ASSESS THE LEVEL OF KNOWLEDGE REGARDING MANAGEMENT OF VARICOSE VEIN AMONG HEALTH CARE WORKERS IN SELECTED SMS HOSPITAL JAIPUR

Author Name: 1. Manmeet Singh Bains 2. Dr. Abdul Latif

Volume/Issue: 03/06

Country: India

DOI NO.: 08.2020-25662434 DOI Link: https://www.doi-ds.org/doilink/12.2022-81886656/UIJIR

Affiliation:

1. Research Scholar Nursing J.J.T.U. Rajasthan, India
2. Principal KGN College of Nursing,  Sikar, PhD Nursing. Rajasthan, India

ABSTRACT

Varicose veins are twisted, enlarged veins, often dark blue in colour, near to or raised above the surface of the skin mainly seen in the lower limbs. The veins can stretch from the increased pressure. This may weaken the walls of the veins and damage the valves each individual may experience symptoms differently.The present study objective is to assess the knowledge on prevention and management of varicose veins among health care workers. Methodology: The research design adapted for this study was a non- experimental descriptive research design. Non-probability purposive sampling technique was adopted. Samples were selected on the basis of inclusion criteria. Samples used were 52 health care workers who are working in the SMS medical college and hospital.

Key words: Varicose veins, Self-instructional Module, Traffic police employee, Prevention and management