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Comprehensive Review on Hypotension: Causes, Management, and Implications
Abstract: Hypotension, characterized by a decrease in systolic blood pressure below 100 and diastolic blood pressure below 60 mm Hg, poses a significant medical concern due to its various causes and potential complications. This review seeks to offer an extensive summary of hypotension, encompassing its varied causes and multifaceted contributing elements. The causes encompass a broad spectrum, ranging from lifestyle-related factors such as prolonged standing and dehydration to medication-induced hypotension. Underlying …
Published in International Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 20–24 Read article
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Assessment of the Availability of Maternal Health Services Among Tribal Communities of Kerala
Abstract: The present study was conducted to assess the Availability of maternal health services among tribal communities of Kerala. Quantitative approach with descriptive research design was used. The sample consisted of heads of the health institutions from Attappadi tribal area, Palakkad district, consecutive sampling technique or total enumerative sampling was used in this study. The tool was used semi-structured interview schedule. The data related to availability of maternal health services collected …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 30–37 Read article
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Robotic Surgery in Healthcare Setting: Application, Current Advancements, and Future Perspectives of Robotic Surgery
Abstract: Robotic surgery, utilizing computer-controlled robots, has transformed minimally invasive procedures. This review delves into its evolution, applications, and future impact on healthcare. The Da Vinci system is globally employed, providing surgeons’ precision and flexibility. Originating in the late 1980s, robotic surgery has expanded across clinical domains. Specialized training is essential for surgeons entering this field. Various types of robotic surgeries offer benefits such as smaller incisions, quicker recovery, and improved …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 47–52 Read article
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Sustainable Development of Infrastructure in India: Understanding Catalyst and Challenges
Abstract: The sustainable development of infrastructure plays a pivotal role in the overall economic growth and well-being of a nation. In the case of India, the world's second-most populous country after China, the challenge of high population density necessitates substantial infrastructure to cater to the needs of its people. Despite notable progress in infrastructure development, there is a conspicuous absence of comprehensive policies and a long-term vision. This absence undermines the …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2024 Read article
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The Future of Nursing Education: Harnessing the Power of Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCEs)
Abstract: Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) is a structured and systematic assessment method widely used to evaluate clinical skills, knowledge, communication, decision-making, and professional competencies among nursing students. Effective implementation of OSCEs requires nursing faculty to possess adequate knowledge, confidence, and practical skills related to examination planning, station development, administration, and evaluation. This study aimed to develop a comprehensive handbook on OSCEs and assess its impact on the knowledge, attitude, and …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 12–16 Read article
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Passive cooling Techniques in Ancient Indian Buildings-A study
Abstract: The long-established historic architecture is known for providing cool indoor climatic conditions to its occupants using passive and natural cooling methods. It is therefore becoming very important to recognize the passive cooling Technique used in these ancient architectures. This paper thus tries to study some examples of Ancient Mughal architecture. Their building elements as a part of the important passive cooling methods. It has been found that natural ventilation and …
Published in International Journal of Architectural Heritage · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 11–20 Read article
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Continuum of Settlement Pattern in Karaikal in the Perspective of Conservation
Abstract: Karaikal is the small town built in the northern banks of Arasalar river in the former kingdom of Thanjore, Tamil Nadu. Now it is the major port town in the union territory of Pondicherry. The evolution of human settlement in Karaikal has been passed through many phases starting from early Dravidian to the present urban settlement. In-between, Karaikal was under many dynasties like Pallavas, Cholas, Khilji, French, Dutch, English and …
Published in International Journal of Architectural Heritage · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 21–30 Read article
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Smart and Self-sufficient Villages as Backbone to Development: A Case of Indian Heritage Architecture
Abstract: Fast pace of urban development supported by high rate of migration is a threat to sustainability of villages for developing countries like India that is primarily based on agriculture. On one hand, pressure on urban system is increasing multifold and on the other hand, villages are in a dying state of condition. Limited economic opportunities, lack of infrastructure facilities, inefficient performance of central or state level beneficiary provisions and insensitive …
Published in International Journal of Architectural Heritage · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 36–57 Read article
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Review of the Oldest Museum of India: The Indian Museum of Kolkata
Abstract: A museum is more than a collection of art, sculptures or treasures. Rather it is a repository of the history of extinct species and their cultures. “Real museums are places where Time is transformed into Space.” (Orhan Pamuk, ,2008) Museums organise the world according to how we view it changing, such as from colonialism to modernism. The Indian Museum in Kolkata is the world's oldest and biggest multidisciplinary museum, serving …
Published in International Journal of Architectural Heritage · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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The Ashokan Minor Rock Edict in Bahapur, Delhi
