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SIGNIFICANCE OF SMART CITIES IN 21 ST CENTURY FROM AN INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS PERSPECTIVE
Abstract: Globally, cities account for as many as 80% of the nine billion people inhabiting the earth. These cities will have an enormous impact on our environment and economy. It therefore appears essential that the world itself decide how these cities are to be organized in ways that satisfy mankind’s future needs for survival and growth. In doing so, cities need to be technologically and environmentally sound, economically prosperous and socially …
Published in International Journal of Architecture and Infrastructure Planning · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 8–28 Read article
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Strength and Durability Characteristics of Stabilized Compressed Laterite Soil Bricks
Abstract: In this experimental investigation the required numbers of test bricks were moulded for the various percentage proportionate of laterite soil, such as, 91%, 90%, 89%, and 88%, stabilized with various percentage of cement stabilizer viz 4, 5, 6 and 7%, respectively, along with 5% addition of sand constantly; compacted with a hydraulic press paver block and brick making machine. Based on the obtained results laterite soil bricks can be used …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 58–64 Read article
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MODELLING OF SAW PARAMETERS AND ITS MECHANICAL PROPERTIES FOR JOINING STRUCTURAL STEELS
Abstract: Ethiopia nearly 85 per cent of people is morality depends on agriculture; the government of Ethiopia emphasis on Farm Mechanization for bringing the improvement in crop production using modern equipment and tools. However, the Modern equipment development needs improved machineries for fabrication. Moreover, the metal joining technology; like Submerged Arc Welding (SAW) available is very advance and made welding of thicker plats and welded structures. Therefore, while using this modern …
Published in International Journal of Polymer Science and Engineering · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 34–43 Read article
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A Study on Evaluation of Mechanical Properties of Reinforced Composite Developed Using Corn Husk and Glass Fibre
Abstract: With the increasing demand for the disposal of polymer wastes and environmental waste from agriculture/ farming, this research aims to develop composite materials by using glass fibre and corn husk fibres by hand lay-up technique. The fibre from the maize husk was extracted and then overlapped on glass fibre cloth films in regular or irregular orientations. The reinforcement is done with the epoxy resin. The reinforcement and harden matrix are …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 32–36 Read article
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An Evaluation of the Impact of Horticultural Therapy on Depression in Elderly Individuals Living in Assisted Living Facilities
Abstract: Objectives: To evaluate the degree of depression. The study aimed to evaluate the effects of horticultural therapy on depression and to explore the relationship between depression levels and selected demographic variables. Methods: A quantitative evaluative survey approach was employed, utilizing a quasi-experimental one-group pre-test–post-test design. The study focused on elderly individuals living in old age homes. A simple random sampling method was used to recruit a total of 60 participants. …
Published in International Journal of Geriatric Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 26–41 Read article
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Posttraumatic Stress Experience after Myocardial Infarction among Patient with MI
Abstract: A study was conducted to assess the posttraumatic stress experience after myocardial infarction among patient with MI admitted in tertiary care hospital at Bangalore. Methodology: Nonexperimental descriptive design and survey approach was used. In this study, structured interview questionnaire was adapted to collect the data. The study was carried out in Vivas Cardiac Hospital at Bangalore with 60 myocardial infarction patients were selected using nonprobability purposive sampling technique. Collected data …
Published in International Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 1–3 Read article
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Prevalence of Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder Among School age Children
Abstract: Attention-deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD) is commonly diagnosed during the school-age period. This study was conducted to assess the prevalence of ADHD among school-age children in selected wards of Mararikulam Grama Panchayat. The objectives of the present study were to assess the prevalence of ADHD among school-age children and to find the association between selected demographic variables. The study is based on health promotion model. Quantitative descriptive approach was adopted for …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme (STP) on the Knowledge of Postoperative Patients Regarding Deep Breathing Exercises at J.K. Hospital & Research Centre, Bhopal (MP)
Abstract: Postoperative chest physiotherapy was implemented in the beginning of the 20th century; deep breathing exercise was one of the first methods. Consequently, several manual treatments including percussion, clapping, and vibration or shaking was developed to improvise bronchial drainage. Recently, mechanical breathing devices like incentive spirometry (IS), blow bottles, intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) and continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) were introduced into clinical practice (McMahon, 1915). Aim of the study: …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 4–9 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Program on Knowledge Regarding Utilization of Antenatal Health Services Among Antenatal Mothers at Selected PHCS, Bangalore
Abstract: Background: Maternal health is a crucial aspect of public welfare, as antenatal mothers require targeted care to prevent pregnancy-related complications. Despite the availability of services in India, lack of awareness and poor utilization remain significant challenges. Objectives: The study aimed to assess the utilization of antenatal health services among expectant mothers and to examine associations with selected socio-demographic variables. Methodology: An evaluative approach was used. Sixty antenatal mothers from selected …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Innovative Educational Strategies to Bridge the Theory-Practice Gap in Nursing Education
Abstract: The theory-practice gap in nursing education remains a persistent challenge, hindering the ability of students to effectively translate theoretical knowledge into practical, clinical skills. This study explores innovative educational strategies aimed at bridging this gap, with a focus on simulation-based learning (SBL), AI-driven education, and competency-based education (CBE). Through a mixed-methods approach involving surveys, clinical assessments, and semi-structured interviews with nursing students and faculty, the study evaluates the impact of …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 Read article
