Impact of Self-Instructional Modules on Mothers' Knowledge of Oral Pentavalent Rotavirus Vaccination in Selected Hospitals in Bangalore

Abstract

This study aimed to investigate how a self-instructional module impacted mothers' knowledge regarding oral pentavalent rotavirus vaccination in specific hospitals in Bangalore. The main goal was to assess the module's effectiveness in improving mothers' understanding of this vaccination. The study used an evaluative approach based on Ludwig Von Bertalanffy's General System Theory (1969). The research method utilized was a one-group pre-test post-test design, which falls under pre-experimental research. Data was collected through a structured knowledge questionnaire. The results revealed a significant average difference of 13.92 in knowledge scores between the pre-test and post-test assessments. The calculated ‘t’ value [28.26] indicated a considerable increase in knowledge after the module intervention. Additionally, a correlation was found between pre-test knowledge scores and the source of information on oral pentavalent rotavirus vaccination. The study concluded that the self-instructional module was beneficial for mothers of infants, as it enhanced their knowledge of oral pentavalent rotavirus vaccination.