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Journal of Nurse Midwifery and Maternal Health 12(2):p 75-81, May-August 2026. | DOI: https://doi.org/10.21088/jnmmh.2454.7506.12226.1
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To Assess the Effectiveness of a Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Torch Infections, its Management and Infection Control Measures among Maternity Department Nurses in Selected Hospitals
Jashanpreet Kaur, Karamjeet Kaur
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Journal of Nurse Midwifery and Maternal Health 12(2):p 75-81, May-August 2026. | DOI: https://doi.org/10.21088/jnmmh.2454.7506.12226.1
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Jashanpreet Kaur, Karamjeet Kaur. To Assess the Effectiveness of a Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Torch Infections, its Management and Infection Control Measures among Maternity Department Nurses in Selected Hospitals. J Nurse Midwifery Matern Health. 2026; 12(2): 75-81.Timeline
Received : April 14, 2026
Accepted : May 18, 2026
Published : August 30, 2026
Abstract
Background of the study: TORCH infections (Toxoplasmosis, Other agents, Rubella, Cytomegalo virus and Herpes simplex virus) are significant contributors to adverse maternal and neonatal outcomes worldwide. These infections often remain asymptomatic in mothers but can lead to severe fetal complications such as congenital anomalies, intrauterine death, and developmental disabilities. Methodology: A quasi-experimental study was conducted among 60 maternity department nurses (30 experimental, 30 control). Data were collected by using a self structured questionnaire. Results: The result revealed that mean of post-test level of knowledge score is 22.33 was significantly higher than the pre-test of knowledge score is 18.33 in the experimental group. Conclusion: Structured teaching programme significantly improved knowledge among maternity department nurses.
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All authors contributed significantly to the work and approve its publication.
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We would like to express our gratitude to the patients, their families, and all those who have contributed to this study.
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Jashanpreet Kaur, Karamjeet Kaur. To Assess the Effectiveness of a Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Torch Infections, its Management and Infection Control Measures among Maternity Department Nurses in Selected Hospitals. J Nurse Midwifery Matern Health. 2026; 12(2): 75-81.
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.21088/jnmmh.2454.7506.12226.1
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| Received | April 14, 2026 |
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