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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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Epilepsia Partialis Continua Secondary to Rasmussen Encephalitis: A Rare Presentation
Abstract: The case report describes the disease condition of a 7-year-old female who was pre-morbidly a normal child, and was apparently well before 6 months when she developed a fever which was intermittent, high grade, and not associated with chills and partially responding to medication. Fever has been onoff throughout the course of illness but has reduced significantly over the last 2 months. Gradually, she started showing symptoms of deviation of …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 45–51 Read article
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Self Reported Side Effects of Prophylactic Hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) Usage among Health Care Workers (HCWs) during the Initial Phase of COVID-19 Outbreak
Abstract: Background: Hydroxychloroquine has been widely administered to patients with Covid-19 without robust evidence supporting its use. The rising burden of Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) has led to the mass use of hydroxychloroquine by healthcare workers (HCWs). Side effect of this drug when used as prophylaxis is not well known in the literature. Methods: A cross-sectional online survey was carried out using a Google form containing questionnaire on different organ systems. Google …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Program on Knowledge Regarding Effect of Junk Food on Mucosal Layer of GI Tract Among Nursing Students in Selected Nursing Colleges at Bengaluru
Abstract: Background: Junk food is high in calories, sodium, and fat. Numerous health issues might be attributed to eating junk food in excess. Teenagers who consume junk food may be unable to eat a balanced meal at home or at school. Teenagers all throughout the world now frequently eat meals like Maggi noodles, burgers, pao-bhaji, sandwiches, hot dogs, patties, pastries, pop-corn, potato chips, carbonated beverages, biscuits, muffins, toast, kulcha-channa, samosa, and …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 27–38 Read article
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Study to Evaluate Self-instructional Module on Diabetic Foot Ulcer Prevention Knowledge and Attitude in Selected Tripura Diabetic Patients
Abstract: Introduction and objectives of the study: Today's medical profession faces the "ice berg" disease of diabetes mellitus in India, the "Diabetic Capital of the World". Globally, diabetes is one of the biggest public health issues of the 21st century. It is expected that 578 million people would have diabetes by 2030 and 700 million by 2045. Foot ulcers are the scariest diabetic complication. Up to 25% of diabetics get foot …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 19–29 Read article
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Effectiveness of SIM on Knowledge Regarding Telemedicine among the Staff Nurses
Abstract: Background: In India, majority of the population (nearly 75%) resides in rural areas where there are restricted opportunities for providing healthcare due to limitations in terms of infrastructure, facility, manpower and funds. Telemedicine offers one of the best options for delivering healthcare among rural and geographical distant populations across the country. The study was undertaken to assess the knowledge regarding Telemedicine among Staff Nurses because Staff Nurses serve as a …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 14–19 Read article
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A Quasi-Experimental Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Self-Informational Module Regarding Knowledge and Attitude of Child Adoption among Infertile Couple in Selected Infertility Clinics in Punjab
Abstract: The birth of a child brings immense happiness to the parents and the whole family. However, couples who are infertile remain elusive to this happiness. Though there are different treatment strategies to overcome this problem, but these methods also remain futile in certain cases. Such couples should plan for adoption, which can also be a form of rehabilitation for the child as well. This study was done to assess the …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 28–60 Read article
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Are nurses aware regarding danger signs of labour? A cross- sectional screening in a tertiary care centre in north India”
Abstract: : Awareness of danger signs during labour is one of the essential aspects of maternal well being that enhances early diagnosis and treatment as it augments reduction in maternal and infant mortality. The objective of the study was to assess the knowledge regarding danger signs of labour among the nurses and to find out the association between the selected demographic variables and their knowledge score. A cross sectional descriptive research …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 19–23 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Structure Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Intravenous Cannulation Management and, It’s Complication among Staff Nurses in Selected Hospital Mahesana City
Abstract: Background -Intravenous cannulation is a method in which a cannula is located inside a vein to deliver venous admittance. Venous access allows sampling of blood, as well as administration of fluids, medication, parental nutrition, chemotherapy, and blood products. Intravenous therapy is one of the most commonly achieved events in hospitalized patients, it leftovers vulnerable to infections and noninfectious difficulty. Venipuncture is the most commonly performed invasive procedures in hospitals. IV …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Patient Safety Among Second-Year B.Sc. Nursing
Abstract: Patient safety is an important and essential component of quality of care. It’s important to know about patient safety including system impact on the safety and quality of health care in future roles and to manage various strategies to resolve and prevent errors and complication, as well as evaluate results to improve long-term performance whether in hospital or any setting. The aim of this study was to determine the effectiveness …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 23–25 Read article
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Knowledge Regarding use of Water Low Scale in Prolonged Bedridden Patients among Staff Nurses in Selected Hospital, Bangalore
Abstract: ABSTRACT Introduction and objectives: A sound skin makes you feel good and look good. Healthy skin is often an indicator of our holistic wellness. Skin is an active and largest organ in our body. Nurses perform all procedures but they allocate less time to the important organ. Patient confined to bed and wheel chair has limited mobility and likely to develop pressure sores. A National survey conducted by the disease …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 76–79 Read article
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A Pre-Experimental Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge and Attitude of Mothers Regarding Prevention of Home Accidents in Selected Rural Areas of Ludhiana Punjab.
