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Parkinson’s Disease
Abstract: Parkinson's disease (PD) is a neurological disorder, in which its signs and symptoms intensify after some time. Almost one million individuals in the US are living with Parkinson's illness. The cause is obscure, and in spite of the fact that there is quickly no cure, there are treatment alternatives, for example, solution and surgery to deal with its side effects. Parkinson's includes the malfunction and death of key nerve cells …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 11–13 Read article
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Review of Psychiatric Disability, Causes, Features, Management and Role of Healthcare Professional
Abstract: Médecins Sans Frontières recently released a comprehensive report on mental health in Kashmir: it concluded that half of all residents of the valley have "mental health problems". The report found that nearly 1.8 million adults (45%) of Kashmir's adult population—suffer from some form of mental distress. A majority (93%) have experienced conflict-related trauma. An average adult was found to have witnessed around eight traumatic events during his or her lifetime. …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 43–48 Read article
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Prevalence and Associated factors of Antiepileptic Drug Non-Adherence among Epileptic Patients Attending at outpatient Department of Hiwot Fana Specialized University Hospital, Harar, Eastern Ethiopia
Abstract: Background: Antiepileptic drugs were effective in the treatment of epilepsy, but non-adherence to medication was major problem to sustained remission and to functional restoration, non-adherence of epileptic patients to antiepileptic medication was one of many reasons for pharmacological treatment failure, death, increased heath care costs and seizure recurrence. Even though there were studies on the magnitude and associated factors of antiepileptic drugs non-adherence, there was a shortage of published information …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 63–90 Read article
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Living Well with Kidney Disease: Nurses Make a Huge Difference
Abstract: Kidney diseases have risen from from the world’s 13th leading causes of death to the 10th and mortality has increased from 8, 13, 000 in 2000 to 1.3 million in 2019. The KKidney diseases disrupt and restrict the activities of daily living and impair the quality of life of patients and their family members. The progression of kidney disease to more severe later stages can be prevented and/or slowed down. …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Nurses: A Voice to Lead, Health is the Human Right
Abstract: Health systems are an essential element of a healthy and equitable society. Nurses are the key, heart and backbone of any health system providing education, information, comfort, and hope and delivering care. According to WHO health is the enjoyment of highest attainable standard of well being. When health is viewed as a human right, there is a demand on us to take action and a responsibility to enable access to …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 54–58 Read article
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Depression in Diabetes Mellitus: A Review
Abstract: One of the major public health problems in 21st century is diabetes mellitus. In developed as well as developing countries the prevalence of diabetes is increasing day by day. Diabetes is considered as one of the most common causes of death and disabilities by WHO and IDF. It is a serious long-term metabolic disorder with a major impact on the lives and well-being of individuals, families, and societies worldwide. The …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Assessment of Oral Health Knowledge, Attitude and Practice in India: Systematic Review
Abstract: WHO reported approximately 3.5 billion people were affected by oral health problems. It poses amajor health burden for countries, affects them throughout their life time, if left untreated as reportedby global burden of diseases 2017 and might lead to death. Studies have been reported about oralhealth knowledge, attitude and practice (KAP) but review of the results all over India has not beenconducted. Study’s aim is to find out the oral …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 29–39 Read article
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Impact of Yoga on Stress Reduction among Clinical Nurses
Abstract: Background: Nursing is perceived as a very stressful occupation. Common occupational stressorsencountered by clinical nurses include workload, role ambiguity, interpersonal relationship conflictsand death and dying of patients. Physiological and psychological morbidity result from occupationalstress. Yogic breathing exercises have shown beneficial effects in reducing stress. Aim: To evaluate theimpact of the video-assisted intervention of yoga on stress reduction among clinical nurses working inselected hospitals of Madhya Pradesh. Method and materials: A …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 73–84 Read article
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Closing Gaps in Asthma Care: Role of Nurse in Addressing Challenges, Barriers and Opportunities in Universal health coverage
Abstract: Background: Chronic respiratory illness is increasing and are a health burden in India, there are nearly 37 million asthmatics around the world. India contributes to 11.1 per cent of the global asthma burden and accounts for over 42 per cent of related deaths making it the asthma capital of the world. According to The Global asthma report (2018), the barriers to implementing successful treatment methods for Asthma in India is …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 34–38 Read article
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To Assess the Knowledge of High School Teachers Regarding Swine Flu, Its Transmission and Its Prevention Among High School Students at Ghataprabha With a View to Prepare Information Booklet
Abstract: A child is a unique individual whose childhood is vital period as children are vulnerable to disease, death & disabilities. Environment plays very great role as determinant of infant & childhood mortality & morbidity. Now a days new sicknesses are arising which are life threatening & out of these recently observed dreadful viral infection is Swine flu. The awareness about swine flu will keep each and every student to help …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 Read article
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A Descriptive study to assess the Knowledge regarding prevention of Home Accidents Among Mothers of Under five Children in Selected Areas of Guru gram, Haryana
