Abstract
The study was carried out to determine the prevalence of measles amongst children in Abia State University Teaching Hospital (ABSUTH) Aba. The aim of the study is to provide data on the prevalence of measles amongst children (0 – 5 years) in ABSUTH, to determine the most affected age group and to identify the most prevalent complications. It is a descriptive study on the prevalence of measles among children (0 to 5) attending ABSUTH from January 2014 to December, 2018. 14712 children reported to the hospital with different ailments within the period. Out of this, 419 children had measles which was used as the sample size for the study. Computer check list, data compilation form and calculator were used as instruments for this study. Data collected were analysed using tables, figures and graphs. Out of the 14,712 cases, 419 (2.8%) presented with measles in the five years study. The prevalence was highest in 2014 and lowest in 2018. The gender prevalence showed measles occurred more in males (55.8%) than in females (44.2%). It occurred in children between the ages of 1 to 2 years (30.8%) and the peak month incidence was seen in January (18.4%), May (66%), February (11.2%) and December (11%). Incidence was highest in those unimmunized. Vitamin A also helps susceptible children prevent complications.
Table of Contents
CERTIFICATION PAGE
ABSTRACT
DEDICATION
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION
Background of the Study
Statement of Problem
Research Questions
Objectives of the Study
Significance of the Study
Scope of the Study
Operational Definition
CHAPTER TWO
LITERATURE REVIEW
Conceptual Review
Theoretical Review
Application of the Model
CHAPTER THREE
METHODOLOGY
Design
Setting
Target population
Sampling Technique
Instruments for Data Collection
Validity of Instrument
Reliability of Instrument
Method of Data Collection
Method of Data Analysis
Ethical Consideration
CHAPTER FOUR
ANALYSIS OF DATA
Prevalence of Measles
Gender Prevalence of Measles
Age Distribution
Season/ Month of Presentation
Complications
CHAPTER FIVE
DISCUSSION OF FINDINGS
Prevalence of Measles
Gender Prevalence of Measles
Age Prevalence of Measles
Season/ month Prevalence of Measles
Complications
Effects of Immunization
Implication for Nursing
Limitations of the Study
Summary
Conclusion
Recommendations
Suggestions for Further Studies
BIBLIOGRAPHY
APPENDIX A
APPENDIX B
APPENDIX C