Earthquake Preparedness Knowledge and Practice of Secondary Level

Authors

  • Punam Kumari Mandal Tribhuvan University, Biratnagar Nursing Campus, Biratnagar
  • Dipika Khadgi Tribhuvan University, Biratnagar Nursing Campus, Biratnagar
  • Shrijana Lage Tribhuvan University, Biratnagar Nursing Campus, Biratnagar
  • Namita Yangden Tribhuvan University, Biratnagar Nursing Campus, Biratnagar
  • Sabitra Subedi Tribhuvan University, Biratnagar Nursing Campus, Biratnagar

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.3126/bdkan.v8i01.57806

Keywords:

knowledge, practice, earthquake, preparedness

Abstract

This paper attempts to analyze earthquake preparedness knowledge and practice of secondary-level students in Nepal. In this paper, earthquake preparedness knowledge and practice refer to the understanding and implementation of measures to minimize the potential damage and loss of life caused by earthquakes, including proper building design and construction, emergency planning, and regular drills and training for individuals and communities. Earthquake preparedness knowledge and practice are essential for secondary-level school students because the losses of mortalities, morbidities, and economics from earthquakes cannot be predicted in the world. In this paper, a descriptive research design and quantitative approach as well as primary sources of data were used. Primary data were collected from semi-structured questionnaires with the students of Grades 9 and 10 of the government school of Bhaktapur, Bagmati Province. Of the total 96 students were censused using the rule of thumb method. The findings show that about 91.7% reported they heard the earthquake preparedness, 16.9% prepared with a Go bag, and 2.1% practiced duck, cover, and hold methods during the shock of the earthquake. The result reveals that about 50 percent of the total students have adequate knowledge of earthquake preparedness while they have limited practice. It can conclude that adequate preparedness practices were needed for secondary-level students. In addition, they should be aware of and understand the causes, nature, and effects of natural hazards skills to enable proactive prevention and mitigation of disasters.

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Author Biographies

Punam Kumari Mandal, Tribhuvan University, Biratnagar Nursing Campus, Biratnagar

Assistant Professor,Biratnagar Nursing Campus, IOM

Dipika Khadgi, Tribhuvan University, Biratnagar Nursing Campus, Biratnagar

Lecturer, Biratnagar Nursing Campus, IOM

Shrijana Lage, Tribhuvan University, Biratnagar Nursing Campus, Biratnagar

Registered Nurse, IOM

Namita Yangden, Tribhuvan University, Biratnagar Nursing Campus, Biratnagar

Lecturer, Biratnagar Nursing Campus, IOM

Sabitra Subedi, Tribhuvan University, Biratnagar Nursing Campus, Biratnagar

Lecturer, Biratnagar Nursing Campus, IOM

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Published

2023-08-30

How to Cite

Mandal, P. K., Khadgi, D., Lage, S., Yangden, N., & Subedi, S. (2023). Earthquake Preparedness Knowledge and Practice of Secondary Level . Bouddhik Abhiyan (बौद्धिक अभियान), 8(01), 174–187. https://doi.org/10.3126/bdkan.v8i01.57806

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