First 28 days of the life of a newborn is called the neonatal period. It is the critical time period of survival for a newborn. Jaundice is the most common and serious condition which requires immediate medical intervention to stop its progression. The purpose of this study was to assess the maternal knowledge and attitude regarding neonatal jaundice in the University of Lahore Teaching hospital, Lahore. This study aimed to evaluate the maternal knowledge and attitude toward neonatal jaundice in The University of Lahore teaching hospital. A quantitative descriptive cross sectional study was done to identify the maternal attitude and knowledge regarding neonatal jaundice. Mothers were willing to participate and were available during data collection. Mothers participated full time in the study. A quantitative descriptive cross sectional study was done. Mothers who were full time and willing to participate in this study by signing consent were included. Mothers who disagreed to participate were excluded from this study. Sample size of n = 214 mothers were taken by using convenient sampling. Likert scale base self-administered questionnaire was used for collection of data. Data protection of the participants were made sure throughout the study by keeping participants identity confidential. Data were analyzed using software SPSS (statistical package for social science studies) version 21. Maternal knowledge and attitudes were analyzed by frequencies, mean, median and through standard deviation. The findings of the research show that mean age was 2.19±.447 years ranging from less than 19 to 35 above, in which 2.3% (n=5) belonged to the age group of less than 19 years. 76.6% (n=164) of the participants belonged to the age of 20-34years and 21.0% (n=45) participants belonged to the age group more than 35 years. Past experiences of neonatal jaundice were associated with the Knowledge and attitude of mothers. Most mothers have less information regarding neonatal jaundice. Mothers have insufficient knowledge about Neonatal jaundice and its care therefore, mortality ratio is high because mothers are not properly educated. By improving the level of awareness, we can modify attitude and knowledge through educational programs and we can minimize the causes, side effects and other threats towards neonatal jaundice.
 

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