Knowledge Enhancement through Structured Teaching: A Study on Risk Factors and Prevention of Renal Calculi among Attenders in Selected Wards, PES Hospital, Kuppam.
Author(s): Dr. Abhirami ManiĀ¹, P. Sumitha DeviĀ², Daniel Arun KumarĀ³, M. N. Pavithraā“, Anu Elza, Arunima Roy, Aswathis Vinod, Ayanabinu Bettyeldhoseā“
Authors Affiliations:
Ā¹Professor & Principal, PES College of Nursing, Kuppam, Andhra Pradesh, India.
Ā²Professor, PES College of Nursing, Kuppam, Andhra Pradesh, India. Email: sumitha.surgical@gmail.com
Ā³Professor, PES College of Nursing, Kuppam, Andhra Pradesh, India. Email: samuraidaniel432@gmail.com
ā“Associate Professor, PES College of Nursing, Kuppam, Andhra Pradesh, India. Email: pavibabu94@gmail.com
Undergraduate Nursing Student, PES College of Nursing, Kuppam, Andhra Pradesh, India.
Background and Aims: Renal calculi, or kidney stones, are solid deposits that form in the kidneys when certain chemicals in the urine become concentrated and crystallize. This condition is common and can lead to severe pain, urinary blockages, and long-term kidney damage. In India, the incidence of kidney stones is rising, attributed to changing lifestyles, poor dietary habits, dehydration, and genetic factors. Awareness of the risk factors and preventive measures for renal calculi is crucial, particularly in developing countries like India. This study aims to assess the effectiveness of a Structured Teaching Programme (STP) on knowledge regarding the risk factors and prevention of renal calculi among patient attendants in the selected wards of PES Hospital, Kuppam.
Material and Methods: A total of 100 patient attendants who met the inclusion criteria were selected using a non-probability purposive sampling technique. Data were collected through a structured questionnaire assessing knowledge regarding the risk factors and prevention of renal calculi.
Results: The pre-test results showed that 40.0% (40 attendants) had inadequate knowledge, 35.0% (35 attendants) had moderate knowledge, and 25.0% (25 attendants) had adequate knowledge. Post-test results revealed improvements, with 48.0% (48 attendants) scoring moderate knowledge, 32.0% (32 attendants) scoring adequate knowledge, and 20.0% (20 attendants) scoring inadequate knowledge.
Conclusion: The findings suggest that the Structured Teaching Programme was effective in enhancing the knowledge of patient attendants regarding the risk factors and prevention of renal calculi. There is a need for continued educational efforts to raise awareness about kidney stones and their prevention, especially in regions with high incidences.
Dr. Abhirami Mani, P. Sumitha Devi, Daniel Arun Kumar, M. N. Pavithra, Anu Elza, Arunima Roy, Aswathis Vinod, Ayanabinu Bettyeldhose (2025), Knowledge Enhancement through Structured Teaching: A Study on Risk Factors and Prevention of Renal Calculi among Attenders in Selected Wards, PES Hospital, Kuppam, International Journal for Innovative Research in Multidisciplinary Field, ISSN(O): 2455-0620, Vol-11, Issue-4, Pp.375-382.Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Available on –Ā Ā https://www.ijirmf.com/
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