KNOWLEDGE RELATED TO COVID 19 AMONG DOCTORS AND UNDERGRADUATE MEDICAL STUDENTS OF BIHAR
Journal: International Journal of Advanced Research (Vol.9, No. 8)Publication Date: 2021-08-20
Authors : Amardeep Kumar Ganesh Prasad Singh Anant Kumar Verma; Arshad Ayub;
Page : 640-646
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Abstract
The SARS-CoV-2 pandemic known as COVID 19 has placed an overwhelming burden on health systems and authorities to respond with effective and appropriate interventions, policies and message. , it is important for doctors working with the population to have adequate knowledge related to SARS-CoV-2 pandemic which should be of great help in dealing with the emerging situation. This survey was aimed to find out the level of knowledge related to SARS-Cov-2 among doctors, interns and medical undergraduate students with particular emphasis on Bihar. Objectives : to assess the basic knowledge among doctors, interns and undergraduate students that is needed for the prevention and treatment of the COVID19 disease and to find out any differences in their knowledge with associated factors. Methodology: A cross-sectional survey among doctors and undergraduate medical students was conducted during the first COVID-19 wave using a validated self-administered questionnaire of 14 items, sent to doctors via online platforms. The data was analyzed using SPSS v.20. Results : Good score was secured more by males and elder doctors as compared to females and younger ones. Doctors who thought they have good knowledge ,actually scored good. Conclusion: The knowledge related to COVID-19 in doctors of Bihar was found to be at par with other states of India. In general they appear to be motivated to upgrade their knowledge. However, the average knowledge among undergraduate medical students cautions for careful induction of them in COVID 19 workforce if needed.
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