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A Study to Evaluate the Effectiveness of Educational Handout on Knowledge Regarding Computer Vision Syndrome among Primary School Children in a Selected Urban School, Bagalkote
Abstract: Computers play a valuable role in increasing the efficiency and accuracy of several works. However, prolonged computer use carries a number of hazards, including eye conditions. The situation applies to children as well. Kids have a tendency to adopt the things they observe. Kids are equally interested in TV and computers as a result. Consequently, computer vision syndrome currently affects both adults and children equally. The study's main objective was …
Published in International Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 22–28 Read article
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Effectiveness of an Educational Programme on the Knowledge of Primary School Teachers Regarding Selected Childhood Psychological Problems
Abstract: Introduction: Primary school children spend a major part of their time in school. Improving the knowledge of teachers will help them in early identification, management and referral of psychological problems among children. Educational interventions are found to be effective in improving knowledge of many populations. Materials and methods: One group pretest posttest design was used for this study. Forty primary school teachers were selected by convenient sampling. Questionnaire on selected …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 26–32 Read article
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Effectiveness Of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge regarding Iron Deficiency Anemia Among Adolescent Girls in Selected Schools At Tiruvannamalai District.
Abstract: Introduction: Anemia is one of the most widespread public health problems especially in developing countries. Materials and Methods: A quantitative approach was used in the study; a quasi- experimental one group pretest posttest design was adopted. The sample sizes 30. The conceptual framework was based on the modified model of Widenbache’s Helping of Clinical Nursing Theory (1964). A convenience sampling technique was adopted. The tool used for data collection was …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 19–24 Read article
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Effectiveness of Selected Nursing Interventions on Physical and Functional Abilities among Stroke Patients
Abstract: Background: In health care setting, Stroke is the second leading cause of preventable death and fourth leading cause of disability. Rehabilitation is concerned with improvement in physical and functional abilities of patients after stroke. Aim: The present study aims to assess the effectiveness of selected nursing interventions on the physical and functional abilities among stroke patients admitted in Guru Gobind Singh Medical College and Hospital. Materials and Methods: Pre-experimental one …
Published in International Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 14–22 Read article
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Comparison of Behaviour Problem between Orphanage Home Children and Children Living with their Parents among Children between 6–12 Years in Kanchipuram District of Tamil Nadu, India
Abstract: Introduction: This study sought to compare the behaviour problem among orphanage home children and children living with their parents among children between 6–12 years. Methods and Materials: The study design is descriptive comparative research design and setting is selected school children in Kanchipuram district. 100 children (50 children from orphanage home and 50 children living with their parents) were selected by non-probability convenience sampling technique as per the inclusive and …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 28–31 Read article
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Assessment of Knowledge and Expressed Practice Regarding Menstrual Hygiene Among the Adolescent Girls of Govt. Girls Senior Secondary School, Lakkar Bazar, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh
Abstract: Background: Menstruation is a unique physiological phenomenon in females. The onset of menstruation is considered as one of the most remarkable changes in adolescent girls. It involves bleeding for 3-5 days from the uterus once a month which occurs throughout the lifetime till menopause. In India about 24% of total population belongs to adolescent period. Objectives: The main objectives of the study were: 1. To assess the existing knowledge & …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 19–25 Read article
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Effect of early initiation of breast feeding on duration of third stage of labour and amount of blood loss among parturient mothers
Abstract: Background and objectives: Breast feeding not only helps the baby to become healthy, it is beneficial to the mother also, putting baby to the breast straight after the birth helps the womb to contract and speeds delivery of the placenta will be faster. The aim of the study is to assess the effect of early initiation of breast feeding on duration of third stage of labour and amount of blood …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 30–37 Read article
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Electrification of the Chemical Industry: A Next-Generation Approach to Sustainable Chemical Synthesis and Greenhouse Gas Mitigation
Abstract: The imperative to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions and transition to sustainable energy sources is driving a paradigm shift in the chemical industry. Electrification, leveraging renewable energy sources, emerges as a next-generation approach to transform traditional chemical synthesis routes, often reliant on fossil fuels and energy-intensive processes. This review explores the burgeoning field of electrified chemical synthesis, focusing on key examples – electrochemical CO2 reduction reaction (CO2RR), electrochemical ammonia (NH3) synthesis, …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 104–115 Read article
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A Review on Medical Perspective of Nanobiotechnology
Abstract: Nanobiotechnology is the utilization of nanotechnology in natural fields. Nanotechnology is a multidisciplinary field that right now selects methodology, innovation and office accessible in routine and propelled streets of building, material science, science and science. An exhaustive audit of the writing on the standards, constraints, difficulties, enhancements and uses of nanotechnology in therapeutic science was performed. Nanobiotechnology has large number of possibilities for propelling medicinal science in this manner enhancing …
Published in International journal of Nanobiotechnology · Vol. 1, Issue 1-2, 2015 · pp. 19–29 Read article
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Enhancing the Sensing Properties of Nanosensors for Detection of Gases
Abstract: In order to improve commercial gas sensors, many approaches have attempted to modify the sensing properties of metal oxide semiconductor gas sensors in order to achieve higher sensitivity and selectivity. Enhancements of the sensing properties of MOS sensor (Metal Oxide Gas Sensors) materials can be achieved by the development of sensors with nanoscale sizes and structures, such as nanoparticles, nanowires, nanorods etc.
