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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) among Adolescent in Selected Pre-University at Amritsar (Punjab)
Abstract: Adolescence is a period having the sense of individuality and the sense of familiarity. It is the shift from childhood to adulthood and so it is not a smooth one. In addition to this intellectual and affectional upheaval, rapid body growth causes them anxiousness and cultural pressures of today’s world add further strain to their quality. 10 to 20% of the world population comprises adolescents and their problems have not …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 22–28 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Program on Knowledge among Postnatal Mothers regarding New Born care in Maternity Ward of Guru Nanak Dev Hospital, Amritsar
Abstract: Basic care should be provided to the new born by the mother at home. This includes caring, feeding, basic hygiene and identification of danger signs and seeking help from health personnel whenever required. Therefore, all newborn get home based newborn care as per the perception and socio-cultural behavior of the society. However, various studies showed that the newborn care in the communities include knowledge and the practices of the simple …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 32–39 Read article
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A Comparative Study to Assess the Knowledge Regarding Maintenance of Menstrual Hygiene Among Adolescent Girls Studying in Government and Private Schools, Tarn Taran, Punjab
Abstract: Menstruation is also sometimes known as ‘menses’ or described as a ‘menstrual period’. The menstrual cycle is usually around 28 days but can vary from 21 to 35 days. Each cycle involves the release of an egg (ovulation) which moves into the uterus through the fallopian tubes. Tissue and blood start to line the walls of the uterus and the lining of the uterus is shed through the vagina along …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 26–34 Read article
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A Descriptive Study to Assess the Knowledge and Attitude Regarding Importance of Breast Feeding Among Primigravida Mothers at a Selected Hospital, Amritsar With a View to Develop Health Education Pamphlets
Abstract: Breast feeding is the best and natural feeding and breast milk is best milk. It is perfect food for infants and fulfills the requirements for the six months of life. Breast milk is packed with disease fighting substances that protect your baby from illness Breast milk offers benefits for both mother and baby. Mothers should know about importance, benefits, techniques, contraindications. The self-structured questionnaire and Likert scale was used to …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 35–41 Read article
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A Descriptive Study to Assess the Knowledge Regarding Antenatal Diet among Pregnant Women at Selected Hospital, Amritsar in a View to Develop Health Education Booklet
Abstract: Antenatal period is a very crucial period for both mother and fetus. Diet during pregnancy is played an important role for maintaining maternal health and growth and development of fetus. Pregnant women need more essential nutrient than non pregnant women. Adequate supply of food during pregnancy can reduce the risk of baby developing neural tube defects such as spina bifida. Poor nutrition during pregnancy is well known to contribute the …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 42–47 Read article
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Effectiveness of Computer Assisted Teaching on Knowledge Regarding Prevention of Puerperal Sepsis among Primigravida Mothers
Abstract: A study to assess the effectiveness of computer assisted teaching on knowledge regarding prevention of puerperal sepsis among primigravida mothers in selected hospitals at Amritsar. The sample consists of 60 primigravida mothers. Nonprobability convenience sampling technique was used. The tool consists of 2 sections, section 1 consists of demographic variables and section 2 consists of a structured knowledge questionnaire. Split half method was used to test the reliability of the …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 48–60 Read article
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Foot Reflexology and Hot Foot Bath as Remedies for Premenstrual Syndrome
Abstract: Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is defined as the occurrence of physical, emotional and behavioral symptoms in the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle. PMS symptoms start 5 to 11 days before menstruation and disappear once menstruation begins. PMS is most common in women between 20 years old and 40 years old, but can occur in any woman of childbearing age.3 out of every 4 women are affected with one or other …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Assessment of Knowledge and Expressed Practice Regarding Menstrual Hygiene Among the Adolescent Girls of Govt. Girls Senior Secondary School, Lakkar Bazar, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh
Abstract: Background: Menstruation is a unique physiological phenomenon in females. The onset of menstruation is considered as one of the most remarkable changes in adolescent girls. It involves bleeding for 3-5 days from the uterus once a month which occurs throughout the lifetime till menopause. In India about 24% of total population belongs to adolescent period. Objectives: The main objectives of the study were: 1. To assess the existing knowledge & …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 19–25 Read article
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Effectiveness of Nursing Care on Postnatal Mothers Immediately After the Delivery
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
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How to Attain Normalcy in Childbirth?
Abstract: Procreation is nature’s most basic way of creating and sustaining the biosphere. Childbirth, as in animals, is a normal process in human beings too. Too much medicalization of this normal process has forced social and health professionals to rethink as to where things have gone beyond a reasonable limit and what can be done to bring normalcy to the nature’s beautiful event called childbirth. Cannot we help a pregnant woman …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 11–13 Read article
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A Descriptive Study to Assess the Knowledge and Practice Regarding Importance of Breastfeeding Among Mothers at Bebe Nanki Mother and Child Care Center, SGTB Hospital Amritsar (Punjab)
Abstract: The study was to assess the level of knowledge and practice regarding importance of breastfeeding among mothers at Bebe Nanki Mother and Child Care Center, SGTB Hospital Amritsar, Punjab. The research methodology adopted for this study was descriptive in nature. Forty mothers were selected for this by using convenient sampling method. Data was collected by using structured interview schedule. Major findings of the study included overall mean awareness score being …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 14–18 Read article
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SYSTEMATIC PERIOPERATIVE INSTRUCTION AND ANXIETY IN HYSTERECTOMY WOMEN
Abstract: Background: Uterus is the symbolic organ of womanhood. Hysterectomy is the second most common surgery done next to caesarean section. This surgery has a direct impact on psychological and emotional issues among women. Anxiety is a common manifestation. Studies indicate that systematic perioperative instruction helped them to cope with surgery and decreased levels of anxiety aided to a faster postoperative recovery, without complications. In the present clinical study we evaluated …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 7–11 Read article