Risk Factors of Severe Acute Malnutrition Among Infants in Heliwa District a Project Report

Abstract

The primary goals were to gauge caregivers' familiarity with SAM in newborns in the Haleiwa district. Additionally, it details the cultural and socioeconomic aspects of SAM in Infants in the Haleiwa district. A cross-sectional descriptive research design was employed. The target population was represented in a sample size of 50, and semi-structured questionnaires were the primary data collection method. SPSS was also employed as a method of data analysis. According to the results, women made up 42 out of the respondents (84%) while men made up the remaining 8 out of the respondents (16%). The majority of the respondents, 25, (50%) were between the ages of 21 and 26; the next group, 12, (24%) were separated or divorced; the following group, 8, (16%) were widowed; and the remaining three, (3%) were single. The least number of respondents, 4, (8%) were between the ages of 33 and 38; and the majority, 27, (54%) were married. And finally, most of the responders knew something about SAM. For instance, because the majority of responders were relatively young, they may lack the knowledge and expertise necessary to care for children, ensure their nutritional status, and prevent severe acute malnutrition. However, a sizable proportion of responders reported that their kids were at an increased risk of getting SAM. The Haleiwa district and the nation as a whole should place a strong emphasis on health promotion, education, information, and knowledge regarding good child nutrition. The district's medical staff should place a strong emphasis on health education and SAM awareness.