Knowledge of and attitude to eye disorders among pediatricians in North Jordan

Ababneh, Laila T.; Khriesat, Wadah; Dalu, Sarah Abu; Hanania, R; Ababneh, Bayan F.; Amer, Nama’ A. Bany; Jahmani, Thamer

doi:10.1016/j.amsu.2021.102430

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“…These participants did not differ in terms of age, gender, and years of experience from the rest of the sample. The findings contradict those found in studies conducted in Kenya, Ethiopia, and Jordan [ 6 , 7 , 10 ], which revealed a low level of knowledge among pediatricians treating red eye. A possible reason may be the training program of pediatricians in Israel as well as the training provided on the job.…”

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“…The current recommendations of pediatric ophthalmologists for the treatment of conjunctivitis begin with eyelid hygiene and cleaning the discharge, use of artificial tears, and monitoring. However, according to the literature [ 6 , 7 ], pediatricians do not often follow this course and tend to prescribe antibiotics.…”

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“…A study conducted in Jordan [ 6 ] indicated that pediatricians thought that conjunctivitis is a result of infection, while in Kenya they thought that red eye is a result of trauma. In both studies, patients were mostly referred to an ophthalmologist for further treatment [ 7 ].…”

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Pediatricians’ knowledge, attitude and practice on treating children with red eye disease

Mostovoy

Bunin²,

Eyni³

et al. 2023

BMC Ophthalmol

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Background Pediatricians play an important role in the early detection and prompt treatment of ocular disorders in children, including red eye disease. Our aim was to examine the knowledge level of pediatricians regarding treating children with red eye disease, as well as the factors that affect the knowledge level, and the potential implications of a low level of knowledge. Methods In this correlational quantitative study, 152 expert pediatricians completed a questionnaire that included questions on knowledge, attitudes, and experience in treating red eye disease. Results Respondents’ mean level of knowledge was moderate. Most of the respondents (89.5%) knew that the most likely diagnosis for a child with red eyes and a discharge is viral conjunctivitis and that pain, blurred vision, and a clouded cornea, are symptoms indicative of a more complex systemic problem. In contrast, 78.3% of the pediatricians claimed that the treatment of choice for viral conjunctivitis is a conservative treatment that includes eye flushing and strict hygiene. However, 14.5% (n = 22) of the pediatricians were found to prescribe antibiotics. A negative association was found between the pediatrician’s age and years of experience, and level of knowledge concerning treatment of children with red eye. A strong positive association was found between pediatricians’ level of knowledge and their attitudes to performing eye tests. Moreover, a negative association was found between the level of knowledge and the number of cases in which pediatricians prescribed antibiotics for children with red eye. Conclusions The research findings indicate that lack of knowledge was more conspicuous among pediatricians with more experience. Knowledge appears to be critical both for readiness to treat red eye and for proper treatment. It is necessary to provide pediatricians with tools for treating eye disorders in children and to refresh their knowledge on red eye, particularly among pediatricians with more years of experience.

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Pediatricians’ knowledge, attitude and practice on treating children with red eye disease

Mostovoy

Bunin²,

Eyni³

et al. 2023

BMC Ophthalmol

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“…Although conjunctivitis will probably cause a painless red eye, 85.1% of our participants stated inaccurately that it causes painful red eyes. These results are in line with the findings of other studies conducted in Jordan and Kenya [ 8 , 14 ]. In comparison to a study conducted in the United States, in which 55% of the general practitioners were willing to prescribe eye drops or ointments to children with painful red eyes, more than half of our physicians (51.5%) were willing to refer the patient immediately to an ophthalmologist [ 13 ].…”

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Knowledge and attitude toward eye disorders in children among pediatricians and family physicians: a survey study

