Effect of an In Instructional Program on Mothers Knowledge Regarding Prevention of Uterine Prolapse

Abstract

Objective: To assess effect of the program on mothers' knowledge of uterine prolapse preventive measures and determine the relationship between knowledge of and specific obstetrical and demographic factors.

Study Design: A quasi-experimental study
Place and Duration of Study: This study was conducted at the Bint Al-Huda Teaching Hospital, Iraq from 1st October 2024 to 31st March 2025.

Methods: 70 mothers who were enrolled. The demographic and reproductive information, as well as areas of knowledge related to prolapse were recorded. This was implemented through structured instructional sessions, followed by a post-test.

Results: Level of knowledge was weak before implementing the program in all areas, while they improved significantly after the intervention, as the overall scores increased from a weak level to a good level of knowledge. A
association also found between occupation, family history of prolapse and the level of knowledge, while most other demographic and obstetrical characteristics did not show any significant relationships only previous pelvic surgery.

Conclusions: Health instructional programs can increase mothers' awareness and knowledge of uterine prolapse prevention.