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A Study on Willis Ekbom Syndrome
Abstract: Willis Ekbom Syndrome (WES) is a neurological disorder. The individual with WES had poor quality of life since the client suffer from physical and psychological problems because of lack of sleep. WES is usually seen in the middle and later-aged population and females are most affected. The condition often goes unnoticed because of less severe symptoms in the initial period and correlated with other disorders. This article details its wide …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 34–38 Read article
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Effectiveness of SIM on Care of Patient with Craniotomy among Staff Nurses Working in Neurological Units
Abstract: Craniotomy is the most common surgical treatment for various neurological disorders. It involves the greater morbidity related to a wide variety of complications. The major survivors return back with various physical, psychological, emotional, social and spiritual disabilities after a period of hospitalization and rehabilitation. According to American Association of Neuroscience Nurses, the expected outcomes of 400 supratentorial and infratentorial craniotomies were: major complications rate is 13%, operative mortality rate is …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 5–14 Read article
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Evaluate the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Swine Flu and its Management Among Staff Nurses
Abstract: Objective: To assess the knowledge regarding swine flu and its management among staff nurses. To evaluate the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge regarding swine flu and its management among staff nurses. To find the association between post -test knowledge scores with selected demographic variables. Conceptual frame work: The conceptual model for the study was based on the general system theory by Ludwig von Bertalanffy (1969). In this theory, …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 12–20 Read article
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Factors Affecting Medication Errors from Viewpoint of Iranian Registered Nurses
Abstract: Introduction: Nurses have an important rolein medication error prevention. The present study conducted to reveal the factors affecting medication errors from the viewpoint of clinical nurses in hospitals affiliated to Qazvin University of Medical Sciences.Methods: This cross-sectional study was done on 144 nurses in 2019. Nurses' inclusion criteria werebeing registered nurse, willingness to participate in study, and more than 6 months experience. Data were collected using a demographic checklist and …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Managing Exacerbation of asthma
Abstract: Asthma is an inflammatory disease of the Airways and is a common chronic health problem to school age children which affect their performance as well as quality of life call 2011 exhibitions for a series of events that it your rate the pre-existing health problems mattress paper door polish 2012 multiple factors lies Black Or Hispanic ethnicity and 48 replies lack of insurance respiratory infections allergens and improper use of …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 16–21 Read article
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A Qualitative Study to Assess the Psychosocial Stressors among Chronic Kidney Disease Patients under Hemodialysis in Selected Dialysis Unit, New Delhi
Abstract: Patient with chronic kidney disease (CKD) often have to suffer physical, psychological, social and financial problems and undertake a lot of stress and challenge while carrying themselves with the disease. Therefore, in order to understand the lived experiences and stressors faced by CKD patients undergoing hemodialysis, a qualitative study was conducted to assess the psychosocial stressors among CKD patients undergoing hemodialysis under 4 domains: Physical, Psychological Social and Financial. The …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 8–18 Read article
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Effect of Interventional Protocol for Oropharyngeal Irrigation on Prevention of Ventilator-associated Pneumonia among Intubated Patients Admitted in ICU of Selected Hospital
Abstract: Oral care is too forgotten in the physiological crises of critical illness. The problems developing from their time in intensive care unit (ICU) can cause long-term oral and nosocomial disease. Maintaining oral hygiene in critically ill patients is a key nursing obligation, and the health of a patient's mouth canbe an indicator of the quality of nursing care received. The critical care nurses can contribute the prevention of ventilator-associated pneumonia …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 39–42 Read article
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A Pre- Experimental Study to Evaluate the Effectiveness of an Interventional Package on Selected Physiological and Psychological Parameters Among Clients Undergoing Haemodialysis in a Selected Hospital, Panipat
Abstract: Background of the study: Kidney is an important organ of our body. The primary function of kidney is to regulate the volume and composition of extracellular fluid (ECF) and excrete waste products from our body. It helps in maintaining the body in a healthy state. Haemodialysis is a treatment to filter wastes and water from body’s blood. Haemodialysis helps to control blood pressure and balance electrolytes, such as potassium, sodium …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 22–34 Read article
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A study to assess effectiveness of self instructional module on knowledge regarding assessment of delirium in ICU patients in selected hospitals, Bangalore
Abstract: Introduction and objectives: Nurses give direct care to patients and spent much time with patients during hospitalization. Nurses should be vigilant to identify the delirium in ICU patients and to assess it along with medical team. Therefore the investigator felt the need to assess the effectiveness of self instructional module on knowledge regarding assessment of delirium in ICU patients among staff nurses in selected hospitals, Bangalore. Through this study investigator …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 14–26 Read article
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A Study to assess the Existing Knowledge Regarding Disaster Preparedness among Adults Residing at Haripur, Sangli District
Abstract: Disaster is a sudden calamitous event bringing great damage, loss and destruction and devastation to life and property. The damage caused by disaster varies with Geographical location, climate and a type of earth surface/degree of vulnerability. Disaster since beginning of time causing premature death impaired quality of life and altered health status. On excellent one disaster per week that requires international assistance. The recent dramatic increase in the natural disasters …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 1–3 Read article