Abstract: Accidents are the dominant origin of death and disability for children over the age of one in many automated countries. More than 2 million children under the age of 15 experience accidents in and around the home every year, for which they are taken to accident and emergency units. Those most at risk from home accident are the 0-5years age group. The objectives were 1.To assess the knowledge regarding prevention …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Application of Health Belief Model in Health Seeking Behaviour of Mothers
Abstract: The present study investigated the health seeking behaviour and its influential factors in child care among mothers of under-fives in selected area Anganawadies of Njarakkal Panchayat, Ernakulum, Kerala. The Rosenstock’s health belief model was adopted to study the health seeking behaviour in child care and its influential factors among mothers of under-five. The researcher also intended to assess the association between health seeking behaviour in child care among mothers of …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 62–65 Read article
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A Factorial Design to Evaluate the Effectiveness of Ballon Therapy vs. Basil Leaves Steam Inhalation on Physiological Parameters Among Children with Upper Respiratory Infections in Selected Hospital, Erode
Abstract: Background: Respiratory tract infections are the major causes of morbidity and mortality in children worldwide, particularly in developing countries, second only to diarrheal disease among the acute infectious disease. About four-and-a-half million children die of respiratory tract infection accounting for 30% of all deaths in childhood. Aim: To compare the effectiveness of steam inhalation vs. twin technique on respiratory function among under-five children with respiratory tract infection. Design: Quasi-experimental where …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 54–61 Read article
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Shaken Baby Syndrome: A Review
Abstract: Shaken baby syndrome is a form of child abuse that can result in permanent brain damage or death but it can be preventable. Risk factors including the parents or caregivers more likely to forcefully shake a baby and cause shaken baby syndrome, Unrealistic expectations of babies, Young or single parenthood and Stress. Symptoms includes Breathing problems, Poor eating, Vomiting, Seizures, Paralysis and Coma. Prevention: It can be prevented by bringing …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 84–86 Read article
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Prevention of Protein Energy Malnutrition to Under-five Children
Abstract: Diarrhea is a leading cause of death and illness globally among children younger than 5 years. We used the Global Burden of Diseases, Injuries, and Risk Factors Study framework and leveraged existing estimates of diarrhoea incidence, childhood under nutrition, and infectious disease burden to estimate the effect of malnutrition on physical growth, including weight and height, and subsequent disease among children younger than 5 year. The burden of diarrhea was …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 63–66 Read article
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Knowledge Level on Pneumonia Prevention among Mothers of Under-Five Children
Abstract: Worldwide, a leading infectious cause of death is due to lower respiratory tract infections. The purpose of the study was to assess the knowledge level of mothers of under-five children regarding the prevention of pneumonia. Quantitative research approach with non-experimental research design was used for the study. By non-probability convenient sampling method, 50 samples were selected. Structured questionnaire was used to collect the data, and by using descriptive and inferential …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 37–42 Read article
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Effectiveness of Nursing Care on Postnatal Mothers Immediately After the Delivery
Abstract: Postnatal mothers are at risk as most of the deaths occur in this period, when compared to during pregnancy and childbirth. Postnatal care should be a continuation of care the women has received through her pregnancy and labour. It aims to provide consistency of advice and support for recovery from pregnancy and childbirth. The objectives of the study were to assess health condition of the postnatal mothers immediately after the …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 5–10 Read article
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Effectiveness of Self-Instructional Module on Management of Postpartum Haemorrhage
Abstract: Postpartum haemorrhage is the most common cause of perinatal maternal death and is a major cause of maternal morbidity worldwide. Globally, about 500,000 women die annually from complications during pregnancy or childbirth. A well organised self-instructional module is an effective strategy to improve the knowledge of nurse midwives regarding postpartum haemorrhage. An evaluative approach with one group pre-test post-test design was used for the study. Non-probability purposive sampling technique was …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 5–9 Read article
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Assessment of Knowledge and Expressed Practices of Staff Nurses Regarding Prevention and Management of Preeclampsia and Eclampsia Working in Various Selected Govt. Institutions in Shimla (HP)
Abstract: Background: Eclampsia remains an important cause of maternal mortality throughout the world, accounting for about 50,000 deaths occur worldwide. In developed countries, eclampsia complicates about 1 in 2000 deliveries. In developing countries, the prevalence of eclampsia varies widely, from 1 in 100 to 1 in 1700. It is a typical problem in developing countries because illiteracy, lack of health awareness and education, poverty, and superstitious beliefs prevent women from seeking …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 116–122 Read article
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Rubella and Pregnancy
Abstract: Mainly, Rubella infection during pregnancy is considered as a serious infection worldwide. Since Rubella virus not only infects Mainly, rubella infection during pregnancy is considered as a serious infection worldwide. Since rubella virus not only infects susceptible to women early in pregnancy, they can also be transmitted to the fetus and might induce birth defect. Rubella is an acute, contagious viral infection. While rubella virus infection usually causes a mild …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 57–60 Read article