Willingness to Participate in Disaster Management Among Indian Dental Graduates

Rajesh, G; Pai, Mithun; Shenoy, Ramya; Priya, Harsh

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“…Rajesh et al, 30,31 but do not concur with those observed by Colvard et al 57 Low perceived effectiveness scores were observed in the present study, which are similar to that observed by Katz et al 21 and Rajesh et al 30,31 This might be due to the absence of any specific training initiatives for Indian GDPs in mitigation of disasters. 30,31 The respondents in the present study also reported higher attitude scores, which might indicate that they were interested in contributing effectively toward disaster management.…”

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“…30,31 The respondents in the present study also reported higher attitude scores, which might indicate that they were interested in contributing effectively toward disaster management. Countries, such as the United States have taken definite strides in the process of integrating dentists in disaster management at various levels.…”

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confidence: 48%

“…A questionnaire was used to explore various issues pertaining to the management of disasters among the respondents. 30,31 This questionnaire explored the participants' willingness to participate in disaster management, objective knowledge, attitude, and behavior related to management of disasters. The questionnaire also explored their perceived effectiveness and any prior training related to management of disasters.…”

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“…Items for the instrument employed in the present study were obtained from earlier research, relevant theoretical background, views of experts, and investigators' reflection. [30][31][32] A total of 26 items were employed to assess knowledge: 8 questions assessed attitude and behavior and 3 items were used to assess perceived effectiveness. Responses of "definitely yes", "yes", "neutral", "no", and "definitely no" on a 5-point Likert scale were used to assess attitude and perceived effectiveness.…”

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“…29 Earlier investigators have reported disaster management issues among Indian dental students. 30,31 As a consequence of increased enrollment to dental training, there has been an increase in the number of GDPs in India. Since they have established their practices in various parts of the country, GDPs have the distinct feature of having significant access to the community.…”

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General Dental Practitioners as Potential Responders to Disaster Scenario in a Highly Disaster-prone Area: An Explorative Study

Rajesh

Binnal

Pai

et al. 2017

The Journal of Contemporary Dental Practice

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Aim:The aim of this study is to obtain insights pertaining to disaster management among Indian general dental practitioners (GDPs). Materials and methods:All GDPs in Mangaluru city, Karnataka, India, were included in the present study. Their willingness to participate in disaster management and their objective knowledge, attitude, behavior, and perceived effectiveness related to disaster management were assessed by a structured, pretested, self-administered questionnaire. Demographic information was also collected. Conclusion:The GDPs reported knowledge and behavior scores which were low, while their attitude and willingness to participate were high. Demographic determinants might be critical indicators in disaster management scenario among GDPs. Clinical significance:The present study has crucial implications for policymakers and curriculum changes to integrate dentists effectively into disaster response teams. As responsible members of the society, the dental fraternity has critical contributions to make toward disaster mitigation. Integration of GDPs in a multidisciplinary team managing disasters might be crucial, especially in highly disaster-prone areas, such as India, with a definite paucity of resources. General Dental Practitioners as Potential Responders to Disaster Scenario in a Highly

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General Dental Practitioners as Potential Responders to Disaster Scenario in a Highly Disaster-prone Area: An Explorative Study

Rajesh

Binnal

Pai

et al. 2017

The Journal of Contemporary Dental Practice

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Disaster Management and General Dental Practitioners in India: An Overlooked Resource

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Rajesh

Chhabra³

et al. 2015

Prehosp. Disaster med.

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Disaster Management: Knowledge, Attitude, Behavior, Willingness, and Preparedness among Nigerian Dentists

Odai

Azodo

Chhabra³

2019

Prehosp. Disaster med.

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Objective:This study’s objective was to explore the disaster management knowledge, attitude, behavior, willingness, and assistance among Nigerian dentists.Methods:This cross-sectional, questionnaire-based study was conducted in Edo State (Nigeria) among selected Nigerian dentists that attended the Annual Scientific Conference of School of Dentistry, University of Benin (Benin City, Nigeria) between 2016 and 2017. The 54-item, modified Chhabra, et al disaster management questionnaire, which elicited information on demographic characteristics, disaster management knowledge, attitude, preparedness, and willingness, was the data collection tool.Results:A total of 126 dentists participated in the study, giving a 68.1% retrieval rate. The willingness to render assistance in the case of disaster among the participants was 95.2%. More than three-quarters (81.0%) reported that they had not received any disaster management training and 92.9% reported that they were not familiar with any government paper on response to disaster. The mean disaster management knowledge and attitude scores were 16.95 (SD = 0.40) and 34.62 (SD = 0.56), respectively. Disaster management knowledge had positive significant correlation with attitude and behavior. The disaster management attitude had positive significant correlation with behavior and negative significant correlation with preparedness. Disaster management behavior had positive significant correlation with preparedness and willingness to render assistance. Willingness to render assistance had significant correlation with preparedness.Conclusion:Data from this study revealed high-level of willingness to render assistance in disaster, high disaster management attitude, but with low disaster management knowledge, behavior, and preparedness. The significant correlation between knowledge, attitude, behavior, and preparedness implies that training will offer immense benefit.Odai ED, Azodo CC, Chhabra KG. Disaster management: knowledge, attitude, behavior, willingness, and preparedness among Nigerian dentists. Prehosp Disaster Med. 2019;34(2):132–136

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Willingness to Participate in Disaster Management Among Indian Dental Graduates

Cited by 9 publications

References 44 publications

General Dental Practitioners as Potential Responders to Disaster Scenario in a Highly Disaster-prone Area: An Explorative Study

General Dental Practitioners as Potential Responders to Disaster Scenario in a Highly Disaster-prone Area: An Explorative Study

Disaster Management and General Dental Practitioners in India: An Overlooked Resource

Disaster Management: Knowledge, Attitude, Behavior, Willingness, and Preparedness among Nigerian Dentists

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