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Association of Caffeine Consumption and Self-Rated Health among Young and Older Adults
Abstract: Background: European Food Safety Authority (EFSA 2015) reported that moderate daily caffeine consumption at levels up to 400 mg/day do not raise safety concerns and not associated with adverse effects in healthy adult population, while, high levels of caffeine consumption have been linked to a variety of illnesses such as cancer, heart disease, and diabetes. Despite these findings, there remains a gap in research relating to whether caffeine consumption adversely …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 40–61 Read article
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A Study to Evaluate the Effectiveness of Simulation on Newborn Care Among III Year B.Sc. Nursing Students of SDM Institute of Nursing Sciences, Sattur, Dharwad, Karnataka
Abstract: Background of the Study: Essential newborn care is a critical skill for professional nurses, who must understand and follow various steps in the care provided for a newborn after delivery and which extended till the discharge of mother and baby, to assure the newborn safety. This care is mainly divided into two: immediate care and ongoing care. The care which is provided immediately after birth within 24 hours is immediate …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 64–69 Read article
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A quasi experimental study was conducted to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching programme regarding the knowledge about cataract among the patients admitted in ophthalmic ward of Dr. S.M.C.S.I Medical College and Hospital, Karakonam
Abstract: A quasi-experimental study was conducted to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching programme regarding the knowledge about cataract among the patients admitted in ophthalmic ward of Dr. Somervell Memorial CSI Medical College and Hospital, Karakonam. Objectives of the study: (1). To assess the knowledge level regarding cataract and its management among cataract patients in the ophthalmic ward. (2.) To determine the association between level of awareness of cataract patients with …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 18–23 Read article
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A study to Assess Moral Distress and its Contributing Factors to Patient Care Among Staff Nurses Working in a Selected Govt. Hospital, West Bengal
Abstract: A descriptive study was conducted to evaluate moral distress felt by staff nurses, identifying the contributing factors regarding moral distress, determining association between moral distress and selected demographic variables & identifying correlation between moral distress and contributing factors. The conceptual framework adopted for the study is based on Betty Neuman’s system Model.140 nursing personnel were selected as sample through non probability purposive sampling technique. The setting was Medical College and …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 75–82 Read article
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Knowledge Regarding Child Abuse Among Mothers of Preschoolers
Abstract: The present study was aimed to assess the knowledge regarding child abuse among the mothers of preschoolers. The objectives of the study were to assess the knowledge regarding child abuse among the mothers of preschoolers and to find the association between knowledge regarding child abuse among the mothers of preschoolers with selected demographic variables. The study was based on health belief model. The research design adopted for the study was …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 26–29 Read article
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Effectiveness of an Educational Intervention on Body Mechanics and its Importance Among Staff Nurses at Nekemte Referral Hospital, Wollega Oromia Region, Ethiopia
Abstract: Practicing body mechanic technique is a very important aspect to protect the nurses from occupational related musculoskeletal injuries while performing the strenuous activities such as lifting, moving and transferring the patient. Objectives: The aim of the study is to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching program on knowledge regarding body mechanics and its importance among staff nurses at Nekemte Referral Hospital, Wollega, Oromia region, Ethiopia. Methodology: An institutional based one-group …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Study to Assess Knowledge and Utilization Regarding Ayushman Bharat Yojna among Adults
Abstract: Introduction: Ayushman Bharat Yojna or Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojna or National Health Protection Scheme is a national scheme that aimed at making necessary intervention in Primary, Secondary and Tertiary Health care system, in a holistic fashion. It was launched in 2018 under the agencies of Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, India. Aim of the study: The present study is aimed to assess the knowledge and utilization regarding Ayushman …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 30–35 Read article
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To Assess the Knowledge Level of Mothers of Under Five Children on Prevention of Acute Respiratory Infection
Abstract: The purpose of the study was to assess the knowledge of the mothers because mother’s knowledge regarding the prevention of ARI was very much important in reducing mortality rate in children. Quantitative research approach with non-experimental research design was used in the study. The study was conducted in general pediatric ward of Taluk hospital, Parassala. The demographic data was collected by face to face interview method held with the mothers. …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 30–34 Read article
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Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Information Booklet on Knowledge and Attitude Regarding Ill Effects of Consanguineous Marriage Among Students at a Selected Higher Secondary School, Ratnagiri District
Abstract: Background and objectives: The adolescent contribute total 30% of the population and they need information regarding ill effects of consanguineous marriage which helps them in selecting their life partner in a healthier way and indirectly prevents the birth of defected/diseased children to certain extent. This enhances the health of the family/community as well as the nation. Objectives: (1) To assess the existing knowledge of HSC students regarding ill effects of …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 13–25 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Knowledge among Mothers of under-Five Children Regarding Selected Behavioural Problems in Urban Community
Abstract: Children are our future and our most precious resources. The quality of tomorrow’s world and perhaps even its survival will be determined by the development of children today. Normal children are healthy, happy and well adjusted. This adjustment is developed by providing basic emotional needs along with physical and physiological needs for the mental wellbeing. Early childhood is the critical period in behaviour formation. Behavioural problems refer to the deviation …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 12–27 Read article
