Vol. 8 (09) pp. 858-861 DOI: 10.21474/IJAR01/11734

A STUDY TO ASSESS KNOWLEDGE ON TUBERCULOSIS SPREAD IN PATIENTS ATTENDING OUTPATIENT DEPARTMENT IN A TERTIARY CARE HOSPITAL IN NALGONDA REGION

  • Resident, Department of Pulmonary Medicine, Kamineni Institute of Medical Sciences, Narketpally.
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Abstract

Introduction: India contributes one fourth of total Tuberculosis burden in the world .Poor awareness among public and negligence towards its prevention and control are cause of this widespread.

Methodology: 300 people were selected among all the patients attending pulmonary medicine department after considering inclusion and exclusion criteria .

Results: There was poor knowledge about the cause, spread of tuberculosis and disposal of sputum .Association between knowledge and age and education was observed.

Conclusion: By increasing health education and educational level the awareness about the spread and prevention can be achieved.

How to Cite This Article

V. Anusha (2020); A STUDY TO ASSESS KNOWLEDGE ON TUBERCULOSIS SPREAD IN PATIENTS ATTENDING OUTPATIENT DEPARTMENT IN A TERTIARY CARE HOSPITAL IN NALGONDA REGION, International Journal of Advanced Research (IJAR), 8 (09), 858-861, ISSN 2320-5407. DOI: https://doi.org/10.21474/IJAR01/11734

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DR V ANUSHA
Resident , Department of Pulmonary Medicine , Kamineni Institute of Medical Sciences, Narketpally

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