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Assess the Knowledge of High Risk Status Among Antenatal Mothers at Selected Hospital, Vadodara, Gujarat
Abstract: Introduction: The term “high risk pregnancy” is used by medical experts to refer to a pregnancy where the mother, her fetus, or both are more likely than in a regular pregnancy to have problems during pregnancy or childbirth. In India, between 20 and 30 percent of pregnancies is high risk, which is why perinatal morbidity and mortality account for 75 percent of all newborn deaths. High risk pregnancies frequently necessitate …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 22–30 Read article
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A Descriptive Survey to assess the Prevalence of Respectful Maternity Care: A Pilot Study
Abstract: Women need to be supported in the period of pregnancy during the process of labour and delivery. All women have right for receiving respectful maternity care. But even today woman is not aware of her right. Many health facilities especially in middle income countries women have experiences about disrespectful maternity care. Quantitative study was conducted on health facilities of India by using of descriptive survey research design. Total 30 women’s …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 8–15 Read article
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A study to evaluate the effectiveness of video teaching programme on kegel exercises among postnatal mothers in selected hospital at Jammu.”
Abstract: The purpose of this research is to determine the impact of VTP (video teaching programme) on kegel exercises among postnatal mothers in a Jammu hospital. To accomplish the study's aims, the research design was quasi-experimental. Forty postnatal mothers were chosen to test the impact of VTP on kegel exercises at different hospitals in Jammu.The sampling technique for study was Convenience sampling technique to select the samples. Informed consent was obtained …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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A STUDY TO ASSESS THE KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDE REGARDING TEENAGE PREGNANCY AND ITS PROBLEMS AMONG ADOLESCENT GIRLS IN SELECTED JUNIOR COLLEGES AT KHAMMAM, TELANGANA
Abstract: : A descriptive research study was conducted at selected junior colleges at khammam among adolescent girls who are in the age group of 18 - 19 years. Simple random sampling technique was adopted to select sample. Data was collected with structured questionnaire, it included socio-demographic data, knowledge questionnaire, attitude rating scale. The reliability of the tool was (r)= 0.96. Conceptual framework was adopted for the study was Pender's health promotion …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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A study to assess the knowledge about birth spacing and attitude towards using of copper-T among women age group 20 to 30 years in selected rural area Anekal, with a view to develop information booklet.”
Abstract: Introduction and Objectives: The time gap between one child's birth date and the next child's birth date is referred to as birth spacing. There are numerous factors to take into consideration while selecting the best period between pregnancies.Methodology: Descriptive survey approach was adopted, to collect the data. Structured knowledge questioner and attitude scale was administered to 100 women aged between 20-30 years based on purposive sampling technique at Anekal, Bangalore …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 18–21 Read article
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Awareness and Practices Regarding Diaper Rash among Mothers of Children (0–2 years)
Abstract: Hygiene is most important condition in babies as babies are more vulnerable to infection as his/her immune system is not like the immune system of adults. Diaper rash is marked by red, puffy, and tender skin in the diaper region like, buttocks, thighs, and genitals. Diaper rash is most likely to occur in infants 7–12 months old, perhaps in response to an increase in eating solid foods and dietary changes …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 22–28 Read article
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A Randomized control trial: ‘‘Effect on application of transillumination device during peripheral IV Line cannulation on selected parameters among hospitalized under five children in navimumbai
Abstract: Transillumination is defined as passing of a light through the walls of a body part or organs to facilitate medical inspection 30. In transillumination, the hemoglobin within the vessel absorbs the light while the surrounding tissue scatters it thereby providing a suitable contrast between the vein and surrounding subcutaneous tissue. Veins can be identified between the fibre-optic arms as dark lines in the pinker subcutaneous tissue. Surface veins appear darker …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 29–37 Read article
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A pre experimental study to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge regarding partograph among staff nurses in selected hospital.
