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Use and Views on Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) in Elderly Patients
Abstract: Introduction: Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) is being increasingly used by people all over the world. Geriatrics is a specialty that focuses on care of elderly people. The objective is to enhance the health of older adults by both preventing and addressing diseases and disabilities. Geriatrics stands apart from conventional adult medicine due to its specialized emphasis on addressing the distinct requirements of the elderly population. Hence, they prefer more …
Published in International Journal of Geriatric Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 17–22 Read article
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Nutritional Status and Morbidity Pattern of Girls Residing at Selected Female Halls in Tangail District, Bangladesh
Abstract: Health and nutritional status of the hostel girls were observed during the January 2014 to December 2014 as a cross sectional study. A total number of 350 girls at the age of 18-25 years old were taken from the university girls’ hostel for the assessment of health, nutritional and morbidity status. A semi structured questionnaire was used to collect relevant information. In this study it was observed that 35.7% girls …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 1, Issue 1-2, 2015 · pp. 8–14 Read article
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Assess the Effectiveness of Video-assisted Teaching Programme Regarding Knowledge of Stem Cells and Cord Blood Banking among Pregnant Women.
Abstract: What could be more precious than gifting an unborn child to fight against various diseases for the rest of his/her life? Stem cells and cord blood banking is an emerging trend, where most part of this country is blind to. The main objective of this study was to assess effectiveness of video assisted teaching programme on knowledge regarding stem cells and cord blood banking among pregnant women. Pre-experimental, one group …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 18–22 Read article
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Biopsychosocial Approach in Asthma
Abstract: The bio-psycho-social model of health and illness proposed by Eagel (1977) [P1] implies that behaviours, thought and feelings may influence a physical state. The basic principle says that the person suffers as a whole and not as isolated organs. In holistic approach to wellness, we should consider the personality, the emotional dimensions and the socio- environmental condition of the patient. As asthma is a controllable disease, the aim of asthma …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 23–27 Read article
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Perceived Stress and Coping Strategies Among the Parents of Hospitalized Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia Patient During COVID-19 Pandemic in Bhubaneswar
Abstract: The present study is to identify the perceived stress and coping strategies among parents of hospitalized patient withacute lymphoblastic leukemia in the Covid pandemic situation at IMS & SUM hospital of Bhubaneswar, Odisha, A non-experimental which was descriptive in nature was selected for purpose to assess the perceived stress and coping strategies among parents of hospitalized patient with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia in the Covid pandemic situation at IMS and SUM …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Effectiveness of Video-assisted Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Norovirus Among People Residing in Thiruvanmiyur and Palavakkam at Chennai
Abstract: The present research was to evaluate the impact of a video-assisted training programme on residents of Thiruvanmiyur and Palavakkam in Chennai's awareness of the norovirus. Background of the study: Norovirus is a highly contagious etiological agent of acute gastroenteritis with a worldwide distribution. Norovirus produces vomiting and diarrhoea in all age groups. Objectives: To determine the effectiveness of video-assisted teaching on Norovirus among the experimental group and find out the …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 16–22 Read article
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Effectiveness of Acupressure on Quantity of Expressed Breast Milk (EBM) Among Preterm Mothers Admitted to the Postnatal and Kangaroo Mother Care Wards of Kasturba Hospital, Manipal
Abstract: Objective: To assess the impact of acupressure on the volume of breast milk expression. Design: A design involving a quasi-experimental approach with a post-test-only control group. Setting: Postnatal and kangaroo mother care wards of Kasturba Hospital Manipal. Participants: 42 preterm mothers delivered between 30–34 weeks of gestation who were expressing breast milk for their neonates. Intervention: The study had two groups, experimental and control group. The first 21 preterm mothers …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 24–29 Read article
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Effectiveness of Protocol on Standard Precautions for the Prevention of Infections in Terms of Practice among Staff Nurses working in Tertiary Care Hospital, Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Abstract: Nosocomial infection in the severe care unit (ICU) is connected with enlarged mortality, morbidity and span of stay. It is defined as contamination that begins 48 hours after charge to hospital. The commonest types are ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP), central line-associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI), catheter-related urinary tract infection (CAUTI) and surgical site infection (SSI). The common pathogens include Staphylococcus aureus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Candida, Escherichia coli and Klebsiella species. Antimicrobial resistance is …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 12–20 Read article
