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RMJ. 2023; 48(3): 587-590


Assessment of knowledge, attitudes and preventive practices of mothers towards diabetic ketoacidosis

Ahmed Abudallh Abud.

Abstract
Objective: To assess the attitudes and knowledge of mothers toward diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA).

Methodology: This cross-sectional study was carried out at Nasiriyah city hospitals Muhammad Al-Mousawi Hospital and Bint Al-Huda Hospital from 6 January to 15 February, 2022. It included 70 mothers of children age 1-14 years. A questionnaire was used to collect data.

Results: Mothers had poor level of knowledge about DKA and had negative attitude about DKA. All items concerning the concept, causes and risk factors with the mean score was at poor level.

Conclusions: Prenatal testing may raise a mother's understanding of DKA and knowledge of it.

Key words: Assessment, knowledge, practices, attitudes, diabetic ketoacidosis, DKA.


 
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