LETTER REQUESTING OPINION AND SUGGESTION FROM EXPERT

From,
Ms. Nidhi Prajapati
II year M.Sc Nursing student
C.M.Patel College of nursing
Gandhinagar.

To,

Respected sir/ madam,

Subject: Request for expert opinion and suggestion to establish content validity of the
research tool.
I, Ms. Nidhi Prajapati II year M.Sc Nursing at C.M.Patel College of nursing have undertaken a
research project to be submitted to Kadi Sarva vishwavidyalaya as a partial fulfillment of Master of
Science in nursing programme. I request your good self if you would kindly accept to validate my tool
on the topic, “A study to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge
and attitude regarding Computer vision syndrome among selected IT Employee in selected IT
company, Ahmedabad city, Gujarat state.”

Objectives of the Study:

1) To assess the knowledge regarding computer vision syndrome among selected IT employee
before and after administration of structured teaching programme.
2) To assess the attitude regarding computer vision syndrome among selected IT employee before
and after administration of structured teaching programme.
3) To determine the effectiveness of planned teaching program by comparing the pre-test and post-
test knowledge and attitude score regarding computer vision syndrome among selected IT
employee.
4) To find out association between pre-test knowledge and attitude score regarding computer vision
syndrome among selected IT employee with selected demographic variables.

To achieve these objectives of the dissertation I prepared the following:

Section A: Demographic variable
Section B: Knowledge questionnaire on computer vision syndrome
Section C: Attitude scale on computer vision syndrome
With regards to this, I request you to validate the tool for its relevance, appropriateness and
measurability.
I would oblige, if you would kindly affirm acceptance to endorse your valuable suggestions on
this topic.
Thanking you in anticipation.
Yours sincerely
(Nidhi Prajapati)
 DATA COLLECTION FORM

SECTION-A

SOCIO- DEMOGRAPHICAL DATA

Instruction:

Please read the following question there are four options given under each question. Select
the one best answer and write √ in given [ ] provided one each side of option.

Kindly do not leave any question unanswered. The information provided by you will be
kept confidential and used for the study purpose.

1. Age in year
A. Below 30 [ ]
B. 31-40 [ ]
C. 41-50 [ ]
D. Above 50 [ ]

2. Gender
A. Male [ ]
B. Female [ ]
C. Transgender [ ]

3. General educational status

A. Diploma in computer science [ ]
B. Graduation in computer science [ ]
C. Post graduation and above in computer science [ ]

4. Spectacles user
A. Yes [ ]
B. No [ ]

5. Total number of years of working on computer.

A. Less than 3 Years [ ]
B. 4-6 years [ ]
C. 7-10 years [ ]
 D. More than 10 years [ ]

6. Total number of hours of sleep in a day.

A. Less than 4 hours [ ]
B. 4-6 hours [ ]
C. 6-8 hours [ ]
D. More than 8 hours [ ]

7. Total number of hours working on computer per day.

A. Less than 3 hours [ ]
B. 4-6 hours [ ]
C. 7-10 hours [ ]
D. More than 10 hours [ ]

8. Have you ever read/ attended any content/ seminar on topic of computer vision syndrome.
A. Yes [ ]
B. No [ ]
 SECTION-B

KNOWLEDGE QUESTIONNARIE ON COMPUTER VISION SYNDROME

Instruction: kindly go through the questions given below and make a √ mark against appropriate
answer. Each correct answer carries one mark.

