Awareness of  first-aid management of epistaxis among school students in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

Alshehri, Khalid A; Alqulayti, Waleed M; Saggaf, Omar Mohammed; Enani, Maryam Z.; Bahatheq, Abdulrahman K.; Abdalwassie, Lujain K; Marzouki, Hani

doi:10.4103/ssj.ssj_26_19

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“…Despite the global prevalence of epistaxis, only 60% of the participants reported prior experience with the condition, suggesting a possible underreporting due to the perception of nosebleeds as trivial events not requiring medical care [ 17 , 18 ]. Moreover, only half (52%) had received any first aid training for epistaxis management, mirroring findings from other studies conducted in Saudi Arabia and elsewhere [ 12 , 19 , 20 ]. In Alhassa, Saudi Arabia, 67% had experienced epistaxis before, and 54% had received information about first aid for epistaxis [ 19 ].…”

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confidence: 79%

“…In Saudi Arabia, past research has shown that medical students have sufficient knowledge to administer first aid for epistaxis [ 10 ]. Other studies in Riyadh and Jeddah have found that school teachers and students are reasonably knowledgeable about management [ 11 , 12 ]. However, there is a noticeable knowledge gap about first aid among the general population, especially in the Jazan region of Saudi Arabia.…”

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Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice of First Aid for Epistaxis Among the General Population in the Jazan Region of Saudi Arabia

Mahzara,

Mawkili,

Muafa

et al. 2023

Cureus

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Background Epistaxis, or nosebleeds, is a widespread medical condition that can be effectively managed with appropriate first aid. Understanding the general public's knowledge and practices about this is crucial. Objectives This study sought to evaluate the awareness and practice regarding first aid for epistaxis within the general population of the Jazan region in Saudi Arabia. Methods A cross-sectional survey was administered from April through June 2023, using a questionnaire that covered sociodemographic factors, knowledge of epistaxis, first aid practices for epistaxis, and any previous training received. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS (IBM Corp., Armonk, NY), with chi-square tests to evaluate the variables' associations. Results The questionnaire was completed by 622 participants, predominantly females, Saudis, and individuals from the age group of 18 to 25 years. It was found that 60% of the participants had experienced epistaxis, but only 52% had received prior first aid training. Although the majority (91.8%) accurately defined epistaxis, a mere 40.8% correctly identified all the steps for first aid management of epistaxis. There was a notable insufficiency in understanding the causes, risk factors, and appropriate first aid steps. Participants' knowledge was evenly split, with approximately half exhibiting low knowledge (49.70%) and the remainder showing high knowledge (50.30%). Certain sociodemographic factors such as older age (p=0.028), Saudi nationality (p=0.045), and higher education (p=0.001) were linked with more experiences of epistaxis. Conversely, younger age (p=0.002), female gender (p=0.036), single status (p=0.001), prior experience with epistaxis (p=0.001), and higher overall knowledge (p=0.001) were associated with a higher likelihood of having received first aid training. Conclusions The study reveals significant gaps in the knowledge and practices of first aid for epistaxis among the general population in the Jazan region. Public awareness campaigns and educational programs are urgently needed, particularly for specific groups. Enhancing first aid knowledge could help alleviate the impacts of epistaxis. Further research is required to develop effective educational interventions.

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Section: Discussionsupporting

confidence: 79%

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice of First Aid for Epistaxis Among the General Population in the Jazan Region of Saudi Arabia

Mahzara,

Mawkili,

Muafa

et al. 2023

Cureus

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“…Several trials were previously conducted either about general first-aid management among parents[ 18 19 ] or about epistaxis first-aid management in other populations. [ 11 20 21 22 23 24 ] Consequently, this study was conducted to assess the knowledge of first-aid management regarding epistaxis among parents in Taif city, Saudi Arabia. Besides that this study was conducted to examine the factors that could affect the participants’ knowledge.…”

