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A Descriptive Study to Assess the Knowledge regarding selected Gynecological Problems among Adolescent Girls (18–24 years)
Abstract: A descriptive study was conducted to assess the knowledge regarding gynecological problems among adolescent girls (18–24 years) studying in S.K.S.S. College of Nursing, Sarabha, Ludhiana, Punjab. Data was collected from 150 adolescent girls (18–24 years) studying in of S.K.S.S. College of Nursing, by using the stratified purposive sampling technique with the self-structured questionnaire on gynecological problems among young girls. The overall result of study was 79% of adolescent girls had …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 30–35 Read article
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A STUDY TO ASSESS THE KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDE REGARDING TEENAGE PREGNANCY AND ITS PROBLEMS AMONG ADOLESCENT GIRLS IN SELECTED JUNIOR COLLEGES AT KHAMMAM, TELANGANA
Abstract: : A descriptive research study was conducted at selected junior colleges at khammam among adolescent girls who are in the age group of 18 - 19 years. Simple random sampling technique was adopted to select sample. Data was collected with structured questionnaire, it included socio-demographic data, knowledge questionnaire, attitude rating scale. The reliability of the tool was (r)= 0.96. Conceptual framework was adopted for the study was Pender's health promotion …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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A Study to assess the Knowledge regarding Breast Self-Examination among Adolescents’ Girls of Govt. Girls Hr. Secondary School, Bairagarh, Bhopal
Abstract: Introduction: Breast cancer is a significant health issue globally, with 1.3 million women diagnosed annually. In India, an estimated 80,000 new cases are diagnosed each year, with 1 in 22 women likely to develop breast cancer. Early detection through breast self-examination (BSE), mammography, and clinical breast exams is crucial. However, awareness is low, especially in rural areas. BSE is a valuable screening tool, allowing women to detect changes and abnormalities. …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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A Pre-Experimental Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Planned Teaching Programme On Knowledge Regarding Life Style Changes in Prevention of Pre-Menstrual Syndrome Among Adolescent Girls in a Selected School at Dehlon, Ludhiana
Abstract: A pre-experimental, one-group pre-test–post-test design was used for the study. Using the purposive random sampling technique, 50 adolescent girls were selected, and the data were collected by administering the structured knowledge questionnaire on premenstrual syndrome during adolescence period. After collecting data, the planned teaching program (PTP) was administered to the subjects on the same day and on the eighth day; a post-test was conducted using the same structured knowledge questionnaire. …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 14–24 Read article
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Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Planned Teaching Program on Knowledge Regarding Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) Among Adolescent Girls in Selected High Schools of Jabapur (M.P.)
Abstract: The aim of the study was to Assess the Effectiveness of Planned Teaching Program on Knowledge Regarding Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) Among Adolescent Girls in Selected High Schools of Jabapur (M.P.)” Methods: Pre-experimental one group pre-test, post- test design and non-probability sampling technique was used in the present study. The sample consists of 30 adolescent girls of selected schools of Jabalpur selected through non-probability sampling technique. After review of published …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 25–30 Read article
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Application of Custard Apple Seed Powder on Itching Lice Among Adolescent Girls in Selected Women’s Hostel, Coimbatore.
Abstract: Custard apple is a sub-tropical fruit belonging to the Annonaceae family. The therapy of pediculosis remains a common problem among all age groups. Natural products have been used in traditional medicine for thousands of years, and recently have been increasing interest, since the costs are usually lower and they are considered less toxic by the public. This study aims to assess the level of itching by lice and effectiveness of …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 16–22 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Video-assisted Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Breast Self-examination among Adolescent Girls
Abstract: Introduction: Breast self-examination may be a perfect, safe, effective, and cost-free method which can be done by every woman at her leisure with little training. It is definitely detected by adolescent girls in order that the priority is given to teaching all girls how and when to examine their breasts. Regular breast self-examination can identify any abnormal changes in the breasts to determine a good prognosis. If the young groups …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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A pre-experimental study to find out an impact of self instructional module (SIM) on knowledge regarding reproductive health among rural adolescent girls
Abstract: Background-Good reproductive health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being in all matters relating to the reproductive system. Human beings are beings, it means human beings are capable to reproduce and able to maintain reproductive health.Objective-Total seven objectives were been formed and discussed in detail below.Material and Methods-A study was conducted to assess the effectiveness of self-instructional module on knowledge regarding reproductive health among 30 adolescent girls …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 69–75 Read article
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A Descriptive Study to Assess Awareness of Premenstrual Syndrome and Menstrual Hygiene Among Adolescent Girls at Hillside Public School
Abstract: BackgroundAim: Premenstrual syndrome, often associated with irregular ovarian function during the menstrual cycle, impacts a woman's physical and emotional well-being and can occasionally disrupt her daily routines due to hormonal changes. Objectives:Evaluating the awareness of premenstrual syndrome and menstrual hygiene among adolescent students. Methodology: For this research, a suitable approach was a quantitative non-experimental method. Thirty adolescent girls from Hillside Public School were chosen as study participants using a simple …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 12–18 Read article
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Assessment Of Knowledge, Attitude and Practice Of Adolescent Girls Regarding Prevention Of Urinary Tract Infection
Abstract: A descriptive correlational study was done in a selected school of Kothamangalam Taluk. Theobjectives of the present study were to assess the level of knowledge, attitude, and practice regardingthe prevention of urinary tract infection and correlation between the knowledge and practice. A non-experimental research design was used. The purposive sampling technique was used in the study toselect 60 adolescent girls. Data was collected using self-administered questionnaire to assess theknowledge, attitude …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 42–45 Read article
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Impact of Education on Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Anemia Among Adolescent Girls Between the Age Group of 13–17 years Studying in Secondary School, Farasan, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Abstract: Anemia is one of the most frequent dietary deficiencies. It affects people of all ages in most Saudi Arabian states. Anemia in adolescents is a severe public health problem in Saudi Arabia, the prevalence rate is 42%. A lack of nutritional understanding is one of the most common causes of dietary disorders and, as a result, poor practice, which can have a variety of implications. The goal of this study …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 12–19 Read article
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Effectiveness Of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge regarding Iron Deficiency Anemia Among Adolescent Girls in Selected Schools At Tiruvannamalai District.