1. What is the computer vision syndrome?

A. Computer addiction [ ]
B. Digital eye strain [ ]
C. Not a real condition [ ]
D. Blindness [ ]

2. According to American optometric association, what percentages of Americans who use

computers are affected by CVS?
A. 10-15 percent [ ]
B. 25-30 percent [ ]
C. 50 percent [ ]
D. 70-75 percent [ ]

3. What is the normal rate of eye blinking?

A. 6-10 per minute [ ]
B. 11-15 per minute [ ]
C. 16-20 per minute [ ]
D. 21-25 per minute [ ]

4. What arises if there is an absence of adequate eye blinking?

A. Eye become enlarged [ ]
B. Eye become dry and irritated [ ]
C. Continuous tearing [ ]
D. All of above [ ]

5. Which factor is responsible for the occurrence of computer vision syndrome?

A. Genetics factors [ ]
B. Prolonged use of computer [ ]
C. Hereditary factors [ ]
D. Excessive sleepiness [ ]

6. What is the effect of using computer for a long time?

A. Headache [ ]
B. Dizziness [ ]
C. Vertigo [ ]
D. Restlessness [ ]
7. What are the symptoms of regular computer use?
A. Eyestrain [ ]
B. Blurred vision [ ]
C. Redness of eye [ ]
D. All of above [ ]

8. If you have severe eyestrain from excessive using computer, what is the first step to follow?
A. Blood test [ ]
B. Eye examination [ ]
C. Laser surgery [ ]
D. Sonography [ ]

9. Which are the solutions to treat the computer related vision problem?
A. Teardrop [ ]
B. Vision therapy [ ]
C. A and B both [ ]
D. None of above [ ]

10. How can eye hygiene be maintained?

A. Appropriate working distance [ ]
B. Maintain good posture [ ]
C. Good lighting [ ]
D. All of above [ ]

11. How will vision therapy help to treat the computer vision syndrome?
A. Decrease the eye focusing [ ]
B. Improve eye vision [ ]
C. Decrease eye movement [ ]
D. Increase the eye strain [ ]

12. Which solution is appropriate for reshaping the surface of eye?

A. Eye surgery [ ]
B. Regular visit [ ]
C. Eye examination [ ]
D. Physical examination [ ]

13. Which eye rule is appropriate to prevent eyestrain?

A. 20-21-22 rule [ ]
B. 15-15-15 rule [ ]
C. 20-20-20 rule [ ]
D. 20-21-20 rule [ ]

14. What should be the distance between the eye and screen when using a computer?
A. 5-10 inches [ ]
 B. 10-15 inches [ ]
C. 15-20 inches [ ]
D. 20-25 inches [ ]

15. What is the comfortable position when using a computer?

A. Up right with straight back [ ]
B. Bending back [ ]
C. Lying down [ ]
D. Standing [ ]

16. What should be the location of the computer screen when using computer?
A. 1-4 inches below the eyes [ ]
B. 4-8 inches below the eyes [ ]
C. 8-12 inches below the eye [ ]
D. 12-16 inches below the eye [ ]

17. How much light should be kept in the room while using the computer?
A. Very bright [ ]
B. Bright [ ]
C. Dull [ ]
D. Dark [ ]

18. Among the following which is the best window solution for proper lighting in a computer room?
A. Straight to your side [ ]
B. In front of you [ ]
C. Directly behind you [ ]
D. Overhead of you [ ]

19. Which arrangement is comfortable for using reference material?

A. Close to you [ ]
B. Close to keyboard [ ]
C. Close to chair [ ]
D. Close to screen of computer [ ]

20. Which is the best location of keyboard and mouse for easy operating in computer?
A. Level on chest [ ]
B. Lower than elbow [ ]
C. Too far away [ ]
D. Level on eye [ ]

21. Where the wrist should be placed to reduce stress on the wrist while typing?
A. Keep wrists straight [ ]
B. Keep wrist band to elbow [ ]
C. Keep wrist below abdomen [ ]
 D. Keep wrist on leg [ ]

22. Why anti-reflection screen fitted over computer screen?

A. Decrease headache [ ]
B. Increase eyestrain [ ]
C. Reduce reflection [ ]
D. Proper posture [ ]

23. What can be done to prevent computer vision syndrome?

A. Proper visual hygiene [ ]
B. Eye exercise [ ]
C. Use eye drops [ ]
D. All of above [ ]

24. Why wear eyeglasses when using a computer?

A. Increase headache [ ]
B. Increase blurred vision [ ]
C. Reduce eye strain [ ]
D. Prevent fatigue [ ]

25. How many minutes should you rest your eyes every ½ an hour?
A. 1-2 minute [ ]
B. 20-25 minute [ ]
C. 1 hour [ ]
D. 4-5 hours [ ]

