent on one’s perception an... more Self-management strategies targeted toward Covid-19 pandemic are dependent on one’s perception and convinction about existence of the disease. The study explored the inter-relationships of pregnant women’s views, beliefs and opinions about COVID-19 and their self-management strategies for the pandemic in South-South Nigeria. The Cross-Sectional research design study adopted multistage sampling technique in selecting sample size of 144 pregnant women from the primary, secondary and tertiary health facilities in Edo State, South-South Nigeria. The instrument used for data collection was questionnaire on Pregnant Women’s perception and the precautionary measures they Adopt for corona-virus pandemic (QPWPPMCP). Validity and reliability of the instrument were established, and the cronbach alpha yielded coefficient of 0.711. Data collected were analysed using frequencies, percentages, mean and Spearman Rank Order correlation. The result showed significant relationships between View about Covid-19 and Vaccination (rho = 0.253, p-value = 0.002), belief about the cause of Covid-19 and hygienic measures (rho = 0.207, p-value = 0.013), Opinion about outcome of Covid-19 and practice of social distancing (rho = -0.176, p-value = 0.034), restriction of movement and social distancing (rho = 0.262, p-value = 0.002). Pregnant women should be advised to comply with all the preventive measures for COVID-19 because the measures are inter-related to each other.
LAUTECH JOURNAL OF NURSING, 2023
Pregnant women's perception is a reliable means of assessing quality of antenatal service deliver... more Pregnant women's perception is a reliable
means of assessing quality of antenatal service
delivery. Age, level of education, occupation
and religion are very important health
indicators that can inƒPuence perception. A
cross sectional survey design is used for this
study. 1500 pregnant women attending
government-owned antenatal clinics were
selected using multi-stage sampling technique.
Data collected using the researchersdeveloped
questionnaires were summarized
with simple frequencies, percentages, mean
and standard deviation. The result of the sociod
e m o g r a p h i c C h a r a c t e r i s t i c s o f t h e
respondents revealed that majority were within
ages 25-31 years and their level of education is
tertiary with business/trading as occupation.
Lastly, the majority were Christians. The
hypothesis tested revealed that there was no
signiƒOcant inƒPuence between the pregnant
women's perception of the quality of antenatal
services and the socio-demographic
characteristics such as age (k = 3.20, p-value =
0.53); level of education (k = 1.52, p-value =
0.68); occupation (k = 2.18, p-value = 0.70);
and religion (k = 3.52, p-value = 0.17). Further
ƒOndings indicated that pregnant women had
positive perception about the quality of
antenatal services provided by midwives
(`c= 3.52). It is therefore recommended that
Midwives should organize a regular forum to
get feedback from pregnant women regarding
the quality of antenatal services they provide.
Irish Journal of Environment and Earth Sciences, 2023
Background: Improper waste management practices can be influenced by many factors which impact ne... more Background: Improper waste management practices can be influenced by many factors which impact negatively on humans and the environment. The study focused on assessing the factors that influence household waste disposal practices among residents in Imo State Nigeria and the association between the socio-demographic characteristics of the residents of Imo State and their perceived negative effect of environmental pollution caused by poor household waste disposal.. Method: Cross sectional research design was used for the study. Multistage sampling technique was adopted for the study across the communities and households in the Local Government Areas (LGAs) in Imo State Nigeria to select sample of 1600 residents/household. Instrument used for data collection in this study was an adapted questionnaire titled Household Solid Waste Management Survey Questionnaire (HSWMSQ). Reliability of the instrument was established through test-retest method using Cronbach's Alpha which yielded coefficient of 0.749. The data collected were analyzed using frequencies, percentages, mean, Standard Deviation and Chi-Square Statistics. Results: Majority of the respondents(72.8%) reported that proximity of the dump site influenced their pattern of household waste disposal practices. Also, there was a significant association between demographic characteristics and perceived negative effect of environmental pollution due to poor household waste disposal (Age group: X 2 = 61.967, p-value= 0.000; Community; X 2 = 31,440 p-value= 0.000; Occupation (X 2 = 51.936, p-value= 0.000; Education (X 2 = 14.375, p-value= 0.003; Marital status (X 2 = 75.344, p-value= 0.000.Conclusion: Poor patterns of waste disposal among the residents in Imo State constituted threat to the health of the residents. Focused health education and home visits are needed to enhance teaching of the appropriate skills required for proper disposal of household wastes. This will ensure prevention of diseases and subsequently reduce morbidity and mortality rates among the residents.
