A study of maternal awareness of acute diarrhoeal disease
Abstract
Objective To determine maternal awareness regarding
acute diarrhoeal disease and use of oral rehydration
solution (ORS).
Method Study was carried out in a suburban family
practice on mothers/carers of children, presenting with
acute diarrhoea, using an interview-based questionnaire
to collect data. Mother's/Carer's knowledge regarding
causes and transmission of diarrhoea, use of ORS and its
method of preparation, were assessed.
Results Knowledge about causative factors and transmission
of acute diarrhoea among mothers/carers was
poor. Though aware of ORS, a majority prepared it
incorrectly.
Sri Lanka Journal of Child Health, 2003; 32: 66-8
(Key words: Maternal awareness, acute diarrhoeal disease, children)
doi: 10.4038/sljch.v32i3.705
© 2009 A L P de S Seneviratne, published by Sri Lanka College of Paediatricians
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