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34 articles for “Child birth”
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A Quasi-experimental Study to Evaluate the Effectiveness of Spirulina with Lemon Juice on Anemia among Under-five Children in Selected Schools at Madurai, Tamil Nadu
Abstract: Anemia among under-five children is an important concern for the health authorities in India. Untreated anemia in children can have a serious effect on their growth. Spirulina is blue-green algae. It contains protein, iron, vitamins, and minerals. It is aimed at a quasi-experimental study to evaluate the effectiveness of spirulina with lemon juice on anemia among under-five children in selected schools at Madurai, Tamilnadu. Quasi-experimental pre-test post-test control group design …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 50–61 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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Investigating Postnatal Depression and “Baby Blues” in New Mothers at a Selected Maternity Hospital
Abstract: Background: The postpartum period is marked by significant physical and emotional transitions that can lead to feelings of anxiety and mood swings. Postpartum mood disturbances can be categorized into three levels of severity. Symptoms commonly associated with these disorders include feelings of hopelessness, sadness, nausea, alterations in sleep and appetite, reduced sexual interest, frequent crying, anxiety, irritability, a sense of isolation, emotional volatility, thoughts of self-harm or harming the infant, …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 6–10 Read article
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Rubella and Pregnancy
Abstract: Mainly, Rubella infection during pregnancy is considered as a serious infection worldwide. Since Rubella virus not only infects Mainly, rubella infection during pregnancy is considered as a serious infection worldwide. Since rubella virus not only infects susceptible to women early in pregnancy, they can also be transmitted to the fetus and might induce birth defect. Rubella is an acute, contagious viral infection. While rubella virus infection usually causes a mild …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 57–60 Read article
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Breastfeeding in Infants: A Critical Overview
Abstract: Breast feeding is one of the gifts for mother to feed her baby which is ideal food and there is no substitute for breast milk. Breast feeding is to meet the nutritional needs of infant and child. Breast milk is natural readymade food which is most suitable for neonates because of its nutritional value, protection from the infection and provides warmth. After birth of baby till six months of age …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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An Evaluation of the effectiveness of a structured teaching program on immunization among primi postnatal mothers in selected hospitals of bangalore
Abstract: Communicable diseases pose a significant health threat in India, contributing to high rates of death and disability among children under the age of five. Six of these diseases, often referred to as the "killer diseases," can be prevented through timely vaccinations starting from birth. In Indian households, mothers play a central role in managing health-related matters, and their awareness of these diseases and the importance of vaccination can be key …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 33–42 Read article
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Factors Affecting Neonatal Jaundice and the Impact of the same on Growth and Development of Children Less than 3 Years.
Abstract: This study sought to assess the factors affecting neonatal jaundice and the impact of the same on the growth and development of children less than 3 years attending the out-patient department in a SNR Hospital, Kolar district, Karnataka. A descriptive design having cross sectional survey approach with purposive sampling technique was used. Structured interview schedule was conducted to obtain data from mothers, assessment for growth and development of children was …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 29–31 Read article
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Apert Syndrome: A Critical Overview
Abstract: Apert syndrome is a rare genetic disorder characterized by craniosynostosis, midfacial malformation and symmetrical syndactyly. Incidence rate in India is one in 70,000 live births. The Apert syndrome significantly increases with paternal age. Apert syndrome is caused by a mutation of FGFR2 (fibroblast growth factor receptor 2). Clinical features of Apert syndrome are tall skull and high prominent forehead, underdeveloped upper jaw, eyes look prominent and bulge out and there …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 25–29 Read article
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Evaluation of Challenges to Women Participation in the Nigeria Construction Industry
Abstract: Construction industry is a mobile industry which always has its production site wherever contract is given. Participation of women in the profession is not being encouraged as there male counterpart. This paper is to assess the barriers to women participation in the construction industry in Nigeria. The cause for this was reviewed through the consultation of literatures and the used of questionnaires. Some factors are identified as challenges and at …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 5–13 Read article
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Assess the Knowledge and Practices Regarding Latching Process among the Nursing Intern Studying in College of Nursing, Loni (BK)
Abstract: Background: Breast is best for baby. Under any circumstances, breast milk is the ideal food for the infant. No other food is required for the baby until 4–5 months after birth under normal conditions. Indian mothers secrete 450–600 ml milk daily with 1.1 g protein per 100 ml. The energy value of human milk is 70 Kcal per 100 ml. As mother s milk is the complete food of the …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 29–33 Read article
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Management of Intravenous Infusion Therapy by Nurses
Abstract: At birth, the total body weight constitutes 75% of water. It starts decline to 60% from the age of two years onwards. The total body water is compartmentalized into intracellular and extracellular fluids at birth and 20% at the age of 7 years. The distribution of the body fluid is defined by the composition of electrolytes and protein in different compartments. The concentration of electrolyte is expressed in MEq/L. The …
Published in International Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of a Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Newborn Care Among Postnatal Mothers at Selected Hospitals in Rourkela, Sundargarh, Odisha
Abstract: The neonatal phase encompasses the initial four weeks of a baby's existence. A lot of complicated physiological changes happen, and the baby responds to all sorts of stimuli, during this time. Efficacious and continuous care is required at this time. "Newborn care includes determining if resuscitation is necessary, conducting a full medical examination, giving the baby immunisations and preventative drugs, making sure the baby gets enough to eat, gets enough …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 26–33 Read article
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A pre-experimental study to assess the effectiveness of nursing intervention on the Knowledge regarding Pubertal changes among secondary school girls in GGHS Sumbal, Jammu and Kashmir
Abstract: Introduction-The future health status of an individual is determined by the safe and secure transition from childhood to adulthood. This transition is always association with some change in physical, mental, sexual, psychological and social changes that one should be knowledgeable of; particularly the person undergoing change. This period of utmost importance in one's life and it is the base on which the rest of life will depend. The attitude towards …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 54–60 Read article
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Assessing the Effectiveness of an Educational Approach on Antenatal Mothers' Insight and Attitude Toward Spontaneous Vaginal Delivery
Abstract: Giving birth is a significant life event for expectant mothers. A research study was undertaken to evaluate the effectiveness of an educational approach in enhancing understanding and attitudes toward spontaneous vaginal delivery among expectant mothers in a chosen community area within the Indore Division. The rising prevalence of Caesarean sections is a significant worldwide issue. In India, there has also been a rise in the number of Caesarean section deliveries, …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 1–5 Read article