Factors influencing umbilical cord sepsis among newborn babies’ mothers attending selected primary health care facilities in Alimosho lga, Lagos state Department: Nursing Science By: iamjahmeyou Project ID: 9108 Rating: (5.0) votes: 1Rate this project12345 Price:₦5000 Get the Complete MaterialAbstractUmbilical cord sepsis remains a major contributor to neonatal morbidity and mortality, particularly in low and middle income countries where harmful traditional practices and poor hygienic standards persist. Despite global recommendations for clean cord care, many mothers continue to apply unsafe substances such as cow dung, ash, toothpaste, and herbs, thereby increasing the risk of omphalitis and subsequent neonatal sepsis. This study assessed the knowledge, practices, and factors influencing umbilical cord sepsis among mothers attending selected primary health care facilities in Alimosho Local Government Area, Lagos State. A descriptive cross-sectional design was employed, with a sample size of 200 postnatal mothers recruited from Igando and Isheri Primary Health Care Centers using a purposive sampling technique. Data were collected through structured questionnaires and analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Results revealed that 62% of mothers demonstrated poor knowledge of recommended cord care, while only 38% had adequate knowledge. In terms of practice, 69.8% of respondents reported applying substances other than methylated spirit or chlorhexidine to the cord stump, with toothpaste and local herbs being the most common. Educational status was significantly associated with cord care practice (p 0.05), as mothers with higher education were more likely to adopt hygienic practices. Furthermore, maternal age, parity, and antenatal clinic attendance were identified as predictors of cord care behavior. The study concludes that poor knowledge and harmful cultural practices remain key drivers of umbilical cord sepsis in Alimosho. Strengthening maternal education, promoting antenatal counseling, and enforcing evidence-based cord care guidelines are recommended to reduce neonatal infections and mortality. These findings provide critical insights for policymakers and healthcare providers in designing targeted interventions to improve neonatal outcomes in Nigeria. ...Preview Download Preview +Other Nursing Science project topics and materials you might be interested in»Factors contributing to ineffective utilization of immunization programme among mothers in Ekwerazu town Ahiazu Mbaise local government area Imo state»Knowledge and practice of quality assurance among nurses working in accident and emergency unit of University of Ilorin teaching hospital, Kwara state»Awareness of female genital mutilation and its implication to reproductive health among mothers in Amaifeke in Orlu local government, Imo state»Factors that influence the patronage of traditional birth attendants in Umuowa community Orlu Lga, Imo State»Accessibility and use of information communication technology (ICT) in the enhancement of nursing education among nursing students in Madonna University Teaching Hospital (MUTH)»Attitude of nurses towards research among accident and emergency nurses of University of Ilorin teaching hospital»Awareness and practice of pressure sores prevention in the care of the elderly among nurses in Madonna University Teaching Hospital»Incidence of protein energy malnutrition among children under five years in General Hospital, Yelwa Yauri, Kebbi state»Factors influencing the attitudes of women toward family planning in Rivers state»Assessment of nutritional pattern and practice among pregnant women in holy rosary hospital»Assessment of exclusive breastfeeding in the development of under-five children in Madonna University Teaching Hospital»Burnout syndrome and use of therapeutic approaches among nursing students in Madonna University, Rivers state»Assessment of practices used in the prevention of Lassa fever infection among health workers in Madonna University Teaching Hospital»Factors influencing high rate of abortion among women of childbearing age in Saki, Saki West Local Government Area, Oyo State»Awareness of determinants of sexual abuse and identification of supportive care among female nursing student of Madonna University