Medical and Health Sciences European, 2023
Background: Improper waste management practices distort the aesthetic beauty of the environment, ... more Background: Improper waste management practices distort the aesthetic beauty of the environment, causing environmental pollution as well as spread of diseases. The aim of the study was to assess solid waste management practices among residents in Imo State, Nigeria. The objectives of the study were to identify types of solid waste generated at household levels and to determine patterns of solid waste disposal practices among the residents of Imo State Nigeria. Method: Cross sectional research design was used for the study. Multistage sampling technique was adopted for the study across the communities and households in the Local Government Areas (LGAs) in Imo State Nigeria. A total of 1600 residents/households were selected for the study.Instrument used for data collection in the study was an adapted questionnaire titled Household Solid Waste Management Survey Questionnaire (HSWMSQ). Reliability of the instrument was established through test-retest method using Cronbach's Alpha which yielded coefficient of 0.749. The data collected were analysed using frequencies, percentages, mean, Standard Deviation and Chi-Square Statistics. Results: Findings showed that majority (85.2%) of the respondents identified plastic/nylon as the major household waste. Also, majority (67.2%) of the respondents claimed that burning is the most frequently used method in disposing paper/cardboard. Rubbish bin/drum was used by 36.9% of the respondents to collect household waste always. There was significant association between the communities and practice of sorting domestic waste among the respondents (X 2 = 64.847; P= 0.000). Significant association also existed between the residents' occupation and their practice of sorting domestic waste (X 2 = 36.929; P= 0.000). Conclusion: Poor patterns of waste disposal among the residents in Imo State constituted threat to the health of the residents. Focused health education and home visits are needed to enhance teaching of the
Innovative Journal of Medical and Health Science, 2014
Saudi Journal of Nursing and Health Care, 2024
Female genital mutilation (FGM) remains a deeply rooted cultural practice with far-reaching conse... more Female genital mutilation (FGM) remains a deeply rooted cultural practice with far-reaching consequences for the health,
dignity, and rights of women worldwide. The study assessed the perception and knowledge of female genital mutilation
among indigenous childbearing women in the Awka-South Local Government Area in Anambra State, Nigeria. The
objectives of the study were to assess the level of knowledge and the level of perception of indigenous childbearing women
in Awka, South L.G.A. of Anambra State towards female genital mutilation. The hypotheses were that there is no
significant association between the level of knowledge and the level of perception of indigenous childbearing women in
Awka-South L.G.A. of Anambra State towards female genital mutilation and that parity of indigenous childbearing women
in Awka-South L.G.A. is not significantly associated with their perception. A cross-sectional, descriptive survey design
was adopted for the study. The sample size was 437 indigenous childbearing women, and a multistage sampling technique
was used. The instrument for data collection was a questionnaire. The reliability test indicated 0.72. The data obtained were
analyzed using the statistical package for social sciences (SPSS); descriptive statistics, frequency, percentage, and mean
were used to analyze research questions, and inferential statistics, chi-square, were used to test hypotheses at the 0.05 level
of significance. The data were presented in tables for clarity. The findings of the study revealed that the majority, 77.2%,
had a negative perception of FGM, and the majority, 64.0%, of the respondents had poor knowledge of FGM. There was
no significant association between the level of knowledge and the level of perception of FGM among indigenous
childbearing women, with p-value = 0.094, and the parity of indigenous childbearing women is not significantly associated
with their level of perception of FGM with p-value = 0.431. In conclusion, indigenous childbearing women showed
negative perceptions towards FGM, and indigenous childbearing women had poor knowledge of FG. It is recommended
that healthcare providers, community organizations, and government agencies implement comprehensive education
programs targeting indigenous childbearing women to improve their knowledge and understanding of FGM.
