Abstract

The aim of study is to find out the various improper practices of post BCG vaccination care prevalent in the community.

Objectives of the study:

- To familiarize with the various practices followed during the care of babies who are vaccinated with BCG.

- To assess the knowledge of the mothers regarding the post BCG vaccination care of the children.

- To explore the association between the mothers' knowledge of practice and selected demographic variables.

Notes

Clinical Focus: Adult Medical/Surgical

Author Details

Ancy Antony, Mini Shajan, Jancy Reji, Sadhana Kale, Sareeta Kadam, Ghanashyam Aher

Sigma Membership

Non-member

Type

Research Study

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

Quasi-Experimental Study, Other

Research Approach

Quantitative Research

Keywords:

BCG Vaccination, Tuberculosis, Mothers, Mumbai

Advisor

Anita Collins

Second Advisor

Pinky Devi

Degree

Master's

Degree Grantor

The Fortis Institute of Nursing, Mumbai

Degree Year

2012

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Review Type

Peer-review: Single Blind

Acquisition

Self-submission

Date of Issue

2015-10-26

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