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Time and Motion Study for Nurses: A Systematic Review
Abstract: Time motion study is concerned primarily with the increasing performance by measuring and then minimizing the time taken to perform various operations without compromising the quality of services. After its first introduction, time study developed in the direction of establishing standard times, while motion study evolved into a technique for improving work methods. The aim of this review is to summarize the available literatures on time and motion study on …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 28–35 Read article
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“Explore the Knowledge of Anganwadi worker’s regarding Malnutrition and problems faced by them”
Abstract: Introduction: As the Anganwadi worker is the key person in the ICDS program, her education level and knowledge of Malnutrition plays an important role related to her performance in the Anganwadi center. The purpose of ICDS is to improve the health, nutrition and growth & development of children. The present paper focuses on the Knowledge and problems of Anganwadi workers which they encounter there off. Objective- The functioning of AWWs …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 21–29 Read article
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EFFECTIVENESS OF BREATHING EXERCISES ON LUNG CAPACITY OF PATIENTS WITH RESPIRATORY DISORDERS
Abstract: Study was intended to assess the effectiveness of breathing exercises on lung capacity among experimental group. A total of 60 patients with respiratory disorder (30 each in experimental and control group) were selected. The approach used in this study was experimental approach and the design was quasi experimental with non-equivalent Pre-Test Post-Test Control Group Design. Pretest was done for 60 samples on the second day of admission by using spirometer. …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 68–75 Read article
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Attitude of Nursing Students towards Nursing Profession and Nursing Education
Abstract: Nursing is a concept that brings to mind a multiple ideas and images. These images include white uniforms, nursing caps, needles and bedpans, for others they include kindness, skills, compassion and intelligence [1]. In this era when nursing is no longer isolated in hospital or community settings, it is crucially important that the nursing professionals and other who would work with nurses have a clear meaning of the nursing profession …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 21–27 Read article
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A Pilot Study to Assess the Behavioural Problems Among Adolescents Studying in Selected Schools at Kottayam District, Kerala
Abstract: Adolescents are highly vulnerable to behavioural problems. This study meant to discover the occurrence of interactive problems among adolescents. It was also expected to discover relations between behavioural problems with nominated demographic variables. Objective: (1) To assess the prevalence of behavioural problems among adolescent, (2) To associate the prevalence of behavioural problems among adolescents with selected demographic variables. Design: Nonexperimental descriptive design. Setting: High schools and higher secondary schools of …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 102–108 Read article
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Workforce Challenges in Nursing
Abstract: Nursing fixes human society with a bond of maintenance and fondness. Nursing is a profession to care, which proposals an oasis of emotional stories and pool of trials. Despite of urbanization and globalization in India, the healthcare system in the country continues to face formidable changes. Nurses play an essential character in the healthcare industry, providing care to the patients and carrying out leadership roles in hospitals, health systems and …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 125–128 Read article
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Assessment of Knowledge on Anemia in Pregnancy among Antenatal Women
Abstract: Pregnancy brings a new meaning to the concept of beauty. According to the United Nations (UN) estimates, approximately 50% of the pregnant women suffer from anemia worldwide. The researcher did a study to assess the knowledge on anemia in pregnancy among antenatal women at selected hospital in Kanyakumari. A quantitative approach with descriptive research design was used. Prior to collection of data, permission was obtained from the Managing Director of …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 31–39 Read article
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Efficacy of self-instructional Module on Telemedicine among final year B.Sc Nursing students
Abstract: A quasi-experimental research study was conducted to know the efficacy of self-instructional module (SIM) on telemedicine among final year B.Sc. nursing students. The objective of the study was to know the efficacy of SIM on telemedicine. One group pretest and posttest research design was adapted. Simple random sampling method (Random Number Table) was used for selecting the sample of 30 students from final year B.Sc. nursing students. Structured questionnaire was …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 65–71 Read article
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Selfie Addiction - A New Generation Addiction Disorder
Abstract: India has the highest number of selfie deaths than any other country in the world, in the last two years. Exact prevalence is not known, but as per the experts, approximately 40% or higher percentage of teenage, young and adult population in the developed countries are suffering from the selfie addiction with the manifestations varying from mild to severe. They engage themselves in taking photos, posting it immediately and seeks …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 19–21 Read article
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A Quasi-experimental Study to Evaluate the Effectiveness of Normal Saline Compress on Thrombophlebitis among Patients in Selected Hospital, Krishnagiri District
Abstract: The present study was undertaken to assess the effectiveness of normal saline compress on thrombophlebitis among patients in selected hospital at Krishnagiri District. The aim of the study is: (1). To asses and compare the pre- and post-test levels of thrombophlebitis among patients in study group and control group. (2). To determine the effectiveness of normal saline compress on thrombophlebitis among patients in the study group. (3). To associate the …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 90–100 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Video-Assisted Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Ill Effects of Tobacco Use among High School Children in a Selected Higher Secondary School, Nagercovil
