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Iron-Deficiency Anaemia
Abstract: Women are facing challenges every day to run life. health wise also many diseases like heart diseases, cervical cancers, breast cancers, ovarian cancer, osteomyelitis, sexually transmitted diseases, urinary tract infection, iron-deficiency anaemia, stress and depression etc. are easily affects women than men. In that iron-deficiency anaemia causes ill health to women. 39.6% of all women have anaemia in India as per the World Health Organization (WHO) report. Iron-deficiency anaemia appears …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 33–36 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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Coronaviruses—An Update
Abstract: The 2019 novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) is a novel virus that leads to respiratory problems in individuals and can spread from person to person. This virus was initially recognized during a survey into an outbreak in Wuhan, China. Promotion of a safety environment is a keystone of prevention of spread of organism in health care. Persons of all ages should take necessary steps to protect themselves from the disease.
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 29–32 Read article
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Comprehensive Approach to Lowering Measured Blood Pressure (CALM-BP)
Abstract: Hypertension is a chronic medical condition with marked increase in systolic and diastolic blood pressure more than 140/90 mm of Hg in three consecutive measures. It increases the risks such as dysfunction of heart, brain, kidney and other organs as the force exerted by circulating blood against the walls of the body’s arteries and the major blood vessels resulting in damage. It is a silent threat to the health of …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Stem Cells and their Applications
Abstract: Stem cells have a unique ability to develop into specialized cell types in a body that can be used to replace cells and tissues. They are classified according to their sources and potency. Stem cell therapies play an important role in cell transplantation biology. There are 3 basic types of transplants. These are called autologous, allogeneic, and syngeneic. Stem cells treatment is used in treating burned wounds, skin replacement, brain …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 6–14 Read article
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Effectiveness of Health Awareness Program upon Adult Vaccination among Visually Challenged
Abstract: Vaccines are especially important for older adults. As they get older, their immune system weakens and it can be more difficult to fight off infections. Vaccines can protect from serious diseases. Vaccines are crucial to prevent mortality. This study was aimed to asses the effectiveness of health awareness program upon adult vaccination among visually challenged. Methods: The study was conducted using pre experimental research design among visually challenged at National …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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COVID-19 Vaccine in India—A Comprehensive Update
Abstract: The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), caused by the SARS-CoV-2 has sabotage the public health,economy and day to day lives of people and erupted into a pandemic. The government adopted strictmethods like lockdown of states and countries to fight the COVID-19 pandemic. The health sector hastaken active part to combat COVID-19, in spite of shortage of equipment and resources. There werechallenges for vaccine development for SARS-CoV-2 amid all the chaos of …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 16–22 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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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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Current Trends in Medical Surgical Nursing
Abstract: Nursing has been called arts and science of the profession. It is also known as the oldest art and youngest of the profession. Art stating nurses to learn more knowledge, idea and concept related to actual life” but science stated with systematic process with principles, ethics and rules to followed the concept of the knowledge. There is a rapid development in the society. There are changes in technology, knowledge explosion …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 18–22 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge RegardingPost-operative Complications of Anterior Cervical Discectomy among Third-Year B.Sc. Nursing Students in Selected Nursing Colleges, Bangalore
Abstract: Introduction and objectives: Anterior cervical discectomy (ACD) is the most common surgical procedure to treat damaged cervical discs. There are many complications followed by ACD. Each surgery is unique, and nursing care to be provided is also different with respect to the type of surgery, patient condition, potential complications, etc.Nurse should be vigilant to identify post-operative complications and to care it along with medical team. Hence the investigator felt the …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 44–55 Read article
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Factors Affecting Medication Errors from Viewpoint of Iranian Registered Nurses
Abstract: Introduction: Nurses have an important rolein medication error prevention. The present study conducted to reveal the factors affecting medication errors from the viewpoint of clinical nurses in hospitals affiliated to Qazvin University of Medical Sciences.Methods: This cross-sectional study was done on 144 nurses in 2019. Nurses' inclusion criteria werebeing registered nurse, willingness to participate in study, and more than 6 months experience. Data were collected using a demographic checklist and …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Self Reported Side Effects of Prophylactic Hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) Usage among Health Care Workers (HCWs) during the Initial Phase of COVID-19 Outbreak