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A Descriptive Study to Assess the Knowledge and Attitude among Mothers of Infants Regarding Weaning Practices in Selected Rural Communities, Jalandhar
Abstract: A non-experimental, descriptive design was adopted; convenient sampling technique was used to select 100 subjects based on certain pre determined criteria. The data generated by using investigator developed structured interview schedule, content validity of investigator developed tool was obtained from experts of related departments. The mothers of infants knowledge and attitude was assessed by using investigator developed questionnaire and Likert scale. The reliability of the tool was determined by using …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 12–23 Read article
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Effectiveness of Planned Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding National Nutritional Programme for Children among Anganwadi Workers from Selected Anganwadi Centres at Mangalore Rural Area
Abstract: Nutrition play a very important role in maintaining proper growth and development among the children’s under the age of 6 years. Anganwadis are the part of Indian public health care system which mainly focus on implementing various health care activities to prevent malnutrition among pre-schoolers especially in rural or village areas with the help of anganwadi workers. The main objectives of the study was to assess the effectiveness of planned …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 24–30 Read article
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KNOWLEDGE LEVEL OF PRIMIGRAVIDA MOTHERS REGARDING EXCLUSIVE BREAST FEEDING: AN EVALUATIVE SURVEY APPROACH
Abstract: The critical aspect of child health and survival is infant and young child feeding. The purpose of the study was to assess the knowledge level of primigravida mothers regarding exclusive breast feeding. Quantitative research approach (evaluative survey approach) with non-experimental research design was used for the study. By non-probability convenient sampling method 30 samples were selected. Data was collected by using a structured questionnaire. Assurance was given to each study …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Evaluation of a Structured Teaching Program Impact on Pediatric Staff Nurses’ Knowledge Regarding Application of New Ballard’s Score
Abstract: The Ballard score is a calculator to assess the gestational maturity of your newborn in the first 24 hours. A unified system has been developed that enables physicians and other health care professionals to rapidly and accurately classify all newborns and identify high-risk neonates. Our study aimed to evaluate the impact of a structured teaching program on the knowledge of pediatric staff nurses in a selected multispecialty hospital in Wayanad …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 16–23 Read article
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Knowledge and Attitude Regarding Episiotomy Wound Care Among Third Trimester Primigravida Mothers
Abstract: The study was conducted to assess knowledge and attitude regarding episiotomy wound care among third trimester primigravida mothers in selected hospitals, Amritsar, in a view to develop health education pamphlets The study adopted a descriptive survey approach. The Non-probability convenience sampling technique was used and size was 100 third trimester primigravida mothers. The tool consists of 3 sections, section 1 consists of demographic variables, and section 2 consists of a …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 12–21 Read article
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Knowledge Regarding Care of Low Birth Weight Babies Among Final Year GNM Students of a Selected Nursing College in Belgaum, Karnataka
Abstract: A descriptive study was conducted among 30 final year GNM students who met the inclusion criteria. The objectives of the study were to assess the knowledge of final year GNM students regarding care of low birth weight babies by using structured knowledge questionnaire and to find the association between knowledge score and selected demographic variables. Convenient sampling technique was used for selecting the sample and a descriptive design was adopted. …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Level of Knowledge on Selected Alternative and Complementary Modalities of Pain Relief During the First Stage of Labour Among the Staff Nurses in a View to Develop Health Education Booklet in Selected Maternity Hospitals, Amritsar
Abstract: Motherhood is one of life’s greatest blessings. But the mother also has to go through enormous pain during this process. Childbirth is a significant, though stressful event. Alternative and complementary modalities during delivery would lead to relaxation and consequently rapid and easy delivery. Midwives are the primary care takers throughout the process of labour. Hence, they should be educated about these modalities. The aim of study is to assess the …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 79–87 Read article
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An Exploratory Study on Late Marriage Among Female Students Studying in Selected Colleges of Dera Bassi, District Mohali, Punjab
Abstract: Purposes: To assess the knowledge regarding health consequences of late marriage, to assess the attitude toward late marriage, to explore the factors leading to late marriage and to find the association between knowledge and attitude regarding late marriage among female students and their selected demographic variables. Materials and methods: A nonexperimental exploratory study was done by taking 150 female students selected by systematic random sampling technique in selected colleges of …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 88–115 Read article
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Magnitude of unwanted pregnancy and associated factors among young female students of Mettu University
Abstract: Introduction: Unwanted pregnancy poses a major and continuing social and health challenge in Africa, accounting for more than a quarter of the 40 million pregnancies that occur annually in the region. Objective: The main aim of this study was to assess the prevalence of unwanted pregnancy and its associated factors among young female students of Mettu University, 2017. Methods: An institution based cross sectional descriptive study design was used. A …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 7–12 Read article
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A Study to Assess The Effectiveness Of Self Instruction Module On Pregnancy And Childbirth Among Adolescent Boys In Selected College At Mangalore
Abstract: Introduction: Adolescence is a developmental stage of tremendous biological, social and cognitive change. Pregnancy and childbirth represent major events for both men and women. Care during pregnancy and childbirth is an essential part of modern healthcare. Male involvement or men’s participation is one of the ten elements of reproductive health.. As adolescents are vulnerable group, there is an urgency for equipping adolescent boys with adequate knowledge on reproductive health. Objectives …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 45–51 Read article