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Steven johnson Syndrome
Abstract: Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS) is an immune-complex–mediated hypersensitivity complex that typically involves the skin and the mucous membranes. While minor presentations may occur, significant involvement of oral, nasal, eye, vaginal, urethral, gastrointestinal, and lower respiratory tract mucous membranes may develop during the illness. GI and respiratory involvement may progress to necrosis. Stevens-Johnson syndrome is a serious systemic disorder with the potential for severe morbidity and even death.
Published in International Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 13–16 Read article
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Posttraumatic Stress Experience after Myocardial Infarction among Patient with MI
Abstract: A study was conducted to assess the posttraumatic stress experience after myocardial infarction among patient with MI admitted in tertiary care hospital at Bangalore. Methodology: Nonexperimental descriptive design and survey approach was used. In this study, structured interview questionnaire was adapted to collect the data. The study was carried out in Vivas Cardiac Hospital at Bangalore with 60 myocardial infarction patients were selected using nonprobability purposive sampling technique. Collected data …
Published in International Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 1–3 Read article
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A review:The Arterial blood pressure and its regulation
Abstract: In day to day era, hypertension is becoming a very common disorder affecting a large number of people. The human body is an incredibly complex machine which maintains important physiological parameters such as temperature, blood pressure, pH, and blood sugar levels in narrow ranges. An important parameter that must be kept within the normal range for biological health is blood pressure. In response to certain situations, a series of actions …
Published in International Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 33–38 Read article
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The Cardiac Cycle: A Review
Abstract: The cardiac cycle is a vital bodily function and one needs to understand its anatomy and physiology to assess the risks of heart failure. The heart is one of the vital organs which are due mostly to stay alive. Similar mechanical pumps are invented and built to play the role of the heart in patients, but the efficacy of these pumps is not as such as that of the heart …
Published in International Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 48–53 Read article
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Nursing Challenges in Care of Patient with Transcatheter Tricuspid Valve-in-Ring Implantation with Infective Endocarditis
Abstract: Tricuspid regurgitation may not have symptoms or may have vague symptoms until it is severe.Untreated, severe tricuspid regurgitation may have poor prognosis. Pacemaker lead associatedInfective endocarditis is a serious complication of pacemaker lead implantation. Transcatheter heartvalve (THV) therapies provide hope to patients who have high risk for surgical valve replacement. Themode of treatment is chosen based on the nature of the disease, hemodynamic stability, severity of thedisease, organism causing infection. …
Published in International Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Advancements in Understanding and Managing Myocardial Infarction: A Comprehensive Review
Abstract: A myocardial infarction, often known as a heart attack, is a severe health issue characterized by a sudden reduction in blood flow to a part of the heart muscle, leading to the impairment or demise of cardiac cells. This occurs when the coronary arteries, responsible for delivering oxygenated blood to the heart, become blocked, typically due to the formation of a clot within them. The clinical manifestation of a myocardial …
Published in International Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 25–30 Read article
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A study to evaluate the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on progressive muscle relaxation with deep breathing exercise on sleep pattern among elderly persons in a selected village of the Palakkad town
Abstract: Everyone experiences an occasional restless night. But for those who toss and turn repeatedly, the inefficiency to sleep can be a cause of intense frustration and may even have serious problem. Sleep is equally necessary like as air, water or food. We need continuous and peaceful sleep to regain energy, feel rejuvenate and maintain our health and prosperity. Normal sleep patterns are spoiling, affecting both sleeping and waking hours. Sleep …
Published in International Journal of Geriatric Nursing · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 31–35 Read article
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Effectiveness of Breathing Exercises on Stress Reduction among Old Age People
Abstract: Stress is the tear and wears on the body reasoned by continual adjustment to an individual's changing environment. Anything that causes change in our life produces stress. Aging is a natural process. Old age should be regarded as a normal inescapable biological phenomenon. As people become aged, the ability to gain a relaxation response after a stressful event or meeting becomes more difficult. Aging may simply wear out the systems …
Published in International Journal of Geriatric Nursing · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Effect of Brain Boosting Activities on Age-related Memory Impairment among Elderly Residing at Selected Old Age Homes, Jammu
Abstract: Background of the study: Every man‘s memory is his private literature. Memories are all we really own. According to Cicero memory is the treasury and guardian of all things. Most of us consider it to be wonderful to have a perfect memory. In general our memory serves amazingly well. Nevertheless at times we may have trouble recalling the name of someone we know well, where we read an interesting article, …
Published in International Journal of Geriatric Nursing · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 27–68 Read article
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Hypoglycemia Induced Hemichorea (HpogC): A Case Report
Abstract: Background: Hypoglycemia is a rare cause of movement disorders. An 80 year-old woman presented with worsening choreiform and dancing like movements due to hypoglycemia. Case presentation: 80 year old woman newly diagnosed hemichorea with involuntary movement of right hand and leg and her RBS and serum creatinine were 56 mg/dl and 1.85 mg/dl respectively. The patient’s Computed Tomography of brain was normal with the exception of age related atrophy. All …
Published in International Journal of Geriatric Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 1–3 Read article
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Translation to Elderly Medicine: What We Require Now
