Effect of Nurse-Led Intervention on Knowledge and Practice Among Antenatal Mothers With Pregnancy Induced Hypertension (PIH) Visiting Gynae OPD of a Tertiary Hospital.

Aim & Objective: To assess the effectiveness of a structured nurse-led intervention on knowledge and self-care practices among antenatal mothers diagnosed with pregnancy-induced hypertension (PIH) attending a gynecology outpatient department. Background/Introduction: Pregnancy-induced hypertension remains a significant contributor to maternal and fetal morbidity and mortality. Despite routine antenatal care, gaps in knowledge and adherence to self-care practices persist. Nurse-led interventions have the potential to bridge this gap through patient education and empowerment. Educating expectant mothers empowers them to manage their condition effectively, recognize danger signs early, and adopt appropriate lifestyle modifications. This proactive approach aligns with global health goals to reduce maternal mortality. Material & Methods: An interventional study was conducted among 60 antenatal mothers diagnosed with PIH attending the gynaecology OPD of a tertiary care hospital. A total enumerative sampling technique was used. The study utilized a pre-test/post-test design without a control group. Participants were assessed for their baseline knowledge and self-care practices using a validated structured questionnaire. Following the pre-test, a structured nurse-led educational intervention was administered individually. A post-test using the same tool was conducted one week later to assess improvement. Results: Post-intervention results showed a significant improvement in the knowledge and self-care practices of antenatal mothers. The mean knowledge score increased from 8.4 ± 2.1 (pre-test) to 15.6 ± 1.8 (post-test). A paired t-test analysis revealed a p-value <0.001, indicating high statistical significance. No adverse events or refusals were recorded during the intervention phase. Conclusion: The nurse-led intervention proved to be effective in enhancing knowledge and improving self-care practices among antenatal mothers with PIH. Such interventions can be integrated into routine antenatal care to reduce complications and improve maternal outcomes.