A STUDY TO ASSESS THE EFFECTIVENESS OF VIDEO ASSISTED TEACHING PROGRAMME ON KNOWLEDGE REGARDING ECT COMPLICATIONS AMONG CAREGIVERS OF PATIENTS RECEIVED ECT IN SELECTED MENTAL HOSPITALS OF NORTH GUJARAT

Author Name: 1. Jenci Patel, 2.Prof. Jerone L.B., 3. Dr. Dayalal Patidar

Volume/Issue: 06/08

Country: India

DOI NO.: 08.2020-25662434 DOI Link: https://doi-ds.org/doilink/01.2026-16685647/UIJIR

Affiliation:

1. Sc. Nursing, Joitiba college of Nursing, Bhandu, Mehsana, Gujarat, India.
2. Professor and HOD Psychiatric, Joitiba college of Nursing, Bhandu, Mehsana, Gujarat, India.
3. PhD Guide, Associate dean (HNGU, Patan), Principal, Joitiba college of Nursing, Bhandu, Mehsana, Gujarat, India.

ABSTRACT

INTRODUCTION: Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) remains a widely used and effective treatment for severe psychiatric disorders. However, misconceptions and limited awareness about its complications persist, especially among caregivers, which can affect treatment adherence and patient care. Enhancing caregiver knowledge is essential for informed decision-making and improved support during the treatment process. RESEARCH APPROACH: Quantitative Approach. RESEARCH DESIGN: Pre-experimental one group pre-test post-test design. PARTICIPANTS: 60 caregivers were selected by using purposive sampling technique. INTERVENTION: On first day pre-test was conducted by using self-structured questionnaire and VAT was administered to find its effectiveness, On 7th day we conducted the post-test by using self-structured questionnaire. TOOL: Self structured questionnaire. RESULT: The comparison of mean value of pre-test and post-test level of knowledge regarding ECT complications among caregivers of patients received ECT. The mean value of post-test knowledge score (18.18 ± 3.98) was significantly higher than the mean value of pre-test score (8.86 ± 2.60), so the mean percentage difference is (31.07%). The calculated ‘t’ value (24.05) is greater than table value 2.000. This shows a significant difference between mean pre-test and post-test knowledge scores. Hence the hypothesis H1 was accepted. A significant association was found between pre-test knowledge scores and selected demographic variables such as relationship to the patient and area of residence. CONCLUSION: The study concluded that the video-assisted teaching programme was effective in enhancing the knowledge of caregivers regarding complications of ECT. Implementing such educational interventions in clinical settings can help reduce caregiver anxiety and improve the overall care provided to patients received ECT.

Key words: Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT), Complications, Caregivers, Video-Assisted Teaching Programme, Mental Hospitals, Knowledge, North Gujarat.