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A Descriptive Study to Assess the Knowledge and Attitude Regarding Organ Donation among Adults in Rural Area of Goindwal Sahib District Tarn-Taran, Punjab (2017) in View to Develop Information Booklet
Abstract: An organ is defined as a unit in the body with a special function, usually constructed from several different types of tissue. A human being only has one of some organs, and the organ’s function can be crucial to maintaining life. Organ donation is the donation of biological tissue or an organ of the human body from a dead or living person to a living recipient in order to save …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 30–35 Read article
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Effectiveness of SIM on Care of Patient with Craniotomy among Staff Nurses Working in Neurological Units
Abstract: Craniotomy is the most common surgical treatment for various neurological disorders. It involves the greater morbidity related to a wide variety of complications. The major survivors return back with various physical, psychological, emotional, social and spiritual disabilities after a period of hospitalization and rehabilitation. According to American Association of Neuroscience Nurses, the expected outcomes of 400 supratentorial and infratentorial craniotomies were: major complications rate is 13%, operative mortality rate is …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 5–14 Read article
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Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge of Staff Nurses Regarding Residual Complications After Traumatic Brain Injury
Abstract: Aim: the study aims to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge of staff nurses regarding residual complications after traumatic brain injury in a selected hospital, Bangalore. Methods: pre experimental one group pretest and posttest study was conducted with 60 staff nurses working at Kempegowda Institute of Health Science and Research Center. Samples were selected by using purposive sampling technique and the data were collected using self-administered structured …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 21–27 Read article
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Evaluate the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Swine Flu and its Management Among Staff Nurses
Abstract: Objective: To assess the knowledge regarding swine flu and its management among staff nurses. To evaluate the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge regarding swine flu and its management among staff nurses. To find the association between post -test knowledge scores with selected demographic variables. Conceptual frame work: The conceptual model for the study was based on the general system theory by Ludwig von Bertalanffy (1969). In this theory, …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 12–20 Read article
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Effectiveness of Planned Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding First Aid for Burns and its Prevention in Selected Hospital, Mahasamund, (C.G.)
Abstract: This study is to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching program on knowledge regarding first aid for burns and its prevention in selected district hospital Mahasamund. A non-experimental study using one-group pretest–posttest method was conducted. A sample size of 20 burn patients with convenience sample technique is used, and the subjects meeting the inclusion criteria were selected for the study. Data collection was done using structured questionnaires on burns including …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 16–19 Read article
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Factors Affecting Medication Errors from Viewpoint of Iranian Registered Nurses
Abstract: Introduction: Nurses have an important rolein medication error prevention. The present study conducted to reveal the factors affecting medication errors from the viewpoint of clinical nurses in hospitals affiliated to Qazvin University of Medical Sciences.Methods: This cross-sectional study was done on 144 nurses in 2019. Nurses' inclusion criteria werebeing registered nurse, willingness to participate in study, and more than 6 months experience. Data were collected using a demographic checklist and …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Effectiveness of Training Programme on Knowledge Level Regarding Basic Life Support among Nursing Students
Abstract: Background: Basic Life Support (BLS) includes recognition of signs of sudden cardiac arrest, heart attack, foreign body airway obstruction, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, etc. The goal of BLS is to maintain viability of the central nervous system, heart, and other vital organs until definitive return of spontaneous circulation can be achieved. Method: Quasi experimental study pre-test post-test design without control group was used to assess the effectiveness of training programme on knowledge …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Effectiveness of Planned Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Acne Vulgaris among Degree Students
Abstract: “A study to evaluate the effectiveness of planned teaching programme on knowledge regarding Acne vulgaris among degree students studying in selected degree colleges Aurangabad.” Objectives: (1) To evaluate the effectiveness of planned teaching programme on knowledge regarding Acne vulgaris among degree students. (2) To find out the association between Post-test knowledge score with selected demographic variables. Method: This pre-experimental study was conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of planned teaching programme …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 24–29 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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A Descriptive Study to Assess the Severity of Low Back Pain Among Staff Nurses Working in NMCH Hospital, Jamuhar, Sasaram
Abstract: Background: The International Labour Organization acknowledged the need for safe and healthy workplaces for nurses 32 years ago. World health assemblies since 1979 have stressed the value of nurses to the world community and addressed the need to strengthen nursing and midwifery services, including providing nurses with safe healthful work environments. International, national and local organizations and many government entities have implanted policies and regulations to protect nurses. ICN is …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 32–38 Read article
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To Assess the Knowledge, Attitude and Practice on Specimen Transportation among Hospital Attenders in Pondicherry Institute of Medical Sciences
Abstract: The accuracy of laboratory testing procedures is crucial to the proper diagnosis and treatment of the patient. Delay in the transportation of blood samples to the laboratory may cause alteration in test results. The present study was aimed to assess the Knowledge, Attitude and Practice on Specimen Transportation among Hospital Attenders in Pondicherry Institute of Medical Science. Study was conducted among hospital attender in medical wards, surgical wards, and critical …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 48–51 Read article
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Thrombophelebitis and Palm Fisting Exercise-peripheral Intravenous Cannula
Abstract: A quantitative quasi-experimental design was conducted among 60 IV Cannula patients. The demographic data by self-structured questionnaire, were collected from the samples, followed by that the pre-test was conducted by using phlebitis assessment scale. After a period of intervention with palm fisting exercise, post-test was done by using same phlebitis assessment scale. The results the study revealed that there is a significant change in the post-test level of phlebitis at …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 10–13 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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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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Effect of Planned Group Teaching on Knowledge and Attitude Regarding Skin Banking Among Nursing Students at Selected Nursing College, Puducherry, South India
Abstract: Introduction: Many precious lives would be saved if people are aware and willing to donate the organs and tissues after their death. Skin donation is the process of getting the skin from a dead person and grafted to a victim with severe burns, where the skin graft from the own victim's body is not possible. Methodology: Quasi - Experimental method was used to assess knowledge, attitude on skin banking among …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 28–33 Read article
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A Descriptive Study to Evaluate Knowledge on Cervical Cancer Among Women Aged 25-45 Years in Selected Regions of Punjab
Abstract: The cells that coat the cervix, the lowest portion of the uterus, are where cervical cancer first develops. Disease begins when strong cells on the external layer of the cervix change or get contaminated with human papilloma infection and grow out of control, shaping a mass called tumor. The aim of the study was to assess the knowledge regarding cervical cancer among women of age group between 25-45 years in …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 1–5 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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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Computer Assisted Teaching on Knowledge Regarding Antenatal Care among Primigravida Mothers at Selected Hospitals of Amritsar (Punjab)
Abstract: Nurses are in a unique position to educate and empower women, through the phases of child birth, for them to achieve a healthy pregnancy with the optimum outcome of a healthy baby. Despite various measures taken to reduce maternal mortality and morbidity, it remains very high in India. Knowledge and awareness about care risks associated with pregnancy among women can help them to seek maternal care services and reduce maternal …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 15–25 Read article
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Effectiveness of Assertive Training Programme on Relieving the Academic Stress and Anxiety
Abstract: The present study investigates the, “Effectiveness of Assertive Training Programme on, “Relieving the Academic Stress and Anxiety”, among Nursing Students at a Selected Institute, Bangalore. A quasi experimental study with one group pre-test and post-test design was used to assess the Effectiveness of Assertive Training Programme. Simple random sampling was used to collect data from 30 respondents studying in various colleges of nursing Bangalore. Data was collected by using modified …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 26–29 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