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An exploration of Zika virus eruption
Abstract: Zika virus (ZIKV) is a recently rising relative of the Flaviviridae family and associated to dengue (DENV) and Chikungunya (CHIVKV). ZIKV infection was distinguished by mild disease with fever, headache, rash, arthralgia and conjunctivitis, with unprecedented association with Guillain–Barre Syndrome (GBS) and microcephaly. Nevertheless, since the end of 2015, a rise in the number of GBS related cases and an astonishing number of microcephaly in fetus and neonates in Brazil …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 9–12 Read article
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A study to assess the knowledge and practice on protocol-based nursing on Insertion of intravenous line cannula among nurses working in selected hospitals at Kanyakumari District, Tamil Nadu.
Abstract: : The study aimed to assess the knowledge and practice on protocol-based nursing on Insertion of intravenous line cannula among nurses working in selected hospitals at Kanyakumari District, Tamil NaduMaterials and Methods: Quantitative descriptive survey approach with a Nonexperimental descriptive design was used. Tool used for data collection was Structured Questionaries to assess the level of knowledge and check list to assess the nurses practice on protocol-based nursing on insertion …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 5–10 Read article
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A descriptive Study to assess the knowledge and practice regarding self-administration of insulin injection among diabetic patients at PGIMS Rohtak.
Abstract: Diabetes may be а disease that hаррens when your blооd sugar, аlsо саlled blооd gluсоse, is just tоо high. blооd sugаr is your main source of energy and соmes from the fооd you eat. Insulin, а hormone made by the раnсreаs, helps gluсоse from fооd get intо yоur сells tо be used for energy. Рrорer insulin administration plays асruсiаl rоlein future орtimаl blооd gluсоse соntrоl. Аdequаte knowledge and attitude аbоut …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 25–32 Read article
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Effectiveness Of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge regarding Iron Deficiency Anemia Among Adolescent Girls in Selected Schools At Tiruvannamalai District.
Abstract: Introduction: Anemia is one of the most widespread public health problems especially in developing countries. Materials and Methods: A quantitative approach was used in the study; a quasi- experimental one group pretest posttest design was adopted. The sample sizes 30. The conceptual framework was based on the modified model of Widenbache’s Helping of Clinical Nursing Theory (1964). A convenience sampling technique was adopted. The tool used for data collection was …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 19–24 Read article
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EFFECT OF MUSIC THERAPY ON ANXIETY AMONG PATIENTS IN INTENSIVE CARE UNIT
Abstract: BackgroundAn intensive care unit is a special department of a hospital or health care facility that provides intensive care to patients with severe or life-threatening illnesses and injuries, which require constant care, close supervision from life support equipment and medication in order to ensure normal bodily functions. Anxiety is common among intensive care unit patients which can lead to various physiological and psychological changes making the patient recovery difficult. Effective …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 11–18 Read article
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A STUDY TO EVALUATE THE EFFECTIVENESS OF INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMME ON KNOWLEDGE REGARDING MULTI DRUG RESISTANCE TUBERCULOSIS AMONG STAFF NURSES AT TERTIARY LEVEL TEACHING HOSPITAL DHARWAD”
Abstract: Research design: A quantitative research approach with pre-experimental one group pre-test, post-test design was adopted in this study.Objective: to evaluate the effectiveness of instructional programme on knowledge regarding multi drug resistance tuberculosis among staff nurses at tertiary level teaching hospital, Dharwad. Sample and sampling technique: A total of 30 staff nurses were selected by non – probability purposive sampling technique.Data Collection: The tool used for data collection was structured knowledge …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Patient’s Satisfaction with Quality of Nursing Care among the Admitted COVID-19 Patient
Abstract: COVID-19 (SARS-COV-2) also called Corona virus, was first seen in Wuhan City of China on 31stDecember 2019. Later, this led to a global outbreak and was declared as global pandemic. Patient inthe COVID-19 ward needs isolation. COVID-19 is a highly contagious disease; it gives psychologicaltrauma to the patients and their relatives. So, the nurses should focus on giving holistic care to thepatients in order to prevent or limit the complications …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 54–62 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Planned Teaching Programme of HIV/AIDS on Knowledge among First Year Students of Selected College in Shrirampur
Abstract: Introduction: The HIV/AIDS is best viewed as a major epidemic which poses serious challenges tomankind on a global scale. The aim of this study was to assess the HIV/AIDS-related knowledge amongB.Ed. students in Shrirampur and investigate the association between college students’ socio-demographic characteristics and their level of knowledge about HIV/AIDS. Methods: Followingrandom sampling technique, a total of 50 students aged 20–40 years were sampled from college andinterviewed through planned questionnaire. …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 50–53 Read article
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Dialysis-associated Steal Syndrome
Abstract: Dialysis-associated steal syndrome (DASS) is a significant risk of recurring peripheral ischemia. Themain goal of treatment option is preserving the access site and improving peripheral arterialcirculation. It is diagnosed when there is hypoperfusion of the limb distal to the AV anastomosis; it iscommonly present in 1–8% of patients. It is most common in upper limb that patients witharteriosclerosis and diabetes are high risk. Surgical options will help to preserve the …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 46–49 Read article
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Assessment Of Knowledge, Attitude and Practice Of Adolescent Girls Regarding Prevention Of Urinary Tract Infection
Abstract: A descriptive correlational study was done in a selected school of Kothamangalam Taluk. Theobjectives of the present study were to assess the level of knowledge, attitude, and practice regardingthe prevention of urinary tract infection and correlation between the knowledge and practice. A non-experimental research design was used. The purposive sampling technique was used in the study toselect 60 adolescent girls. Data was collected using self-administered questionnaire to assess theknowledge, attitude …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 42–45 Read article
