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A Descriptive Study to Find Out Risk Factors of Hypertension Among Hypertensive Patients those Attending Medicine OPD in PGIMS, Rohtak
Abstract: Background: As per the World Health Organization (WHO), approximately 1.13 billion individuals globally suffer from hypertension, with the majority, around two-thirds, residing in low-and middle-income nations. Globally, elevated blood pressure is linked to an estimated 7.5 million fatalities, constituting about 12.8% of the total number of deaths. This equates to 57 million disability-adjusted life years (DALYs) or 3.7% of the total DALYs. Objectives: Determining the linked risk elements for hypertension. …
Published in International Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 31–71 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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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Logo Therapy on Knowledge and Attitude Takers of Patients Admitted in Psychiatric Ward at Mgmcri, Puducherry Regarding Electro-Convulsive Therapy Among Primary Care
Abstract: Aim: To evaluate the effectiveness of logo therapy on knowledge and attitude regarding electro convulsive therapy. Methodology: Pre-Experimental Research Design (one group pre-test and post-test). Result: The study finding reveals that out of 30 samples, in pre-test 21(70%) of the primary care takers had moderate knowledge and 9(30%) had inadequate knowledge, mean knowledge score was 6.97 regarding Electroconvulsive Therapy. Conclusion: Thus the study findings clearly reveal that the logo therapy …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Prevalence Of Non-Specific Chronic Low Back Pain In Young Adults And Its Association With Pain Severity And Disability
Abstract: Aim: The aim of this study was to investigate the prevalence of non-specific chronic low back pain (NSCLBP) among young adult patients in Jorhat, Assam. Purpose: This study focuses on identifying the prevalence of NSCLBP in young adults and determining the association between pain severity and disability to facilitate early and appropriate interventions. Methodology: A cross-sectional study was conducted at the Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Department and Orthopedic Outpatient Department …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Transforming Healthcare Through Cloud Computing
Abstract: The dynamic evolution and progression of cloud computing technology have ushered in a paradigm shift within the healthcare sector, ushering in a multitude of advantages and reshaping the landscape of healthcare service delivery. Cloud computing stands out as a pivotal facilitator for healthcare entities, furnishing them with the flexibility, scalability, and cost-effectiveness required to navigate the ever-expanding demands of contemporary healthcare. Cloud computing in healthcare reduces the necessity for substantial …
Published in International Journal of Software Computing and Testing · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 34–43 Read article
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Therapeutic positioning in CCU
Abstract: Repositioning is conceptualized as turning the patient from side to side when lying in bed or on a similar surface. Healthy individuals change positions, even during sleep, approximately every 12 min. A variety of sensory cues prompt a change in body position. These sensory cues prevent detrimental effects of prolonged periods of immobility. Individuals who have neurological impairments must rely on others to reposition them to prevent hazards of immobility. …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 28–35 Read article
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Living Well with Kidney Disease: Nurses Make a Huge Difference
Abstract: Kidney diseases have risen from from the world’s 13th leading causes of death to the 10th and mortality has increased from 8, 13, 000 in 2000 to 1.3 million in 2019. The KKidney diseases disrupt and restrict the activities of daily living and impair the quality of life of patients and their family members. The progression of kidney disease to more severe later stages can be prevented and/or slowed down. …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Robotics in Nursing Care
Abstract: Human nurses can have peace of mind. Robotic jobs are safe and secure but a little help has come to the rescue to do multiple nursing tasks for them. Robot nurses helps nurses in hospitals. They have face recognition (cameras), voice recognition (microphones), arms and hands, and talks (speaker) with the patient, doctor, and nurses in eight human languages. Another responsibility is talking with those patients who do not have …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 37–41 Read article
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Nursing Critical Care: Competency Based Training
Abstract: In this era of fast developing industries, requirement of skilled professional has also gone up.Many new hospitals in private health sector are developing; always there is shortage ofdoctors and trained nurses. Nursing colleges are producing nurses; however they are stillless in number and most of them are not well versed with critical or emergency care due todeficiency of such teaching and training programs across most of India. Main reason of …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 0, Issue 0, 2020 · pp. 27s–36s Read article
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Closing Gaps in Asthma Care: Role of Nurse in Addressing Challenges, Barriers and Opportunities in Universal health coverage
Abstract: Background: Chronic respiratory illness is increasing and are a health burden in India, there are nearly 37 million asthmatics around the world. India contributes to 11.1 per cent of the global asthma burden and accounts for over 42 per cent of related deaths making it the asthma capital of the world. According to The Global asthma report (2018), the barriers to implementing successful treatment methods for Asthma in India is …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 34–38 Read article
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A Descriptive Study on Current Trends in the Diagnosis and Management of Diabetic Foot
Abstract: Diabetic foot is a major and frequently occurring complication of diabetes mellitus, significantly contributing to patient morbidity, increased hospital admissions, and a higher risk of lower limb amputations. Timely identification and proper management are crucial to halt disease progression and enhance patient outcomes. This descriptive study focuses on examining current practices and advancements in the diagnosis and management of diabetic foot within clinical settings. The study highlights modern methods used …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 23–33 Read article