Keywords: Perception, Knowledge, Female genital mutilation, indigenous childbearing women
Medical and Health Sciences European, 2024
Globally, female genital mutilation (FGM) continues to be a deeply embedded cultural practice th... more Globally, female genital mutilation (FGM) continues to be a deeply
embedded cultural practice that has a significant negative influence on women's
and girls' autonomy, health, and fundamental rights. Aim: The study assessed the
prevalence of female genital mutilation among indigenous childbearing women in
the Awka-South local government area of Anambra State. The objectives of the
study were to assess the extent to which indigenous childbearing women in Awka—
South L.G.A. of Anambra State were genitally mutilated and to identify the reasons
for genitally mutilating indigenous childbearing women in Awka—South L.G.A. of
Anambra State. Materials and Methods: The design for the study was crosssectional. The study population was 437 indigenous childbearing women. A
multistage sampling technique was used. Data was collected using a questionnaire.
Data were analyzed using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences.
Frequency, percentages, and mean were used to analyze research questions, while
chi-square was used to analyze the hypotheses. Results: Revealed that the extent
to which the respondents were genitally mutilated was 55.5%, and societal pressure
emerged as the primary reason behind the practice of FGM at 45%. There was no
significant association between the level of perception and the extent of FGM
among indigenous childbearing women with p-value = 0.086, and there was a
significant association between the level of knowledge and the reasons for genitally
mutilating indigenous childbearing women with p-value = 0.009. Conclusion:
The study revealed the persistence of FGM largely due to societal pressure, with
knowledge playing a significant part in assimilating the reasons for the practice. It
is recommended that to combat FGM effectively, interventions should focus on
societal re-education and awareness campaigns that address cultural norms and
promote informed decision-making
Abstract: The study was a correlateral research design. The authors assessed the relationship bet... more Abstract: The study was a correlateral research design. The authors assessed the relationship between body image and decision to breastfeed among pregnant women. The subjects were 200 pregnant women ranging from 16 to 45 years selected for the study from Primary, Secondary and Tertiary levels of health care institutions in Anambra State of Nigeria. One research question and two null hypotheses were formulated to guide the study. The relationships between perceived breast role, age and occupation of pregnant women, and their body image with regard to decision to breastfeed were evaluated in the study. The instrument used for data collection was questionnaire on Body Image and Decision to Breastfeed (QBIDF). Mean score, standard deviation (SD) and Spearman Rank correlation co-efficient (rho) were used to answer the research question while Mann – Whitney – U test and Wilcoxon Rank Sum test statistics were adopted in testing the null hypotheses at 0.01 level of significance. The result showed significant correlation between perceived breast role for beauty/attraction and decisions on the duration to breastfeed, significant relationship between age of pregnant women and their body image with regard to their decision to breastfeed, as well as significant relationship between occupation of pregnant women and their body image with regard to decision to breastfeed. Keywords: Body Image, Body attraction, Body satisfaction, Pregnant women, Perceived breast role, Decision to breastfeed.
African Journal of Health, Nursing and Midwifery, 2024
Advance Journal of Current Research, 2024
Kangaroo Mother Care (KMC) has been identified as one of the most effective interventions for pro... more Kangaroo Mother Care (KMC) has been identified as one of the most effective interventions for promoting neonatal survival. The study focused on perception and knowledge of kangaroo mother care of the newborn among postpartum mothers attending healthcare facilities in Anambra State, Nigeria. The objectives of the study were: To ascertain the perception of postpartum mothers about kangaroo mother care of the newborn, and to determine the knowledge of postpartum mothers about kangaroo mother care of the newborn. A descriptive cross sectional survey method was used for the study. A sample size of 374 postpartum mothers was used. Multi-stage sampling technique was used in selecting the respondents for the study. The instrument used for data collection was questionnaire on Perception, Knowledge and Practice of kangaroo mother care of the newborn. Data collected were analysed using frequency counts and percentages for the research questions. Chi square was used to test the hypotheses at P = 0.05 level of significance. Result revealed that 67.11% of the respondents had negative perception of kangaroo mother care, and 74.87% had poor knowledge of kangaroo mother care. The study also showed that there was no significant association between perception and knowledge of KMC (X 2 = 1.86, P=0.395). Nurses and Midwives should intensify health education to postpartum families on kangaroo mother care of the newborn in healthcare facilities and in the community in general.