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A Conceptual study of Metabolism wsr to metabolism of Carbohydrate,Protein and Fat
Abstract: Energy homeostasis is as critical as other vital process of body.It is produced in body by various chemical reaction that take place in each cell of living organism .Unique feature of living organism by which they extract energy from the environment and use it to carry out activities such as growth,development and reproduction.It is a common belief that Thin people have higher metabolic rate and Fat people have lower metabolic …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 22–29 Read article
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AN EXPERIMENTAL STUDY TO ASSESS AND EVALUATE THE EFFECTIVENESS OF INTRADIALYTIC STRETCHING EXERCISE ON DIALYSIS EFFICACY AMONG PATIENTS UNDERGOING HAEMODIALYSIS IN SELECTED HOSPITAL DELHI
Abstract: An experimental study to assess and evaluate the effectiveness of intradialyticstretching exercises on dialysis efficacy among patients undergoing haemodialysiswas done in selected hospital of Delhi by Ms. Anshu Kain in partial fulfillment of therequirements for the Degree of Master of Nursing at Nightingale Institute of Nursing,Chaudhary Charan Singh University of Meerut during the year 2015-2016.This study was undertaken with the objectives to: (i)To assess and evaluatethe dialysis efficacy among patients …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 30–41 Read article
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Effectiveness of the ABCDE Bundle on ICU-acquired Delirium and Weakness among Mechanically Ventilated Patients
Abstract: Background: The ABCDE bundle integrates evidence-based practice to improve and conservepatients’ physical, and neurocognitive status through awakening and breathing coordination,delirium assessment, and mobility. Aim of the study: to examine the effectiveness of ABCDE bundle onICU-acquired delirium and weakness among mechanical ventilation (MV) patients. Setting: TheSurgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU) at Menoufia University Hospital. Sample: A convenient sampleof 100 mechanically ventilated patients who were admitted to the SICU. Design: A quasi-experimental …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 11–21 Read article
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Health Care Worker’s Attitude and Hydroxychloroquine usage in a Tertiary Care Centre at Capital City of India during Early Phase of COVID 19
Abstract: Introduction: COVID 19 outbreak created apprehension and anxiety across the world because of the unpredicted and unexplained health consequences. There was a lot of scientific discussion happening among medical experts regarding the usage of Hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) as a prophylactic drug. Methods: A cross sectional online survey was conducted among 180 Health Care Workers (HCWs) at Institute of Liver and Biliary Sciences, New Delhi, from April 2020 to May 2020 adopting …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 5–10 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Intermittent Flushing of Normal Saline on Patency of IV Cannulation among Hospitalized Patients Admitted in Dr. Prem Hospital, Panipat, Haryana
Abstract: Normal saline can make the patency of intravenous cannulation. The aim of this study is to assess thepatency of IV catheter after intermittent normal saline flushing. The experimental research design isadopted in present study. The size of sample in present study is 60. Data collection was conducted bythe observation checklist. The reliability of tool was done by the test–retest method. The data wereanalyzed by the descriptive and inferential statistics. The …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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An Exploratory Study on Preferences for Adopting Family Planning Methods Among Married Males Residing in Selected Areas of Dera Bassi, District Mohali, Punjab
Abstract: The objective of this study was to assess the preferences for adopting family planning methods and to explore the factors influencing the preferences for adopting family planning methods among married males, to find the association between preferences for adopting family planning methods among married males and their selected demographic variables. The conceptual framework of the study was based on health belief model (1974). Pilot study was done in the month …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 1–25 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Self Concept among Adolescents
Abstract: The present study was conducted to assess the self concept among adolescents. The objectives of the study were; to assess the self concept among adolescent population using self concept inventory and find the association between the self concepts with selected demographic variable. Non-experimental quantitative approach was used and research design adopted for the study is descriptive survey design. The study was carried out in Ward 34 of Thrikkakara municipality. A …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Short Communication: Risks Associated With Pregnancy in Primigravida Women
Abstract: Primigravida is a term used to refer to women who are pregnant for the first time. Certain pregnancies get affected by different kinds of warning signs that are indications of possible danger during pregnancy regarding complications. In such cases women should be aware of factual information regarding warning signs. Primigravida women may have knowledge of warning signs during pregnancy, which is influenced by their demographic variables like age, type of …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 61–63 Read article
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A Quasi-Experimental Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Self-Informational Module Regarding Knowledge and Attitude of Child Adoption among Infertile Couple in Selected Infertility Clinics in Punjab
Abstract: The birth of a child brings immense happiness to the parents and the whole family. However, couples who are infertile remain elusive to this happiness. Though there are different treatment strategies to overcome this problem, but these methods also remain futile in certain cases. Such couples should plan for adoption, which can also be a form of rehabilitation for the child as well. This study was done to assess the …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 28–60 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Warning Signs during Pregnancy among Primigravida Women in Selected Hospital, Jalandhar, Punjab
Abstract: Pregnancy is a joyous occasion for a woman and her family. But, sometimes, certain risks are associated that can prove to be harmful for the mother and her child. This study has been done to analyze the knowledge of warning signs during pregnancy among primigravida women. A total of 100 participants were selected for the study and the study concluded that 10% of women had good knowledge, while 2% had …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 7–27 Read article