Assess the knowledge on prevention and first aid measures of snake bite among farmer’s

International Journal of Development Research

Volume: 
7
Article ID: 
10413
3 pages
Research Article

Assess the knowledge on prevention and first aid measures of snake bite among farmer’s

Karthick P. and Varalakshimi, E.

Abstract: 

Aim of the study: To assess the knowledge on prevention and first aid measures of snake bite among farmers. Background: Snake is a global health problem associated with high morbidity and mortality. In India, snake bite is mainly on occupational health hazard associated with farming. Understanding awareness and perception in risk population on the preventive measure, first aid and treatment for snake bite becomes pivotal in designing snake bite prevention and control programme. Design: Descriptive design. Methods: Purposive sampling method was used. A total of 30 weavers participated in the study. Venous clinical severity score assessment was used to assess the prevention and first aid measures of snake bite for data collection. Result: In this out of 30 samples 14(46.66%) were adequate, 16(53.34%) were moderate and 0(0%) were inadequate. Conclusion: The aim of the study was to assess the knowledge regarding prevention and first aid for snake bite. 30 men were selected for the study by Convenience Sampling Technique method. Knowledge was assessed by using questionnaire.

Download PDF: