Development and validation of parental knowledge, attitude and practice in eye problem among children questionnaire (PEPC-KAPQ).

ABSTRACT:

Background

Most eye problems among children can be detected and treated at an early age to reduce the prevalence of visual impairment. Understanding the knowledge, attitude, and practice (KAP) among parents about common children's eye problems is fundamental to encourage parents to seek early eye care services for their children. This study aims to develop a Parental Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice in Eye Problem among Children Questionnaire (PEPC-KAPQ) and evaluate its psychometric properties.

Methods

This study involved developing a questionnaire and was conducted in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia from July 2021 until June 2022. The questionnaire was developed based on a literature review and expert consultation. The first phase includes a systematic literature review to generat

SUBMITTER: Ghani NDH 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10490973 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature