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A Study to Evaluate the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge about Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome among Adolescent Girls at Selected Colleges, Coimbatore, Tamilnadu

P. Uma

Abstract: Polycystic ovarian syndrome is a common female endocrine disorder affecting 4 ? 18% of women in their reproductive age. It is common in adolescent girls. Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome affects throughout the life and produce gynaecological and metabolic health problems. The aim of this study to create the awareness about the polycystic ovarian syndrome to the adolescent girls. A Quantitative approach with pre-experimental design was used to study the effectiveness of STP on Poly Cystic Ovarian Syndrome. Ninety-four adolescent girls aged between 15 - 18 years were conveniently selected. Data was collected by using Structured Knowledge questionnaire. The result shows that mmore than half 54 (90.0%) were having inadequate knowledge and 6 (10%) were having moderate knowledge regarding PCOS before STP.Structured teaching programme was significantly effective in increasing the knowledge of polycystic ovarian syndrome. The most important role of the nurse is to provide awareness on prevention and health promotion.

Keywords: polycystic ovarian syndrome, adolescent girls, awareness, structured teaching programme, health promotion

Edition: Volume 13 Issue 11, November 2024

Pages: 997 - 998

DOI: https://www.doi.org/10.21275/SR241115205629

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