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Takayasu Arteritis or Non-specific Aortoarteritis: A Case Report
Abstract: Takayasu arteritis (TA) is a large vessel vasculitis (LVV) characterized by granulomatous inflammation of the vessel wall with an unknown etiopathogenesis. This has remained as enigma, since it was diagnosed just one century ago. This inflammatory disease often affects the ascending aorta and aortic arch, causing obstruction of the aorta and its major arteries. It is also termed as pulseless disease because of the frequent occlusion of the large arteries …
Published in International Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 41–52 Read article
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Quality of Life Among Post Stroke Patients at Kovai Medical Center and Hospital (KMCH) Coimbatore
Abstract: Stroke is the leading cause of adult disability and the third leading cause of adult death in the industrialized world. Despite the enormous personal and societal impact of stroke, the best method for ensuring stroke outcome is not clear. Assessing health related quality of life is difficult in stroke, in which patients have heterogeneous stroke symptoms and deficits and commonly suffer from psychological and social squeal of stroke. Need for …
Published in International Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 34–40 Read article
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A study to assess the factor influencing pre hospital delay in seeking medical treatment among clients with myocardial infarction admitted in selected hospitals of amritsar.
Abstract: Introduction: Myocardial infarction is the leading cause of death in older adult, accounting for approximately 40% of deaths. An acute myocardial infarction is a serious, life-threatening medical event which occurs when the coronary blood flow is obstructed, usually from a blood clot, resulting in ischemia to the myocardial tissue. Pre-hospital delay is critical for patient survival in myocardial infarction; administration of reperfusion agents is associated with a reduction of up …
Published in International Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 23–29 Read article
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Role of Herd Immunity in COVID-19
Abstract: Coronaviruses are big family of different viruses; some of them cause the common coldin people. Others infect animals, including bats, camels, and cattle. But how did SARS-CoV-2 infect, the new corona virus that causes COVID-19? Here’s what we know about the virus that was first detected in Wuhan, China, in late 2019, and has set off a global pandemic. Experts say SARS-CoV-2 originated in bats. That’s also how the coronaviruses …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 39–42 Read article
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COVID-19 Pandemic: This Too Shall Pass
Abstract: COVID-19 began so suddenly that no one imagined that it could be for such a long stretch. A tiny virus locked down the whole world within very short notice. Life just turned to a muchunexpected patch. Is it to be taken seriously knowing the reality of the happenings? Having been objective to this scenario, it has left one in a very indefinite condition. The authorities globally are taking adequate and …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Nursing Practice in Cartridge-based Nucleic Acid Amplification Test
Abstract: Nurse plays an important role in maintaining health and quality life of people, and also contributes to achieve sustainable development goals. It is also increasingly recognized as the quality & and safety-related performance in health care area. Registered nurses have always been crucial members of the diagnostic team, , Specific specifically test for diagnosis of Tuberculosis (TB) which is one of the most prevalent infectious diseases in India with high …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 13–15 Read article
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Role of Vitamin C on Wound Healing
Abstract: Vitamin C is otherwise called ascorbic acid. Vitamin C is required for the synthesis of collagen, a fibrous protein that helps reinforce the connective tissues that hold together the structures of the body. It is also a highly effective antioxidant protecting cells from damage by free radicals. The five nutrients that are essential for wound healing are Protein, Vitamin C, Zinc, Carbohydrate & Vitamin A. Vitamin C is often aligned …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 34–36 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge RegardingPost-operative Complications of Anterior Cervical Discectomy among Third-Year B.Sc. Nursing Students in Selected Nursing Colleges, Bangalore
Abstract: Introduction and objectives: Anterior cervical discectomy (ACD) is the most common surgical procedure to treat damaged cervical discs. There are many complications followed by ACD. Each surgery is unique, and nursing care to be provided is also different with respect to the type of surgery, patient condition, potential complications, etc.Nurse should be vigilant to identify post-operative complications and to care it along with medical team. Hence the investigator felt the …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 44–55 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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Development of Standard Operational Protocol on Nasogastric tube feeding
Abstract: Standard Operating Protocols (SOPs) direct to perform the procedures methodically. The current study was carried out to develop SOP for nasogastric tube (NG) feeding. A preliminary draft of the protocol was developed by reviewing relevant literature. Current practices the nursing personnel regarding NG feeding were also observed. Focus group discussions were conducted to assess the problems faced by them and to seek their suggestions to overcome these problems while performing …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 7–12 Read article
