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619 articles for “treatments”
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Closing Gaps in Asthma Care: Role of Nurse in Addressing Challenges, Barriers and Opportunities in Universal health coverage
Abstract: Background: Chronic respiratory illness is increasing and are a health burden in India, there are nearly 37 million asthmatics around the world. India contributes to 11.1 per cent of the global asthma burden and accounts for over 42 per cent of related deaths making it the asthma capital of the world. According to The Global asthma report (2018), the barriers to implementing successful treatment methods for Asthma in India is …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 34–38 Read article
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To develop and evaluate effectiveness of Standard operating procedure on control and prevention of nosocomial infection in NICU at SDM Hospital Sattur, Dharwad.
Abstract: BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY: NICU is one of the most important but infection prone area of the hospital. It is not the treatment but the prevention which is the goal of infection control for the newborn. This goal is affected through good prenatal screening, immunization and early therapy of the mother prior to or during her pregnancy. Measures for reducing neonatal infection deserve high priority in every neonatal unit. Most …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 9–12 Read article
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A Factorial Design to Evaluate the Effectiveness of Ballon Therapy vs. Basil Leaves Steam Inhalation on Physiological Parameters Among Children with Upper Respiratory Infections in Selected Hospital, Erode
Abstract: Background: Respiratory tract infections are the major causes of morbidity and mortality in children worldwide, particularly in developing countries, second only to diarrheal disease among the acute infectious disease. About four-and-a-half million children die of respiratory tract infection accounting for 30% of all deaths in childhood. Aim: To compare the effectiveness of steam inhalation vs. twin technique on respiratory function among under-five children with respiratory tract infection. Design: Quasi-experimental where …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 54–61 Read article
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Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Clay Therapy on Anxiety among Hospitalized Preschool Children at Paediatric Medical ward in Institute of Child Health and Research Centre, Government Rajaji Hospital Madurai
Abstract: Introduction Hospitalization is difficult for children of all ages. Children are in a constant process of development; in cognitive, physical, and emotional domains. The experience of illness or injury, hospitalisation and treatment impacts and inter wines with this process for each child. clay as a therapeutic tool has been effective for children in improving their problem-solving skills, cognitive development, self-esteem enhancement, decision making process, control of impulses, and anger Objectives …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 87–94 Read article
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Protection of Children during COVID-19
Abstract: Introduction: Emerging evidence from China, Europe, and the USA has shown a consistently higher risk of severe COVID-19 in older individuals and those with underlying health conditions. Severe disease is defined by the World Health Organization (WHO) as “a patient with severe acute respiratory illness (fever and at least one sign/symptom of respiratory disease, for example, cough, shortness of breath); and requiring hospitalization”. In a recent report from the USA, …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 85–88 Read article
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Case report on Juvenile Diabetes
Abstract: A young female, a known case of insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus Type 1 since 4 years, was on insulin therapy for her systemic condition. She was brought to ER with chief complaints of vomiting, cough, fever and altered level of consciousness. On examination revealed hyperglycemia of 580 mg/dl and was diagnosed to have diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). Immediately, the child was shifted to coronary care unit and the treatment was initiated. About …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 18–20 Read article
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Role of Nurse in Ensuring Normal Newborn Care
Abstract: Newborn care is an essential activity performed by each and every healthcare worker and it is animportant responsibility of every nurse to provide best care to every newborn for promotion of healthand prevention of illness/complications. Early diagnosis and prompt treatment is the basicresponsibility of every nurse along with providing health education and information regardingevidence-based methods of newborn care with importance of providing proper newborn care to everynewly mother.
