Cross-Sectional Analytical Study to Determine Knowledge and Attitude of Dental Students about COVID-19 Disease and Its Precautionary Measures

Beenish Abbas, Sana Abbas, Saadia Muneer Malik, Sana Siddiqui, Zainab Niazi and Muhammad Umair
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Beenish Abbas: Foundation University School of Health Sciences, Pakistan
Sana Abbas: National University of Medical Sciences, Pakistan
Saadia Muneer Malik: National University of Medical Sciences, Pakistan
Sana Siddiqui: National University of Medical Sciences, Pakistan
Zainab Niazi: Islamabad Medical and Dental College, Pakistan
Muhammad Umair: Foundation University School of Health Sciences, Pakistan

European Journal of Dental and Oral Health, 2022, vol. 3, issue 2, 60-63

Abstract: Objective: To determine knowledge and attitude of dental and medical students about COVID – 19 disease and its precautionary measures Methodology: The study was conducted after approval from the ethical review committee of the Foundation University College of Dentistry, Islamabad from June 2021 to September 2021. Inclusion criteria adhered to the recruitment of fourth and final-year students of dentistry. Informed written consent was taken after explaining the study protocol. The format of the questionnaire was based on previously published studies, literature, and guidelines provided by Centers for Disease Control. The questionnaire was validated by a Pilot Study and the opinion of dental health experts on the subject. Methodology constituted of a paper-based and web-based questionnaire with closed-ended questions and feedback were received from (60%) participants. Variables for analysis included demographic profile, next section comprised of questions regarding COVID – 19 disease knowledge, its precautionary measures, and attitude towards the disease. Moreover, participant's awareness in case of suspected infection was also analyzed to gauge the level of preparedness. There was a total of 256 participants enrolled in this study via consecutive non-probability sampling methodology. Results: There was a total of 256 participants enrolled in this study. Out of 256, 154 (60.2%) were male and 102 (39.8%) were females. 110(42.8%) believed that COVID-19 symptoms resolve without treatment, 256(100%) believed that disease spread can be prevented with education. 222(86.6%) endorsed a preference to avoid or work with the COVID-19 Patient. As per opinion regarding social distancing, wearing masks and washing hands before initiation of treatment, 246(95.1%) believed it to be mandatory for disease transmission reduction whereas 38(14.9%) considered it unnecessary. Conclusion: Dental students demonstrated ample awareness and knowledge regarding COVID-19 disease presentation, preventive measures, and strategy in case of suspected infection with a motivated attitude to spread awareness among the population.

Keywords: Adverse effects; COVID-19; fever; vaccine (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2022
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DOI: 10.24018/ejdent.2022.3.2.174

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