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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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Effectiveness of Planned Recreational Programme on Psychological Well-Being Among Elderly People
Abstract: The present study was undertaken to evaluate the effectiveness of planned recreational programme on psychological well-being among elderly people, residing in selected old age home at Kasaragod. The researcher assessed the psychological well-being using rating scale for assessing psychological well-being of elderly people. After conducting a pretest, planned recreational programme including simple stretching exercise, listening to music, reading newspaper and group interacting session were conducted two hours daily for two …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 37–41 Read article
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comparative study to assess the knowledge and attitude regarding mental illness among adults residing in selected urban and rural areas of district Sangrur, Punjab
Abstract: Research problem: “A comparative study to assess the knowledge and attitude regarding mental illness among adults residing in selected urban and rural areas of district Sangrur, Punjab” Background of the study: A sound mental health is the key component of health. Absence of mental health could create a great deal of burden to the functioning of a nation. Mental illness is an age-old problem of humankind as documented in the …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 19–54 Read article
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A Study to Evaluate the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Stress and its Management among Staff Nurses Working in Selected Hospitals, Bangalore
Abstract: Background: Job stress can be defined as negative emotive and physical responses and occurs when the job requirements do not match with abilities, resources or needs of employees. In other words, it can be defined as an interaction between job environment and characteristics of employee, the extra job requirements and following pressures which make the person disable in doing his job. Also, job stress can cause lack of health and …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 91–113 Read article
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A Quasi-experimental Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Program Regarding Legal and Ethical Issues in Mental Health Nursing Practice Among Nursing Students in Selected Colleges of Nursing, Ludhiana
Abstract: Introduction: The present study was conducted to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching program regarding legal and ethical issues in mental health nursing practice among nursing students in selected colleges of nursing, Ludhiana. Objectives: To assess the pre-test knowledge score of nursing students regarding legal and ethical issues in mental health nursing practice in experimental and control groups; to assess the post-test knowledge score of nursing students regarding legal and …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 41–68 Read article
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Exercises and Quality of Sleep among Elderly
Abstract: A quasi experimental pretest – posttest study was done to evaluate whether three different types of exercises – walking, stretching and a combination of walking and stretching exercises made any significant difference in quality of sleep of elderly people from selected old age homes, Kerala. From four different old age homes 100 subjects were selected by simple random sampling, and assigned 25 subjects each to three experimental groups and control …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 19–28 Read article
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A Study to Evaluate the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Program on Knowledge Regarding Influence of Medias Among Secondary School Going Children in Selected School at Bengaluru
Abstract: Background and purpose of the study: In general Media refers to various means of communication. For example, newspaper, radio, television, radio, computer, video games, etc. The goal of the Media, Information and Technology (MIT) program is to offers critical, interdisciplinary analysis of the institutions, practices and cultural meaning associated with technologies of communication, information, knowledge, learning and entertainment. The aim of the present study is, to evaluate the effectiveness of …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 42–51 Read article
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Assessment of Knowledge on Anemia in Pregnancy among Antenatal Women
Abstract: Pregnancy brings a new meaning to the concept of beauty. According to the United Nations (UN) estimates, approximately 50% of the pregnant women suffer from anemia worldwide. The researcher did a study to assess the knowledge on anemia in pregnancy among antenatal women at selected hospital in Kanyakumari. A quantitative approach with descriptive research design was used. Prior to collection of data, permission was obtained from the Managing Director of …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 31–39 Read article
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A Comparative Study to Assess the Level of Knowledge Regarding Child Sexual Abuse among the Rural and Urban Mothers in Selected Area of Haryana
Abstract: Child is human being between the stages of birth and puberty. Child may also describe a relationship with parents such as sons and daughters of any age. There are many social issues that affect children, such as childhood education child development. It might be raised by parents and society. Child sexual abuse is a global concern and have been an issue. Statistic shows that child sexual abuse cases keep on …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 12–18 Read article
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A Quasi-experimental Study to Evaluate the Effectiveness of Normal Saline Compress on Thrombophlebitis among Patients in Selected Hospital, Krishnagiri District
Abstract: The present study was undertaken to assess the effectiveness of normal saline compress on thrombophlebitis among patients in selected hospital at Krishnagiri District. The aim of the study is: (1). To asses and compare the pre- and post-test levels of thrombophlebitis among patients in study group and control group. (2). To determine the effectiveness of normal saline compress on thrombophlebitis among patients in the study group. (3). To associate the …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 90–100 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Prevalence of over the Counter Drugs Usage among Adults of Selected Village of Honavar, Uttar Kannada District
