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171 articles for “maintenance”
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Effectiveness of cardiac rehabilitation program to enhance quality of life on patients with post myocardial infarction (2015)
Abstract: Introduction: Myocardial infarction is a life threatening heart disease and a major public health problem all over the world. Health is defined by WHO is a state of complete mental and physical, social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity and this applies as a whole to rehabilitation of cardiac patients. Cardiac rehabilitation (CR) is the enhancement and maintenance of cardiovascular health through individualized programs designed to …
Published in International Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 27–35 Read article
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Effect of acupressure on intradialytic hypertension among patients undergoing hemodialysis
Abstract: : A quasi experimental study was done to assess the effectiveness of acupressure on intradialytic hypertension among patients undergoing hemodialysis in Holy Cross Hospital, Kottiyam, Kollam. The objectives of the study were to assess the pre-test scores of IDH in experimental group(Group I) and control group (Group II), to determine the post-test scores of IDH among Group I after acupressure and in Group II, to evaluate the effectiveness of acupressure …
Published in International Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 39–47 Read article
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Stem Cell Therapy
Abstract: Stem cells are unspecialized cells that develop into the specialized cells that make up the different types of tissue in the human body. They are characterized by the ability to renew themselves through mitotic cell division and differentiating into a diverse range of specialized cell types. They are vital to the development, growth, maintenance, and repair of our brains, bones, muscles, nerves, blood, skin, and other organs. Stem cells are …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 32–44 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge regarding Hydrotherapy among Staff Nurses in Selected Hospitals at Mysore
Abstract: A study to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge about hydrotherapy among staff nurses in selected hospitals at Mysore. The objectives of the study were: 1. To assess the pretest knowledge of staff nurses regarding hydrotherapy. 2. To administer the structured teaching programme regarding hydrotherapy among staff nurses. 3. To assess the post test knowledge of staff nurses regarding hydrotherapy. 4. To assess the effectiveness of structured …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 23–28 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Knowledge and Express Practice of Post Kidney Transplant Patients Regarding the Dietary Management for COVID-19 in Selected Hospital of Ahmedabad with a View to Prepare an Information Booklet on Prevention of COVID-19
Abstract: Introduction: The COVID-19 pandemic is currently the most pressing issue on a global scale. To combat viruses, a healthy nutritional state must be attained and maintained. A person's nutritional status is influenced by a number of variables, including age, gender, health status, way of life, and drugs. During this COVID-19 pandemic, the nutritional status of individuals has been exploited as a resilience against instability. Strengthening the immune system is the …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 38–40 Read article
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Principles of Fluid Management in Critical Care
Abstract: Critically ill patients are those who are at risk of developing acute cardiovascular insufficiency or shock from any cause. The most common cause of shock has some degree of insufficient intravascular volume and fluid- electrolyte imbalance. Fluid therapy is a dynamic intervention and Volume expansion with fluid is recognized as first step of resuscitation. IV fluid therapy is routinely prescribed across a broad range of clinical settings, including the management …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 50–56 Read article
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Effectiveness of Psychodrama on Self Esteem Among Nursing Students at Selected College of Nursing at Kanyakumari District, Tamil Nadu, India
Abstract: Self-esteem is a human basic need, where people need to feel worth of living. Self-esteem is important in the maintenance of the self-concept. This study aims to assess the effectiveness of psychodrama therapy on self-esteem among adolescents in B.Sc. (N) 2nd year students. Psychodrama is a group psychotherapy technique that employs unique dramatic methods to investigate personality traits, interpersonal relationships, conflicts, and emotional issues. The sample size consists of 40 …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 17–22 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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Effectiveness of Information Booklet on Knowledge Regarding Tracheostomy Care Among Nursing Officers Working in Intensive Care Units of SKIMS, Soura Srinagar
Abstract: Introduction: Tracheostomy is a procedure in which an artificial opening is made in trachea by separating the muscles beneath the skin after given incision on it. It can be done on routine or emergency basis. It is one of the frequently done procedures in modern surgery. It is usually done in clients suffering from respiratory obstruction or need long time ventilation by mechanical means. It is done in about 24% …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 5–11 Read article
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Breastfeeding in Infants: A Critical Overview
Abstract: Breast feeding is one of the gifts for mother to feed her baby which is ideal food and there is no substitute for breast milk. Breast feeding is to meet the nutritional needs of infant and child. Breast milk is natural readymade food which is most suitable for neonates because of its nutritional value, protection from the infection and provides warmth. After birth of baby till six months of age …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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A Descriptive Study to Assess the Knowledge and Attitude Regarding Breast Self-examination among Girls in Selected Colleges of the City and to Develop and Disseminate an Informational Booklet on Breast Self-examination
Abstract: Background: Prevention is better than cure measures should be taken to prevent cancerous lesion by detecting it at earliest stage. Breast screening in general population has shown to reduce mortality and helps to detect it at earliest stage. Breast self-examination is a technique that all women can use to assess their own breasts. Women familiar with their own normal breast characteristics can easily notice the development of abnormalities early. Each …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 45–52 Read article