ISSN: 2161-0932
Teka Girma
Ambo University College of Medicine and Health Sciences,
Ambo, Oromia
Ethiopia
Research Article
Knowledge, Attitude and Practices of Emergency Contraception among Female Students in Preparatory School of East Shoa, Adama, Ethiopia
Author(s): Teka Girma, Eshetu Ejeta, Abebe Dechasa and Kemal AbdulkadirTeka Girma, Eshetu Ejeta, Abebe Dechasa and Kemal Abdulkadir
Background: Emergency contraception are birth control measures that, if taken after unprotected sexual intercourse, contraceptive failure, incorrect use of contraceptives or in cases of sexual assault may prevent pregnancy.
Objective: The aim of the study was to assess the knowledge, attitude, and practice of female preparatory students towards emergency contraception in April, 2015.
Method: The study was conducted in Adama city of Oromia region on 280 female students of Hawas preparatory school on 13 to 18 April, 2015. A cross sectional study design was conducted and Participants were selected using simple random sampling method. Data was collected by using self-administered questionnaires.
Data processing and analysis: The collected data was entered into a computer and analyzed using statisti.. View More»
DOI:
10.4172/2161-0932.1000310