The Effect of Health Education on Head Injury on the Knowledge Level of Teachers and Staff at an Integrated Islamic School in Bondowoso

Abstract

Introduction: Head injury is a pathophysiological condition resulting from trauma to the head that may involve the scalp, skull, brain tissue, or a combination of these structures. Limited knowledge among school personnel regarding the management of head injuries may increase the risk of improper handling in emergency situations.

Objectives: This study aimed to analyze the effect of health education on head injury on the knowledge levels of teachers and school staff.

Methods: This study employed a pre-experimental design with a one-group pretest–posttest approach. The population consisted of all teachers and staff at an Integrated Islamic School in Bondowoso, with a total sample of 25 respondents selected using a total sampling technique. Data were collected using structured questionnaires and analyzed using the Wilcoxon Signed Rank Test with a significance level of p < 0.05.

Results: The results showed that prior to the intervention, most respondents had a moderate level of knowledge (14; 56%). After the health education intervention, the majority of respondents demonstrated a good level of knowledge (24; 96%). Statistical analysis revealed a significant improvement in knowledge levels, with a p-value of 0.000 (p < 0.05), indicating a significant effect of health education on participants’ knowledge.

Conclusions: Health education on head injury significantly improved the knowledge levels of teachers and school staff. Providing regular education and basic skills training on head injury management is recommended to enhance preparedness in handling emergency situations in school settings.