3 publications
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Sjogren’s Syndrome and Oral Care – A ReviewBy S. Lavanya
Abstract: Sjögren’s syndrome (SS) is a complex autoimmune disease characterized by a broad spectrum of clinical and serological manifestations. Patients with SS experience immune-mediated destruction of salivary and lacrimal glands leading to reduced lacrimal and salivary flow. Dry eyes and dry mouth together with fatigue are among the most common complaints. Extraglandular manifestations, such as involvement of the peripheral nervous, pulmonary, or gastrointestinal system, kidney, skin, myalgias, and arthralgias, are frequently …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 24–31 Read article →
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Effectiveness of Icepack Application on Reduction of Labour Pain Among Primi Gravid Women During First Stage of Labour Admitted in MGMCRIBy S. Lavanya
Abstract: Pain is a highly unpleasant and very personal sensation that cannot be shared with others. Normally labour pain in primi mothers is unbearable, usually they cry out for help when the intensity increases. Many non pharmacologic methods relieve labour pain. Many women appreciate the simplicity of these methods to reduce labour pain without creating potentially serious side effects or high economic costs. The objectives of the study were to assess …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 1–5 Read article →
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Effectiveness of Nursing Care on Postnatal Mothers Immediately After the DeliveryBy S. Lavanya, R. Danasu
Abstract: Postnatal mothers are at risk as most of the deaths occur in this period, when compared to during pregnancy and childbirth. Postnatal care should be a continuation of care the women has received through her pregnancy and labour. It aims to provide consistency of advice and support for recovery from pregnancy and childbirth. The objectives of the study were to assess health condition of the postnatal mothers immediately after the …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 5–10 Read article →