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Gestational Diabetes Awareness Survey

This document is a questionnaire designed for a research study on the knowledge, attitude, and perceived risk factors of gestational diabetes among women of reproductive age in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State. It includes sections on socio-demographic data, knowledge and awareness of gestational diabetes, attitudes toward it, perceived risks, and health-seeking behavior. The researcher guarantees confidentiality and seeks cooperation from respondents to gather valuable data for the study.

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Gestational Diabetes Awareness Survey

This document is a questionnaire designed for a research study on the knowledge, attitude, and perceived risk factors of gestational diabetes among women of reproductive age in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State. It includes sections on socio-demographic data, knowledge and awareness of gestational diabetes, attitudes toward it, perceived risks, and health-seeking behavior. The researcher guarantees confidentiality and seeks cooperation from respondents to gather valuable data for the study.

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EKIT STATE UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITAL COLLEGE OF

NURSING SCIENCESM ADO EKITI, EKITI STATE


Questionnaire on the Knowledge, Attitude and Perceived Risk Factors of Gestational
Diabetes Among Women of Reproductive Age in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State.

Dear Respondents,
The researcher is a student of the the above named institution carrying out a
research study on the topic stated. Kindly study the questions carefully and please tick
as appropriate to indicate your answers. The confidentiality of the information is
thereby guaranteed as it will be used solely for the research purpose.
Thanks for you cooperation.
Your’s faithfully
Ayelaboye Oluwaseun

SECTION A: SOCIO-DEMOGRAPHIC DATA


Please tick (✔) the appropriate option.

Age:
☐ 15–20 ☐ 21–25 ☐ 26–30 ☐ 31–35 ☐ 36–40 ☐ 41–45

Marital Status:
☐ Single ☐ Married ☐ Divorced ☐ Widowed

Educational Level:
☐ No formal education ☐ Primary ☐ Secondary ☐ Tertiary

Occupation:
☐ Unemployed ☐ Trader ☐ Civil servant ☐ Artisan ☐ Others:
___________

Parity (number of children):


☐0 ☐ 1–2 ☐ 3–4 ☐ 5 and above

SECTION B: KNOWLEDGE AND AWARENESS OF GESTATIONAL


DIABETES

1. Have you ever heard about GDM before?


☐ Yes ☐ No

If yes, from which source(s)? (You may tick more than one): ☐ Health workers, ☐
Internet, ☐ Family/friends, ☐ Television/radio, ☐ Newspapers/magazines, ☐ Others

2. Have you ever been diagnosed with GDM before?


☐ Yes ☐ No

Instructions: Tick True (T), False (F), or Don’t Know (DK) for each item.
S/N Statement T F DK
3. GDM is a type of diabetes that occurs during pregnancy.
4. GDM always continues after delivery.
S/N Statement T F DK
5. Family history of diabetes increases the risk of GDM.
6. Being overweight can increase the risk of GDM.
7. Frequent urination is a symptom of GDM.
8. GDM can harm the baby if not properly managed.
9. GDM has no impact on delivery.
10. Exercise and proper diet can help manage GDM.
11. GDM increases the mother’s risk of developing type 2 diabetes later.
12. GDM can be detected through routine antenatal screening.
13. Women with GDM usually experience no symptoms.
14. GDM can lead to a baby being born with a high birth weight.
15. Only overweight women can develop GDM.
16. GDM can increase the chance of needing a cesarean section.
Regular antenatal check-ups can help in early detection and
17.
management of GDM.

SECTION C: ATTITUDE TOWARD GDM


Instructions: Please tick the option that best describes your opinion.
Strongly Strongly
S/N Statement Agree Disagree
Agree Disagree
1. I think GDM is a serious health condition. ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Pregnant women should be screened for
2. ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
GDM during antenatal care.
I am willing to take a test for GDM if
3. ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
advised by a health professional.
Managing GDM requires unnecessary
4. ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
effort and stress.
I would encourage other women to get
5. ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
tested for GDM.
I would be embarrassed to talk about
6. ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
GDM with other people.
I think there is a stigma associated with
7. ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
having GDM.
If diagnosed, I would follow medical
8. ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
advice to manage GDM.
I believe traditional medicine can cure
9. ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
GDM.

