Knowledge, attitude, and practices of face mask utilization in a public high school in Laguna post-pandemic

Date

6-2024

Academic Strand

Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Strand

Adviser

Ronadane N. Liwanag

Principal

Buela, Mabel S.

Abstract

The COVID-19 epidemic, which thrust face masks to the center of public health defense, is the backdrop against whi ch the study is conducted. The study, which focuses on UPRHS students, intends to support public health campaigns, raise awareness of face mask use, and advise the management of the university. It emphasizes how crucial it is to comprehend how students behave when it comes to wearing face masks in order to effectively promote health. This Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices (KAP) study, which was carried out among UPRHS (University of the Philippines Rural High School) students to assess their knowledge, attitudes, perceptions, and behaviors regarding the use of face masks in the context of general healthcare practices. A mixed-methods approach was used in the process, with sections of the open-ended essays and Likert-style questionnaires. Google Sheets and Google Forms were used for data administration and data analysis, whereas Jamovi was used for statistical analysis. The results show that UPRHS students have a good understanding of face masks and a favorable opinion of their benefits for public health. Face mask usage habits varied, too, despite positive sentiments: several students reported using them seldom for post-protocol relaxation. Associations between the frequency of face mask use, attitudes regarding infection responsibility, and cleanliness habits were found using correlational analysis. Students' perspectives also emphasized societal influences, personal preferences, and health concerns as variables that affect face mask usage

Language

English

LC Subject

Capstone

Location

UP Rural High School

Document Type

Capstone

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