Abstract: Background of the study: The present study was conducted to Assess The Effectiveness Of Structured Teaching Programme On Knowledge And Attitude Of Mothers Regarding Prevention Of Home Accidents In Selected Rural Areas Of Ludhiana Punjab. The objectives of the study were to assess the pre and post test knowledge of mothers regarding prevention of home accidents, to assess the pre and post test attitude of mothers regarding prevention of home …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 80–102 Read article
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Hypertonic Saline Nebulized Suctioning for Tracheostomy Patients
Abstract: Context: In tracheostomy patients they are stressors that remove the secretions from suctioning apart from can be used as the hypertonic saline nebulisation for patient with tracheotomy. Aims of the study: To assess the effectiveness of hypertonic saline nebulised suctioning on respiratory parameter among patient with tracheotomy. Methods: After getting written consent, the tracheostomy patients selected from Be Well Hospital Erode and Erode Medical Centre Erode for Nebulised hypertonic saline …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 9–15 Read article
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Effectiveness of Progressive Muscle Relaxation Technique on Post Operative Pain and Anxiety Among patients Who Have Undergone Abdominal Surgery
Abstract: Persons undergoing surgery frequently experience intense level of pain and anxiety that may reduce their self-efficacy and thus affect their recovery. Because of side effects from opioids, it is important to use non-pharmacological methods in addition to analgesics to decrease the discomfort and anxiety. A quasi experimental study was done to assess the effectiveness of progressive muscle relaxation on post-operative pain and anxiety after initial ambulation among patients who have …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 35–41 Read article
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Exploring the Current Practices of Nurses, Preparing and Administering Chemotherapeutic Drugs to Children
Abstract: Introduction: Emergence of chemotherapeutic drugs has immensely benefitted current prognosis of childhood cancers but unintentional exposure to harmful agents may endanger life of health care workers who repeatedly get exposed to cytotoxic drugs. Nurses’ safety can be ensured with evidence based standard protocols related to chemotherapeutic drug preparation and administration, use of PPE, proper handling of hazardous waste, spill management etc. Objective: To explore ongoing practices, casual daily routine activities, …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 52–59 Read article
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Implementation Dosage of Competency-Based Curriculum for Nursing and Midwifery Programme among Nurse Educators in Tanzania
Abstract: It is now more than ten years since Tanzania adapted Competency-Based Education and Training (CBET). The CBET is valuable approach that enable learners to gain required competencies specifically for their professional. Among competencies required for nurses they include cognitive or thinking competencies, such as deciding what to do in certain circumstances, doing competencies with performance of clinical procedures correctly as well as professionally, and affective competencies such as empathy, respect …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 60–76 Read article
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A Study on Stress Management Among College Teachers in Salem District
Abstract: Stress at work preserve is a real problem to the organization as well as for its workers. Good management and good work organization are the preeminent forms of stress prevention. If employees are already stressed, their managers and higher authorities should be aware of it and know to help. There is often mystification between pressure or challenge and stress and sometimes it is used to excuse bad management practice. Factors …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 5–12 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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Awareness of Primary Care Givers of Mentally Ill Patients Regarding Mental Health Services
Abstract: Mental health is defined as the psychological state of someone functioning at a satisfactory level of emotional and behavioral adjustments. And a condition which distorts this state is called mental illness1. The WHO relates mental health services as that related to the promotion of wellbeing, the prevention of mental disorders and the treatment and rehabilitation of people affected by mental disorders. Objectives: To assess the level of awareness regarding mental …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 15–19 Read article
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An Overview of Epilepsy
Abstract: Epilepsy is one of the oldest diseases known to human beings. It was described in detail by Hippocrates (450 BC) as well as noted in the Bible. Epilepsy is the general systemic conditions that affect people of all ages, in which seizures most commonly occur in children due to hypoxia or high fever. A family history of epilepsy seems to increase the risk of developing the condition. Males have higher …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 7–8 Read article