A Cross Sectional Observational Study for Assessing the Knowledge of Mothers on Child Nutrition (0-24 months)

Abstract

It is necessary to provide more insight into the relationship between maternal knowledge and child health outcomes. The circumstances under which acquired knowledge is put into practice are all important in deciding on possible interventions. This study attempts to assess this knowledge gap and the purpose of the study, was to assess nutritional knowledge and nutritional status of children 0-24 months. The results of the study would be useful to achieve the objectives and to enhance mothers’ nutrition knowledge, improve perception on the importance of immunization and antenatal services. Mothers would better utilise the health facilities that offer routine child survival services, leading to good nutrition of the children, reduce child morbidity and mortality. Vitamin A Supplementation is a very essential child survival service for child growth and protection from frequent infections if received after every six months up to five years of age.