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Contraceptive knowledge Teachers Nnewi
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Contraceptive Knowledge and Practice Among Female Teachers of Reproductive Age, in Nnewi, Anambra State
Abstract
Background: Contraceptive prevalence in Nigeria has been consistently low despite all efforts by government and non governmental organization to boost utilization. Yet sexual activity in the country is on the increase especially among young persons (10-24 years).
Objective: The aim of this study is to assess the level of contraceptive knowledge and practice among female teachers of reproductive age group (15-49 years) in Nnewi, Anambra State, Nigeria.
Methods: A cross sectional descriptive study of the contraceptive knowledge and practice of 384 teachers of reproductive age (15-49 years), teaching in both primary and secondary schools within Nnewi Town, Anambra State between April and June 2010.
Results: Majority of the respondents, 372 (97.0%), had knowledge of at least one form of contraceptive method.
The best known method of contraception was the natural method, 180 (46.9%). The highest knowledge for the modern method was that of condom, 178 (46.4%), while the least known was sterilization methods, 35 (9.1%). The commonest source of information was the mass media. Ever use of contraception was found in 219 (57.0%) respondents while current use was found in 154 (40.0%). Husbands' approval, 90 (58.4%) was the commonest reason for choice of a particular method while the least reason was cost, 8 (5.1%).
Conclusion: A disparity exists between knowledge and contraceptive practice among female teachers of reproductive age in Nnewi. This gap can be bridged by properly designed training and re-training of teachers on reproductive health issues including family planning.
Keys Words: Contraceptive knowledge, Teachers, Nnewi
Objective: The aim of this study is to assess the level of contraceptive knowledge and practice among female teachers of reproductive age group (15-49 years) in Nnewi, Anambra State, Nigeria.
Methods: A cross sectional descriptive study of the contraceptive knowledge and practice of 384 teachers of reproductive age (15-49 years), teaching in both primary and secondary schools within Nnewi Town, Anambra State between April and June 2010.
Results: Majority of the respondents, 372 (97.0%), had knowledge of at least one form of contraceptive method.
The best known method of contraception was the natural method, 180 (46.9%). The highest knowledge for the modern method was that of condom, 178 (46.4%), while the least known was sterilization methods, 35 (9.1%). The commonest source of information was the mass media. Ever use of contraception was found in 219 (57.0%) respondents while current use was found in 154 (40.0%). Husbands' approval, 90 (58.4%) was the commonest reason for choice of a particular method while the least reason was cost, 8 (5.1%).
Conclusion: A disparity exists between knowledge and contraceptive practice among female teachers of reproductive age in Nnewi. This gap can be bridged by properly designed training and re-training of teachers on reproductive health issues including family planning.
Keys Words: Contraceptive knowledge, Teachers, Nnewi
