A study to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching programe regarding risk factor & warning signs of cardiovascular diseases among patient admitted in NMCH Jamuhar

Abstract

This study evaluates the effectiveness of a structured teaching program on the risk factors and warning signs of cardiovascular diseases among patients admitted to the Narayan Medical College and Hospital (NMCH), Jamuhar, Bihar. Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) remain a leading cause of death globally, and awareness of risk factors is crucial in reducing their burden. A quantitative pre-experimental research design (one-group pre-test and post-test) was used, with a sample size of 60 patients from the CCU ward. The purposive sampling technique was applied. Pre-test and post-test knowledge assessments were conducted using a structured questionnaire. Results indicated a significant improvement in patients’ knowledge after the teaching intervention, with the mean post-test score (12.05) notably higher than the pre-test score (7.23). These findings suggest that structured educational programs play a key role in enhancing awareness and can aid in the prevention of CVDs.