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Background Vision-related disorders are common in children. Therefore, eye examination and thorough visual assessment by first-contact physicians are crucial in children. This study aimed to evaluate the knowledge of and attitude toward children’s eye disorders among pediatricians and family physicians in the Ministry of National Guard Health Affairs-Western Region (MNGHA-WR) of Saudi Arabia. Methods In this observational, cross-sectional study, we used a self-administered, web-based questionnaire. The sample size was calculated to be 148 pediatricians and family physicians (of 240 in total) currently working at MNGHA-WR. The first section of the questionnaire dwelled on demographics, while the second section addressed the physician’s knowledge of and attitude toward commonly encountered ophthalmological pathologies in children. Data collected were entered into Microsoft Excel and then transferred to IBM SPSS version 22 for statistical analysis. Results A total of 148 responses (92 family physicians and 56 pediatricians) were received. Most of the participants were residents or staff physicians (n = 105, 70.9%). The mean knowledge score of the respondents was 54.67% ± 14.5%. Participants’ knowledge was further subclassified using Bloom’s original cutoff points into high (n = 4, 2.7%), moderate (n = 53, 35.8%), and low (n = 91, 61.5%) levels of knowledge. Regarding practices, 120 (81%) participants performed ophthalmic examinations; however, only 39 (26.4%) conducted routine examinations as part of every child’s visit. Fundus examinations were performed by 25 (16.9%) physicians. A significant deficiency in knowledge was noted in those with < 1 year of work experience (P = 0.014). Although statistically not significant (P = 0.052), family physicians possessed better knowledge than pediatricians regarding children’s eye disorders. On the contrary, more pediatricians performed eye examinations than family physicians (P = 0.015). The male sex was also associated with higher rates of eye examination (P = 0.033). Conclusion An unsatisfactory level of knowledge of eye disease among participating doctors was reported. The proportion was significantly higher among residents and staff physicians. Therefore, awareness efforts should be incorporated in both family medicine and pediatrics residency programs to limit the number of cases of ocular disorders going undiagnosed in children.

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“…In another study, HReH attitudes were far more favourable amongst themselves when they were discussing task sharing as opposed to when they were discussing it with management [ 44 ]. A recent study conducted among paediatricians in Jordan reported satisfactory attitudes regarding eye health and disorders [ 45 ].…”

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Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices of Eye Health among Public Sector Eye Health Workers in South Africa

Xulu-Kasaba

Mashige

Naidoo

2021

IJERPH

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In South Africa, primary eye care is largely challenged in its organisational structure, availability of human and other resources, and clinical competency. These do meet the standard required by the National Department of Health. This study seeks to assess the levels of knowledge, attitudes, and practices on eye health amongst Human Resources for eye health (HReH) and their managers, as no study has assessed this previously. A cross-sectional study was conducted in 11 districts of a South African province. A total of 101 participants completed self-administered, close-ended, Likert-scaled questionnaires anonymously. Binary logistic regression analysis was conducted, and values of p < 0.05 were considered statistically significant. Most participants had adequate knowledge (81.6%), positive attitudes (69%), and satisfactory practices (73%) in eye health. HReH showed better knowledge than their managers (p < 0.01). Participants with a university degree, those aged 30–44 years, and those employed for <5 years showed a good attitude (p < 0.05) towards their work. Managers, who supervise and plan for eye health, were 99% less likely to practice adequately in eye health when compared with HReH (aOR = 0.012; p < 0.01). Practices in eye health were best amongst participants with an undergraduate degree, those aged 30–44 years (aOR = 2.603; p < 0.05), and participants with <5 years of employment (aOR = 26.600; p < 0.01). Knowledge, attitudes, and practices were found to be significantly moderately correlated with each other (p < 0.05). Eye health managers have poorer knowledge and practices of eye health than the HReH. A lack of direction is presented by the lack of adequately trained directorates for eye health. It is therefore recommended that policymakers review appointment requirements to ensure that adequately trained and qualified directorates be appointed to manage eye health in each district.

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Knowledge of and attitude to eye disorders among pediatricians in North Jordan

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Pediatricians’ knowledge, attitude and practice on treating children with red eye disease

Pediatricians’ knowledge, attitude and practice on treating children with red eye disease

Knowledge and attitude toward eye disorders in children among pediatricians and family physicians: a survey study

Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices of Eye Health among Public Sector Eye Health Workers in South Africa

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