A study to assess the effectiveness of self-instructional module on knowledge regarding effect of lifestyle on cardio pulmonary system among adults working in selected institute, Mangalore

Abstract

Sedentary lifestyles, marked by prolonged sitting and low physical activity, are linked to various health issues such as coronary artery diseases, hypertension, obesity, and diabetes. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a self-education module on the impact of lifestyle on the cardiopulmonary system among adults workers, highlighting the need for better health education and lifestyle changes. Objectives of the study: To determine the level of knowledge regarding effect of life style on cardio pulmonary system. To evaluate the effectiveness of self instructional module on level of knowledge regarding effect of life style on cardio pulmonary system. Methodology: The study aimed to assess the effectiveness of SIM in enhancing knowledge about lifestyle effects on cardiopulmonary system among adult workers. A one-group pre-test – post-test design was used, with 60 adults from a selected global institution in Mangalore selected. Data was collected using a structured knowledge questionnaire and analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Result: The study found that 98.3% of adult workers had moderate knowledge about lifestyle's impact on the cardiopulmonary system, while 46.7% had adequate knowledge post-test. The self-instruction module significantly improved knowledge scores, and no association was found between pre-test knowledge scores and demographic variables. Conclusion: The study suggests that introducing lifestyle effects on cardiopulmonary system among adult workers can improve their knowledge and reduce occupational stress. The self-instructional module was found to be an effective strategy, providing information and enhancing knowledge about lifestyle modifications, without any association with pre-test knowledge scores or demographic variables.