perceived benefits of breast feeding among students of Tanta higher institute of nursing Part I: relation to clinical practice

ABSTRACT

The present study was conducted to examine the relationship between H.I.N. undergraduate students perceived benefits of breast feeding and their practice in the clinical area. All the students were included in the study. The theoretical framework used in this study was the Health Belief Model. The personal data sheet, the perceived benefits, and the practice questionnaire were used to collect data. Findings of the study revealed that third and fourth year students reported better scores on perceived benefits of breast feeding, and on practice. This necessitates the integration of breast feeding subject in first and second year courses