A Descriptive Study to assess the Knowledge Awareness and Associated Risk Factors of Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS) Among the Nursing Students at Selected College of Nursing Gurgaon

The increasing reliance on digital devices in academic settings has led to a rise in Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS) among students, characterized by symptoms such as eye strain, headaches, and blurred vision. This study aimed to assess the knowledge, awareness, and risk factors associated with CVS among nursing students and to determine the association of these variables with selected demographic characteristics. A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among 52 B.Sc. Nursing students at a selected college in Gurgaon using a structured questionnaire. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and inferential tests, including chi-square and ANOVA. The results indicated that 36.5% of participants were aged 20 years, and 65.4% were female. A significant majority (80.8%) reported daily screen time exceeding two hours, with 40.4% exceeding six hours. Awareness of CVS was high (82.7%), and 88.5% correctly identified its symptoms. However, only 59.6% practiced preventive measures such as the 20-20-20 rule. Statistically significant associations were found between knowledge levels and variables like screen time (p < 0.05), posture (p < 0.05), and use of blue light filters (p < 0.01). The study concludes that while awareness of CVS is relatively high among nursing students, there is a need for targeted educational interventions to promote consistent preventive practices.