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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Computer Assisted Teaching on Knowledge Regarding Antenatal Care among Primigravida Mothers at Selected Hospitals of Amritsar (Punjab)
Abstract: Nurses are in a unique position to educate and empower women, through the phases of child birth, for them to achieve a healthy pregnancy with the optimum outcome of a healthy baby. Despite various measures taken to reduce maternal mortality and morbidity, it remains very high in India. Knowledge and awareness about care risks associated with pregnancy among women can help them to seek maternal care services and reduce maternal …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 15–25 Read article
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Are nurses aware regarding danger signs of labour? A cross- sectional screening in a tertiary care centre in north India”
Abstract: : Awareness of danger signs during labour is one of the essential aspects of maternal well being that enhances early diagnosis and treatment as it augments reduction in maternal and infant mortality. The objective of the study was to assess the knowledge regarding danger signs of labour among the nurses and to find out the association between the selected demographic variables and their knowledge score. A cross sectional descriptive research …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 19–23 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Self Concept among Adolescents
Abstract: The present study was conducted to assess the self concept among adolescents. The objectives of the study were; to assess the self concept among adolescent population using self concept inventory and find the association between the self concepts with selected demographic variable. Non-experimental quantitative approach was used and research design adopted for the study is descriptive survey design. The study was carried out in Ward 34 of Thrikkakara municipality. A …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Effect of Foot Reflexology on Postoperative Pain Among Patients After Gastrointestinal Surgery
Abstract: An interventional study was conducted to assess the effect of Reflexology on postoperative pain among patients after gastrointestinal surgery at Sri Ramakrishna Hospital, Coimbatore. Quasi experimental pretest–posttest with control group design was adopted and purposive sample of 24 participants after 6 hrs of surgery were included for the study. Informed consent was obtained from the selected patients after brief explanation of the study and intervention. A pretest was done using …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 23–29 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Planned Teaching Programme (PTP) on Knowledge regarding Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE) among Staff Nurses Working in Critical Care Units in JSS Hospital at Mysuru
Abstract: Background: The main aim of the study was to determine the effectiveness of planned teaching programme (PTP) on knowledge regarding personnel protective equipment (PPE) among staff nurses working in critical care units at JSS Hospital Mysuru. Methods: The research approach chosen for the study is quasi-experimental group pre-test post-test approach. The total samples were 60 selected by purposive sampling with in staff nurses working in critical care units at JSS …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 26–29 Read article
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A Study to Evaluate the Effectiveness of Information Booklet Regarding Vaccine Preventable Diseases Among Mothers of Under Five Children, at Vantamuri Primary Health Centre, Vantamuri, Belagavi, Karnataka
Abstract: A study was conducted on a sample of 30 selected under five mother at Vantamuri primary health Centre, Vantamuri, Belagavi Objectives of the study were; To assess the knowledge of mothers of under five children, regarding Vaccine Preventable Diseases by pretest. To develop an Information Booklet on Vaccine Preventable Diseases for Mothers of under five children. To implement Information Booklet for mothers of under five children regarding Vaccine Preventable Diseases. …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 38–42 Read article
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A Comparative Study on the Self-Concept Among Working and Nonworking Women Residing in Selected Areas of Dera Bassi, District Mohali Punjab
Abstract: The present study was conducted with the purpose to assess and compare the self-concept of working and nonworking women residing in selected areas of Dera Bassi, Distt. Mohali Punjab and also to find association of self-concept of working and nonworking women with selected demographic variables. The Conceptual model of present study was based on component of self-concept given by the North American Nursing Diagnosis Association 2009. Self-structured 5 point Likert …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 36–70 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Structure Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Intravenous Cannulation Management and, It’s Complication among Staff Nurses in Selected Hospital Mahesana City
Abstract: Background -Intravenous cannulation is a method in which a cannula is located inside a vein to deliver venous admittance. Venous access allows sampling of blood, as well as administration of fluids, medication, parental nutrition, chemotherapy, and blood products. Intravenous therapy is one of the most commonly achieved events in hospitalized patients, it leftovers vulnerable to infections and noninfectious difficulty. Venipuncture is the most commonly performed invasive procedures in hospitals. IV …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Patient Safety Among Second-Year B.Sc. Nursing
Abstract: Patient safety is an important and essential component of quality of care. It’s important to know about patient safety including system impact on the safety and quality of health care in future roles and to manage various strategies to resolve and prevent errors and complication, as well as evaluate results to improve long-term performance whether in hospital or any setting. The aim of this study was to determine the effectiveness …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 23–25 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Video Assisted Teaching Regarding Total Parenteral Nutrition on Knowledge and Practice Among Staff Nurses Working at Critical Care Unit, MGMCRI, At Puducherry
Abstract: Background: Adequate nutrition is vital for growth and development of children starting from conception to maturity. Almost all nutritional disorders like protein energy malnutrition, anaemia, rickets, and nutritional blindness occur in this age group. The early use of adequate parenteral nutrition minimizes weight loss, and improves growth and neurons developmental outcome, and appears to reduce the risk of mortality and later adverse outcomes, such as necrotizing enter colitis and bronco …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 13–19 Read article
