Assessing the Perceptions and Practices Toward Eye Injuries First Aid Among General Population in the Western Region of Saudi Arabia: A Cross-Sectional Study

Alhothali, Ammar S; Aljabri, Moayad K; Zamzami, Osama S; Althubaiti, Mohammed A; Alshanbari, Abdullah S; Alsaeedi, Abdullah K; Al-Ghamdi, Abdullah Ahmed

doi:10.7759/cureus.36362

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“…However, other studies have reported variations in knowledge levels. Alhothali et al conducted a study and reported a higher overall knowledge score compared to the present study [19]. These differences could be attributed to variations in the study populations, geographical regions, or educational programs implemented to enhance eye injury awareness in specific contexts.…”

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Community-Level Awareness of Proper Immediate Steps for Ocular Chemical Injury in Saudi Arabia

Taha,

Alzubaidi,

AlHajri

et al. 2023

Cureus

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Background: The human eyes are the most vital sensory organ. Eye injury is the main factor leading to monocular blindness. There is a lack of understanding in the Saudi community regarding the appropriate response to a chemical injury to the eyes. To provide accurate and clear medical information about ocular chemical damage, it is crucial to identify areas where healthcare professionals fall short. To address the gaps in critical knowledge, this study aimed to focus on the Saudi Arabian community to determine if healthcare professionals have fulfilled their responsibility as health promoters in providing education on eye emergencies. We examined the immediate reaction of the study participants to evaluate the community's awareness of chemical eye injuries and immediate management strategies. Objectives: This study aimed to assess and evaluate the general population's knowledge and awareness of immediate management steps following an ocular chemical injury in Saudi Arabia. Methodology: A cross-sectional design was employed. A random sampling method was used to select 2,295 individuals from the Saudi community. Participants completed an electronic closed-ended, pre-validated, anonymous, and self-administered questionnaire. Results: The majority of the respondents were females (71.6%) and Saudis (94.5%) aged 18 to 30 years (46.6%). The majority of the respondents correctly stated that eye injuries could cause complications (89.6%) and that common substances that could result in eye injuries are chloride and detergents (93.3%) and battery materials (73.1%). Furthermore, complications after eye injuries could include blindness (80.6%), perforation (44.5%), and scar formation (38.1%). A substantial proportion of the respondents indicated that water should be used to treat chemical injuries due to acidic and alkaline substances (68.1%). However, only a small proportion of the respondents correctly answered that the eyes should be washed for 30 minutes or more after an ocular injury (7.9%). Conclusions: The overall knowledge levels on injury mechanisms and complications were generally high with a lack of knowledge regarding immediate management for injuries. Therefore, there is a need for targeted educational interventions and training programs to enhance the general public’s understanding of immediate management strategies for chemical eye injuries.

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Community-Level Awareness of Proper Immediate Steps for Ocular Chemical Injury in Saudi Arabia

Taha,

Alzubaidi,

AlHajri

et al. 2023

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“…Also, good knowledge was shown by the female gender. In the current study, a statistically significant association was found between age and awareness (P-value < 0.00001) [ 16 ]. However, it's important to clarify that these findings do not inherently imply that being female directly causes or affects knowledge.…”

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Community-Level Awareness of Proper Immediate Steps Regarding Ocular Chemical Injury in Qassim Region, Saudi Arabia

Alotaibi,

Alnayf,

Taha

et al. 2023

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Background An ocular chemical injury is a critical medical condition that results in harm to many components within the orbit, including the epithelium, cornea, and anterior segment. Most accidents tend to transpire among individuals in younger age groups, primarily as a result of their exposure to hazardous conditions either within their domestic environment or in occupational settings. Objective The objective of this study is to evaluate the extent of community awareness of chemical eye injuries and the appropriate measures for urgent care, focusing on different age groups within the Al-Qassim region. Methods A cross-sectional study was utilized in this research, employing data from a sample of 384 individuals residing in Qassim. The participants completed a self-administered questionnaire, which was administered online and ensured anonymity. The questionnaire used in this study had been previously validated. Results The study included a total of 384 participants who were not affiliated with the medical field, selected from the Al-Qassim region. Most of the respondents demonstrated fairly good level of awareness regarding ocular chemical injury (69%). There was a statistically significant relationship between age and the level of awareness (p-value=0.00001<0.05). Most participants believed that ocular chemical injury could cause ocular complications (93.8%) and identified chloride and detergents (92.2%) as the main materials that cause ocular injuries. Conclusion Overall summary, this study’s findings suggest that there exists a moderate degree of knowledge among the public regarding chemical injuries to the eye and the appropriate rapid response to such injuries. Majority of the community members were aware that ocular chemical injury can cause ocular complications, blindness, perforation, scarring, and cataracts. Additionally, chloride and detergents were found to be the most common causes of ocular injuries among the population. The study found the most common immediate action when exposed to ocular chemical injury was to irrigate the eye with large amount of water. The study established a statistically significant association between the age and awareness about ocular chemical injury; thus, age appears to be a key factor influencing the amount of awareness seen.

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Assessing the Perceptions and Practices Toward Eye Injuries First Aid Among General Population in the Western Region of Saudi Arabia: A Cross-Sectional Study

Cited by 2 publications

References 15 publications

Community-Level Awareness of Proper Immediate Steps for Ocular Chemical Injury in Saudi Arabia

Community-Level Awareness of Proper Immediate Steps for Ocular Chemical Injury in Saudi Arabia

Community-Level Awareness of Proper Immediate Steps Regarding Ocular Chemical Injury in Qassim Region, Saudi Arabia

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