26. What to do if your eyes feel dry?

A. Wash eye [ ]
B. Eye examination [ ]
C. Laser surgery [ ]
D. Rest [ ]

27. Which is the specific preventive measure for headache?

A. Proper position of computer [ ]
B. Maintain eye hygiene [ ]
C. A and B both [ ]
D. None of above [ ]

28. What about the ability of the eye to changes its focal power.
A. Headache [ ]
B. Blurred vision [ ]
C. Dry eye [ ]
D. Eyestrain [ ]
29. What is the use of eye drop and eye lubricant?
A. Relieve headache [ ]
B. Reduce backache [ ]
C. Relieve irritation and redness [ ]
D. Increase the burning in eye [ ]

30. What will happen if computer vision syndrome is not treated?

A. Blurred vision [ ]
B. Watering eye [ ]
C. Blindness [ ]
D. All of above [ ]
 ANSWER KEY

QUESTION NO. CORRECT ANSWER

1 B
2 D
3 C
4 B
5 B
6 A
7 D
8 B
9 C
10 D
11 B
12 A
13 C
14 D
15 A
16 B
17 B
18 A
19 D
20 B
21 A
22 C
23 D
24 C
25 A
26 A
27 C
28 B
29 C
30 D

SCORING PATTERN:-

For each correct answer will be given one (1) mark.

For each incorrect answer will be given zero (0) mark.

Total marks for correct answer = 30.

 SECTION-C
ATTITUDE SCALE

Instruction: - Tick √ the column which corresponds to your opinion to the statements given below.

The response is strongly agree, agree, undecided, disagree and strongly disagrees.

Sr. Strongly Un- Strongly

Items agree disagree
No agree decided Disagree

1. + Computer professionals are using bifocal

glasses during computer work.
2. + Computer professionals are practicing eye
exercises in between work.
3. + Computer professionals blink their eyes very
often in between computer work.
4. + Computer professionals perform relaxation
techniques in between their work.
Computer professionals use artificial
5. +
teardrops periodically when you feel your
eyes become irritated.
Computer professionals include Vitamin A
6. + rich food items like carrot, milk, liver, egg
yolk, fruits, fish, and green leafy vegetables in
their diet.
7. + Computer professionals have frequent break
in between their work schedule.
8. + Computer professionals are
comfortable on their working chair.
Computer professionals are keeping the
9. -
computer screen at a viewing distance of 10
to 14 inches.
10. - Computer professionals wash their eyes
with hot water in between work.
11. - Inadequate light is present in the computer
room.
12. - Computer professionals are using a
dirty and unclean monitor.
Computer professionals are keeping the
13. -
bottom of the monitors at about your eye
level.
14. - Computer professionals are using reflective
eyewear when they work on computers.
15. - Every computer professionals should not
need to maintain good postures.
SCORE:

Strongly agree: 5

Agree: 4

Undecided: 3

Disagree: 2

Strongly disagree: 1

SCORE INTERPRETATION:

51-75: Satisfactory

26-50: Moderately Satisfactory

1-25: Unsatisfactory
 CHECK LIST FOR VALIDATING THE TOOL

Respected Madam,
Kindly to through the demographic variable, assessment questionnaire, observational checklist
and please given your valuable suggestions regarding relevant, relevant to certain extent, not relevant of
the content. If there is any suggestions or comments please mention in the remarks column.

AREAS OPINION ITEM NO. SUGGESTIONS

Relevant
PART-A
Relevant to
DEMOGRAPHIC
Certain extent
DATA
Not relevant

Relevant
PART-B
Relevant to
ASSESMENT
Certain extent
QUESTIONNAIRE
Not relevant

Relevant
PART-C
Relevant to
OBSERVATIONAL
Certain extent
CHEKLIST
Not relevant