International Journal of Advanced Health Science and Technology
Vol. 5 No. 3 (2025): June

Audiovisual and Roleplay Education Improves Hand Washing Knowledge and Skills in School-Age Children

Maulidya Aisyah Kusuma Dewi (Department of Nursing, Polytechnic of the Ministry of Health Surabaya, Surabaya, Indonesia)
Indriatie Indriatie (Department of Nursing, Polytechnic of the Ministry of Health Surabaya, Surabaya, Indonesia)
Sari Luthfiyah (Department of Nursing, Polytechnic of the Ministry of Health Surabaya, Surabaya, Indonesia)
Joko Suwito (Department of Nursing, Polytechnic of the Ministry of Health Surabaya, Surabaya, Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
01 Jun 2025

Abstract

Hand washing with soap is essential in preventing infections among school-aged children. Engaging educational methods such as audiovisual media and roleplay can improve children's knowledge and skills in proper hand hygiene. This study aimed to compare the effectiveness of audiovisual and roleplay-based education on hand washing knowledge and skills. A quasi-experimental design with a two-group pre-test post-test was conducted on 48 students at MINU Lumpur Gresik, selected by simple random sampling. Results showed significant improvement in both groups after the intervention (p < 0.05). Audiovisual education improved knowledge, while roleplay enhanced practical skills. No significant difference was found between the two methods overall. Both methods are effective in promoting hand washing behavior among children. This implies that either method can be integrated into school health programs to support hygiene education.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

ijahst

Publisher

Subject

Electrical & Electronics Engineering Health Professions Nursing Public Health

Description

International Journal of Advanced Health Science and Technology (IJAHST) publishes peer-reviewed, original research and review articles in an open-access format. Accepted articles span the full extent of the Public Health, Environmental Health, Nursing, Oral and Dental Health, Midwifery, Nutrition, ...