SECTION D: PERCEIVED RISK OF GDM


Instructions: Indicate how much you agree with each of the following:
Strongly Strongly
S/N Statement Agree Neutral Disagree
Agree Disagree
1. I believe I am at risk of ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Strongly Strongly
S/N Statement Agree Neutral Disagree
Agree Disagree
developing GDM during
pregnancy.
I think GDM could negatively
2. ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
affect my baby's health.
If I develop GDM, I believe I can
3. ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
manage it with proper care.
I worry about my chances of
4. developing GDM in future ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
pregnancies.
I believe that having GDM is
5. ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
beyond my control.
I do not think I need to worry
6. about GDM if I feel healthy ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
during pregnancy.
I think my lifestyle (diet,
7. exercise) puts me at risk of ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
GDM.
I would like to learn more about
8. my personal risk of developing ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
GDM.

SECTION E: HEALTH-SEEKING BEHAVIOR

S/N Statement Yes No


1. Have you ever been tested for blood sugar during pregnancy? ☐ ☐
2. Do you know where to get tested for gestational diabetes? ☐ ☐
Would you be willing to attend an awareness session on GDM if one were
3. ☐ ☐
held nearby?
If diagnosed with GDM, would you follow up regularly with a healthcare
4. ☐ ☐
provider?

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The primary risk factors for developing GDM include a family history of diabetes and being overweight, as both factors are acknowledged to increase the risk of GDM. Furthermore, frequent urination is cited as a symptom of GDM, and the condition can harm both the mother and baby if not properly managed. It is highlighted that regular antenatal check-ups can help in early detection and management of GDM .

Socio-demographic factors such as age, educational level, and marital status significantly influence a woman's knowledge and awareness of GDM. For instance, women with higher educational attainment might be more likely to be exposed to and understand health-related information from diverse sources like health workers, internet, and media. Marital status may also affect access to health information and support networks which can boost awareness and knowledge about GDM .

Routine antenatal screening is viewed as crucial for the early detection and management of GDM among surveyed women. Regular check-ups are believed to help identify GDM early, allowing for timely intervention to mitigate risks inherent to both the mother and baby. Screening is thus an integral component of effective prenatal care strategies .

Perceptions of stigma and embarrassment regarding GDM can affect attitudes toward testing and disclosure. Some women might feel embarrassed or perceive a stigma with having GDM, which could dissuade them from openly discussing it or seeking testing voluntarily. Addressing these perceptions is crucial for improving screening adherence .

Many women believe that GDM could negatively impact their baby's health and acknowledge that improper management could lead to complications, such as high birth weight. Awareness of such potential adverse outcomes underscores the seriousness with which they view the condition .

Women of reproductive age generally perceive GDM as a manageable condition if diagnosed, highlighting the importance of proper care and medical advice adherence. The belief that GDM can be effectively managed with appropriate interventions is widespread, indicating confidence in medical guidance and support systems .

Many women recognize GDM as a serious condition and believe that managing it is essential. Most are willing to take GDM tests if advised by a health professional and would encourage others to get tested as well. However, there is also a notion that managing GDM might require unnecessary effort and stress for some. Despite this, a majority express willingness to follow medical advice if diagnosed .

Improved awareness of GDM could lead to more proactive health-seeking behaviors such as increased participation in antenatal screening, greater willingness to attend awareness sessions, and more consistent follow-ups with healthcare providers if diagnosed. Enhancing knowledge could also diminish stigma and encourage discussions about GDM, leading to earlier detection and better management outcomes .

While some women believe that traditional medicine can play a role in managing GDM, the dominant perception is that adherence to medical advice and interventions is necessary for effective management. This suggests a reliance on conventional medical approaches despite some belief in traditional remedies .

Lifestyle factors such as diet and exercise are recognized by women as influencing their risk of developing GDM. Some women acknowledge that their lifestyle could put them at greater risk and express interest in learning more about their personal risk. This reflects an understanding that modifiable behaviors contribute significantly to GDM development risk .

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