This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of an animation video-supported education program on preventive measures against acute respiratory tract infections among first-grade primary school children.
This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of an animation video-supported education program on preventive measures against acute respiratory tract infections among first-grade primary school children. The study was conducted as a cluster randomized controlled trial in a public primary school in Istanbul, Türkiye. Two first-grade classrooms were selected and randomly assigned to the intervention and control groups. The intervention group received an animation video-supported education program on preventive measures against acute respiratory tract infections, while the control group received no education during the data collection period. Outcomes were assessed at baseline and two weeks after completion of the intervention. The primary outcomes included children's knowledge scores regarding preventive measures against respiratory tract infections, coughing/sneezing hygiene skill scores, and hand hygiene skill scores.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
PREVENTION
Masking
SINGLE
Enrollment
48
The intervention consisted of an animation video-supported education program developed for first-grade primary school children. The program included a 15-minute animation video, question-and-answer activities, demonstration and practice of coughing/sneezing etiquette, and demonstration and practice of hand hygiene using a handwashing station. The education was delivered in three sessions over three weeks, with a total duration of 120 minutes.
Istanbul Medeniyet University
Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)
Change in Knowledge Score on Preventive Measures Against Respiratory Tract Infections
Children's knowledge regarding preventive measures against respiratory tract infections was assessed using the Knowledge Form on Preventive Measures Against Respiratory Tract Infections. The form consists of 7 items. Each correct answer is scored as 1 point and each incorrect answer is scored as 0 points. Total scores range from 0 to 7, with higher scores indicating a higher level of knowledge.
Time frame: Baseline and two weeks after completion of the intervention
Change in Coughing/Sneezing Hygiene Skill Score
Children's coughing/sneezing hygiene skills were assessed using the Coughing/Sneezing Skill Checklist developed by the researchers. The checklist evaluates appropriate protective behaviors during coughing or sneezing. Items are scored as "performed" = 2 points, "partially performed" = 1 point, and "not performed" = 0 points. Higher scores indicate better coughing/sneezing hygiene skills. Skill performances were video-recorded and evaluated by two independent experts.
Time frame: Baseline and two weeks after completion of the intervention
Change in Hand Hygiene Skill Score
Children's hand hygiene skills were assessed using the Hand Hygiene Skill Checklist developed by the researchers. The checklist consists of 12 items. Each item is scored as "performed" = 2 points, "partially performed" = 1 point, and "not performed" = 0 points. Higher scores indicate better hand hygiene skills. Children demonstrated handwashing behavior using a standardized handwashing station, and performances were video-recorded and evaluated by two independent experts.
Time frame: Baseline and two weeks after completion of the intervention
Change in Parent-Rated Independent Performance of Preventive Behaviors
Parents evaluated children's independent performance of preventive behaviors against acute respiratory tract infections using a visual analog scale. Higher scores indicate a higher level of independent performance of preventive behaviors.
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Time frame: Baseline and four weeks after completion of the intervention