Abstract: Background: Hydroxychloroquine has been widely administered to patients with Covid-19 without robust evidence supporting its use. The rising burden of Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) has led to the mass use of hydroxychloroquine by healthcare workers (HCWs). Side effect of this drug when used as prophylaxis is not well known in the literature. Methods: A cross-sectional online survey was carried out using a Google form containing questionnaire on different organ systems. Google …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Efficacy of Nursing Interventions on Pain level and Post-operative Quality of Recovery of Patients undergoing Abdominal Surgery
Abstract: Introduction: Patients undergoing abdominal surgery are at risk of developing complications such as infection, deep vein thrombosis and respiratory system conditions i.e., atelectasis because patients tend to take shallow breaths due to surgical incision in abdomen. Nurses play a significant role in preventing these complications by providing postoperative care.Aim: The aim of the study was to assess efficacy of nursing interventions in reducing pain level and improving quality of recovery …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2022 Read article
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Compare the Effectiveness of Topical Insulin vs Honey Dressing on Diabetic Foot Ulcer Among Patients with Diabetic Mellitus
Abstract: Foot ulcer and foot pain is the complication of diabetic mellitus. Diabetes can develop foot ulcer and foot pain, but proper foot care management can prevent diabetic complication, apart from that investigator used topical insulin vs. honey dressing on diabetic foot ulcer among patients with diabetic mellitus. Objectives: To compare the effectiveness of topical insulin Vs. honey dressing on diabetic foot ulcer among patients with diabetes mellitus residing in urban …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 18–27 Read article
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Home Care Management of Arterio-venous Fistula Among Chronic Renal Failure Patients Undergoing for Hemodialysis- A Quasi-experimental Research Study
Abstract: Introduction: Chronic Renal Failure refers to a gradual and irreversible decline in renal function, leading to the body's inability to sustain metabolic, fluid, and electrolyte balance. This condition results in uremia, necessitating the reliance on hemodialysis to maintain internal equilibrium and prevent uremia. In the initial phases of renal impairment, symptoms may be alleviated through hemodialysis, monitoring fluid intake, dietary regulation, and medication use. However, as renal function deteriorates, these …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 6–12 Read article
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Nitrile Gloves Over Latex Gloves: Need of the Hour!
Abstract: Cross-infection via hands is prevented through hand washing, use of sanitizers, and gloves. However, it has been observed that the rubber material of gloves is an allergen which can result in allergies when used by people with sensitive/delicate skin. Rise in the prevalence of allergic reactions to latex medical gloves among health care workers is being observed for the past few years. Because of the presence of the allergen component …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 1–3 Read article
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Prevalence of Common Problems Among Elderly Residing at Selected Urban and Rural Community of Kottayam District, Kerala, India
Abstract: Constipation, insomnia, immobility and urinary incontinence are common problems among elderly. With a view to assess these problems descriptive study was done among 200 elderly between the age group of 65 and 80 years old. The study was done in selected urban and rural community of Kottayam district using Pittsburgh sleep quality index scale, Victoria bowel performance scale, Tinetti Assessment Tool and revised urinary incontinence scale using interview technique. The …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Patient Safety Among Second-Year B.Sc. Nursing
Abstract: Patient safety is an important and essential component of quality of care. It’s important to know about patient safety including system impact on the safety and quality of health care in future roles and to manage various strategies to resolve and prevent errors and complication, as well as evaluate results to improve long-term performance whether in hospital or any setting. The aim of this study was to determine the effectiveness …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 23–25 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Video Assisted Teaching Regarding Total Parenteral Nutrition on Knowledge and Practice Among Staff Nurses Working at Critical Care Unit, MGMCRI, At Puducherry
Abstract: Background: Adequate nutrition is vital for growth and development of children starting from conception to maturity. Almost all nutritional disorders like protein energy malnutrition, anaemia, rickets, and nutritional blindness occur in this age group. The early use of adequate parenteral nutrition minimizes weight loss, and improves growth and neurons developmental outcome, and appears to reduce the risk of mortality and later adverse outcomes, such as necrotizing enter colitis and bronco …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 13–19 Read article