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Exercise for varicose vein
Abstract: Nowadays, a lot of professions and occupation shave spring up where people are required to either stand for a long time or made to sit, hanging down the legs for a considerable time, either jobs day in and day out are the suffers of Varicose vein. Varicose vein is defined as dilated, tortuous, subcutaneous veins ≥3 mm diameter, measuring in upright position. The extrapolated prevalence rate of Varicose vein in …
Published in International Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 23–28 Read article
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Salbutamol and Ipratropium Bromide are to be Prescribed with Caution by Nursing Staff Which are Risk Factors for Arrhythmias in Patients with CVS Diseases
Abstract: Arrhythmias are well linked with increased deaths in all types of patients. This study examines the effects of salbutamol and ipratropium bromide on developing risk of arrhythmias in the population of Armenia with history of CVS ailment. Methods: The design was a case-control study in 40 adult patients who presented with exacerbation of COPD, out of which, 20 were males and 20 were females of mean age group of 55 …
Published in International Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 6–11 Read article
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Effect of Brain Boosting Activities on Age-related Memory Impairment among Elderly Residing at Selected Old Age Homes, Jammu
Abstract: Background of the study: Every man‘s memory is his private literature. Memories are all we really own. According to Cicero memory is the treasury and guardian of all things. Most of us consider it to be wonderful to have a perfect memory. In general our memory serves amazingly well. Nevertheless at times we may have trouble recalling the name of someone we know well, where we read an interesting article, …
Published in International Journal of Geriatric Nursing · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 27–68 Read article
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End of Life Care of Elderly – The neglected counterpart in Indian Context
Abstract: The modern health care strives to promote optimum health and wellbeing with special emphasis togeriatric population but the end-of-life care for elderly remains obscure with limited research evidencepertaining to ageing population. The term often revolves around cancer patients in the palliativedimension. End-of-life care for elderly in the Indian context with its unique social, cultural, economic,and legal complexities have not been adequately explored. The spiritual socio-cultural, economic, andcare perspectives are important …
Published in International Journal of Geriatric Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 22–26 Read article
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EFFECTS OF HORMONAL THERAPY ON POST MENOPAUSAL WOMEN IT: A REVIEW ARTICLE
Abstract: Objectives: To replace the estrogen that your body stops making during menopause and allow women who choose therapies such as hormone replacement therapy and have taken much interest in improving lifestyle during postmenopausal period. For the benefit of women’s health in relation to hormone replacement treatment and its impact on the body and mind as well as cognitive support and functions in postmenopausal women has been shifting dramatically over the …
Published in International Journal of Geriatric Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 28–31 Read article
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Information, Roles and Responsibilities of Geriatric Nursing
Abstract: Geriatric nursing is a specialized branch of nursing that specializes in offering care for elderly sufferers. Geriatric nurses are skilled to satisfy the specific health care desires of older adults, inclusive of dealing with persistent ailments, promoting health and well-being, and offering stop-of-life care. They work in a diffusion of settings which include hospitals, lengthy-term care facilities, domestic health care businesses, and community clinics. Geriatric nursing includes not handiest providing …
Published in International Journal of Geriatric Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Behavioral Psychological Symptoms in Older People: Understanding, Therapies, and Implications
Abstract: Behavioral psychological symptoms in older people pose significant challenges in geriatric care. This study aims to explore the prevalence, causes, and impact of these symptoms on the well-being of older individuals. The review of literature provides an overview of common behavioral psychological symptoms, including agitation, aggression, depression, anxiety, and psychosis, and their potential underlying factors. Various therapeutic approaches, such as pharmacological interventions, non-pharmacological strategies, and psychosocial interventions, are discussed. The …
Published in International Journal of Geriatric Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 6–10 Read article
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MICROCHIMERISM - A NOVEL EXEMPLAR FOR HUMAN HEALTH AND DISEASE
Abstract: Maternal-offspring interactions are often viewed as solely cooperative, both parties having an interest in the other's survival and well-being. The placenta was previously thought to barricade the mother and fetus thus preventing maternal rejection of the fetus. It is now known that during pregnancy some cells traffic from mother to fetus and from fetus to mother. Surprisingly, some mother’s cells can be found in her adult offspring and some cells …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 1–3 Read article
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Ways to Handle Child with Attention deficit Hyperactive Disorder
Abstract: Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder is most common behavioral disorder among children’s, which is about three times more common among boys than girls. It is a developmental disorder characterized primarily by “the co-existence of attentional problems and hyperactivity, with each behavior occurring infrequently alone”. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder has problems with Paying attentions concentration and with hyperactive as well as impulsive behavior. Despite good intentions, a teenager may be unable to …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 7–8 Read article
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Overview Knowledge of Pentavalent Vaccine for Staff Nurses
Abstract: According to the World Health Organization (WHO) definition, “Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely an absence of diseases or infirmity”. After independence, India reached some remarkable achievements in health care, such as eradication of poliomyelitis, reduction in diarrheal related deaths, etc. In developed countries, an average 98 out of every 1000 children born alive celebrate their fifth birthday, whereas in India, 68 …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 30–32 Read article
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The Basic Physiology of Immunity: A Review
