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Doctoral Thesis | Nursing | India | Volume 13 Issue 2, February 2024
Effectiveness of Self- Instructional Module for Enhancing Knowledge and Attitude towards Angina Pectoris Prevention among Businessmen
Dr. Manoj Kumar Sharma
Abstract: Background: A healthy heart is a vital for living life regardless of age or gender. According research studies Cardio Vascular disease have now become the leading causes of mortality in India. Angina pectoris and stroke are predominant causes and responsible for 80% of CVD deaths. Angina pectoris is associated with the habits and life styles of people. The healthy life style modification of general population can bring a reduction in morbidity and mortality rate due to angina pectoris. Hence there is a necessity of health education module for young adults regarding health life style for prevention angina pectoris. Objective: The objective of study is assessing the effectiveness of self-instructional module regarding prevention of angina pectoris among businessmen. Methodology: A quantitative research approach with quasi-experimental research design was used in present study. Two hundred businessmen of Alwar District were selected by convenient sampling technique. For data collection demographic tools, structured knowledge questionnaire and attitude scale on angina pectoris were used. Ethical permission and informed consent were taken from study participants. Result: The statistical finding shows that during pre-test maximum businessmen having inadequate knowledge and unfavourable attitude regarding prevention of angina pectoris. After providing self instructional module in experimental group, most of businessmen got adequate correct knowledge and favorable attitude regarding prevention of angina pectoris. Conclusion: Findings of the research study conclude that self instructional module was very effective method for increase correct knowledge and good attitude among businessmen regarding angina pectoris.
Keywords: Businessmen, Angina pectoris, Knowledge, Attitude
Edition: Volume 13 Issue 2, February 2024,
Pages: 1606 - 1609