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Do We Need Obama Care-Like Health Care
Abstract: India is a developing nation and it is advancing rapidly in medical sciences and technology, when it comes to public health care scenario, India lags far behind developed nations in the public health arena. The article in Forbes says that with drinking water, adequate nutrition, sanitation and access to health care being longstanding challenges. The high rise of advanced technology involved in the diagnostic procedure, in the Medicare both invasive …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 7–8 Read article
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A Study to Assess Bowel Pattern, its Associated Factors and Impact on Clinical Outcomes among Critically ill Patients Admitted in ICUs of a Tertiary Care Hospital, Ludhiana, Punjab
Abstract: Background: Defecation and gastrointestinal motility functions are important in critically ill patients as they affect the quality of life. However, scant attention has been given to abnormal bowel pattern in critically ill patients. Aim: The objective of the present study was to assess bowel pattern, its associated factors, and impact on clinical outcomes among critically ill patients. Methods: A prospective cohort study was conducted on 50 critically ill patients who …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 9–17 Read article
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Effects of Swallowing and Oral Care Intervention on Reducing Postextubation Dysphagia among Critically Ill Patients
Abstract: Background: Endotracheal Intubation (ETI) is a life-sustaining technique required for critically ill patients to support mechanical ventilation. However, postextubation dyphagia is a common complication of ETI. Postextubation dysphagia negatively affects patients’ outcomes, leading to delayed recommencement of oral intake, poor quality of life, aspiration pneumonia, longer ICU and hospital stays, and increased 90-day mortality. Moreover, the high economic burdens on public health care systems. Early identification of patients at risk …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 39–51 Read article
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Effect of Conventional vs. Multimedia Aid Regarding Informed Consent for Central Venous Catheter Insertion on Anxiety and Satisfaction among Patients Admitted in Selected Areas of A Tertiary Care Hospital, Ludhiana, Punjab
Abstract: Central venous catheter insertion is a very invasive procedure for prolonged administration of medication, parental fluids and blood products. Patients are involved in decision making regarding this procedure. The term Informed consent is used to discuss with patients complete, clear and easy to understand information about a medical procedure or surgical process in clinical settings or hospitals. Multimedia patient decision aid have been heavily utilized as supplemental educational tools instead …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 28–31 Read article
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Knowledge Based Teaching Regarding Care of Pressure Sores among Care Givers of Non-ambulatory Patients
Abstract: Background: Pressure ulcer presents a major health challenge worldwide. The presence of pressure ulcer creates a number of significant difficulties physically, psychologically, and clinically to patients, care givers and their families. Pressure ulcer represents a major burden of sickness and reduces quality of life for patients, their care givers and families. Pressure ulcers are easier to prevent than to treat. Objective: This study aimed to assess the effectiveness of a …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 18–22 Read article
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Effectiveness of Comprehensive Intervention on Sepsis-Related Organ Failure Assessment (SOFA) Upon the Knowledge and Practice Among Nurses
Abstract: Background: Sepsis is the body's overpowering and potentially fatal response to infection, which can result in tissue damage, organ failure, and death. To put it another way, it is the body's overactive and toxic response to infection. The immune system typically works to fight pathogens to prevent infection (bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites). As an infection arises, the immune system will attempt to combat it with the aid of medication …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 34–43 Read article
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A Study to Determine the Effectiveness of Laughter Therapy in Reduction of Depression among Elderly People at Selected Old Age Homes in Amritsar, Punjab
Abstract: Laughter is beneficial for one’s health. The study of humor and laughter and its psychological and physiological effects on the human body is called Glottology. WHO reports highlighted that there are currently about 6000 million elderly person. In India there are 76 million elderly people constituting 7.7% of the total population. These data represent a demographic revolution and require the immediate attention to challenge and opportunities. The disease process has …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 6–19 Read article
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Prediction Models on Causing Factors for Delirium in Intensive Care Unit Patients
Abstract: This study aims to screen high-risk group for delirium in the intensive care unit by building optimal prediction models over multidimensional analysis of the factors causing delirium in intensive care unit patients, with providing the theoretical foundation for the development of protocols for delirium prevention and management in such patients. The data were collected over the electronic medical records by 3781 patients who were admitted to the medical/ surgical intensive …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 13–24 Read article
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Delay in Seeking Mental Health: Concept Analysis
Abstract: Objective: Delay seeking mental health has been mentioned in passive mode hence this concept wants to realise when we can say there is delay. Around the world management of mental conditions is being taken as a priority, but the background of when these conditions started has not been dealt on much. Methods: A concept analysis of delay in seeking mental health services was done using 8 steps of Walker and …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 39–46 Read article
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Mental health problems of Adolescents
Abstract: Adolescence is a unique developmental period during which major physical, psychological and social changes occur. Adolescents are very conscious of their personal appearance which changes considerably due to sexual and physiological changes. Some adolescents are at greater risk of mental health conditions due to their living conditions, stigma, discrimination or exclusion, or lack of access to quality support and services. Nursing professionals can make significant contributions to health promotions among …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 80–84 Read article