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@article{210478,
        author = {Anfila Babin T and Archana T and Ashika MK and Anjitha R and Mishal Muhammed and Raghee Rajeevan and SHINE THOMAS},
        title = {KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDE, AND PRACTICE REGARDING ROAD TRAFFIC SAFETY MEASURES AMONG FIRST-SEMESTER BSc NURSING STUDENTS},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {13},
        number = {6},
        pages = {1317-1323},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=210478},
        abstract = {Background: Road traffic injuries are a major public health concern and a leading cause of morbidity and mortality among young people. Adherence to speed limits, the use of helmets and seat belts, avoidance of mobile phone use while driving, and the use of designated pedestrian crossings are important measures for preventing road traffic injuries and deaths. Adequate knowledge, a positive attitude, and appropriate practices regarding road traffic safety are essential, particularly among young adults and future healthcare professionals.
Aim: To assess the levels of knowledge, attitude, and practice regarding road traffic safety measures among first-semester Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSc Nursing) students and to determine the association between the level of practice and selected demographic variables.
Methods: A descriptive research design was adopted. The study was conducted among 100 first-semester BSc Nursing students at KMCT College of Nursing, Manassery, Kozhikode, Kerala, India. Participants were selected using a convenience sampling technique. Data were collected using a baseline proforma to obtain demographic information, a self-structured knowledge questionnaire, and Likert scales to assess attitudes and practices regarding road traffic safety measures. The data were analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics.
Results: The findings revealed that 4% of the students demonstrated inadequate practices, 8% demonstrated moderately adequate practices, and 88% demonstrated adequate practices regarding road traffic safety measures. Statistically significant associations were reported between the level of practice and selected demographic variables, including gender, academic year, and previous knowledge of road traffic safety measures.
Conclusion: The majority of first-semester BSc Nursing students demonstrated adequate practices regarding road traffic safety measures. However, the identification of students with inadequate and moderately adequate practices highlights the need for continued road traffic safety education and awareness programmes. Strengthening knowledge and promoting positive attitudes may help improve road-use practices and contribute to injury prevention among young adults.},
        keywords = {Knowledge, Attitude, Practice, Road Traffic Safety, Road Traffic Safety Measures, BSc Nursing Students},
        month = {November},
        }