The Overview of Knowledge and Behavior of Handwashing with Soap at SDN 1 SENON

Gambaran Umum Pengetahuan dan Perilaku Cuci Tangan Pakai Sabun di SDN 1 SENON

Abstract

Hand washing with soap is the process of mechanically removing dirt and dust from the skin, nails, and
fingers of both hands using soap and clean running water in order to decrease disease-causing bacteria.
The impact of improper hand washing with soap can result in infectious diseases including diarrhea, ARI,
which frequently results in child fatalities, and other illnesses like typhoid, hepatitis, and avian flu. The
purpose of this study is to analyze SDN 1 Senon's knowledge and practice regarding hand washing with
soap. This research technique combines a descriptive design with a quantitative methodology. Sampling
technique with a total of forty respondents sampled. The knowledge and behavior questionnaire of hand
washing with soap adopted by Rahma was used to collect data. There were a total of 17 questions,
including 9 questions from the knowledge questionnaire and 8 questions from the behavior questionnaire.
The results of this survey reveal that the majority of respondents had adequate knowledge regarding
washing hands with soap, as 29 respondents (72.5 %) have adequate knowledge and 28 respondents (70
%) have adequate behavior. This survey concludes that the majority of respondents have adequate
knowledge and conduct about hand washing with soap