What question did this study set out to answer?

To assess the knowledge, attitude, and practice of first aid services among motorcycle drivers in Dilla Town.

April 18, 2026

Knowledge, Attitude, Practice, and Associated Factors of First Aid Services Related to Motorcycle Accidents among Motorcycle Drivers in Dilla Town, Southern Ethiopia: A Cross-Sectional Study.

Key Points

To assess the knowledge, attitude, and practice of first aid services among motorcycle drivers in Dilla Town.
Conducted a cross-sectional survey among motorcycle drivers in Dilla Town
Evaluated knowledge, attitude, and practice using structured questionnaires
Analyzed associations between demographic factors and first aid knowledge and practice
Nearly 50% of drivers had adequate knowledge of first aid
About 40% demonstrated good practice of first aid
Higher educational levels were linked to better knowledge of first aid
Older age was associated with improved first aid practices

Abstract

The study found that nearly half of motorcycle drivers in Dilla town had adequate knowledge and positive attitudes toward first aid, but only about two-fifths demonstrated good practice. Higher educational level and older age were significantly associated with good knowledge and practice of first aid, respectively.

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Cite This Study

Alemayehu et al. (Mon,) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69e31f9e40886becb653edee https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.4314/ejhs.v35i5.8

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