ASSESSMENT OF CURRENT SCENARIO ON THE KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDE AND PRACTICES OF CONTRACEPTIVES METHODS IN A TERTIARY CARE HOSPITAL: A CROSS SECTIONAL STUDY

Abstract

Over the last 30 years, there has been an elevation in the usage of contraceptives worldwide. Contraceptives are designed for the anticipation of pregnancy, can be achieved via several approaches. It is advisable component and important for good community health. They prevent implantation of an embryo. This main motto of the study is to assess their knowledge about their present condition and well– being, to understand their state and then to educate and create awareness among them about contraceptive methods. This present study is A prospective, cross-sectional study, a total of (N = 210) patients both men and women (67 males and 143 females) visited ESI hospital conducted for a period of 6 months from January 2019 to July 2019, who are using various contraceptive methods, who satisfied the study criteria were included for the study by taking consent from them. Women had used contraception at some time to prevent unwanted birth and also to have spacing. Out of 210 women some of them have considerable knowledge about different methods of contraception among them 80 % know how to use and 20 % does not have good knowledge. Most commonly used contraceptive devices were Condoms (37.61 %) followed by Oral pills (15.23 %) and Emergency contraception (11.42 %), respectively. Women have only considerable knowledge and positive attitudes towards contraception methods. The present study reveals that women who have positive attitude toward OCs tend to utilize them more appropriately. However, there is still demand for educational programs to enhance knowledge about OCs utilization.