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Effectiveness of Planned Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Dental Fluorosis
Abstract: Introduction: Dental fluorosis remains one of the most common disorders affecting the teeth, starting right from the early age. Hence it is important to prevent dental fluorosis from the school age level. To a certain duration (as per WHO; 0.6 ppm), fluoride ingestion is useful for teeth and bone development, but excessive ingestion causes a disease called fluorosis. The greatest matter in dental fluorosis is aesthetic modification in the permanent …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 29–36 Read article
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Robotics in Nursing Care
Abstract: Human nurses can have peace of mind. Robotic jobs are safe and secure but a little help has come to the rescue to do multiple nursing tasks for them. Robot nurses helps nurses in hospitals. They have face recognition (cameras), voice recognition (microphones), arms and hands, and talks (speaker) with the patient, doctor, and nurses in eight human languages. Another responsibility is talking with those patients who do not have …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 37–41 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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A study to assess the clinical challenges among undergraduate nursing students in selected college of Mohali
Abstract: Clinical education is the important part of a nursing curriculum that needs a close relationship between theoretical and clinical areas. Clinical experience with learning clinical activities is helpful to link theory and practice to solve vital problem of health care, and to provide optimum care with critical thinking. The purpose of the study was to identify the clinical challenges among undergraduate nursing students in clinical learning environment. A quantitative research …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 21–31 Read article
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Effectiveness of an Educational Intervention on Body Mechanics and its Importance Among Staff Nurses at Nekemte Referral Hospital, Wollega Oromia Region, Ethiopia
Abstract: Practicing body mechanic technique is a very important aspect to protect the nurses from occupational related musculoskeletal injuries while performing the strenuous activities such as lifting, moving and transferring the patient. Objectives: The aim of the study is to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching program on knowledge regarding body mechanics and its importance among staff nurses at Nekemte Referral Hospital, Wollega, Oromia region, Ethiopia. Methodology: An institutional based one-group …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Nurses Turnover, Retention and Quality of Care Not Going Away, but Solutions Exist
Abstract: Nursing is a challenging profession mentally, emotionally and physically. Nurses work in a fast-paced environment, providing patient care, assuring family members and keeping up with the newest techniques and procedures. Because of the stress involved in nursing, many healthcare organizations have a high rate of nurse turnover. Nurse turnover is a global concern that is both costly for healthcare organizations, and in the context of the work environment, affects quality …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 50–53 Read article
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Non-Drug Management of Restless Legs Syndrome or Willis–Ekbom Disease
Abstract: Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a condition which causes an uncontrollable urge to move legs because of an uncomfortable sensation. It begins or worsens during periods of rest or inactivity, is partially or totally relieved by movements, and is exacerbated or occurs at night and in the evening. RLS sufferers represent 2%–3% of the population in the western countries. RLS, also known as Willis–Ekbom disease, can begin at any age …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 62–66 Read article
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The Mental and Physical Health Benefits of Yoga—Impact and Contribution
Abstract: Around the world, yoga is picking up fame as an open, worthy and cost-effective practice for mind and body. Individuals are going to yoga for emotional well-being improvement as a result of inclinations for self-treatment instead of clinical intercession; saw more prominent viability than prescription; fewer side effects and lack of response to medication. In this short article, we talk about the proof for yoga as a type of emotional …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 67–75 Read article
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A Brief Overview of Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation, its Etiology, Clinical Manifestations, Pathophysiology, and Management
Abstract: DIC is the short form of disseminated intravascular coagulation. Disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) may be defined as a generalized hypercoagulable state that leads to blood clotting in microvascular and macrovascular system of the body. This compromised blood flow, to multiple organs and tissues ultimately results in multiple organ dysfunction syndrome or MODS. DIC arise when the proteins that control blood clotting becomes overactive. Though it is a life threatening condition …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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COPA Model—A Vehicle for Educators to Move Forward
Abstract: The Competency Outcomes and Performance Assessment (COPA) model mainly aims to promote competence in academic and clinical performance of learners. It provides comprehensive behaviors or actions which contribute to evidence of practice. COPA model advocates a transition from the conventional method of assessment to competency and outcome-based evaluation. The main advantage of COPA model is patient safety. COPA framework is helping not only the learners, but also beneficial to the …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 47–53 Read article
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Occupational Stress among Health Workers in Treatment of COVID-19 (Corona Virus) Infected Patients in Government Hospital at Chennai, India