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A Case study on percutaneous mitraclip implantation in severe rheumatic mitral regurgitation
Abstract: Background: Mitra Clip therapy is a minimally invasive, safe, and clinically validated treatment for patients with mitral valve issues. Traditionally, anatomical exclusion criteria for the MitraClip procedure have ruled out cases involving rheumatic heart disease (RHD) affecting the mitral valve, primarily due to its association with mitral stenosis (MS). Case Summary: We present a case involving a 42-year-old male with cardiac and pulmonary sarcoidosis, who experienced recurrent heart failure due …
Published in International Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 7–13 Read article
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Automated Medication Dispenser with Alert Mechanism
Abstract: An increasing number of people are becoming older and developing chronic illnesses, which increases the demand for effective drug management programs. We introduce the Automatic Medicine Dispenser with Alert System, a revolutionary tool that has the potential to revolutionize the way individuals with complex treatment plans handle their drugs in answer to this pressing necessity. This state-of-the-art instrument aims to facilitate drug administration and promote adherence, improving patients' general health …
Published in International Journal of Computer Aided Manufacturing · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 46–54 Read article
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IoT Based Smart Saline Bottle for Healthcare
Abstract: There is a vast development in the Healthcare sector with the enhancement of Technology. The fundamental principle in caring for hospitalized patients is to ensure that each patient receives high- quality treatment, close monitoring, and appropriate nutrition in a timely manner. Saline is one of the most popular intravenous therapies given to patients in every hospital. Usually in all cases, the patients are normally treated by saline first for dehydration …
Published in International Journal of Wireless Network Security · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 7–11 Read article
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Health monitoring systems: An overview of E-Healthcare.
Abstract: Healthcare is given extreme importance nowadays by each country especially in post covid times as non-covid patients can’t go for check-ups regularly to hospitals during lockdowns. And also, they have a high risk of getting contacted with the coronavirus. So, in this aspect, an IoT based remote health monitoring system is the best solution for such an epidemic . Hence in this paper, an attempt is made to discuss and …
Published in International Journal of Broadband Cellular Communication · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 28–32 Read article
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Medical Management System: Methodology and Discussion
Abstract: A crucial component to offering medical services in the modern day is management of healthcare. Healthcare providers require efficient and effective healthcare management procedures in order to improve patient happiness and the quality of care. This paper describes a comprehensive framework for medical management software that may be applied to the management of patient care, medical records, inventory control, and billing, among additional aspects of healthcare delivery. In order to …
Published in International Journal of Computer Aided Manufacturing · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 9–15 Read article
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Distribution of Drug on Bed: An Effort to Reduce the Crowd in Sawai Man Singh Hospital, Jaipur, Rajasthan (India)
Abstract: Sawai Man Singh Hospital, Jaipur, Rajasthan, one of the largest hospitals of the country, is staffed with 700 doctors and 1770 nurses with 2282 beds in 72 wards. It has many specialty and super-specialty departments with many intensive care units, semi-intensive care units and operation theatres. It is the most populated hospital of the country with 575 average patients in in-patient department, 7780 average patients in out-patient department and 854 …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 6–11 Read article
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Assessment of Landscape Components in Hospital Environment for General Hospital Buildings in Enugu State, Nigeria
Abstract: The visible landscape is believed to have effect on human beings in many ways in provision of aesthetics appreciation, good health as well as the general well-being of human. It is observed that some of the hospitals in Enugu State, Nigeria lack landscaping elements which have resulted to unhealthy and uncomfortable environment especially to the patients. This research is aim to assess landscaping elements in hospital environment in order to …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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A study to assess the factor influencing pre hospital delay in seeking medical treatment among clients with myocardial infarction admitted in selected hospitals of amritsar.
Abstract: Introduction: Myocardial infarction is the leading cause of death in older adult, accounting for approximately 40% of deaths. An acute myocardial infarction is a serious, life-threatening medical event which occurs when the coronary blood flow is obstructed, usually from a blood clot, resulting in ischemia to the myocardial tissue. Pre-hospital delay is critical for patient survival in myocardial infarction; administration of reperfusion agents is associated with a reduction of up …
Published in International Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 23–29 Read article
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Evaluating the Impact of a Structured Teaching Program on Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Prevention Among Guntur's Cotton Mill Workers
Abstract: Introduction: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease result from increase d resistance to airflow because of airway obstruction or airway narrowing. COPD is an advancing inflammatory condition marked by persistent blockages in the bronchial tubes and pulmonary emphysema. It's a disabling ailment manifesting in symptoms like long-term cough, phlegm, wheezing, breathlessness, and heightened respiratory infections. Lung alterations lead to increased mucus production, impaired cilia function, restricted airflow, lung expansion, irregular gas exchange, …
Published in International Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 17–24 Read article