Advance Journal of Nursing and Clinical Practice, 2024
Kangaroo Mother Care (KMC) is a cost-effective and high-impact intervention for improving newborn... more Kangaroo Mother Care (KMC) is a cost-effective and high-impact intervention for improving newborn survival. This study aimed at investigating the practice of KMC among postpartum mothers attending healthcare facilities in Anambra State, Nigeria. The objectives of the study were: To determine the level of adoption/practices of kangaroo mother care of the newborn among postpartum mothers attending Healthcare Facilities in Anambra State, Nigeria and to identify the gestational age of infants that are exposed to kangaroo mother care by postpartum mothers attending Healthcare Facilities in Anambra State. A descriptive cross sectional survey method was used for the study. A sample size of 374 postpartum mothers was selected for the study using multi-stage sampling technique. Questionnaire on practice of kangaroo mother care was used to collect data. Reliability test of the instrument involving 34 participants attending postnatal clinic in two healthcare facilities which were not part of the selected healthcare facilities indicated Cronbach alpha score 0.85. Data collected were analyzed using frequency counts and percentages for the objectives of the study. Chi square was used to test the hypotheses at P =0.05 level of significance. Result revealed that 71.39% of the respondents had poor level of practice of KMC and that newborns across all gestational ages were exposed to kangaroo mother care. The study also showed that there was no significant association between practice and knowledge of KMC (X2= 2.73, P= 0.098), there was no significant difference across the gestational age of newborns that received Kangaroo mother care (X2= 5.83, P= 0.934). Nurses and Midwives should intensify health education on the benefits of the practice of kangaroo mother care of the newborn during antenatal visits of mothers in healthcare facilities and in the community in general.
European Journal of Social Sciences
This study explored reinforcers to smoking and the self-control measures among rural and urban dw... more This study explored reinforcers to smoking and the self-control measures among rural and urban dwellers. A total of 260 men who indulge in smoking were selected from rural and urban areas by purposive sampling technique. Three research questions and one null hypothesis were formulated to guide the study. The instrument for data collection was questionnaire titled QRSSM. Mean score and Pearson Product Moment Correlation Coefficient were used to answer the research questions while t-test statistics was adopted in testing the null hypothesis at 0.05 level of significance. The findings showed higher level of reinforcers to smoking rural dwellers. The result also indicated significant difference in the reinforcers to smoking between the rural and urban dwellers. Recommendations were made based on the findings of the study.
This study investigated reinforcers to alcohol consumption and the self-control measures among ru... more This study investigated reinforcers to alcohol consumption and the self-control measures among rural and urban dwellers. A total of 260 men who indulge in alcohol consumption were selected from rural and urban areas in Anam and Onitsha respectively by purposive sampling technique. Three research questions and one null hypothesis were formulated to guide the study. The instrument used for data collection was questionnaire titled QRACSM. Mean score and Pearson Product Moment Correlation Coefficient were used to answer the research questions while t-test statistics was employed in testing the null hypothesis at 0.05 level of significance. The findings showed high level of reinforcers to alcohol consumption among both rural and urban dwellers. The result also showed that significant difference does not exist in the reinforcers to alcohol consumption between the rural and urban dwellers. Recommendations were made based on the findings from the study.
The study examined the socio – cultural diversities of childbirth pain perception and behaviour a... more The study examined the socio – cultural diversities of childbirth pain perception and behaviour among women. The population of the study was postpartum mothers. The sample was 202 women who breastfeed selected by purposive sampling technique from hospitals and health centres within 48 hours after childbirth. One research question and three null hypotheses were formulated to guide the study. The instrument used for data collection was Questionnaire on Childbirth Pain Perception and Behaviour (QCPPB). Spearman Rank Order Correlation Coefficient (rho) was used to answer the research question while Chi – Sqaure test and Mann-Whitney-U test were employed in testing the null hypotheses at 0.01 level of significance. The results showed that birth location preference, parity and religious affiliation exert significant influence on childbirth pain perception and behaviour.
