Search
1376 articles for “Act”
-
A Study to Assess Sleep Quality and Its Associated Factors Among Antenatal Women in a Tertiary Care Hospital, Ludhiana, Punjab
Abstract: The regular growth and development of the mind and body both depend on sleep. A good sleep is quite important for a healthy pregnancy. A woman's life goes through a unique and significant transformation during pregnancy. As a continuum of feelings ranging from elation and joy to significant load brought on by physical strain and psychological problems, it has significant physical, physiological, interpersonal alterations, and psychological effects. A quantitative research …
Published in International Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 25–32 Read article
-
Overview on Prevention and Management of Osteoporosis in Menopause
Abstract: Menopause (the natural end of menstruation that usually happens between the ages of 45 and 55) can growth a woman’s risk of developing osteoporosis, a state in which bones develop thin and may fracture easily. The drop in estrogen levels that occurs around the time of menopause results in increased bone loss. It is assessed that, on average, women drop up to 10 per cent of their bone figure in …
Published in International Journal of Geriatric Nursing · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 9–12 Read article
-
Care of Elderly Population
Abstract: Enabling the nurses to identify the difference in care of older adult by using the specific assessment method to provide holistic Nursing care with concern. As medical facilities have improved, the life expectancy has also increased in both developing of developed countries. This had led to an increase in old age population and eventually old age health problems requiring more attention and specialized care. With the increasing population of elderly …
Published in International Journal of Geriatric Nursing · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 17–24 Read article
-
Praying and geriatric nursing care: spiritual nursing
Abstract: Spiritual care is an important concern in holistic nursing. The religious based practice might be a good tool for supporting spiritual nursing care. For geriatric patient, the attachment to religious belief and practice is common. Praying is common daily activity of the elderly in many countries. To use praying as additional tool to manage medical disorder is very interesting. The praying might be by the patients, cousins or medical personnel …
Published in International Journal of Geriatric Nursing · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–3 Read article
-
A Study To Assess The Effectiveness Of Hot Water Fomentation With Epsom Salt And Plain Hot Water Fomentation Among Elderly Clients With Knee Joint Pain At Selected Old Age Homes Of Amritsar
Abstract: Introduction: Knee joint pain is a major problem which affects the knee joint. Knee joint pain occurs due to many reasons like knee fracture, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, osteomyelitis, osteoporosis, etc. It starts from any bone of the knee, i.e. femur, tibia, and fibula, kneecap (patella), ligaments and cartilage (meniscus) of the knee. Most of geriatric people get affected by chronic knee joint pain, and knee joint pain interrupts daily activity …
Published in International Journal of Geriatric Nursing · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 43–74 Read article
-
The role of Nurse in the Positive Aging culture
Abstract: The main goal of this paper is to introduce the positive aging theory in the geriatric nursing context. In particular, how to implement the interventions carefully in the way to improve the capabilities and skills of professional nurses. Being a theoretical paper, we carry out a thorough literature review, and we propose a new model of nursing care. The model we propose analyses the potentialities and performances of older people …
Published in International Journal of Geriatric Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 22–30 Read article
-
Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Guided Imagery Therapy to Reduce Stress among Old Age People in Selected Old Age Homes, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh
Abstract: A quasi-experimental study conducted on the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on guided imagery therapy to reduce stress among 50 old aged people and the results shows that 35 (70%) were under below average knowledge level in pre-test whereas in post-test were found nil, 15 (30%) were under average knowledge level in pre-test whereas 8 (16%) were average knowledge level in post-test, above average knowledge level in pre-test were found …
Published in International Journal of Geriatric Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 35–40 Read article
-
Application of Nursing Theory to Old Age Care
Abstract: Theory in Nursing is a systematic and organized group of statements associated with questions within the nursing discipline. There has been a rapid increase in the elderly population in India between 1991 and 2001. It has been projected that by the year 2050, the elderly population would rise to about 324 million. To ensure the quality of care of elderly, nursing theories can be applied and a theory which can …
Published in International Journal of Geriatric Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 12–17 Read article
-
A Quasi-experimental Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Cognitive Stimulation Therapy on Cognition among the Institutionalized Elderly in Selected Old Age Homes at Madurai
Abstract: Background of the Study: The aging population is increasing significantly in the world. Therefore,world population is expected to be comprised of progressively bigger proportion of elderlyindividuals. Human aging is an inevitable process and, as such, implies a process of transformationand progressive change in biological, psychological and social structure. The cognitive functionbegins to deteriorate with advancing age and there are common consequences to variouspsychological and social aspects, such as the loss …
Published in International Journal of Geriatric Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 12–21 Read article
-
Buerger-Allen Exercise on Foot Perfusion among Patients with Diabetes Mellitus
