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Knowledge and Practice on Prevention of Respiratory Health Problems among Traffic Police in Kathmandu, Nepal

Table 2

Knowledge regarding respiratory problems due to air pollution and their prevention.
Variables FrequencyPercent
Effects on respiratory system  
 Pneumonia3643.4
 Lung cancer7084.3
 Bronchial asthma6578.3
 Common cold5971.1
Sign and symptoms of respiratory problems  
 Cough4857.8
 Difficulty in breathing7590.4
 Wheezing sound5971.1
 Sneezing and running nose4453.0
Preventive measures to avoid respiratory problems  
 Proper management of waste5566.3
 Wearing mask6578.3
 Regular health checkup4857.8
 Less work on polluted area4959.0
Suitable mask to protect from air pollution  
 Cloth mask1416.9
 Antipollution mask6274.7
 Gas mask78.4