Abstract: When our immune system is in healthy condition, we even don’t notice that it is working to protect us around the clock. A proper and well-functional immune system helps in dealing with many germs that we come across in daily life such as, when we come in contact with pet, other people and environment. In absence of a healthy immune system, one may get infected from infectious diseases easily. The …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 42–47 Read article
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Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge and Attitude Regarding COVID-19 Vaccination among Parents of Nursing Students in PIMS
Abstract: Corona virus disease (COVID-19) is an infectious life-threatening disease that has spreads rapidly throughout the world. Before the emergence of COVID-19, vaccines for infectious diseases typically took several years to develop, and there was no existing vaccine for preventing human coronavirus infections. In this study, an evaluative approach was employed, and the chosen research design was a one-group pre-test and post-test design. The study was conducted through online mode after …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 18–23 Read article
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Effectiveness of SIM on Care of Patient with Craniotomy among Staff Nurses Working in Neurological Units
Abstract: Craniotomy is the most common surgical treatment for various neurological disorders. It involves the greater morbidity related to a wide variety of complications. The major survivors return back with various physical, psychological, emotional, social and spiritual disabilities after a period of hospitalization and rehabilitation. According to American Association of Neuroscience Nurses, the expected outcomes of 400 supratentorial and infratentorial craniotomies were: major complications rate is 13%, operative mortality rate is …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 5–14 Read article
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Compliance & Practices Related to Inhalation Therapy (MDI/DPI) Among Asthma Patients
Abstract: BackgroundAsthma is respiratory disease characterized by acute episode of spasm of bronchi in lungs leading to difficulty in breathing.Most often it is related to theallergic reaction of airways.It is treated with inhalation therapy that is metered dose inhaler (MDI) and dry powder inhaler (DPI).However, the desired treatment outcomes are not observed due to ineffective compliance and practices of MDI /DPI (metered dose inhaler and dry powder inhalers)Aims and objectivesAssess the …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 25–31 Read article
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A Qualitative Study to Assess the Psychosocial Stressors among Chronic Kidney Disease Patients under Hemodialysis in Selected Dialysis Unit, New Delhi
Abstract: Patient with chronic kidney disease (CKD) often have to suffer physical, psychological, social and financial problems and undertake a lot of stress and challenge while carrying themselves with the disease. Therefore, in order to understand the lived experiences and stressors faced by CKD patients undergoing hemodialysis, a qualitative study was conducted to assess the psychosocial stressors among CKD patients undergoing hemodialysis under 4 domains: Physical, Psychological Social and Financial. The …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 8–18 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Video Assisted Teaching Program on Knowledge Regarding Refractive Errors Among School Going Children in Selected Schools at Bangalore
Abstract: The focus of this study to assess the effectiveness of video assisted teaching program on knowledge regarding refractive errors among school going children in selected schools at Bangalore. Eyes are the reflector of the soul and the body’s casement to the outside world. The goal of learning initiate in childhood and the correctness of a child’s vision can extremely affect or alter his/her learning capacity. This type of vision error …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 15–22 Read article
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Occupational Hazards Faced by Nurses in Rajshahi Medical College Hospital, Bangladesh
Abstract: This descriptive survey was carried out to investigate the level of knowledge on occupational hazards among nurses in Rajshahi Medical College Hospital. The aim of the present study was to explore the reasons that may cause injuries as well as the level of nurses’ knowledge about this occupational hazard. The study population consisted of 50 nurses of different wards in Rajshahi Medical College Hospital. The study was carried out from …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 32–37 Read article
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Psycho-social Aspects of Critically III Patients: A Review
Abstract: Introduction: Critical care units (CCUs) is fast-based treatment, which includes highly technologically focused arrangements for invasive and non-invasive procedures with high intensity interventions. Causes of psycho-social distress: Acute distressing events, Situational-related to an external event/situation Maturational, dismemberment, accession, demoralization, alteration in selfconcept and body image, pain and excessive anxiety, depersonalization, social isolation and separation, impaired communication. Clinical Manifestations: Psychological immobility, powerlessness, loneliness, helplessness, hopelessness, avoidance and denial, hostility and anger, …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 38–45 Read article
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A Study to Determine the Effectiveness of Laughter Therapy in Reduction of Depression among Elderly People at Selected Old Age Homes in Amritsar, Punjab
Abstract: Laughter is beneficial for one’s health. The study of humor and laughter and its psychological and physiological effects on the human body is called Glottology. WHO reports highlighted that there are currently about 6000 million elderly person. In India there are 76 million elderly people constituting 7.7% of the total population. These data represent a demographic revolution and require the immediate attention to challenge and opportunities. The disease process has …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 6–19 Read article
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Psychosomatic Stress Responses Perceived by Nurses: A Literature Review
Abstract: Background: The nurses working rotating day/evening/night shift experienced severe gastrointestinal and musculoskeletal symptoms, and reported an extended working day, more stressful working environmental risk factors, and additional strenuous work, which they were less able to control with their work pace as stressors. Aim: The aim of the literature review was to summarize the available literature on the main sources to determine the psychosomatic stress responses perceived by nurses. Method: A …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 122–125 Read article