DOI: 10.36347/sjams.2020.v08i12.032

Pages: 2851-2854

Introduction: Osteoporosis is rapidly assuming epidemic proportions in Bangladesh. Osteoporosis is defined as a systemic skeletal disorder characterized by low bone mass and micro architectural deterioration of bone tissue, with a consequent increase in bone fragility and susceptibility to fracture. Currently, it is estimated that over 200 million people worldwide have osteoporosis. This disease can be prevented by maintaining some precaution. Nursing professionals are the key link in the chain of multidisciplinary approach to the management of this potentially preventable disease, and in educating patients about the various aspects of its evaluation and management. So, to prevent and lessen osteoporosis, appropriate knowledge among nursing professionals is exigent. Aim of the study: The aim of this study was to find out the knowledge of Osteoporosis and its related risk factors among nursing professionals. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted in the Department of Endocrinology, National Institute of Traumatology and Orthopedic Rehabilitation (NITOR), Dhaka, Bangladesh during the period from September 2018 to September 2019. A self-administered questionnaire was selected as the tool of assessment to collect primary data from 123 nurses. The respondents needed to answer 20 questions regarding knowledge of osteoporosis and its related risk factors. There were 4 age groups which were 30-39, 40-49, 50-59 and >60.All these primary data were compiled on a master chart first, and then organized by using scientific calculator and standard statistical formula. Percentage was calculated to find out the proportion of the findings. Further statistical analysis of the results was done by computer software devised in the statistical packages for social scientist (SPSS-23) and MS excel. Result: After getting response from 123 nurses through a questionnaire we found that nursing professionals had moderate level of knowledge of osteoporosis and its related risk factors.