Table 4, shows the descriptive analysis of select behaviors
evaluated during the intervention. That is, while the exact
same survey was administered at baseline and at follow-up, to
allow for changes in behavior, we asked unique questions
during the intervention (Table 4). Nearly half (49.4%) of
responders reporting that they change the batteries, and test
their smoke alarms at least quarterly. A majority of responders
practice their exit plan just annually (67.9%), are correctly able
to set the temperature on their water heater (92.8%) and have a
child that can independently exit during a fire (60.0%), while
less than half of responders use alternative heat (24.6%), have
911 as a speed dial option on their phone (35.0%) and had a
child with a previous burn injury (6.8%). Home fire safety
escape plans was an area families wished to learn about most
in the future (29.1%). Lastly, families perceived that their
knowledge about home fire safety improved after watching
the DVD ( p < 0.001); although their perceived capability did
not ( p = 0.069).
A few questions were asked at all three time points. The
need to have a smoke alarm in the home (90% vs. 95%,
p = 0.029) and having a smoke alarm outside of where
everyone sleeps (75% vs. 95%, p = 0.005) increased over time
and was retained; regardless of intervention group or family
type. In addition, having a fire escape plan increased at post