Abstract: The aim of the present study was to evaluate occupational stress among health workers intreatment of corona virus infected patients in Government Hospital. A cross-sectional studywas conducted with health workers in the areas of nursing and medicine in treatment of coronavirus infected patients in Government Hospital at Chennai. The data were collected betweenDecember 2019 and April 2020 by a questionnaire of characterization and Job Stress Scale. Adescriptive and univariate analysis …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 0, Issue 0, 2020 · pp. 48s–55s Read article
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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Laughter Therapy in Reduction of Stress among Nursing Students
Abstract: The study was conducted in a selected nursing colleges at Wayanad, Kerala and the data was collected using Modified Student Nurses Stress Index and the collected data was analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. In this study 50 nursing students were selected by simple random sampling technique. A standardized tool containing 24 questions was used to assess the level of stress among nursing students. Some demographic characteristics such as age, …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 42–49 Read article
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Parental Role Strain Regarding Online Class Among Parents of Pre-primary School Children: A Descriptive Study
Abstract: The present study was conducted to assess parental role strain regarding online class among parents of pre-primary school children at a selected school in Kottayam, Keral. The study aimed to evaluate the challenges experienced by parents of pre-primary school children in managing online classes and to investigate potential connections between parental role strain and certain demographic factors. Non-probability convenience sampling technique was used to select 43 parents of pre-primary school …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 13–17 Read article
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Care Burden of Care Givers of Children with Cerebral Palsy
Abstract: The purpose of the study was to assess the care burden among caregivers of children with cerebral palsy. The presentation of cerebral palsy can be global, mental and physical dysfunction or isolated disturbances in gait, cognition, growth, or sensation. It is frequently frightening for the family to hear the diagnosis of cerebral palsy. It excites powerful emotions in both parents. It reshapes the organization of the family. Unfortunately, in Kerala, …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 14–21 Read article
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Nutritional Status of Children below 10 Years of Age in Bhutramatti Village – A Cross Sectional Study
Abstract: Growth Monitoring is a screening tool to diagnose nutritional status at an early stage. A descriptive study was carried out to rule out nutritional status among children below the age of years and to identify children with growth deviation. The research study was conducted in Bhutramatti Village, Belagavi. Samples selected included school children below the age of 10 years who were selected using convenient sampling technique. The tool used or …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 Read article
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First aid Emergency for School Children
Abstract: Injuries are most common now a day and can happen at any point of time in our day to day life. Among them, injuries in school children rank a major part. The most common causes of school related injuries requiring hospitalization are falls and sports activities. Playground equipment related injuries occur on school playground during school hours and these require adequate supervision.First aid is provided in response to unpredictable illness …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 20–22 Read article
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Application of Betty Neuman Systems Model on Empower U Programme on Health Behaviors Among Early Adolescents
Abstract: Empower U programme is an educational programme designed to modify health related behaviors such as dietary practice, physical activity, and self-esteem in two repeated sessions for 1 hour with a gap of 3 days using lecture cum discussion method with the help of power point. In the present article, researcher investigated and applied Betty Neuman Systems model in Empower U programme to determine the effect of Empower U programme on …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 26–29 Read article
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Knowledge on Prevention of Dental Caries among Mothers of under Five Children
Abstract: Objective: The objective was to assess the level of knowledge on prevention of dental caries among mother’s of under five children, in pediatric OPD at Government Rajaji Hospital, Madurai. To associate the level of knowledge on prevention of dental caries among mother’s of under five children, with their selected socio-demographic variables. Hypotheses: There will be a significant association between the level of knowledge on prevention of dental caries among mothers …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 13–20 Read article
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Risk taking behaviors among adolescents in selected High schools of Bagalkot, Karnataka
Abstract: Adolescence has extensive been familiar as a period of keen risk taking and accordingly a stage that want special over vision from adults nevertheless prospects concerning this period and views of how adolescence should be treated have varied. Adolescents often engage in risky behaviors such as smoking, drinking alcohol, using drugs, and early unprotected sexual activity. Risky behaviors might pose a threat to adolescents’ future health. The adverse health consequences …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 21–24 Read article
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The Quality of Life Among Care Givers of Children With Special Needs in Selected Special With the View to Develop an Information Booklet on Strategies to Improve Their Quality of Life
Abstract: Background and purpose: Children are God given blessing to parents. The birth of a baby in a family is a happy event because he/she brings joy, happiness and expectation in the family. They wish to reproduce another who can carry on the culture and tradition of the family. There is a massive wound to the ego when the disability of the baby shatters their hope. Mother is expected to deal …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 33–47 Read article