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131 articles for “Delay”
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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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A Nurse Led Telephonic Follow UP On Post-operative Surgical Site Adjustment of Ostomates During Covid 19 Outbreak in India
Abstract: Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is an infection caused by the novel SARS-CoV-2 virus, first detected in China in December 2019 and declared a pandemic by the World Health Organization (WHO) on 11 March 2020. The corona virus pandemic raised lots of concern for our cancer clients as they were not able to attend OPDs and continue treatment. The delay in receiving of the stoma appliances and no availability due to …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 34–39 Read article
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Therapeutic positioning in CCU
Abstract: Repositioning is conceptualized as turning the patient from side to side when lying in bed or on a similar surface. Healthy individuals change positions, even during sleep, approximately every 12 min. A variety of sensory cues prompt a change in body position. These sensory cues prevent detrimental effects of prolonged periods of immobility. Individuals who have neurological impairments must rely on others to reposition them to prevent hazards of immobility. …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 28–35 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Local Cold Application Prior to Intramuscular Injection for Reducing Needle Stick Pain among the Patients in Selected Hospitals at Amritsar
Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Pain is highly unpleasant and very personal sensation. It is not just a physical feeling. It affects on one’s attitude and personality. The world is full of unexplained pain, has many possible causes. All persons either Infants or adults have pain during their life time from different reasons, it may be due to any injury or any infection. For the treatment of said causes they needs medical attention but …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 48–54 Read article
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A Study to Assess Bowel Pattern, its Associated Factors and Impact on Clinical Outcomes among Critically ill Patients Admitted in ICUs of a Tertiary Care Hospital, Ludhiana, Punjab
Abstract: Background: Defecation and gastrointestinal motility functions are important in critically ill patients as they affect the quality of life. However, scant attention has been given to abnormal bowel pattern in critically ill patients. Aim: The objective of the present study was to assess bowel pattern, its associated factors, and impact on clinical outcomes among critically ill patients. Methods: A prospective cohort study was conducted on 50 critically ill patients who …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 9–17 Read article
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Effects of Swallowing and Oral Care Intervention on Reducing Postextubation Dysphagia among Critically Ill Patients
Abstract: Background: Endotracheal Intubation (ETI) is a life-sustaining technique required for critically ill patients to support mechanical ventilation. However, postextubation dyphagia is a common complication of ETI. Postextubation dysphagia negatively affects patients’ outcomes, leading to delayed recommencement of oral intake, poor quality of life, aspiration pneumonia, longer ICU and hospital stays, and increased 90-day mortality. Moreover, the high economic burdens on public health care systems. Early identification of patients at risk …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 39–51 Read article
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Effectiveness of a Structured Teaching Program on Knowledge Regarding the Prevention of Ear Infection Among Mothers of Under-Five Children, Admitted in Pediatric Wards at SKIMS, Soura
Abstract: Aim: The prevalence of ear infections, particularly acute otitis media, in children can vary by region and may be influenced by factors such as access to healthcare, hygiene practices, and vaccination rates. Ear infections rank among the most widespread childhood ailments globally. They affect a significant number of children in various countries, both in developed and developing regions. Ear infections can have seasonal variations, with some regions experiencing higher rates …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 19–25 Read article
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To Assess Patient Satisfaction toward Nursing Care in Hemodialysis Centers in Al Academy Hospital at Khartoum State, Sudan, 2017
Abstract: AbstractImproving patient satisfaction has become one of the primary aim for a lot of increase healthcare providers(4). This is a descriptive cross-sectional hospital based study. It was conducted in AL academy Teaching Hospital with main aim to assess patient’s satisfaction in heamodialysis unit . it involved (73) subjects covered totally, average age group between 26-35 is high percentage (55%), most of participate is male (58%). The participate is secondary (41.1%).the …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 42–54 Read article
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Effectiveness of Counselling on Knowledge Regarding Appropriate Complementary Feeding Practices Among Mothers of Young Children
Abstract: Introduction: Appropriate infant and young child feeding (IYCF) practices are essential for the nutritional status, health, optimal physical and mental growth, cognitive development, overall well-being in early vulnerable years as well as in later life and ultimately for the survival of children. Faulty feeding practices, such as early or delayed initiation of complementary feeding (CF) offering the wrong foods, not meeting the nutritional requirement of the child and discontinuing breastfeeding, …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 37–43 Read article
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Application of Health Belief Model in Health Seeking Behaviour of Mothers
Abstract: The present study investigated the health seeking behaviour and its influential factors in child care among mothers of under-fives in selected area Anganawadies of Njarakkal Panchayat, Ernakulum, Kerala. The Rosenstock’s health belief model was adopted to study the health seeking behaviour in child care and its influential factors among mothers of under-five. The researcher also intended to assess the association between health seeking behaviour in child care among mothers of …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 62–65 Read article
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Prevalence of Maternal Morbidity: A Case Study of Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria
Abstract: Prevalence of Maternal morbidity was studied in Owerri, Imo State south eastern Nigeria from January to December, 2016. A total of 41 hospitals and 10 primary health care centres were selected for the study. A structured questionnaire comprising of 2 sections: A. Institutional record and B. Maternal mortality, was used to collect clinical data relating to ante natal care and maternal morbidity. The questionnaires were administered on Medical directors and …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 46–56 Read article