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Perceived Knowledge regarding Braden Scale among Critical Care Nurses
Abstract: Background: Pressure ulcer is a common and traumatic health condition, especially in the elderly or physically impaired and most bedridden patients. More than 80% of a bedridden patient will always develop bedsores. The Braden scale is a widely used pressure ulcer risk assessment tool. The current study focuses on assessing the level of knowledge of critical care nurses on pressure ulcer prevention using the Braden scale. Methods: The researcher adopted …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 82–87 Read article
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Time Management Among Health Care Workers in Diwan
Abstract: Background: Time management is crucial for health care workers’ success in their workingenvironment worldwide. Quality health care services, as well as patients’ treatment outcomes, aredependents upon providers’ effective time management capabilities. Methods: This study aimed toassess the level of adherence to tips in time management and to assess the level and frequency of usingtechnology in time management among health care workers in the Diwan Health Complex, Oman. Across-sectional descriptive design …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 55–68 Read article
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Combine Effect of Dry and Decomposed Raffia Palm in the Bioremediation of Oil-based Drill Cutting
Abstract: This study determines the effect of dry substrate and decomposed raffia palm for degradation of oil- based drill cuttings bioremediation. The remediation process was effectuated using dry and decomposed raffia palm. The experiment was carried out at the research Centre located at Agricultural and Environmental Engineering departmental workshop in Rivers State University, Port Harcourt. Samples of oil-based drill cuttings were bulked in eleven reactors with four replications (T1, T2, T3-T11). …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 21–29 Read article
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Assessing the prevalence of exclusive breast feeding and its associated factors among mothers attending outpatient departments of selected hospital, Ernakulam.
Abstract: Exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) has important benefits for both, the mother and child. The rate of growth of the infants during the first six months of life is greater and faster than any other period of life. Keeping this in mind, the baby should be nursed adequately which allows easy digestion and absorption. Therefore, the present study assessed the prevalence of exclusive breastfeeding and its associated factors among mothers attending paediatric …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 62–69 Read article
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Role of Bioactive Compounds on Protein Utilization in Ruminants: A Review
Abstract: Insufficient nutrition is the primary drive of low productivity by ruminants. These insufficiencies can be corrected by supplementation with high-density feeds and locally available tree legumes. These tree legumes contain various types of bioactive compounds, which can be defined as secondary plant metabolites (PSM) that are extra nutritional substances having pharmacological or toxicological effects in man and animals. Besides the primary biosynthetic, the secondary metabolites are also produced within the …
Published in International Journal of Animal Biotechnology and Applications · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 21–26 Read article
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Effect of Video-assisted Education on Cervical Cancer on Learning Outcomes among Married Women in a Selected Anganwadies under Mundur PHC, Palakkad, Kerala
Abstract: Worldwide, cervical cancer is both the fourth most common cause of cancer and the cause of death from cancer in women. This study was aimed to “Evaluate the effect of video-assisted education on cervical cancer on learning outcomes among married women in selected anganwadies under Mundur PHC”. The objectives of the study were to assess the learning outcomes on cervical cancer among married women before video-assisted teaching programme, evaluate the …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 14–23 Read article
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Assessment of mother’s knowledge about family planning in , Almangil state, Sudan ,2016
Abstract: ABSTRACTBackground Information: Family planning program regulates the number and spacing of children in families through the use of contraceptives. Lack of knowledge about contraception methods and concerns to the adaption of family planning is a way of thinking and living that is adopted voluntarily upon the basis of knowledge, attitude, by couples inorder to promote the health and welfare of the family group. Methods: The study was descriptive cross-sectional and …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 18–32 Read article
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An Interventional Study to Assess the Effect of Back Care on Quality of Sleep among Geriatric People of Nadiad City
Abstract: Introduction: Sleep is a condition of body and mind that recurs for several hours every night in which the sympathetic and parasympathetic system is relatively inactive, that eyes closed, the postural muscles relaxed, and consciousness practically sling. Back care was formed in 1968 as national back pain association. Back care is registered charity that aims to reduce encumbrance of back pain by providing information and support. Encouraging best practises and …
Published in International Journal of Geriatric Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 6–11 Read article
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An Overview on Cannabis and its Medical Applications
Abstract: Today, cannabis plant is raising interest in medical field due to its potential applications, for example, in antitumor drugs, to treat inflammation, cell proliferation, and cell survival. Cannabinoid receptors have a major role in the mechanism of cancer therapy. But in spite of its advantages in medical field, it has some disadvantages also. Due to lack of proper information, it may cause severe side effects. This paper reviews recent work …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Mental Healthcare Act 2017: An Overview with Issues
Abstract: There is no health without mental health. National Mental Health Survey cited a commonness of 13.7% lifetime and 10.6% current mental bleakness. To address this mammoth issue, an optimistic law was sanctioned titled "Mental Healthcare Act, 2017" (MHCA 2017). The demonstration is dynamic and rights situated in nature. The entire committed Chapter 5 on “Rights of Persons with Mental Illness” is the substance of this enactment. Be that as it …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 66–75 Read article