Effects of Educational Intervention on Level of Knowledge Regarding Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Among Nursing Students

Abstract

Background: Polycystic ovarian syndrome is a common endocrine disorder among young women and is associated with reproductive, metabolic, and psychosocial complications. Nursing students require adequate knowledge and awareness of PCOS to support early recognition, counseling, and preventive health education. Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the effect of a structured educational intervention on knowledge and perceived educational impact regarding PCOS among nursing students. Methods: A quasi-experimental one-group pre-test and post-test study was conducted among 50 female BSN nursing students at Ali Fatima Hospital, Lahore. Participants were selected through non-probability purposive sampling. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire before and after the educational intervention. Descriptive statistics summarized demographic characteristics and response patterns, while a paired-samples t-test compared pre- and post-intervention scores using SPSS version 27. Results: Most participants were aged 15–20 years (60.0%), and all were female nursing students. Positive responses for improved knowledge and skills increased from 12.0% pre-intervention to 80.0% post-intervention. The paired-samples test showed a significant improvement in post-intervention scores, with a mean difference of −21.36, 95% CI −22.57 to −20.15, t(49) = −35.37, and p < 0.001. Conclusion: The educational intervention significantly improved post-intervention scores and perceived educational impact among nursing students. Future studies should use validated PCOS-specific knowledge tools and controlled designs.