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Parents’ knowledge regarding first-aid management of epistaxis in children in Taif, Saudi Arabia

Alam

Jawhari

Aljuaid

et al. 2023

Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care

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A BSTRACT Objectives: Epistaxis among children is considered a scary issue for both the child and the parents. In Saudi Arabia, one third of children suffer from epistaxis. In our study, we aimed to assess the level of knowledge among parents regarding first-aid management of epistaxis in Taif city, Saudi Arabia. Method: We carried out a descriptive cross-sectional study among parents who visited Alhada Armed Forces Hospital and Prince Mansour Military Hospital between May 2022 and July 2022 in Taif, Saudi Arabia. A questionnaire with 17 questions was distributed among the participants. We excluded parents with children who were older than 18 years. Results: A total of 502 parents were included in the study. About two thirds (67.5%) of parents had a moderate level of knowledge and around one third (30.9%) showed a good level of knowledge regarding epistaxis first aid. Furthermore, higher knowledge scores were found among parents who had epistaxis previously ( P = 0.026), who attended a course on first aid ( P = 0.002), and who were aged more than 35 years ( P = 0.017). Conclusion: Our study demonstrated that most Saudi parents had a moderate level of knowledge regarding first-aid management of epistaxis. Additionally, several factors, such as the number of children, age, those attending first-aid courses, and experience treating others with epistaxis, were associated with the level of knowledge among parents. Further larger studies are required among Saudi parents to examine the knowledge, practice, and related factors regarding first-aid management of epistaxis.

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“…Finally, Abdullah et al and Alshehri et al established moderately higher, i.e. 63% and 79% awareness levels of epistaxis, respectively [ 26 , 27 ].…”

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A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of the Awareness of and Attitudes Toward Epistaxis

Alkhalifah,

Alhumaidan,

Alotaibi

et al. 2023

Cureus

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Epistaxis, commonly known as nasal bleeding, ranks among the most prevalent emergencies encountered in otorhinolaryngology. The etiology of epistaxis is multifaceted, arising from both local and systemic factors. In Saudi Arabia, a country with a relatively high prevalence of epistaxis, understanding the level of awareness and attitudes toward first aid management of epistaxis is of paramount importance. This systematic review aims to bridge this knowledge gap by evaluating the awareness of and attitudes toward epistaxis first aid in Saudi Arabia. This systematic review and meta-analysis adhered to Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA) guidelines. A comprehensive electronic search was executed across PubMed, Google Scholar, and Web of Science databases, encompassing studies published between January 2015 and July 2023. The study included exclusively cross-sectional studies, assessing awareness and attitude toward epistaxis first aid in Saudi Arabia across all populations and studies in English. The 17 selected studies were all published after October 2017, with three published in the year of this systematic review (2023). Sample sizes exhibited substantial variability, ranging from 57 to 2,441 individuals. Despite widespread awareness of epistaxis, the general population often disregards it as a minor health issue. This discrepancy highlights the importance of addressing epistaxis seriously, given the potential for severe bleeding as a medical emergency. The review of 17 studies revealed significant variations in epistaxis awareness levels, influenced by factors such as age, gender, and varying sample sizes. Notably, higher awareness levels were observed in studies involving the general Saudi population and those employing self-administered questionnaires. The average awareness and knowledge of epistaxis and its management among Saudi residents were moderate, with an estimated awareness level of 63%. A large-scale epidemiological survey, considering sociodemographic factors, is recommended to provide a more comprehensive understanding of epistaxis awareness.

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Awareness of first-aid management of epistaxis among school students in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

Cited by 7 publications

References 11 publications

Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice of First Aid for Epistaxis Among the General Population in the Jazan Region of Saudi Arabia

Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice of First Aid for Epistaxis Among the General Population in the Jazan Region of Saudi Arabia

Parents’ knowledge regarding first-aid management of epistaxis in children in Taif, Saudi Arabia

A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of the Awareness of and Attitudes Toward Epistaxis

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