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 11–15 Read article
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Prevalence and Socio-Cultural Determinants of Uterine Prolapse Among Women and Its Impact on Quality of Life
Abstract: In India, every five minutes, a woman dies of complications related to pregnancy and child birth. Among these, utero-vaginal prolapse (UP) is the most common clinical condition, especially amongst parous women. In India, almost one quarter, out of the total gynaecological admissions, suffer from UP. The general objectives of this study were to determine the prevalence and socio-cultural determinants of Uterine Prolapse at Kalinga Hospital, Bhubaneswar, during a three month …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 14–25 Read article
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Anemia in Pregnancy
Abstract: Anemia is considered a severe public health problem by World Health Organization as its prevalence is greater than 40%. It has major consequences for human health as well as social and economic development and is responsible for 20% of maternal deaths. Anemia is the reduction in circulating hemoglobin mass below the critical level. Faulty dietetic habit, faulty absorption mechanism, iron loss through excessive sweating, hookworm infestation, chronic malaria, bleeding piles …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 10–15 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Post Mastectomy Exercises on Reduction of Shoulder Pain among Mastectomy Patients in International Cancer Centre, Neyyoor at Kanyakumari District, Tamil Nadu
Abstract: The breast is the emotional symbol of a woman’s pride in her sexuality and motherliness. For many women, mastectomy is a common form of breast cancer treatment, and it constitutes threats to female beauty, sexuality and femininity. Restoration of physical appearance is very important for the women who has undergone mastectomy. The objectives of the study were to assess the pre-test and post-test level of shoulder pain, to find out …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 46–54 Read article
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Method of Pessary Insertion
Abstract: A pessary is a device. It can insert into vagina to support its internal organ. Patients with prolapsed who are asymptomatic do not require treatment, but symptomatic patients need to surgery it can help to control symptoms until surgery is performed. Patients will need to order from the manufacturer a set of fitting rings, which are sterilized between patients. The visit includes fitting the pessary, the patient having try it …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 1–2 Read article
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Women Autonomy on Prenatal Care among Bangladeshi Pregnant Women: a Qualitative Study
Abstract: Background: Women from South Asian countries have challenges related to different cultural issues. In South Asia, women have a considerably lower social status and autonomy than men which is associated with lower access of pregnancy care. It is crucial for decision-making to deciding treatment options. The literature review revealed that there is very limited study related to women autonomy on prenatal care in Bangladesh. Objective: The objective of this study …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 8–15 Read article
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Obstetric Triage Scales
Abstract: Triage is the process of prioritizing patients to provide necessary treatments in the shortest possible time. Obstetric triage is to evaluate mother and fetus for determining the care. Triaging in obstetrics is more specialized than general and trauma triage, because this involves assessing labor condition of the mother, fetal well-being, and preparing investigations and interventions for obstetric problems. Several obstetric triage acuity tools have been developed to classify patients. Obstetric …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 84–91 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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Knowledge and Practice towards Weight Reduction among Women with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Abstract: PCOS has affected 116 million women and still counting, that is about 3.4% of the entire global population, as reported by the World Health Organization (WHO) in 2012. It is a common and the leading cause of inability to get pregnant among women in their reproductive age. It is a complex phenomenon as it combines the environment, behavior, genetic, and physiological factors of health that are intertwined producing a phenotypic …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 20–32 Read article
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A Descriptive Survey to assess the Prevalence of Respectful Maternity Care: A Pilot Study
Abstract: Women need to be supported in the period of pregnancy during the process of labour and delivery. All women have right for receiving respectful maternity care. But even today woman is not aware of her right. Many health facilities especially in middle income countries women have experiences about disrespectful maternity care. Quantitative study was conducted on health facilities of India by using of descriptive survey research design. Total 30 women’s …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 8–15 Read article
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A study to assess knowledge of postnatal mothers regarding home care of low birth weight babies in selected hospital of Bhopal
Abstract: Introduction: The proper development of a baby is influenced by factors such as proper nutrition, clean environment, sufficient antenatal care, and the awareness of pregnant mothers regarding these aspects. Infants with low birth weight, which is defined as less than 2.5 kg, are at higher risk of experiencing various health issues due to the immaturity of essential organs such as the brain, lungs, heart, kidneys, and liver. These infants may …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 30–37 Read article
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Computation of Total Petroleum Hydrocarbon Percentage Reduction in Soil: Application of Grape Leaf as Bio-Stimulant for Remediation
Abstract: The potential of the grape leaf effectiveness in treating polluted soil environment was monitored on this research and the bio-stimulant was processed on two ways condition namely room-dried and sun-dried conditions. The characteristics of the bio-stimulant was checked and tested after passing through these processes for the purpose of degerming its performance in the treatment of contaminated soil environment with crude oil. Both bio-stimulants were rated excellence in handling the …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Separation Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Advanced Membrane Technologies and Materials for Sustainable Industrial Separations: Alternatives to Energy-Intensive Distillation Processes
Abstract: Distillation is one of the most widely used separation processes in the chemical, petrochemical, pharmaceutical, and food industries; however, it is also among the most energy-intensive operations, accounting for a substantial portion of global industrial energy consumption. The increasing demand for sustainable manufacturing and reduced carbon emissions has driven significant interest in membrane-based separation technologies as alternatives or complements to conventional distillation. Advanced membrane processes, including Organic Solvent Nanofiltration (OSN), …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Separation Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 32–53 Read article