The study focused on the efficacy of HIV-prevention counseling of clients in Anambra State of Nig... more The study focused on the efficacy of HIV-prevention counseling of clients in Anambra State of Nigeria. Three research questions and three null hypotheses guided the study. A sample of 207 nurses selected from Tertiary, Secondary and Primary levels of Health Care Institutions were used for the study. The instrument for data collection was checklist titled Client-centered HIV-Prevention Counseling Scale (CHCS). Statistical weighted mean was used to answer the research questions, and Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) was adopted in testing the null hypotheses at 0.05 level of significance. The result showed that the HIV-prevention counselors in Comprehensive Health Centres (Primary Level) adhered mostly to the elements of HIV-prevention counseling and also possessed the best counseling skills, while the counselors in Voluntary Agency Hospitals (Secondary Level) were best in ensuring high quality HIV-prevention counseling. Significant differences existed in the mean scores of the counseling ...
The study investigated the relationship between reinforcers and Self-control measures over smokin... more The study investigated the relationship between reinforcers and Self-control measures over smoking and alcohol consumption. A total of 260 men who indulge in smoking and alcohol consumption were selected from rural and urban areas by purposive sampling technique. Four research questions and three null hypotheses were formulated for the study. The instrument used for data collection was questionnaire titled QRSSAC. Mean scores and Pearson Product Moment correlation Coefficient were used to answer the research questions, while t-test statistics was adopted in testing the null hypotheses at 0.05 level of significance. Result showed high level of reinforcers to smoking and alcohol consumption among rural dwellers. Significant differences existed in the mean scores between the reinforcers to smoking and the self-control measures, as well as between the mean scores of the reinforcers to smoking and alcohol consumption. The findings also revealed similar self-control measures for both smok...
African Journal of Health, Nursing and Midwifery, 2021
Background: Both non- and under-utilization of antenatal services can lead to poor materno-fetal ... more Background: Both non- and under-utilization of antenatal services can lead to poor materno-fetal outcomes. Perception of the effectiveness, safety and timeliness of the services by pregnant women may substantially affect the utilization. Objectives: The objectives of this study were to determine pregnant women’s perception of the effectiveness, safety and timeliness of the antenatal services provided by midwives, and the relationships between effectiveness, safety and timeliness of antenatal services at government-owned healthcare facilities in South-South Nigeria. Method: A cross-sectional research design was adopted for the study. Multistage sampling technique was used to select 30 primary, secondary and tertiary government-owned health facilities across the six States in South-South Nigeria from which 50 respondents were selected from each of the selected facilities. A total of 1,500 pregnant women were selected for the study. The instrument used for data collection was a self-de...
BMC Endocrine Disorders, 2023
Background Diabetes is one of the most important chronic diseases that have a great impact on hea... more Background Diabetes is one of the most important chronic diseases that have a great impact on health as people
with diabetes are constantly being reminded of their disease daily; they have to eat carefully, exercise, and test their
blood glucose. They often feel challenged by their disease because of its day-to-day management demands and
these affect their quality of life. The study aimed at determining the effect of an educational intervention program on
the quality of life of Individuals with type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in South East, Nigeria.
Methods A quasi-experimental controlled study involving three hundred and eighty-two (382) type 2 DM persons
recruited from the tertiary health institutions in South East, Nigeria, and randomly assigned to intervention and
control groups respectively. Data was collected from the diabetic clinics of the health institutions using the SF – 36
questionnaires. Pretest data collection was done, and thereafter, education on self-care was given to the intervention
group. After a 6months follow-up, post-test data were collected from both groups. Analysis was done using an
Independent t-test, Analysis of Covariance (ANCOVA), Paired Samples Test, and Spearman rank order correlation at
0.05 alpha level.