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Posttraumatic Behavioral and Cognitive Alterations Among Patients With Head Injury
Abstract: Trauma to the Central Nervous System constitutes an important cause of death and permanent disability. According to CDC the yearly incidence of TBI is eight times greater than that of breast cancer and 34 times greater than HIV/AIDS. TBI meaningfully touch cognitive, physical, and emotional skills. It comprises ambulation, equilibrium, coordination, fine motor skills, strength, communication, data processing, and recollection and so on. Need for the study: injury to the …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 21–28 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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Empowerment of Diabetic Clients with Knowledge on Foot Care Management
Abstract: Diabetic foot lesions are responsible for more hospitalizations than any other complication of diabetes. Diabetes is the leading cause of nontraumatic lower extremity amputations, with approximately 5% of diabetics developing foot ulcers each year and 1% requiring amputation. Diabetic foot ulcers, occur as a result of various factors, such as mechanical changes in conformation of the bony architecture of the foot, peripheral neuropathy, and atherosclerotic peripheral arterial disease, all of …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 20–24 Read article
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Assessment of Preventive Health Behavior to Prevent Swine Flu Among School Children
Abstract: Currently influenza occurs in all countries and affects millions of people every year. Influenza is truly an International disease. It may occur pandemic in every 10 to 40 years. This study was aimed to create awareness and to develop preventive health behaviour among school children. Methods: The Descriptive co relational study design was adapted at St. Ann’s School at Mangadu, total enumerative sampling technique was used, self-structured MCQ questions were …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 16–23 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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Effect of Self-Instructional Module (SIM) on knowledge regarding prevention of Varicose Vein among Traffic Police at Bellary Dist.’’
Abstract: The aim of the study was to evaluate the effectiveness of self-instructional module on knowledge regarding prevention of varicose veins among traffic police personnel in a selected police station, Bellary.Objectives:Determine the present knowledge of traffic police personnel on prevention of varicose veins by administering self-structured knowledge questionnaires.Find out the effectiveness of self-instructional module on prevention of varicose veins as measured by gain in post test knowledge score by administering the …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 6–13 Read article
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Offloading Strategies on Wound Healing Among Patients with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
Abstract: Diabetes can develop foot ulcer and foot pain, but good foot care can help to prevent complication, apart from that we used offloading strategies for patients with diabetic foot ulcers prevent complication. Objectives: To assess the effectiveness of offloading strategies on wound healing among patients with diabetic foot ulcer. Design: Quasi experimental where Non-equivalent post-test only control group design. Setting: Sri Manickam Hospital and Sugam Hospital, Rasipuram. Thirty diabetic foot …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 47–54 Read article
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To Assess the Compliance and Reason for Non-Compliance to Life Style Modification Among Patients With Renal Calculi in Selected Settings in Chennai
Abstract: The present study was taken up to assess the compliance and reason for noncompliance to lifestyle modification among renal calculi patients in selected settings in Chennai. It was a descriptive study conducted among 60 renal calculi patients who are attending in the out patient department. The study result showed that 66.7% of the samples are having high compliance and 33.3% of the samples are having moderate compliance to life style …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Level of Anxiety Among the Mothers of Thalassemic Children
Abstract: The aim of study was to assess the level of anxiety among the mothers of Thalassemic children. Becoming a mother is an important stage in every women life. This study includes assessing the level of anxiety among mothers of thalassemic children A descriptive study was used with purposive sampling technique. A Modified Hamilton anxiety scale was used to assess the level of anxiety among 30 mothers at Guru Nanak Dev …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 48–52 Read article
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Knowledge Regarding use of Water Low Scale in Prolonged Bedridden Patients among Staff Nurses in Selected Hospital, Bangalore
Abstract: ABSTRACT Introduction and objectives: A sound skin makes you feel good and look good. Healthy skin is often an indicator of our holistic wellness. Skin is an active and largest organ in our body. Nurses perform all procedures but they allocate less time to the important organ. Patient confined to bed and wheel chair has limited mobility and likely to develop pressure sores. A National survey conducted by the disease …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 76–79 Read article