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Research Paper | Gynaecology | Nigeria | Volume 6 Issue 2, February 2017 | Rating: 7.3 / 10
Knowledge of Pre-Eclampsia among pregnant Women attending Adeoyo Maternity Hospital, Yemetu Ibadan North Local Government area, Nigeria
Kelly Relobhegbe OKHAE, Oyedunni Sola ARULOGUN
Abstract: This study investigated the knowledge of pre-eclampsia among pregnant women attending antenatal clinic in Adeoyo Maternity Hospital, Yemetu, Ibadan, Nigeria. A descriptive cross-sectional design was adopted employing the mix method among 400 respondents using semi-structured questionnaire containing a 19-point knowledge scale and focus group discussion guide. Knowledge scores 6, >6-12, and >12 were categorised as poor, fair and good, respectively. Quantitative data were analysed using descriptive and Chi-square statistics at p
Keywords: Pre-eclampsia knowledge, Antenatal care, pregnant women
Edition: Volume 6 Issue 2, February 2017,
Pages: 559 - 564