Knowledge and practice of preventive behaviour regarding kidney stone disease recurrence among patients in Hospital Pakar Universiti Sains Malaysia

Nazir, Muhammad Nurhamka Mohd (2025) Knowledge and practice of preventive behaviour regarding kidney stone disease recurrence among patients in Hospital Pakar Universiti Sains Malaysia. Project Report. Universiti Sains Malaysia. (Submitted)

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Abstract

Kidney stone disease (KSD) is a recurrent condition that can lead to significant health problems and costs. Preventive behaviours, such as drinking enough water, dietary changes, and medical follow-up, are essential to reduce recurrence. This study aimed to determine the level of knowledge and practice of preventive behaviour among patients at Hospital Pakar Universiti Sains Malaysia (HPUSM). A total of 60 patients completed a self-administered questionnaire. Data were analysed using descriptive statistics and inferential tests with SPSS version 26.0. The mean knowledge score was 1.57 (SD = 0.50), with 56.7% of participants showing good knowledge. The mean practice score was 2.25 (SD = 0.628), with 55.0% showing moderate practice. Pearson’s correlation showed a weak and non-significant relationship between knowledge and practice (r = 0.132, p = 0.315). However, education level was significantly associated with both knowledge (p < 0.001) and practice (p = 0.005), while age and gender were not. In conclusion, while patients had moderate to good knowledge and practice, there was a gap in translating knowledge into consistent practice. Targeted education and support are needed to improve preventive behaviours and reduce KSD recurrence

Item Type: Monograph (Project Report)
Uncontrolled Keywords: -
Subjects: R Medicine
Divisions: Kampus Kesihatan (Health Campus) > Pusat Pengajian Sains Kesihatan (School of Health Sciences) > Monograph
Depositing User: MUHAMMAD AKIF AIMAN AB SHUKOR
Date Deposited: 06 Jan 2026 07:58
Last Modified: 06 Jan 2026 07:58
URI: http://eprints.usm.my/id/eprint/63424

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