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http://dx.doi.org/10.5953/JMJH.2021.28.3.209

The Effect of Knowledge and Attitudes on Preventive Behaviors Plan for Zika Virus Infection in University Students  

Lim, Seungjoo (Department of Nursing.Research Institute for Basic Sciences, Hoseo University)
Kim, Youngji (Department of Nursing, College of Nursing and Health, Kongju National University)
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Journal of muscle and joint health / v.28, no.3, 2021 , pp. 209-216 More about this Journal
Abstract
Purpose: This study aimed to determine the effect of knowledge and attitudes of preventive behavior plans (PBPs) on Zika virus infection among university students. Methods: Participants included 130 students from H University in Korea. Electronic self-reported questionnaires were used to collect data. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, t-test, ANOVA, Pearson's correlation coefficient, and regression analysis with SPSS/WIN 23.0. Results: The mean percentile score for knowledge was 35.52±20.63. The mean scores for attitudes and PBPs were 3.31±0.47 and 3.07±0.72, respectively, out of 5 points. Knowledge (t=-5.79, p<.001), attitudes (t=-3.17, p=.002), and PBPs (t=-2.67, p=.009) differed significantly with respect to awareness concerning Zika virus infection. The factor 'attitudes' significantly affected PBPs, with an R2 value of 12.0% (β=.27, p<.001). Conclusion: Developing a correct attitude toward Zika virus infection may be key to improving preventive behaviors. Health education messages should be tailored to increase preventive behaviors against Zika virus infection. Nursing educators will benefit from partnerships with health educators and by using internet media to speed up the dissemination of Zika virus information.
Keywords
Zika virus; Knowledge; Attitude; Behavior; Students;
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