Predisposing factors
OTITIS MEDIA
Predisposing factors included knowledge and attitude. The knowledge toward otitis media was evaluated through 17 multiple choice items in which every correct answer was given the score 1 and incorrect or “do not know” answer was given a score of 0. Total knowledge score ranged from 0 to 1 and a higher score indicated higher knowledge. Reliability (Cronbach’s alpha) was 0.75.The attitude toward otitis media was evaluated through included 7 items that were arranged on a 5- point Likert scale (5 = completely agree and 1 = completely disagree). The possible score range was 1–5 and higher score indicate higher attitude. Reliability (Cronbach’s alpha) was 0.70.