Published in International Journal of Nanomaterials and Nanostructures · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 42–43 Read article
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A study to assess the knowledge regarding the modes of transmission and prevention of hepatitis- B in the laboratory among laboratory technicians
Abstract: Every day while doing their duty, laboratory technicians are at high risk to infections caused by blood borne pathogens, which results in infections such as HIV, HBV etc. There is a need of clinical practice guidelines and educational programs for effectively addressing this problem. Hence it is essential to gather data regarding laboratory technicians’ knowledge regarding Hepatitis B in actual clinical environment. The present research sought to address this gap …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 14–20 Read article
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Quality of Life among Subjects Undergoing Peritoneal Dialysis
Abstract: The increasing global epidemic of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) continues to be a serious challenge for many developing countries. The quality of life among subjects requiring dialysis is affected radically. Not only that, but it also affects greatly other dimensions of health. Peritoneal dialysis is not a cure for CKD but helps to prolong and improve the subject’s QOL. Moreover, gaining knowledge on renal diseases and their treatment would increase …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 54–61 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Knowledge Regarding Menstrual Hygiene among B.Sc. (N) First-Year Students Studying in Selected Nursing College of Belagavi
Abstract: A study was conducted on 30 first-year B.Sc. (N) students of Belagavi, with the objectives to assess the knowledge regarding menstrual hygiene among first-year B.Sc. (N) students and to find association between levels of knowledge with their socio-demographic variables. Materials and methods: The study was confined to 30 students who are studying in K.L.E.U Institute of Nursing Sciences, Belagavi. Convenience sampling was used to select 30 samples from selected colleges. …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 34–39 Read article
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A study of the experience of discomforts by Primigravida mothers during 2nd trimesters of pregnancy and the remedial measures adopted by them to overcome these discomforts in a view to administer a need-based health instruction in a selected rural area of Haldwani, Uttarakhand.
Abstract: Introduction: Pregnancy is a wonderful experience yet it is associated with unpleasant discomforts which can occurs because of physiological changes during pregnancy such as nausea, vomiting, heartburns, constipation, loss of appetite, backache, shortness of breath, leg cramps, abdominal cramps, frequency of micturition, itching, fatigue, emotional stress, leucorrhea and insomnia. Moreover, the pregnancy is not only a period of great joy but also one of great stream to warms and may …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 18–36 Read article
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Investigating Postnatal Depression and “Baby Blues” in New Mothers at a Selected Maternity Hospital
Abstract: Background: The postpartum period is marked by significant physical and emotional transitions that can lead to feelings of anxiety and mood swings. Postpartum mood disturbances can be categorized into three levels of severity. Symptoms commonly associated with these disorders include feelings of hopelessness, sadness, nausea, alterations in sleep and appetite, reduced sexual interest, frequent crying, anxiety, irritability, a sense of isolation, emotional volatility, thoughts of self-harm or harming the infant, …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 6–10 Read article
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Effectiveness of a Hand Hygiene Programme on Knowledge and Practice among School-Going Children in Selected Primary Schools of Bhuj, Kutch, Gujarat
Abstract: Hand hygiene is one of the most effective, low-cost measures for preventing infectious diseases among school-going children. Children are particularly vulnerable to hygiene-related illnesses due to frequent close contact, shared materials, and inadequate hand-washing practices. This study aimed to assess the effectiveness of a structured hand hygiene programme on the knowledge and practice of hand washing among school-going children in selected primary schools of Bhuj, Kutch, Gujarat. A hand hygiene …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–15 Read article
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Revolutionizing Bone Grafting: A Survey of 3D Printed Solutions
Abstract: Due to the limits of conventional grafts, large bone deficiencies resulting from illness or trauma continue to be a significant clinical challenge. Autografts, while osteoconductive and osteoinductive, are limited by donor availability and morbidity, and allografts/xenografts carry risks of immune rejection and disease transmission. In contrast, 3D printing (additive manufacturing) enables fabrication of patient-specific bone scaffolds with controlled architecture, composition, and bioactivity. Using techniques, like selective laser sintering (SLS), stereolithography …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 16–23 Read article
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Bioalcohol Production: A Detailed Review
Abstract: Bioethanol stands as a pivotal player in the realm of renewable energy, deriving from organic materials abundant in sugars or their precursors. Its economic viability hinges largely on the affordability of substrates, which directly influences the overall cost of production. Microbial fermentation of carbohydrates, encompassing both pentose and hexose sugars, yields alcohols alongside valuable by-products, rendering bioethanol a versatile resource, particularly in the context of fuel production. The optimization of …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 52–59 Read article
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Sorption of Pb (II), Cd(II) and Zn(II) by synthesized nanocrystalline sodium potassium flurophlogopite (FGP)
Abstract: We have successfully synthesized nanocrystalline sodium potassium fluorophlogopite (FGP) crystals with controlled sizes from ≈ 25 nm to 100nm, using an organic tetrapropylammonium (TPA) hydroxide. We have been successfully synthesized material depends on the source of silicate and hydrothermal crystallization conditions. The synthesized materials were characterized by using different techniques such as X-ray diffraction, Energy Dispersive Analysis, Scanning Electron Microscope, Transmission Electron Microscopy and FTIR analysis. The use of sodium …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 41–49 Read article
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Assessment of Knowledge and Self-Management Practices of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Patients visiting Medicine OPD, Guru Gobind Singh Medical College and Hospital, Faridkot
Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Diabetes Mellitus is a silent disease and is now recognized as one of the fastest growing threats to public health in almost all countries of the world. It is also called the “disease of Prosperity OBJECTIVES: 1. To assess the level of knowledge regarding Type 2 DM in Type 2 DM patients. 2. To find out the self management practices of the Type 2 DM patients. METHODS AND MATERIALS: …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 9–13 Read article