author(s)
Dr. Hanamantappa Hattarkihal

abstract
Effective communication with children is a vital nursing skill that influences pediatric care outcomes. This study aimed to assess the effectiveness of a planned teaching program on children’s communication process among B.Sc. Nursing students at selected secondary care hospitals. A quantitative, quasi-experimental one-group pre-test post-test design was adopted. Sixty B.Sc. Nursing students were selected using convenience sampling. Data were collected using a structured knowledge questionnaire. Statistical analysis included descriptive statistics, paired t-test, and chi-square test. The results revealed a significant improvement in post-test knowledge scores (t = 18.42, p < 0.001). A significant association was found between post-test knowledge scores and selected socio-demographic variables. The study concluded that the planned teaching program was effective in improving knowledge regarding children’s communication process.