Knowledge, attitudes and practices of clinical clerks on the expanded program on immunization /
Knowledge, attitudes and practices of clinical clerks on the expanded program on immunization /
Micah Grace P. Andalecio, Patricia Carmela V. Andayon, Karizza C. Angeles, Rio Roanne P. Astillo, Jemima Angel V. Baldevia, Lea Monique I. Barachina, Maria Coleen F. Barbacena, Mary Jaimie Pauline A. Bartolome, Angelie H. Basilan, Anne Judith D. Bautista, Ralph Gerald L. Bautista, Patricia Ann F. Cagampan, Charles Brian D. Conarco, Mutya C. Dimayacyac, Jan Prisco S Dy, Hazel Marie O. Echavez, Kevin Cezar A. Estacio, John Jake F. Evangelista, James Renzo G. Fonacier, Carl Joseph D. Francisco, Kwidzyn Justine F. Guaves, Elenor B. Hamid, Caren P. Jardinan, Joseph Allan Pulido, Jaime Jestro C. Valeriano Jr. and Angeline Louise J. Villar.
- Fairview, Quezon City Department of Community and Family Medicine, FEU-NRMF, 2018.
- 50 pages: illustrations, photos, tables, 28 cm.
Includes appendices and bibliographical references.
Abstract: The aim of this study was to determine the knowledge, attitude and practices of clinical clerks in FEU-NRMF regarding the Expanded Program on Immunization. Knowledge, attitudes and practices of healthcare providers are important as key determinants of vaccination coverage among children and have significant impact on frequency with which the vaccines are offered and accepted. This study provides vital information which can effectively be used in improving the curriculum and training of preventive medicine. This descriptive cross-sectional study included Fourth year medical students of FEU-NRMF, also known as clinical clerks. A self-administered questionnaire and observational checklist were applied to collect data. The questionnaire was divided into multiple sections, assessing the knowledge and attitudes of the target population. The checklist assessed the practices of Clinical Clerks with regards to handling of vaccines, preparation, records and waste. The study was compromised of 16 clinical clerks, of whom 75% were females and 25% were males with a mean age of 25.625. Most of the participants' first source of information was gathered in lectures during Medicine (50%). Almost all participants had adequate knowledge and were able to answer the questions correctly except on the identification of six vaccine-preventable diseases included in the EPI. More than half of the population answered the questions with positive attitudes regarding EPI. Negative attitudes were observed regarding the safety of vaccines in recent media coverage and about the importance of vaccine education solely for medical students pursuing a career in primary care. Only ten out of fifteen practices on EPI were performed by more than half of the population. All of the clinical clerks were able to perform the correct technique of administration at the right injection site, and proper needle/syringe disposal. The practice regarding health education on potential minor discomforts and/or adverse effects was not performed by most of the population. Fourteen clinical clerks did not perform the reconstitution of the vaccine because the vaccine administered did not require reconstitution. Most of the population did not perform proper practices on communication of key messages. This study determined that knowledge, attitudes and practices of clinical clerks in FEU-NRMF regarding the Expanded Program on Immunization were sufficient but certain inadequacies were perceived.
Thesis - Department of Community & Family Medicine
M CFM 2018 0022
Includes appendices and bibliographical references.
Abstract: The aim of this study was to determine the knowledge, attitude and practices of clinical clerks in FEU-NRMF regarding the Expanded Program on Immunization. Knowledge, attitudes and practices of healthcare providers are important as key determinants of vaccination coverage among children and have significant impact on frequency with which the vaccines are offered and accepted. This study provides vital information which can effectively be used in improving the curriculum and training of preventive medicine. This descriptive cross-sectional study included Fourth year medical students of FEU-NRMF, also known as clinical clerks. A self-administered questionnaire and observational checklist were applied to collect data. The questionnaire was divided into multiple sections, assessing the knowledge and attitudes of the target population. The checklist assessed the practices of Clinical Clerks with regards to handling of vaccines, preparation, records and waste. The study was compromised of 16 clinical clerks, of whom 75% were females and 25% were males with a mean age of 25.625. Most of the participants' first source of information was gathered in lectures during Medicine (50%). Almost all participants had adequate knowledge and were able to answer the questions correctly except on the identification of six vaccine-preventable diseases included in the EPI. More than half of the population answered the questions with positive attitudes regarding EPI. Negative attitudes were observed regarding the safety of vaccines in recent media coverage and about the importance of vaccine education solely for medical students pursuing a career in primary care. Only ten out of fifteen practices on EPI were performed by more than half of the population. All of the clinical clerks were able to perform the correct technique of administration at the right injection site, and proper needle/syringe disposal. The practice regarding health education on potential minor discomforts and/or adverse effects was not performed by most of the population. Fourteen clinical clerks did not perform the reconstitution of the vaccine because the vaccine administered did not require reconstitution. Most of the population did not perform proper practices on communication of key messages. This study determined that knowledge, attitudes and practices of clinical clerks in FEU-NRMF regarding the Expanded Program on Immunization were sufficient but certain inadequacies were perceived.
Thesis - Department of Community & Family Medicine
M CFM 2018 0022
