A Study to Assess Prevalence of Developing Work Related Musculoskeletal Disorders Among Nursing Students at KPGU University – A Cross Sectional Study
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Nursing students, work related musculoskeletal disorders, KPGU universityAbstract
Background: Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WRMSDs) present as pain or discomfort in the musculoskeletal system that individuals experience from work-related activities. Substantial research evidence exists on qualified nurses with WRMSDs, but there is a distinct lack of research regarding nursing students and their work environment in Vadodara. The aim of the study was to find out the prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders among nursing students in Vadodara.
Methodology : A cross sectional study involving a self administered questionnaire was initiated among the undergraduate nursing students at the KPGU University, Vadodara. All 100 undergraduate nursing students were given the opportunity to participate by completing the questionnaire. Data analysis consisted of frequencies,descriptive and custom tables. The Chi-square test for association was used to test the associations between variables
Result: The study found a 60% prevalence of MSDs. Musculoskeletal disorders occurred most commonly in the lower back (46%), neck (12%) and shoulder(10%), ankle/feet(17%) regions.
Conclusion: At the Drs Kiran and Pallavi Patel Global University (KPGU), there is a high frequency of MSDs
(60%) among undergraduate nursing students. The highest prevalence rate for lower back pain during the past12 months was observed.
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