Abstract: Introduction: Anemia is one of the most widespread public health problems especially in developing countries. Materials and Methods: A quantitative approach was used in the study; a quasi- experimental one group pretest posttest design was adopted. The sample sizes 30. The conceptual framework was based on the modified model of Widenbache’s Helping of Clinical Nursing Theory (1964). A convenience sampling technique was adopted. The tool used for data collection was …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 19–24 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Knowledge and Attitude Regarding Vaccine Against Human Papilloma Virus Infection Among Adolescent Girls (14–16 Years) in Selected Schools of Gujarat State with a View to Develop an Information Booklet
Abstract: Adolescence is a time of transition from childhood to adulthood. It is a particular stage of development during which a kid experiences significant physical, emotional, and social change as well as sexual maturation. The modern adolescent is thought to know more about international events. They represent one-fifth of the world’s population. In today’s scenario both parents are employed to fulfill the increasing demands to maintain the socio-economic status in society, …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 22–25 Read article
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A Study To Assess The Effectiveness Of Structured Teaching Programme On Knowledge And Practices Regarding Menstrual Hygiene Among Early Adolescent School Girls At Kuppam
Abstract: Background and aims: Menstruation is a process that only impacts women.In current society myths and cultural beliefs regarding menstruation have an important menstrual practice, which causes teenage groups to be ignorant of the scientific information required to maintain excellent reproductive health. Due to ignorance of the menstrual cycle, menstruation is surrounded by psychological and religious stigmas. Many women in rural areas lack an understanding of the menstrual cycle, even though …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1–10 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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A Comparative Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Acupressure Versus Reflexology on Pre-Menstrual Syndrome Among Adolesecent Girls in Selected Schools at Erode, Tamil Nadu
Abstract: Background: Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a recurrent appearance of psychological (e.g. irritability) and physical (e.g. headache) symptoms that occurs during luteal phase of the menstrual cycles and remits shortly after the beginning of menses and during the follicular phase. Aim: To assess the effectiveness of acupressure Vs reflexology on premenstrual syndrome among adolescent girls. Methods: True experimental design was used. Multistage sampling technique was adopted to select the 250 adolescent …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 41–52 Read article
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Assess the Menstural Irregularities Among Adolescents
Abstract: Background: Menstruation is an important part of female reproductive cycle but menstrual irregularities in adolescent girls may affect the normal life of adolescents and young adult women. The studies reported high proportion of adolescents suffering from menstrual irregularities. Objective of the Study: The study was aimed to assess the menstrual irregularities among adolescent girls and to find association between the menstrual irregularities and sample characteristics. Methodology: The research design used …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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How to Prevent Anorexia Nervosa
Abstract: This article provides knowledge regarding prevention of anorexia nervosa for improving physical and mental health of young population especially adolescent girls. The main aim of this article is to change the attitude of peoples regarding refusal of food for maintaining body image. Anorexia nervosa is an eating disorder characterized by psychologically feeling of loss of appetite especially in age group of adolescents (mostly girls) because of they want to be …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 30–31 Read article
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Screening and Education Program on Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome among College Girls
Abstract: Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a common health problem which growths among teenage girls and young women during their generative years. Evidence exists that imparting knowledge to the adolescents and young girls helps to reduce the risk for the later age. A study was done among college girls in PCOS with quasi-experimental design (One group pre-test post-test design). 150 college girls studying at The Salvation Army Catherine Booth College of …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 8–11 Read article
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An analysis on Gender sensitiveness in urban open space practice for girls: A Case Study in Rajshahi, Bangladesh
Abstract: Gender sensitiveness in urban planning’ is considered as a concept. Gender inequalities have been observed in the field of open space practice from an early age. Urban open spaces are valued for their health, social, economic, and environmental benefits. Outdoor physical activity is important for the wellbeing of youth, while playfulness is crucial for creativity and innovation. The paper explores the major reasons of deprivation of girls in respect of …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 38–47 Read article