Abstract: Background: there is a gap in the counseling given to mothers about congenital anomalies, so improving the transmission of information to studied mothersand educating the population through implementing educational programs became more significant for healthier families. The aim of the present study was to improve knowledge, attitude and practice of home care of mothers regarding children with congenital anomalies at Menofia and Beni-Suef City. Design: A quasi experimental design was used to achieve the aim of the current study. Sample and Setting: A convenience sample was selected under the inclusion criteria (115 mothers; 50 from Menofia city and 65 from Beni-Suef city).........
Keywords: Improving, Knowledge, Attitude and Home Care, Congenital Anomalies
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