Abstract: Tobacco smoking contains chemicals that are harmful to the smokers and non-smokers. Of the more than 7000 chemicals in tobacco smoke, at least 250 are known to be harmful. Among the 250 known harmful chemicals in tobacco smoking, at least 69 can cause cancer. The aim of the study is to evaluate the effectiveness of video-assisted teaching programme on knowledge regarding ill effects of tobacco use among high school children. …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 77–89 Read article
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Current Trends in Nursing Informatics and Nurses Perspective
Abstract: Nursing informatics is the specialty that integrates nursing science with multiple information management and analytical sciences to identify, define, manage and communicate data, information, knowledge and wisdom in nursing practice. As a nursing informaticist, one works with patient data on computer systems. Technologies evolved as a need to improve health care systems are known as computerized provider order entry (CPOE), electronic medical records (EMR), HIMSS, etc. Using nursing informatics, devices …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 30–34 Read article
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Talent Management: A Key for Success of an Organization
Abstract: Talent management is the science of using strategic human resource planning to improve organizational value and to make it possible for organizations to reach their common goals. The name itself suggests that managing the ability, capacity, competency and power of employees to perform within an organization. Human resource management would ideally include talent management in an organization; however, some organizsations have human resource departments which are highly transactional instead of …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 5–8 Read article
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Parental Attitude and Involvement in Care towards Their Mentally Retarded Children
Abstract: Mentally retarded children are socially marginalized and rejected by almost all sections of the community. A descriptive study was conducted to assess parental attitude and involvement in care towards their mentally retarded children in selected special schools of Ernakulum district, Kerala. Using purposive sampling technique, 150 parents of mentally retarded children who met inclusion and exclusion criteria were selected. Data were collected using parental attitude and parental involvement rating scale …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 32–36 Read article
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Mnemonics and Nursing
Abstract: Being able to remember new and unfamiliar material is very necessary for the success of students. As all the students move through high school to college and university and beyond, larger amounts of new information and the content that is presented to them is very complex. Mnemonics are various strategies that help to retain very complex information or facts and figures in the long-term memory. Thus, these are some of …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 19–25 Read article
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Maternal Satisfaction in Providing Tactile and Kinaesthetic Stimulation to Preterm Newborn
Abstract: Background: Preterm neonates are the babies born before 37 completed weeks of gestation. Most of the preterm newborns require continuous observation and care. Studies proved that when the mothers are involved in giving care to the babies in NICU, it may reduce the postnatal stress among them, and also improves the maternal–child interaction. This study aimed to involve the mothers to provide tactile and kinaesthetic stimulation (TKS) for the preterm …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 8–12 Read article
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Development of a Questionnaire and Guideline to Find Out the Knowledge of Adolescent Girls Regarding Reproductive Health
Abstract: Introduction: The adolescent population is the future of every country. Therefore, adolescent girls should be aware about the changes during puberty, menstruation and other reproductive health knowledge that help them in maintaining and promoting their health and can prevent many problems raised out of insufficient knowledge. To check the effectiveness of reproductive health education program for adolescent school going girls, it is necessary to develop the tool. The questionnaire was …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 44–49 Read article
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Effectiveness of Psycho-Education Program for Attitude of Family Caregivers of Patient’s with Bipolar Affective Disorder, Sudan, 2017–2019
Abstract: Background: A study was conducted to assess the effectiveness of psycho-education program on family caregivers’ attitude of patients with BAD at El-Tigani El-Mahi Psychiatric Teaching Hospital, Sudan. It exhibited excellent benefits when administered to those with bipolar affective disorders, reducing both re-hospitalization rates and number of days a person spends in the hospital. Aim: The main aim of the study was to assess the effectiveness of psycho-education for attitude of …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 76–83 Read article
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Quality of Life Model: Categories of 3b’s
Abstract: Quality of life (QOL) is one of the important aspects to live our life with happiness without any kind of physical and mental illnesses. The World Health Organization (WHO) describes quality of life as how individuals view their position in life in the setting of cultural value-systems in which they live in relation to their goals, hopes, expectations, standards and concerns. QOL is the subjective perception and evaluation of people’s …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 24–28 Read article
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A Perfect Day at Work: Workplace Etiquette for Nurses
Abstract: Nursing is characterized by professional relationships among different people in numerous settings.Nurses being an important member of the health team need to work in co-operation and harmony forthe care of the sick. Professional etiquette helps to polish the communication skills and strengthenrelationships with patients, families, and colleagues. Mastering proper etiquette skill will endear thenurses to the patients, fosters confidence in co-workers and to impress the superiors. This articlepresents some tips …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 85–90 Read article