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A Descriptive Study on Knowledge, Attitude and Practices Regarding Food Hygiene among Street Food Vendors in District Mohali, Punjab
Abstract: The present study was conducted with the purpose to assess the knowledge, attitude and practices regarding food hygiene among street food vendors. The objective of this study was to assess the knowledge, attitude and practices regarding food hygiene among street food vendors and to find association between knowledge, attitude and practices regarding food hygiene among street food vendors and their selected demographic variables. Conceptual framework developed for the study was …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 31–43 Read article
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A Quasi-experimental Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Substance Use Disorder among Adolescents Studying in Senior Secondary Schools of Jalandhar, Punjab, 2019
Abstract: Substance use patterns are the cause of serious public health problems. It has been noticed in keen that from the past 8 to 10 years, the use of drugs has highly increased. Also, it has been reported that Punjab is ranked on the top most for drug marketing amongst all the states of India. The people start consuming drugs due to peer pressure, depression, crisis, craze to taste the drugs …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 18–23 Read article
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A Study to Evaluate the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Stress and its Management among Staff Nurses Working in Selected Hospitals, Bangalore
Abstract: Background: Job stress can be defined as negative emotive and physical responses and occurs when the job requirements do not match with abilities, resources or needs of employees. In other words, it can be defined as an interaction between job environment and characteristics of employee, the extra job requirements and following pressures which make the person disable in doing his job. Also, job stress can cause lack of health and …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 91–113 Read article
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A Descriptive Study to Assess the Growth Pattern of Adolescent Students of Selected School of Indore in the Year 2016–2017
Abstract: Adolescence is a stage which marks the developmental transition from childhood to adulthood, during this time many important social, economic, biological, and demographic events set the stage for adult life. The nature and quality of young people’s future lives, as well as a country’s future social and economic development, depend largely on how well adolescents navigate this transition. The present study is an effort to assess the growth and development …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 49–56 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
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Association of Caffeine Consumption and Self-Rated Health among Young and Older Adults
Abstract: Background: European Food Safety Authority (EFSA 2015) reported that moderate daily caffeine consumption at levels up to 400 mg/day do not raise safety concerns and not associated with adverse effects in healthy adult population, while, high levels of caffeine consumption have been linked to a variety of illnesses such as cancer, heart disease, and diabetes. Despite these findings, there remains a gap in research relating to whether caffeine consumption adversely …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 40–61 Read article
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Nursing Critical Care: Competency Based Training
Abstract: In this era of fast developing industries, requirement of skilled professional has also gone up.Many new hospitals in private health sector are developing; always there is shortage ofdoctors and trained nurses. Nursing colleges are producing nurses; however they are stillless in number and most of them are not well versed with critical or emergency care due todeficiency of such teaching and training programs across most of India. Main reason of …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 0, Issue 0, 2020 · pp. 27s–36s Read article
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Impact of Life Skills Education Among the Institutionalized Orphan Children with Specific Reference to Academic Stress
Abstract: This empirical study focuses on studying the relationship between the impact of life skills education among the institutionalized orphan children and the academic stress. Institutionalized orphan children often feel disturbed and insecure which may affect their psychosocial condition. This situation may not allow them to feel happy and their academic achievement may also disrupt. To provide solution to these problems and enhance their wellbeing, life skills education would be the …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 41–49 Read article
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Prevalence and Socio-Cultural Determinants of Uterine Prolapse Among Women and Its Impact on Quality of Life
Abstract: In India, every five minutes, a woman dies of complications related to pregnancy and child birth. Among these, utero-vaginal prolapse (UP) is the most common clinical condition, especially amongst parous women. In India, almost one quarter, out of the total gynaecological admissions, suffer from UP. The general objectives of this study were to determine the prevalence and socio-cultural determinants of Uterine Prolapse at Kalinga Hospital, Bhubaneswar, during a three month …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 14–25 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