Knowledge, attitude and practices of mothers of under five children with ARI at QECH, Blantyre, Malawi.
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2010-07-14
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Kamuzu University of Health Sciences
Abstract
Background: Acute respiratory tract infection (ARI) in under five children has been the major cause of morbidity and mortality since 1960's worldwide, developing countries contributing 70% to the burden. 80% of children suffering from ARI in Malawi are taken late to health facilities. WHO (2002) estimates show that seeking prompt and appropriate care could reduce child deaths due to ARI by 20%.Health education programs can be effective when designed to take account the prevailing knowledge, attitude and practices of mothers of under five children with ARI.
Aim: The aim of this study is to determine knowledge, attitude and practices of mothers of
under five children with ARI at QECH, Blantyre, Malawi.
Methodology: The study will use quantitative research design. Data will be collected using a structured questionnaire that will be administered by the researcher to 30 participants. It will be analyzed using statistical package for social science (SPSS). Participants will include all mothers of under five children with ARI at special care and nursery wards of pediatric department of QECH.