Development and testing of an audio-visual aid for improvement of infant oral health through primary caregiver education.
Published: 2004
Language: eng
Number of pages: 140
Description: Conclusions. The AV aid is an effective tool in providing anticipatory guidance for IOH in high-risk populations. Unlike already existing educational materials, this AV aid provides a comprehensive, self-directed, evidence-based approach for the promotion of IOH. Widespread application of this prevention protocol is expected to result in greater awareness, increased utilization of dental services and a reduced incidence of preventable oral disease in the target populations.Results. Significant lack of knowledge about IOH (41%) was noted in the pre-test. Significant improvement in knowledge 32% (range -3 to 57%; P &lt; 0.0001) was noted following a single viewing of the AV aid.Purpose. To create and test an audio-visual (AV) aid for educating parents/caregivers about infant oral health (IOH).Methods. A video/DVD has been developed, containing evidence-based information and comprehensive anticipatory guidance for IOH. A questionnaire was administered to twenty-seven expectant/young mothers and early childhood educators before and after viewing the video/DVD.
Notes: Adviser: Gajanan Kulkarni.

Thesis (M.Sc.)--University of Toronto, 2004.

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Source: Masters Abstracts International, Volume: 43-03, page: 0811.

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