Abstract: The major purpose of writing this research paper is to analyse why the Minor Rock Edict of the Mauryan Emperor Ashoka has been engraved on a small hillock of Bahapur only, near Srinivaspuri in Kalkaji, Delhi. Initially this site came to the notice of a contractor of Delhi, Shri Jung Bahadur, who came to the inscribed rock which was planned to be blasted for the development of a residential colony …
Published in International Journal of Architectural Heritage · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 26–30 Read article
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Climate Responsive Building Construction: An Analysis
Abstract: Climate is the prevailing meteorological condition in a given region. It is a measure of the average pattern of variation in elements such as temperature, humidity, solar radiation and wind over long periods of time. The design of pleasant buildings that safeguard physiological comfort of users is attained through an understanding of the climate and the human responsive systems. One of the greatest challenges facing human society in the 21st …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 11–15 Read article
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Benefits and Challenges of Urbanization and Low Carbon Energy Needs in India
Abstract: Urbanization is increasing very rapidly in India chiefly due to various driving sources related to social, economic and political. It has offered improved quality of life, access to conveniences and economic opportunities for many. Though, this has been accompanied by contests that comprise inadequate energy, lack of urban infrastructure, and poor delivery of basic services, ensuing in undesirable environmental influences, congestion, and urban sprawl. Urbanization in India has placed incredible …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Increase the Shear Strength of Soil by Partial Replacement of Fly Ash
Abstract: Soil is the foundation for any civil engineering structures. It is required to bear the loads without failure. In some places, soil may be weak which cannot resist the oncoming loads. In such cases, soil stabilization is needed, numerous methods are available in the literature for soil stabilization. In this study, fly ash was mixed with clay soil to investigate the relative strength gain in terms of Vane shear test, …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 59–77 Read article
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Effects of Air Pollutants
Abstract: Air pollution has become an emerging global concern which in itself is a multi-dimensional phenomenon. Air pollution has various direct or indirect effects from primary and secondary air pollutants. Its effect on human health is highly essential to know with cause effect relationship. An effort has been made by the authors in the present paper to highlight the effects of such air pollutants on human being in order to formulate …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 4–9 Read article
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Development of Job Roles for Construction Workers working with Fly Ash Products
Abstract: A grey material generated as a bi-product in coal based thermal power plants, known as Fly Ash. Fly Ash is recognized as an environmental pollutant. Considerable researches are been undertaken to utilize it in various forms to reduce its adverse impacts on the environment. The construction industry is one of the leading industry that shows tremendous potential of soaking a large amount of Fly Ash. The construction industry consumes Fly …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 14–28 Read article
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Sludge as a Raw Material for Manufacturing of Bricks
Abstract: Dumping of sewage sludge is one of the leading problems of sewage treatment plant. Thus, productively using of sewage sludge for manufacturing of bricks can be a better option to minimize the sludge disposal problems as well as save natural resources required for manufacturing of conventional bricks. Our work focuses on the conversion of the sludge into a construction material and use as a raw material for bricks and also …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 57–60 Read article
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Study of Self-healing Biomimetic materials and their roles in repairing building cracks in Warm and Humid climate in India
Abstract: The plant and the animal kingdom have an intrinsic property through which they have the ability of self-healing themselves to survive against any injuries or defects. Self-healing biomimetic materials are those that have been inspired by this self-repairing property of Nature and they tend to incorporate natural elements in the material itself that ultimately leads to more sustainable and even regenerative buildings. In this paper, the different types of self-healing …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 11–24 Read article
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Sustainable Use of Greywater
Abstract: The shortage of fresh water is one of the major issues in different parts of India which require our attention for conservation of sustainable water. The natural resources of potable water are becoming insufficient to satisfy day to day demand. Peoples are searching solutions in different ways to get out of this terrible situation. The treatment and reuse of gray water is one of the promising step for preservation of …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 51–57 Read article
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Green Bye Laws : Bye laws used by development authorities under the Green scrutiny. A comparative study of a typical built fabric in Delhi NCR with Case study of Naya bans, an urban village in Noida
Abstract: Bye laws are the guidelines for urbanization in India. The policy vision behind bye laws creates equal opportunity for land ownership, within a development authority. This opportunity is projected through bye laws as per plot sizes and is regulated per unit area of land through restrictions on FAR, ground cover, parking, height restrictions and fire safety. Per capita, density and per square feet is the basis and it is regulated …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 24–31 Read article
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ESSENCE OF BUILDING INTELLIGENCE FOR BUILDING SELF RECOGNITION
Abstract: This study relies on autonomous logical thinking about the reification of building intelligence since around 1988 to build and fight the Building Intelligence Framework (BIF). The "intelligent interior design framework" is a model of a consolidated normal language preparing and visual scene creation framework, with a specialist framework at its middle, which acts in the area of inside plan. There is no generally applicable definition for intelligent building ideas, but …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 32–39 Read article