Results The control group indicated significantly higher mean HRQOL scores in most domains of the HRQOL before
intervention (t = -1.927 to -6.072, p < 0.05). However, 6 months after the intervention, the mean HRQOL scores of
the intervention group increased significantly in all the domains of HRQOL (p < 0.05) with an effect size of 0.14 (Eta
squared). A comparison of the two groups shows a statistically significant difference (64.72 ± 10.96 vs. 58.85 ± 15.23;
t = 4.349. p = 0.001) after the intervention. Age was inversely correlated with some domains of HRQOL; as age
increases, HRQOL decreases in those domains. Gender had no significant influence on HRQOL.
Conclusion Educational intervention was effective in improving HRQOL in individuals with type 2 DM. Hence, it is
recommended for inclusion in all diabetes care plans.
African Journal of Health, Nursing and Midwifery, 2023
Continuing Education (CE) programme exposes health professionals to current trends in professiona... more Continuing Education (CE) programme exposes health professionals to current trends in professional practice and improved patient care. This study was conducted to assess continuing education programmes among practicing nurses in Bauchi State. A cross sectional descriptive survey research design was used; multi-stage sampling technique was used to recruit 345 participants; questionnaires were used for data collection; 326 of the administered questionnaires were retrieved. Data were analysed using descriptive statistic of percentage; hypotheses were tested at 0.05 level of significance. The result shows that majority (85.9%) of the respondents attended workshop and 52.8% attended conferences. Inappropriate date and time for programme, and irrelevant programmes to nursing practice were among the factors militating against nurses' participation in CE programmes. Hypothesis tested revealed that rank of practicing nurses significantly influenced the type of continuing education programme they attended (2 =35.035, p=0.005). Nurses should engage in undergraduate and postgraduate continuing education programmes for professional development.
Medical and Health Sciences European, 2023
Self-management strategies targeted toward Covid-19 pandemic are dependent on one’s perception an... more Self-management strategies targeted toward Covid-19 pandemic are dependent on one’s perception and convinction about existence of the disease. The study explored the inter-relationships of pregnant women’s views, beliefs and opinions about COVID-19 and their self-management strategies for the pandemic in South-South Nigeria. The Cross-Sectional research design study adopted multistage sampling technique in selecting sample size of 144 pregnant women from the primary, secondary and tertiary health facilities in Edo State, South-South Nigeria. The instrument used for data collection was questionnaire on Pregnant Women’s perception and the precautionary measures they Adopt for corona-virus pandemic (QPWPPMCP). Validity and reliability of the instrument were established, and the cronbach alpha yielded coefficient of 0.711. Data collected were analysed using frequencies, percentages, mean and Spearman Rank Order correlation. The result showed significant relationships between View about Covid-19 and Vaccination (rho = 0.253, p-value = 0.002), belief about the cause of Covid-19 and hygienic measures (rho = 0.207, p-value = 0.013), Opinion about outcome of Covid-19 and practice of social distancing (rho = -0.176, p-value = 0.034), restriction of movement and social distancing (rho = 0.262, p-value = 0.002). Pregnant women should be advised to comply with all the preventive measures for COVID-19 because the measures are inter-related to each other.
LAUTECH JOURNAL OF NURSING, 2023
Pregnant women's perception is a reliable means of assessing quality of antenatal service deliver... more Pregnant women's perception is a reliable
means of assessing quality of antenatal service
delivery. Age, level of education, occupation
and religion are very important health
indicators that can inƒPuence perception. A
cross sectional survey design is used for this
study. 1500 pregnant women attending
government-owned antenatal clinics were
selected using multi-stage sampling technique.
Data collected using the researchersdeveloped
questionnaires were summarized
with simple frequencies, percentages, mean
and standard deviation. The result of the sociod
e m o g r a p h i c C h a r a c t e r i s t i c s o f t h e
respondents revealed that majority were within
ages 25-31 years and their level of education is
tertiary with business/trading as occupation.
