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Knowledge, Attitude and Practice Regarding Hepatitis B in Nurses Working in Different Hospitals of Quetta City, Pakistan
Abstract: Objective: This study was conducted to assess the nurse's knowledge, attitude and practice regarding hepatitis B infection in tertiary care public hospital in Quetta, Pakistan. Methodology: A cross-sectional descriptive study that was conducted from February to October 2016 in the different (both public and private) hospitals of Quetta city, Balochistan, Pakistan. A total of 565 nurses were registered and working in different hospitals, but only 412 were tracked and present …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 24–34 Read article
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Effect of Conventional vs. Multimedia Aid Regarding Informed Consent for Central Venous Catheter Insertion on Anxiety and Satisfaction among Patients Admitted in Selected Areas of A Tertiary Care Hospital, Ludhiana, Punjab
Abstract: Central venous catheter insertion is a very invasive procedure for prolonged administration of medication, parental fluids and blood products. Patients are involved in decision making regarding this procedure. The term Informed consent is used to discuss with patients complete, clear and easy to understand information about a medical procedure or surgical process in clinical settings or hospitals. Multimedia patient decision aid have been heavily utilized as supplemental educational tools instead …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 28–31 Read article
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Prevention of Premenstrual Syndrome in Adolescence
Abstract: Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is defined as regular premenstrual physical or emotional symptoms that interfere with daily living and functioning at home and workplaces. Causes may be abnormal level of ovarian hormones like estrogen or progesterone. PMS occurs during the luteal phase of menstrual cycle symptoms including anxiety, irritability, mood swings, fatigue, palpitations, forgetfulness, fluid retention, weight gain and breast tenderness. Risk factors are that stress may precipitate condition, increasing age, …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 59–63 Read article
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Effectiveness of Information Booklet on Knowledge Regarding Tracheostomy Care Among Nursing Officers Working in Intensive Care Units of SKIMS, Soura Srinagar
Abstract: Introduction: Tracheostomy is a procedure in which an artificial opening is made in trachea by separating the muscles beneath the skin after given incision on it. It can be done on routine or emergency basis. It is one of the frequently done procedures in modern surgery. It is usually done in clients suffering from respiratory obstruction or need long time ventilation by mechanical means. It is done in about 24% …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 5–11 Read article
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Pediatric Intravenous Cannulation: Overview
Abstract: Intravenous (IV) cannulation is an integral part of modern medicine and is practiced in every healthcare setting. It is a complex procedure compared to adult IV cannulation. Because pediatric veins are small and thin, the nurses should be knowledgeable and skillful regarding pediatric IV cannulation. It is commonly indicated when fluids administer intravenously. Complication of IV cannulation includes phlebitis, cannula occlusion, extravasation, etc. Knowledge and skills regarding pediatric IV cannulation …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 55–61 Read article
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Anemia in Pregnancy
Abstract: Anemia is considered a severe public health problem by World Health Organization as its prevalence is greater than 40%. It has major consequences for human health as well as social and economic development and is responsible for 20% of maternal deaths. Anemia is the reduction in circulating hemoglobin mass below the critical level. Faulty dietetic habit, faulty absorption mechanism, iron loss through excessive sweating, hookworm infestation, chronic malaria, bleeding piles …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 10–15 Read article