Abstract: The world is now facing a pandemic, which has consumed millions of lives and has caused serious setbacks and deteriorations in the profile of developed countries. It is for the first-time that the efficiency, quality, standard and operational realism of the existing health care system is tested to such an extreme extent. The identified deficiencies are now believed to be rectified by instituting prevention strategies, purchase of medical equipment, lockdowns, …
Published in International Journal of Geriatric Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 20–23 Read article
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EFFECTS OF HORMONAL THERAPY ON POST MENOPAUSAL WOMEN IT: A REVIEW ARTICLE
Abstract: Objectives: To replace the estrogen that your body stops making during menopause and allow women who choose therapies such as hormone replacement therapy and have taken much interest in improving lifestyle during postmenopausal period. For the benefit of women’s health in relation to hormone replacement treatment and its impact on the body and mind as well as cognitive support and functions in postmenopausal women has been shifting dramatically over the …
Published in International Journal of Geriatric Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 28–31 Read article
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Menopause: Lifestyle Modifications to Improve Quality of Life—An Overview
Abstract: Menopause is the period that symbols the termination of menstrual series and it is identified later when individual has gone 12 months without a menstruation. Menopause approximately could occur by 40 or 50 years of age, but the mean age is 51 years in the USA. A woman's change from being fertile to infertile during menopause is a bio-psychosocial event. it is termed as the enduring stoppage of menstruation and …
Published in International Journal of Geriatric Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 29–33 Read article
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Comprehensive Assessment in Hypertension Management for Older Adults: Exploring Fitness Records, Common Conditions, and Blood Pressure Evaluation
Abstract: This study explores the importance of comprehensive assessment in the management of hypertension among older adults. The assessment process involves evaluating fitness records, assessing common conditions, and measuring blood pressure. By understanding the patient's medical history, including familial predispositions, healthcare providers can better tailor interventions and treatment plans. Common conditions associated with hypertension, such as target organ damage, are also assessed to identify potential complications. Accurate blood pressure measurements serve …
Published in International Journal of Geriatric Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 11–17 Read article
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Telecare and Palliative Care
Abstract: Digital technologies offer new opportunities for the transformation of the health care system, including new approaches to personalized prevention, treatment and care, independent living, integrated health and social care, accelerated scientific advances in early diagnosis and disease prevention. Home health care, which involves a complex and responsible service, is provided by nurses licensed to work independently. The goals of home health care are to enable patients to take care of …
Published in International Journal of Geriatric Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 26–33 Read article
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Nutritional Status and Morbidity Pattern of Girls Residing at Selected Female Halls in Tangail District, Bangladesh
Abstract: Health and nutritional status of the hostel girls were observed during the January 2014 to December 2014 as a cross sectional study. A total number of 350 girls at the age of 18-25 years old were taken from the university girls’ hostel for the assessment of health, nutritional and morbidity status. A semi structured questionnaire was used to collect relevant information. In this study it was observed that 35.7% girls …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 1, Issue 1-2, 2015 · pp. 8–14 Read article
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A Descriptive Study to Assess the Knowledge and Attitude Regarding Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative Policy among Staff Nurses in Selected Hospitals at Amritsar
Abstract: The first stage in the start of life is breastfeeding. The first opportunity for promoting it should occur in the health services, the antenatal clinics and the delivery room; just after the birth, the health workers being responsible for this act, as they should ensure practices and training that promote, protect and support breastfeeding. The present study objective was “to assess the knowledge and attitude regarding baby friendly hospital initiative …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 1, Issue 1-2, 2015 · pp. 18–27 Read article
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Immediate Hypersensitivity Reactions: Causes, Treatment and Prevention
Abstract: Hypersensitivity alludes to unnecessary, undesirable (harming, distress creating and some of the time lethal) responses delivered by the typical insusceptible framework. Extreme hypersensitivity responses require a pre-sharpened (safe) condition of the host. Immediate hypersensitivity is a quick IgE-and pole cell-intervened vascular and smooth muscle reaction that happens in hereditarily defenseless people upon introduction to certain ecological antigens to which they have been beforehand uncovered. These responses are otherwise called sensitivities, …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 10–14 Read article
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Onion - A Miraculous Vegetable
Abstract: Onions are miraculous vegetables that are low in calories but rich in beneficial nutrients like vitamins, minerals and antioxidants and also possess folate, magnesium, phosphorus, fructans, selenium, chromium and antioxidants, quercetin and sulphur. Its health benefits are enormous. Its high fibre content, organosulphur compounds, antioxidants like quercetin and vitamin C exhibits an anticancerous action through inhibition of tumor growth, mutagenesis, free radical formation and exerting toxic effects on cancer cells. …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 15–18 Read article
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Therapeutic Massage useful for Diabetes Mellitus Patients
Abstract: Diabetes is a chronic condition that mainly occurs when the pancreas does not produce enough insulin or the body cannot effectively use the insulin it produced by hyperglycemia and other related disorders in the body’s metabolism can lead to serious damage to many of the body systems especially nerves and blood vessels. Diabetic complications are classified in to two major categories like acute and chronic. Diabetes patients use therapeutic massage …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 38–41 Read article