02615nam a2200301 i 4500 CSPC 20251201091431.0 251106s2024 ph a b 000 0 eng d CSPC eng CSPC rda MTH MAN B624u 2024 Bitara, Bermonica B. author. Utilization of long-acting reversible contraceptives of multigravida mothers in upland barangays of Tabaco City, Albay / Bermonica B. Bitara 168 leaves. rdacontent text rdamedia unmediated rdacarrier volume Masters Theses (MAN) - Nursing. Camarines Sur Polytechnic Colleges, 2024 Includes bibliographic references. Unplanned pregnancy is a global public health concern, and providing long-acting reversible contraceptives is an effective strategy to reduce its occurrence. This quantitative study evaluated the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of 237 multigravida mothers in upland barangays of Tabaco City, Albay, regarding LARCs. Utilizing a descriptive correlational design, data were gathered through questionnaires and analyzed using percentage techniques, weighted means, and Chi-square tests of independence. The study found that most respondents were 45-49 years old, high school graduates, with 3-4 pregnancies and 3-4 living children. The majority were housekeepers with a monthly family income of Php 5,000.00 or less and were Roman Catholics. The mothers were generally knowledgeable about LARCS, recognizing their suitability for women who have had multiple pregnancies. Their attitudes were moderately positive, viewing LARCs as a responsible family planning option. LARC usage was common among these mothers, although moderate barriers were identified, particularly concerns about potential side effects. Significant factors influencing LARC knowledge and attitudes included the mother's occupation and family income, while LARC practices were significantly influenced by income and religion. However, the utilization of LARCs is not influenced by age, education, number of pregnancies, and number of living children. The study proposes a plan to improve LARC utilization among multigravida mothers in upland barangays of Tabaco City, Albay. Motherhood. Albay Pacer, Grace E. adviser. Malabanan, Leni M. chair, panelist. Villanueva, Paula Martin B. panelist. Fajardo, Luzviminda A. panelist. ddc 0 UM B624u MAN MTH 2024 0 0 ddc 0 0 CSPC CSPC UTH 2025-11-06 0 MTH MAN B624u 2024 006959UM 2025-11-06 16:09:31 1-1 2025-11-06 UM 30852 30852