Effect of Instructional Module on Knowledge and its Management of Neonatal Jaundice among Nurses in Pediatric Unit of Two Selected Tertiary Hospitals, Ogun State

Abstract:

The neonatal period is crucial to the survival of any newborn. In the absence of adequate and prompt management, neonatal jaundice (NNJ) can lead to acute or moderate bilirubin encephalopathy, physical impairments, mental retardation and even death. Nurses play crucial roles in the care of neonates and thus will be in advantage position to curb many death in neonates, continuing education is paramount in rendering nursing care, hence this study aimed to evaluate the effect of an instructional module on knowledge and its management of NNJ among Nurses working in two selected tertiary hospitals in Ogun State.