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Effectiveness of Yoga Therapy on Quality-of-Life Among Menopausal Women
Abstract: Menopause meant permanent cessation of reproductive fertility, occurring sometimes before the end of natural lifespan. Menopause has an impact on woman’s quality-of-life. A menopausal natural remedy such as yoga can help immensely in managing the menopausal symptoms and making this natural passage in life for women a much more comfortable journey. A True experimental study was done to evaluate the effectiveness of yoga therapy on quality-of-life among menopausal women. 60 …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 63–67 Read article
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Effect of Secondary Air Injection in Redesigned Exhaust Pipe of Two-Stroke Internal Combustion Engine
Abstract: The emission produced by two-stroke internal combustion engine is not under the limits of vehicle emission norms mentioned by pollution department. An experimental study was performed for more fundamental understanding of effect of secondary air injection on exhaust emissions of two-stroke cycle engine during cold starting period by redesigning the exhaust pipe. The pressurized secondary air is injected in the newly designed exhaust pipe near the exhaust port with the …
Published in International Journal of I.C. Engines and Gas Turbines · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Effectiveness of Counselling on Knowledge Regarding Appropriate Complementary Feeding Practices Among Mothers of Young Children
Abstract: Introduction: Appropriate infant and young child feeding (IYCF) practices are essential for the nutritional status, health, optimal physical and mental growth, cognitive development, overall well-being in early vulnerable years as well as in later life and ultimately for the survival of children. Faulty feeding practices, such as early or delayed initiation of complementary feeding (CF) offering the wrong foods, not meeting the nutritional requirement of the child and discontinuing breastfeeding, …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 37–43 Read article
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A Comparative Study to Assess the Knowledge and Practices of Urban and Rural Mothers Regarding Prevention of Common Accidents Among Children Under Five Years of Age
Abstract: In this research study, a descriptive research approach was used to assess the knowledge and practices of rural and urban mothers regarding prevention of common accidents among children under five years of age. Two-stage sampling technique with a structured interview schedule was used to collect data from the samples. The result of the 200 samples revealed that, the highest knowledge score 14.50 found in urban mothers with S.D of 2.018 …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 28–36 Read article
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Child with Temper Tantrum
Abstract: Temper tantrum is common behavior problem in preschool children who may express their anger by lying on floor, kicking, screaming and occasionally holding their breath. Tantrum is natural especially in children who are not yet able to use words to express feelings through words. 23 to 83% of all 2–3 years old have temper tantrum.
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 44–45 Read article
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Effect of PTP on Knowledge of Staff Nurses for Safe Drug Administration in Pediatric Tuberculosis
Abstract: It is known that safe drug administration plays a very important role in the management of pediatric tuberculosis. The staff nurses being the core member of health team needs to be made aware of all the aspects of pediatric tuberculosis management especially drugs. The current study was conducted to assess the effect of a planned teaching programme (PTP) on knowledge of staff nurses regarding safe drug administration in pediatric tuberculosis. …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 11–16 Read article
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A Pre Experimental Study to assess the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Program on Knowledge Regarding Promotion of Mental Health among Adolescents in Selected Schools of District Jalandhar, Punjab
Abstract: Mental health is avital component of health and is a resource to help us to deal with the stresses and challenges of everyday life. Mental health promotion builds individual and community capacity by enhancing people’s innate ability to achieve and maintain good mental health, and by creating supportive environments that reduce barriers to good mental health. One group pre test-Post test design was selected for the study; the study was …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 21–27 Read article
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Assessment of Self-medication Practices among Adolescent Girls: School-based Study
Abstract: Self-medication is a process of selection and use of non-prescribed medicines by individuals at their own initiatives to treat self-recognized illness or symptoms. It is practiced significantly worldwide in both developed and developing countries even through its type, extent and reasons for its practices may vary. A descriptive survey study was conducted to assess prevalence and pattern of self-medication practices among adolescent girls. The total 280 medical and non-medical adolescent …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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A STUDY TO ASSESS THE EFFECTIVENESS OF STRUCTURED TEACHING PROGRAMME ON KNOWLEDGE REGARDING PREVENTION OF COMPLICATIONS IN REARING PET AND FARM ANIMALS AMONG PARENTS OF CHILDREN AT SELECTED COMMUNITY AREA BELLUR NAGAMANGALA TALUK, MANDYA DISTRICT, KARNATA
Abstract: ABSTRACT Little children are more interested in animals and there will be lack of immunity in them. They are more prone for infections caused by animals. Whereas older children are more prone for crush and bull horn injuries. Young children are less likely than adults to wash their hands well after touching or coming into contact with objects that fall in surface which is comprised with infection and then be …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 50–53 Read article
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The High School Students’ Knowing About the Effect of Cigarette on Mouth and Dental Health: The Sample of Nevşehir in Turkey
