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A Study to Assess the Knowledge Regarding Diet during Pregnancy among Primigravida Mothers
Abstract: A descriptive design with cross-sectional survey approach was used to assess the knowledge regarding diet during pregnancy among primigravida mothers in Maternal and Child Health Centre, Annathanappatti, Salem. 100 primigravida mothers were selected by purposive sampling technique and data was collected by using structured interview schedule. Area wise distribution of mean, SD and mean percentage of knowledge scores on diet during pregnancy among primigravida mothers shows that the highest mean …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 42–47 Read article
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Knowledge and Practice Regarding Neonatal Resuscitation among Staff Nurses Working in Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
Abstract: Nurses working in neonatal intensive care unit require competence in neonatal resuscitation; the challenges experienced by healthcare providers during this procedure are unique due to different causes of cardio-respiratory arrest. The aim of the study was to assess the knowledge and practice regarding neonatal resuscitation among staff nurses working in neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). Study design was descriptive research design; samples were selected by means of purposive sampling design. …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 69–76 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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EXPOSURE TO ADVERSE LIFE EVENTS AN ANTECEDENT OF STRESS AMONGST PREGNANT WOMEN: A CASE CONTROL STUDY FROM KERALA
Abstract: Abstract Stress amongst antenatal women is a significant determinant of adverse pregnancy outcomes of mother and fetus. Research evidences regarding the associated factors of high antenatal stress throw lights on measures permissible to promote psychological status of women during pregnancy and favours downsizing of adverse pregnancy outcomes. Objective of the study was to identify the association between negative life events and antenatal stress amongst women attending the antenatal clinics of …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 38–43 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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Awareness and Practices Regarding Diaper Rash among Mothers of Children (0–2 years)
Abstract: Hygiene is most important condition in babies as babies are more vulnerable to infection as his/her immune system is not like the immune system of adults. Diaper rash is marked by red, puffy, and tender skin in the diaper region like, buttocks, thighs, and genitals. Diaper rash is most likely to occur in infants 7–12 months old, perhaps in response to an increase in eating solid foods and dietary changes …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 22–28 Read article
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A STUDY TO ASSESS THE KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDE REGARDING TEENAGE PREGNANCY AND ITS PROBLEMS AMONG ADOLESCENT GIRLS IN SELECTED JUNIOR COLLEGES AT KHAMMAM, TELANGANA
Abstract: : A descriptive research study was conducted at selected junior colleges at khammam among adolescent girls who are in the age group of 18 - 19 years. Simple random sampling technique was adopted to select sample. Data was collected with structured questionnaire, it included socio-demographic data, knowledge questionnaire, attitude rating scale. The reliability of the tool was (r)= 0.96. Conceptual framework was adopted for the study was Pender's health promotion …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 1–11 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