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Knowledge on Post-Exposure Prophylaxis among Nursing Students
Abstract: Objective: The objective was to assess the level of knowledge on post-exposure prophylaxis among IInd year General Nursing Midwifery (GNM) students at the School of Nursing, Madurai Medical College, Madurai. The study was done to associate the level of knowledge on post-exposure prophylaxis among IInd year General Nursing Midwifery students at School of Nursing with their selected socio-demographic variables. Conceptual Frame Work: The conceptual framework used to guide this study …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 5–12 Read article
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Retrospective Quantitative Assessment on Difference in Hearing Impairment of Users and Non-Users of Headphones
Abstract: Introduction: Hearing is one of the central functions of the body, with sight and taction. Hearing facilitate individual to collaborate with his surroundings at all zone. Human hearing elongate in oscillations ranges from 20-20,000 Hertz (Hz) whereas in magnitude from 0 to140 decibels (dB) or more. Technology is affective along day by day, leaving us all ambushed in gratification and cheerfulness with atrocious effects on health. Headphones and earphones are …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 57–66 Read article
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Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Registered Staff Nurses on Intramuscular Injection with A View to Prepare a Self-Instruction Module in a Selected Hospital of Pune City
Abstract: The study was aimed to assess the knowledge attitude and practice of staff nurses of administering intramuscular injection with a view to prepare and validate the self-instruction module (SIM) on sites and techniques of intramuscular injections. Research approach used was descriptive, exploratory survey approach. The study sample comprised of 100 samples, i.e. 34, and 66 samples from degree Aand diploma in nursing, respectively, through a stratified random sampling technique. Data …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 30–36 Read article
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Knowledge and Practice Regarding Infection Control and Standard Precaution Among Nurses in Critical Care Unit
Abstract: Quantitative non-experimental descriptive exploratory research design is used for this study. Thirty samples from Almas Hospital, Kottakkal Kerala, India, were selected by non-probability purposive sampling technique. Socio-demographic data were assessed using structured questionnaire and observational check list. Data were analyzed and interpreted by descriptive and inferential statistics. Data collection tools were structured questionnaire and observational checklist. Results and Conclusion: The analysis revealed that a majority of the staff nurses have …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 21–29 Read article
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Effectiveness of Therapeutic Communication Training Programme for Nurses on Patient Satisfaction among Chronically Ill Patients
Abstract: Introduction: Communication is a sophisticated subject which consists of written texts and non-verbal cues. Therapeutic communication is an effective and important tool for provision of quality of care to the patients. This can be fundamental in the recovery or death process of a patient. The quality of therapeutic communication is thought to predict patient’s general satisfaction. Patient satisfaction is an important component of health care industry in this competitive modern …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 42–53 Read article
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Knowledge on First Aid Regarding Selected Minor Ailments among the Asha Workers
Abstract: First aid management is the temporary and immediate treatment given to a person who is injured and suddenly illby using resources at the time before regular medical help is provided.The ASHA (Accredited Social Health Activists)is the major link between the rural people and health services. They provide service at the point of care, often in the patient’s home and at the place of emergencies in the community. Training them in …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Assess the Risk Factors Predisposing to Renal Diseases among Patients Admitted in a Selected Hospital in Kottakkal with a View to Prepare a Module on Reclamation of Renal Function
Abstract: We have wondered how the bones stay healthy and what exactly controls the blood pressure. It makes us think about the granted roles of kidneys in keeping us sturdy and strong. The pair of bean-shaped organs known as kidneys perform crucial and sophisticated functions within our bodies, such as processing 200 quarts of blood to eliminate two quarts of excess waste and water through urine on a daily basis. Renal …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 46–53 Read article
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Quality of Life among Subjects Undergoing Peritoneal Dialysis
Abstract: The increasing global epidemic of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) continues to be a serious challenge for many developing countries. The quality of life among subjects requiring dialysis is affected radically. Not only that, but it also affects greatly other dimensions of health. Peritoneal dialysis is not a cure for CKD but helps to prolong and improve the subject’s QOL. Moreover, gaining knowledge on renal diseases and their treatment would increase …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 54–61 Read article
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Perceived Knowledge regarding Braden Scale among Critical Care Nurses
Abstract: Background: Pressure ulcer is a common and traumatic health condition, especially in the elderly or physically impaired and most bedridden patients. More than 80% of a bedridden patient will always develop bedsores. The Braden scale is a widely used pressure ulcer risk assessment tool. The current study focuses on assessing the level of knowledge of critical care nurses on pressure ulcer prevention using the Braden scale. Methods: The researcher adopted …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 82–87 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Video Assisted Teaching Program on Knowledge Regarding Refractive Errors Among School Going Children in Selected Schools at Bangalore
Abstract: The focus of this study to assess the effectiveness of video assisted teaching program on knowledge regarding refractive errors among school going children in selected schools at Bangalore. Eyes are the reflector of the soul and the body’s casement to the outside world. The goal of learning initiate in childhood and the correctness of a child’s vision can extremely affect or alter his/her learning capacity. This type of vision error …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 15–22 Read article