Lastly, the majority were Christians. The
hypothesis tested revealed that there was no
signiƒOcant inƒPuence between the pregnant
women's perception of the quality of antenatal
services and the socio-demographic
characteristics such as age (k = 3.20, p-value =
0.53); level of education (k = 1.52, p-value =
0.68); occupation (k = 2.18, p-value = 0.70);
and religion (k = 3.52, p-value = 0.17). Further
ƒOndings indicated that pregnant women had
positive perception about the quality of
antenatal services provided by midwives
(`c= 3.52). It is therefore recommended that
Midwives should organize a regular forum to
get feedback from pregnant women regarding
the quality of antenatal services they provide.
Irish Journal of Environment and Earth Sciences, 2023
Background: Improper waste management practices can be influenced by many factors which impact ne... more Background: Improper waste management practices can be influenced by many factors which impact negatively on humans and the environment. The study focused on assessing the factors that influence household waste disposal practices among residents in Imo State Nigeria and the association between the socio-demographic characteristics of the residents of Imo State and their perceived negative effect of environmental pollution caused by poor household waste disposal.. Method: Cross sectional research design was used for the study. Multistage sampling technique was adopted for the study across the communities and households in the Local Government Areas (LGAs) in Imo State Nigeria to select sample of 1600 residents/household. Instrument used for data collection in this study was an adapted questionnaire titled Household Solid Waste Management Survey Questionnaire (HSWMSQ). Reliability of the instrument was established through test-retest method using Cronbach's Alpha which yielded coefficient of 0.749. The data collected were analyzed using frequencies, percentages, mean, Standard Deviation and Chi-Square Statistics. Results: Majority of the respondents(72.8%) reported that proximity of the dump site influenced their pattern of household waste disposal practices. Also, there was a significant association between demographic characteristics and perceived negative effect of environmental pollution due to poor household waste disposal (Age group: X 2 = 61.967, p-value= 0.000; Community; X 2 = 31,440 p-value= 0.000; Occupation (X 2 = 51.936, p-value= 0.000; Education (X 2 = 14.375, p-value= 0.003; Marital status (X 2 = 75.344, p-value= 0.000.Conclusion: Poor patterns of waste disposal among the residents in Imo State constituted threat to the health of the residents. Focused health education and home visits are needed to enhance teaching of the appropriate skills required for proper disposal of household wastes. This will ensure prevention of diseases and subsequently reduce morbidity and mortality rates among the residents.
Medical and Health Sciences European, 2023
Background: Improper waste management practices distort the aesthetic beauty of the environment, ... more Background: Improper waste management practices distort the aesthetic beauty of the environment, causing environmental pollution as well as spread of diseases. The aim of the study was to assess solid waste management practices among residents in Imo State, Nigeria. The objectives of the study were to identify types of solid waste generated at household levels and to determine patterns of solid waste disposal practices among the residents of Imo State Nigeria. Method: Cross sectional research design was used for the study. Multistage sampling technique was adopted for the study across the communities and households in the Local Government Areas (LGAs) in Imo State Nigeria. A total of 1600 residents/households were selected for the study.Instrument used for data collection in the study was an adapted questionnaire titled Household Solid Waste Management Survey Questionnaire (HSWMSQ). Reliability of the instrument was established through test-retest method using Cronbach's Alpha which yielded coefficient of 0.749. The data collected were analysed using frequencies, percentages, mean, Standard Deviation and Chi-Square Statistics. Results: Findings showed that majority (85.2%) of the respondents identified plastic/nylon as the major household waste. Also, majority (67.2%) of the respondents claimed that burning is the most frequently used method in disposing paper/cardboard. Rubbish bin/drum was used by 36.9% of the respondents to collect household waste always. There was significant association between the communities and practice of sorting domestic waste among the respondents (X 2 = 64.847; P= 0.000). Significant association also existed between the residents' occupation and their practice of sorting domestic waste (X 2 = 36.929; P= 0.000). Conclusion: Poor patterns of waste disposal among the residents in Imo State constituted threat to the health of the residents. Focused health education and home visits are needed to enhance teaching of the
Innovative Journal of Medical and Health Science, 2014