Abstract: Background of the study: Diabetes Mellitus (DM) is a metabolic disorder which is characterized withincreased glucose level in the blood, resulting from defect in the insulin secretion, insulin action, orboth. In advance stage of the disease, foot perfusion of patients is decreased. It can be assessed byAnkle Brachial Index (ABI), Capillary Refill Time (CRT) and Peripheral pulse rate. Buerger-Allenexercise is an effective intervention for improving the foot perfusion of diabetes …
Published in International Journal of Geriatric Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 27–33 Read article
-
Prevention of 'falls' Among Geriatric Population
Abstract: Falls in geriatric population are a major community health issue. They are themost frequent type of accidents in people aged 65 and older, and are themajor cause of injury-related hospitalization in this age group. Injuries causedby falls are connected with dysfunction, loss of autonomy and increasedmortality.Falls are one of the most common problems in the elderly all overthe world. A fall is defined as an act which results in a …
Published in International Journal of Geriatric Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 23–27 Read article
-
An Interventional Study to Assess the Effect of Back Care on Quality of Sleep among Geriatric People of Nadiad City
Abstract: Introduction: Sleep is a condition of body and mind that recurs for several hours every night in which the sympathetic and parasympathetic system is relatively inactive, that eyes closed, the postural muscles relaxed, and consciousness practically sling. Back care was formed in 1968 as national back pain association. Back care is registered charity that aims to reduce encumbrance of back pain by providing information and support. Encouraging best practises and …
Published in International Journal of Geriatric Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 6–11 Read article
-
A Descriptive Study to Assess the Knowledge and Attitude Regarding Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative Policy among Staff Nurses in Selected Hospitals at Amritsar
Abstract: The first stage in the start of life is breastfeeding. The first opportunity for promoting it should occur in the health services, the antenatal clinics and the delivery room; just after the birth, the health workers being responsible for this act, as they should ensure practices and training that promote, protect and support breastfeeding. The present study objective was “to assess the knowledge and attitude regarding baby friendly hospital initiative …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 1, Issue 1-2, 2015 · pp. 18–27 Read article
-
Onion - A Miraculous Vegetable
Abstract: Onions are miraculous vegetables that are low in calories but rich in beneficial nutrients like vitamins, minerals and antioxidants and also possess folate, magnesium, phosphorus, fructans, selenium, chromium and antioxidants, quercetin and sulphur. Its health benefits are enormous. Its high fibre content, organosulphur compounds, antioxidants like quercetin and vitamin C exhibits an anticancerous action through inhibition of tumor growth, mutagenesis, free radical formation and exerting toxic effects on cancer cells. …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 15–18 Read article
-
Ways to Handle Child with Attention deficit Hyperactive Disorder
Abstract: Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder is most common behavioral disorder among children’s, which is about three times more common among boys than girls. It is a developmental disorder characterized primarily by “the co-existence of attentional problems and hyperactivity, with each behavior occurring infrequently alone”. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder has problems with Paying attentions concentration and with hyperactive as well as impulsive behavior. Despite good intentions, a teenager may be unable to …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 7–8 Read article
-
A Descriptive Study to Assess the Knowledge and Preventive Measures Adopted by Parents for Their Asthmatic Children Residing in Selected Areas of Dera Bassi, District Mohali, Punjab
Abstract: The research project was undertaken by Nidhi Gupta in partial fulfillment of the requirement for the degree of Master of Science in Nursing of Baba Farid University of Health Sciences, Faridkot, Punjab, 2016. The objective of present study was to assess the knowledge of parents of the asthmatic children. To assess the preventive measures adopted by Parents for their asthmatic children. To find the association between knowledge and preventive measures …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 9–37 Read article
-
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
-
A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Planned Group Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Organ Donation Among Elderly People of Matoshree Old Age Home at Aurangabad
Abstract: Background of the Study: Organ donation is defined as an act of giving one or more than one organ, without compensation, for transplantation to another person. In organ donation, a person pledges during her/his lifetime, that after death, certain organs from the body can be used for transplantation to help terminally ill patients get a new lease of life. The main reasons for shortage of organs in India are due …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 24–29 Read article
-
Separation Anxiety Disorder
Abstract: Separation anxiety could be a traditional stage of development for infants and toddlers. In the initial period, a child shows anxiety which can be eradicated by 3 years of age., Separation anxiety is a sign of a more serious condition known as separation anxiety disorder, starting as early as preschool age. If your child's separation anxiety seems prolonged, it interferes with school or other daily activities he or she may …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 31–33 Read article
-
An Experimental Study to Assess and Evaluate the Effectiveness of Breathing Therapies on Respiratory Status Among Patients with Bronchial Asthma in a Selected Hospital of Delhi
Abstract: The present experimental study aims to assess and evaluate the effectiveness of breathing therapies on respiratory status among patients with bronchial asthma in a selected hospital of Delhi. The objectives of the study were (i) to assess and evaluate the respiratory status of the patients with bronchial asthma in experimental group before and after administration of the breathing therapy; (ii) to assess and evaluate the respiratory status of the patients …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 28–38 Read article