EFFECTIVENESS OF STRUCTURED TEACHING PROGRAMME ON KNOWLEDGE REGARDING HOME MANAGEMENT OF NEPHROTIC SYNDROME AMONG MOTHERS OF CHILDREN WITH NEPHROTIC SYNDROME IN SELECTED PEDIATRIC HOSPITALS

Introduction: Nephrotic syndrome is a common chronic renal disorder in children characterized by massive proteinuria, hypoalbuminemia, edema, and hyperlipidaemia. Effective home management—including medication adherence, infection prevention, dietary regulation, and early recognition of relapse—is essential for improving outcomes. Mothers play a central role in the day-to-day care of affected children; therefore, strengthening their knowledge is crucial. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of a structured teaching programme on knowledge regarding home management of nephrotic syndrome among mothers of children with the condition. Objectives: The objectives of the study are to 1. assess the level of existing knowledge regarding home management of nephrotic syndrome among mothers of children with nephrotic syndrome. 2. Find out the effectiveness of the structured teaching programme regarding home management of nephrotic syndrome among mothers of children with nephrotic syndrome by comparing pretest and post-test knowledge scores. 3. Find out the association between post-test knowledge scores regarding home management of nephrotic syndrome with selected sociodemographic variables of mothers of children with nephrotic syndrome. Methodology: A pre-experimental one-group pretest–post-test design was adopted. The study included 60 mothers of children with nephrotic syndrome from selected pediatric hospitals in Bangalore. Participants were selected using a non-probability purposive sampling technique. Data were collected using a structured knowledge questionnaire administered before and after the teaching programme. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used for analysis. Results: The findings revealed that post-test knowledge scores were significantly higher than pre-test scores, indicating that the structured teaching programme was effective in improving mothers’ knowledge regarding home management of nephrotic syndrome. No significant association was observed between post-test knowledge scores and selected sociodemographic variables. Conclusion: The study concluded that structured educational interventions are effective in enhancing mothers’ knowledge of nephrotic syndrome and its home management. Incorporating such teaching programmes into routine pediatric care may improve disease management, reduce complications, and promote better health outcomes for affected children.