Abstract: In this study a sample of 60 staff nurses was collected, using convenientsampling. In pre test below average knowledge score was 67% and average score was33%. In post test good knowledge score was 83% and average score was 17%. Findingsrevealed that there was a significant increase in knowledge of staff nurses after structuredteaching programme. The difference between mean pre test and post test knowledgescore was highly significant at p<0.001 level. …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 Read article
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Impact of Antenatal Interventional Packages on Maternal Outcomes
Abstract: Introduction: Motherhood is a great responsibility, and it is one of the highest crowns of honour. Aproper antenatal check-up provides necessary care to the mother and helps to identify anycomplications of pregnancy and timely management. Aim: Evaluate the effectiveness of selectedantenatal interventions on maternal outcome among high-risk pregnant women. Hypothesis: There isa difference in maternal outcome between control and experimental group of high-risk pregnant womenafter implementation of selected antenatal interventions …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 44–50 Read article
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Assess the concerns of pregnant mothers during Covid 19 pandemic in Kerala
Abstract: The present study was conducted to assess the concerns of pregnant mothers during Covid 19 pandemic in Kerala. The objectives were assessing the concern of the mothers during Covid pandemic and to find out the association between concerns of the mothers during Covid pandemic and selected socio personal variables. Methods: The study was conducted among 33 pregnant mothers using questionnaire and check list to assess the concerns of the mothers. …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 7–11 Read article
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PRECONCEPTION CARE & COUNSELING- “WHY & WHEN”
Abstract: Preconception care and counseling plays a vital role in improving perinatal morbidity and mortality. Nearly half of the 200 million pregnancies that occur annually are unintended. Preconception counseling targeted at the mother, father and family. As per report of WHO it shows that preconception care has a positive impact on maternal and child health outcomes.Having a safe, healthy and happy pregnancy begins well before positive result on a test. It …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 58–63 Read article
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EFFECTIVENESS OF ABDOMINAL MASSAGE ON FEEDING TOLERANCE AND WEIGHT GAIN AMONG PRETERM BABIES
Abstract: A quantitative research approach with quasi experimental research design was used for the study. The study was theoretically supported by Sr. Callista Roy’s adaptation model. The study was conducted among 60 preterm babies admitted in NICU of Institute of Child Health and Government Medical College Hospital, Kottayam. Sixty preterm babies were selected by nonprobability purposive sampling 30 each in control and experimental group. The objectives of the study were to …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 30–37 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Incidence of High risk Pregnancy among Antenatal Women
Abstract: Most of the time having a baby is a natural process. After a full term pregnancy, women go into labour on or near their due date and give birth to a healthy baby. But not all pregnancy goes smoothly. Some of them have certain factors which affects mother, developing fetus or both at a higher than normal risk for pregnancy. Therefore, the present study assessed the incidence of high risk …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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A STUDY TO EVALUATE THE EFFECTIVENES OF PLANNED TEACHING PROGRAMME ON KNOWLEDGE REGARDING NATIONAL IMMUNIZATION SCHEDULEAMONG THIRD TRIMESTER PRIMIGRAVIDA MOTHERS ATTENDING OBSTETRICS AND GYNAECOLOGY, OPD, AT SDM HOSPITAL, DHARWAD.
Abstract: Childhood is a very important period in human life cycle. It requires more care and protection against diseases. Childhood period is also high risk for communicable diseases. Diseases of childhood are preventable by vaccination still it remains a serious problem in developing countries. Immunization is a way to protect the human body against infectious diseases through administration of vaccine. Infectious diseases are major causes of morbidity and mortality in children. …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 51–57 Read article
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EXPOSURE TO ADVERSE LIFE EVENTS AN ANTECEDENT OF STRESS AMONGST PREGNANT WOMEN: A CASE CONTROL STUDY FROM KERALA
Abstract: Abstract Stress amongst antenatal women is a significant determinant of adverse pregnancy outcomes of mother and fetus. Research evidences regarding the associated factors of high antenatal stress throw lights on measures permissible to promote psychological status of women during pregnancy and favours downsizing of adverse pregnancy outcomes. Objective of the study was to identify the association between negative life events and antenatal stress amongst women attending the antenatal clinics of …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 38–43 Read article
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Compare The Severity Of Menopausal Symptoms, Copingstrategies, And Quality Of Life Among Women Duringvarious Postmenopausal Period
Abstract: The present study was intended to compare the severity of menopausal symptoms, coping strategies and quality of life among women during various post-menopausal period. Assumption was that women in earlier post menopausal period have poor quality of life. The study was based on Pender’s Health promotion model. Descriptive research design was used for the study. The sample consists of 150 menopausal women who were at 6 month, 1 year, 1 …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 12–29 Read article
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Knowledge and Practice towards Weight Reduction among Women with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Abstract: PCOS has affected 116 million women and still counting, that is about 3.4% of the entire global population, as reported by the World Health Organization (WHO) in 2012. It is a common and the leading cause of inability to get pregnant among women in their reproductive age. It is a complex phenomenon as it combines the environment, behavior, genetic, and physiological factors of health that are intertwined producing a phenotypic …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 20–32 Read article
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Effectiveness of Information Booklet on Knowledge of GNM Interns Regarding Care of Neonate with Hyperbilirubinemia in School of Nursing Berhampur, Ganjam
Abstract: A pre-experimental approach, one group pre-test and post-test design was undertaken among GNM intern students, school of nursing, Berhampur, Ganjam, Odisha, with the objectives to assess the effectiveness of information booklet regarding care of neonate with hyperbilirubinemia among GNM intern students who were selected by using simple random sampling technique. Data were collected by using structured questionnaire schedule from 23.04.2015 to 03-05 2015. The theoretical framework selected for the study …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 48–68 Read article
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An Experimental Study to Assess the Effect of Antenatal Expression of Breast Milk on Lactation Performance among Primigravida Mothers in GGS Medical College and Hospital, Faridkot
Abstract: Human milk is the preferred feeding for all infants. The initial 2–3 days of lactation period are very crucial. The problem is common in primipara, and mothers with cesarean deliveries. The preparation of breast and motivation for breastfeeding should start during antenatal period at least at 37 weeks of gestation. Antenatal expressing of breastmilk is the hand expression and collection of colostrum during pregnancy. Antenatal expression of breast milk is …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 33–41 Read article
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Management of Pregnancy in the COVID-19 Era
Abstract: Corona virus infection is emergency condition internationally during 2020 and declared as pandemic by WHO. In this concern the pregnant women have the possible effect by this pandemic situation in many countries. Information on COVID-19 and pregnancy are scarce and spread throughout a few case series, with no more than fifty cases in total. The present article provides a brief review of pregnancy in the COVID-19 era, and the effects …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 17–19 Read article