A Study to Evaluate the Effectiveness of a Self-Instructional Module on Knowledge Regarding Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative Policy Among Staff Nurses of the Pediatric and Obstetric Unit at Jeyaharan Hospital Nagercoil
Dr.Anilet Anandhy.K Professor Joy University,
Mrs.Shamen Margaret. Professor Joy University,
Prof.Achsha Shiny.A Professor Joy University
Abstract:
Introduction: The Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative (BFHI), launched by the World Health Organization (WHO) and UNICEF in 1991, aims to promote, support, and protect breastfeeding through evidence-based maternity care practices. This global program encourages hospitals and maternity facilities to implement the "Ten Steps to Successful Breastfeeding" to ensure optimal infant feeding and mother-infant bonding. Despite proven benefits, implementation remains varied, highlighting the need for evaluating BFHI practices and outcomes. Statement of the Problem: A study to evaluate the effectiveness of a self-instructional module on knowledge regarding Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative policy among staff nurses of the Pediatric and Obstetric unit at Jeyaharan Hospital Nagercoil Objectives: To assess the knowledge regarding baby friendly hospital initiative policy among staff nurses of the Pediatric and obstetric unit. To find out the effectiveness of a self-instructional module regarding baby friendly hospital initiative policy among staff nurses of the pediatric and obstetric unit. To find out the association between the pre-test knowledge score regarding baby friendly hospital initiative policy among staff nurses of the pediatric and obstetric unit with their selected demographic variables. Methodology: Quantitative research approach with pre-experimental one group pre-test post-test research design is adopted. 30 staff Nurses of the Pediatric and Obstetric unit at Jeyaharan Hospital Nagercoil were selected for the study. Results: The obtained pre-test mean value (128.69) was lower than post -test mean value (139.93). The mean difference is 16 and the obtained "t" test value is 6.9. Since the obtained t value is highly significant at p < 0.05. Conclusion: The main aim of the study is to assess the effectiveness of self-instructional module on baby friendly hospital initiative among staff nurse, the conclusion drawn from the findings of the study concludes that there are significant differences between pre and post-test knowledge score. This shows the self-instructional module to the staff nurse helpful to improve the quality of baby friendly hospital initiative.so it may be stated that self -instructional was effective.
