Publication: Evaluation of Self-vision Assessment Charts in Schools of Eastern Nepal: A Multi Method Study
| creativeworkseries.issn | JNMA Print ISSN: 0028-2715; Online ISSN: 1815-672X | |
| dc.contributor.author | Shrestha, Archana | |
| dc.contributor.author | Thakur, Sudhir Kumar | |
| dc.contributor.author | Roshan, Abhishek | |
| dc.contributor.author | Singh, Sanjay Kumar | |
| dc.contributor.author | Pokhrel, Archana | |
| dc.contributor.author | Bohara, Apekshya | |
| dc.contributor.author | Poudel, Lisasha | |
| dc.contributor.author | Thakur, Chanda | |
| dc.contributor.author | Adhikari, Asmita | |
| dc.contributor.author | Timsina, Priyanka | |
| dc.contributor.author | Acharya, Yunika | |
| dc.contributor.author | Karn, Rajiv Ranjan | |
| dc.date.accessioned | 2025-07-30T09:33:50Z | |
| dc.date.available | 2025-07-30T09:33:50Z | |
| dc.date.issued | 2024 | |
| dc.description | Archana Shrestha Department of Public Health, Kathmandu University School of Medical Sciences, Dhulikhel, Kavre, Nepal Sudhir Kumar Thakur Lahan Eye and Ear Care System, Sagarmatha Choudhary Eye Hospital, Lahan, Nepal Abhishek Roshan Lahan Eye and Ear Care System, Sagarmatha Choudhary Eye Hospital, Lahan, Nepal Sanjay Kumar Singh Lahan Eye and Ear Care System, Sagarmatha Choudhary Eye Hospital, Lahan, Nepal Archana Pokhrel Institute for Implementation Science and Health, Kathmandu, Nepal Apekshya Bohara Institute for Implementation Science and Health, Kathmandu, Nepal Lisasha Poudel Institute for Implementation Science and Health, Kathmandu, Nepal Chanda Thakur Department of Public Health, Kathmandu University School of Medical Sciences, Dhulikhel, Nepal Asmita Adhikari Department of Community Programs, Dhulikhel Hospital Dhulikhel, Kavre, Nepal Priyanka Timsina Department of Public Health, Kathmandu University School of Medical Sciences, Dhulikhel, Kavre, Nepal Yunika Acharya Department of Public Health, Kathmandu University School of Medical Sciences, Dhulikhel, Kavre, Nepal Rajiv Ranjan Karn Lahan Eye and Ear Care System, Sagarmatha Choudhary Eye Hospital, Lahan, Nepal | |
| dc.description.abstract | Abstract Introduction: Globally, over two billion people suffer from vision impairment, almost half preventable. In Nepal, the Eastern Regional Eye Care Program introduced self-vision assessment charts in 137 schools for early eye issue detection. This study assessed the charts' use and perceived impact. Methods: A multi-method study was conducted to evaluate the use of self-vision assessment charts in schools in Eastern Nepal. Ethical approval was obtained from Institutional Review Board (Refrence number: 72-079-040). Quantitative data were collected through a questionnaire survey. Quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, while qualitative data were analyzed using framework analysis. Both methods were integrated to enhance understanding of participants' experiences. Results: In this study, 400 students participated in questionnaire survey, 180 in self vision assessment, and 16 teachers in in-depth interviews. Among the participants, 198 (49.50%) of students used the chart, 125 (65.78%) expressed satisfaction, 241 (60.25%) found it useful, 276 (69%) as beneficial, and 253 (63.25%) stated improved health. There were 93 (23.25%) students who felt knowledgeable about its use, with 18 (10%) using it correctly. In 162 (90%) of schools there were adequate chart placement, 23 (12.77%) provided clear signage for viewing points. Teachers recognized the chart's benefits and encouraged its use, but students lacked awareness. Regular use was viewed as beneficial for early detection of eye issues, though challenges included a need for more awareness among students and teachers and reliance on home remedies. Conclusions: Most students and teachers acknowledged self-vision assessment charts’ benefits but had low utilization and accuracy rates. Strategic interventions such as regular informational sessions, teacher motivation, and engagement with eye health experts are essential. | |
| dc.identifier | https://doi.org/10.31729/jnma.8796 | |
| dc.identifier.uri | https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.14572/1006 | |
| dc.language.iso | en_US | |
| dc.publisher | Nepal Medical Association | |
| dc.title | Evaluation of Self-vision Assessment Charts in Schools of Eastern Nepal: A Multi Method Study | |
| dc.type | Article | |
| dspace.entity.type | Publication | |
| local.article.type | Original Article | |
| oaire.citation.endPage | 733 | |
| oaire.citation.startPage | 725 | |
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