Abstract: Non-prescription drugs are the drugs which are sold over the counter; which means they aresold without a prescription from doctor. Over the counter drugs can carry risk, due topossibility of life-threatening side effects, drug or food interaction or harm due to excessivedoses. The purpose of the study was to find out the level of usage of over the counter drugsamong adults, who belonged to the age group of above 20 …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 0, Issue 0, 2020 · pp. 11s–13s Read article
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A Comparative Study to Assess the Knowledge and Attitude of Mothers Regarding Developmental Milestones Among Their Under-Five Children in Selected Rural and Urban Areas of Ludhiana, Punjab
Abstract: A comparative study was conducted to assess the knowledge and attitude of mothers regarding developmental milestones among their under-five children in selected rural and urban areas of Ludhiana, Punjab. The objectives of the study were to assess the knowledge of rural and urban mothers regarding developmental milestones among their under-five children; to assess the attitude of the rural and urban mothers regarding developmental milestones among their under-five children; to compare …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 28–64 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Knowledge and Preventive Measures Adopted by the Mothers of Infants Regarding Water Borne Diseases in a Selected Area of Ferozepur, Punjab
Abstract: Waterborne diseases are conditions caused by pathogenic micro-organisms that are transmitted in water. These diseases can be spread while bathing, washing, drinking water, or by eating food exposed to contaminated water. Diarrhoea is a leading killer of children, accounting for approximately 8% of all deaths among children under age 5, worldwide in 2017. In 2015, deaths from diarrhoea in Indian children under five accounted for 10% (117,285) of all deaths …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 89–103 Read article
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Knowledge and practices of mothers regarding prevention of dental problems among the children
Abstract: The present study was conducted as an attempt to assess the knowledge and practices of mothers regarding the prevention of dental problems among the children in selected rural area of district Hoshiarpur, Punjab. The main objective of the study was to assess the knowledge and practices of mothers regarding the prevention of dental problems among the children.Data to assess the knowledge and practices of mothers regarding prevention of dental problems …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 34–41 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Knowledge Regarding Jaundice and Its Prevention in Neonates Among Antenatal Mothers in Selected Areas Mudh, Jalandhar (Punjab)
Abstract: Background: To determine the level of prenatal mothers’ awareness of neonatal jaundice and methods for preventing it, a study was undertaken in the selected area of Mudh, Punjab, to prepare an information guide sheet was undertaken by Muskan Bhatti, Jashanpreet Kaur, Majid Mehmood, Harman Kaur, Atul Kumar Verma, Anamika, Anju Devi, Anju, Geeta as a prerequisite of the requirement for the Diploma of GNM at Bharat Institute of Nursing and …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 1–14 Read article
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A Case of Pilocytic Astrocytoma: A Low-Grade Glioma (LGG) During Pregnancy that Requires Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTP)
Abstract: Pilocytic astrocytoma (PA) is typically a slow-growing astrocytoma and is therefore considered the ‘most benign’ of all the astrocytoma. PA is often encountered in relatively young individuals, including women of childbearing age, but growth is rarely reported. Its management is particularly challenging since anti-tumor therapy is required and the impact on the fetus or the pregnancy would require consideration, or the pregnancy would have to be discontinued, depending on the …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 61–65 Read article
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Menopausal Symptoms and Quality of Life among Post-menopausal Women Residing at Kelambakkam, Chennai
Abstract: Women’s health has been a global concern for many decades. Women have more complex and stressful aging process, as a consequence of hormonal changes that occur during menopause. A descriptive study was conducted to assess the menopausal symptoms and quality of life among post-menopausal women residing at Kelambakkam, Chennai. The investigator interviewed 60 women who fulfilled the inclusion criteria through purposive sampling. Tool consisted of four parts—demographic variables, clinical variables, …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 36–40 Read article
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Mayer–Rokitansky–Kuster–Hauser Syndrome: Case Report
Abstract: Mayer–Rokitansky–Kuster–Hauser syndrome (MRKH) or vaginal agenesis or Mullerian agenesis is a congenital malformation characterized by a failure of the Müllerian duct to develop, resulting in a missing uterus and variable degrees of vaginal hypoplasia of its upper portion. Müllerian agenesis (including absence of the uterus, cervix, and/or vagina) is the cause in 15% of cases of primary amenorrhoea. Affected patients usually have normal ovarian function, but present with primary amenorrhea …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 41–45 Read article
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The Risk Factors Contributing to Poly Cystic Ovarian Syndrome among Adolescent Girls
Abstract: Adolescent’s health plays an important role in a nations health conditions. In India 35% of the adolescents are suffering from PCOS. The study aims at determine the risk factors for PCOS and to find out the association between risk factors and selected socio demographic factors. Quantitative approach; descriptive survey, non-experimental design was adopted for this study. A total of 100 sample of adolescent girls between the age group of 16-19 …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 41–45 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Menopausal Symptoms among Women in selected Villages at Chandragiri Mandal, Andhra Pradesh
Abstract: This is a descriptive study conducted in the month of June 2019 at selected villages of Chandragiri Mandal, Andhra Pradesh. A total of 200 women between age of 40 years and above 56 years, who attained menopause, were taken from the selected villages and analyzed. Menopausal manifestations were surveyed utilizing altered menopause rating scale. The results uncovered that majority of ladies achieved menopause at the age of 40–45 years and …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 14–19 Read article