Abstract: Background: Smoky and smogless tobacco products that are used among adolescents in the world and our country affect general health and mouth-dental health of next generation, seriously. Aim: The aim of the study to determine knowing of the students who were attending to high schools at Nevşehir city center, about the effect of cigarette on mouth and dental health. Material and Methods The universe of the study consisted of 8311 …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 54–63 Read article
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IMPACT OF CHRONIC CHILDHOOD ILLNESS ON FAMILY
Abstract: Being ill is a part of childhood and caring of the sick child is a part of parenting. Everyday millions of sick children seek health care from hospital. Chronic illness is those which affect the growth and development of the young child. This study aims to find out the impact of chronic childhood illness on family mainly over parents and healthy siblings. Qualitative research approach with purposive sampling technique is …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 46–49 Read article
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To assess the maternal factors influencing low birth weight among newborns
Abstract: Maternal health and adequate care during pregnancy have direct impact on birth weight of the baby. This study was conducted to evaluate the maternal factors that are influencing low birth weight among newborns. Quantitative, descriptive design was used for the study to assess a purposive sample of 50 mothers who delivered LBW babies at post natal wards in Kamala Nehru Memorial Hospital, Allahabad. Data was collected in a duration of …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 17–20 Read article
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Identifying and Assessing the Usefulness and Validity of 6D and 7D BIM in Construction Practices
Abstract: Building information modeling (BIM) is a unified practice using coordinated and coherent representation software proficiently running in various formats (from 3D to 7D) to perk up overall project management. BIM can be executed ahead of the planning and designing stage of project, covering the complete building life cycle, along with the procedures involved in facility management and sustainability. This paper critically reviews the application of 6D and 7D BIM in …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 22–31 Read article
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Thienamycin: A Review
Abstract: Thienamycin antibiotic have a long history. The activity of thienamycin against major bacterial specious are abundant. Thienamycin is the initially beta lactam antibiotic with carbapenem ring system. This review paper constellates information about the activities and properties of thienamycin.
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Nanotechnology Based Drug Delivery System in Tuberculosis: Review
Abstract: From near the beginning centuries to present life Tuberculosis remains the world-wide disease without any limitations. In the other hand, in some cases in the infected individuals the disease remains in a dormant state. In this stage the treatment is hard as the lipid mycobacterial wall is thick & the delivery of drug inside the bacterial cell is difficult. Due to this new face of TB it becomes the major …
Published in International journal of Nanobiotechnology · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 14–24 Read article
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Building Construction and Installations of Green Walls and Green Roofs
Abstract: Many cities around the world distinguish the significance of having green infrastructure; that is, natural landscape assets, including green spaces and water systems. Green infrastructure includes trees, parks, water sensitive urban design (such as wetlands and rain gardens) and green roofs, walls and facades. Green roofs, walls and porticos look attractive as a way of adding green infrastructure to a city because they can be comprised on new buildings or …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 35–52 Read article
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Design Procedure and Criteria Used in Vertical Gardens and Green Roof Constructions
Abstract: A vertical garden also known as living wall or green wall is an independent vertical garden attached to exterior or interior walls of a building. In vertical gardens, various types of modular panels can be used along with geo-textile fabrics, growing media, irrigation systems, and plants. Living walls are mainly appropriate for cities, as they permit good use of obtainable vertical surface areas. The living wall could also function for …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 53–78 Read article
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Sustainable Cities: A Sustainable Future Growth
Abstract: In the present scenario the cities are growing and over-growing in terms of population which is creating a problem for its citizens to get their part of luxury, comfort and sometimes even fulfilling their basic needs. This over growing population needs to be controlled because of its over burdening of land, depletion of natural resources and misbalancing environmental harmony. This has tempted in the great need for sustainable growth of …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 44–47 Read article
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Bamboo Charcoal – Review
Abstract: Bamboo charcoal also termed as “Black Diamond”. This black diamond is made when plants, five years or older, are burned inside an oven at temperatures over 800 degrees centigrade. Bamboo activated carbon is synthesized from bamboo charcoal. Bamboo charcoal has various applications it has vast application in the field of medicines, in purification, etc. This review paper gives an insight about the process of making bamboo charcoal and its applications.
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 7–14 Read article
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Nanotechnology based solutions for control of Agricultural pests
Abstract: Application of nanotechnology for the control of agricultural pests is an emerging field of research. It is driven by the realization that they are more effective and are equally competent in terms of their biocidal potential and that too at significantly low concentrations as compared to conventional pesticides. Unscrupulous application of larger volumes of chemical pesticides has many harmful effects including, acute toxicity to animals and human beings (up on …
Published in International journal of Nanobiotechnology · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 7–13 Read article