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30 articles for “Respiratory Care”
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Perception of caregivers’ stress while caring for Tracheostomy Patients -Literature Review
Abstract: Tracheostomy, a surgical procedure that creates a direct airway through an opening in the trachea, is essential for patients with respiratory challenges requiring prolonged mechanical ventilation or those with upper airway obstructions. This research paper explores the procedural aspects of tracheostomy, the associated complications, and the critical role of proper tube selection and maintenance. The paper also examines the stress experienced by caregivers of tracheostomy patients, highlighting the specific emotional, …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 29–35 Read article
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Airway Maintenance in Intensive Care Units
Abstract: Respiratory distress is a serious issue in critical care units. Maintaining patent airways is the basic vital procedure in intensive care units. Maintain Airways (Airway Management) is performed by various methods depending on the extent of trauma and need of ventilation and oxygen saturation. Nurses assist patients round the clock for basic and advanced care. It will be of crucial importance for nurses to know and understand the various methods …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 28–37 Read article
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Hospital-Like Care within home for all Ages and Abilities
Abstract: Home is a place of comfort and freedom of expression, movement and existence. For a medically unfit person, home is also a place of solace, healing and recuperation. When it comes to designing a space for a person with disability or limitation owing to age or ill-health, parameters which need consideration are adaptability, safety and simplicity. Patients with chronic conditions requiring long- term care, desire to live a life of …
Published in International Journal of Architecture and Infrastructure Planning · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 1–4 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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Bullous Lung Disease – A Review
Abstract: Bullous lung disorder is a malfunction featured by the presence of bullae in one or both the lung fields, with typically normal intervening lung, but the case of bullous emphysema is the presence of bullae in a patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and is observed by the presence of centrilobular emphysema in the nonbullous lung. The major technique used to assess the bullae formed in Lungs is by …
Published in International Journal of Animal Biotechnology and Applications · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 5–9 Read article
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Immune Cells and Hematology Minimally Affected in Health Care Workers Working with COVID-19 Patients
Abstract: Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (COVID-19) is a novel coronavirus that was first discovered in Wuhan, China in 2019. Its rapid spread around the world led to fear and stress among people, especially health care workers (HCWs). HCWs may experience both physical and psychological stress due to their high risk of acquiring diseases from patients. This study aimed, for the first time in Saudi Arabia, to determine the effects …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 23–35 Read article
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Neurophysiological Facilitation in Meconium Aspiration Syndrome – A Rare Case Report
Abstract: Aim: To present a rare case of a neonate with meconium aspiration syndrome treated with neurophysiological facilitation therapy, demonstrating significant improvements in respiratory function and oxygenation. Purpose: To assess the efficacy of neurophysiological facilitation in improving respiratory distress and reducing the need for mechanical respiratory support in a neonate diagnosed with meconium aspiration syndrome, respiratory distress syndrome. Methodology: This case report follows the progress of a male neonate born at …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 6–13 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 evaluate the effectiveness of IEC package regarding knowledge on tracheostomy care among 4 th semester BSc Nursing students of SDM nursing college Dharwad
Abstract: Tracheostomy is one of the essential procedure for the patients admitted with respiratory problems, and nursing students play a vital role in management and delivering of effective care for such patients. The goal of this study is to assess the effectiveness of an Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) intervention for fourth-semester nursing students, as many students lack sufficient knowledge in managing patients with tracheostomies. This research adopts a quantitative approach, …
Published in International Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 Read article
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Closing Gaps in Asthma Care: Role of Nurse in Addressing Challenges, Barriers and Opportunities in Universal health coverage
Abstract: Background: Chronic respiratory illness is increasing and are a health burden in India, there are nearly 37 million asthmatics around the world. India contributes to 11.1 per cent of the global asthma burden and accounts for over 42 per cent of related deaths making it the asthma capital of the world. According to The Global asthma report (2018), the barriers to implementing successful treatment methods for Asthma in India is …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 34–38 Read article
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Hypertonic Saline Nebulized Suctioning for Tracheostomy Patients
Abstract: Context: In tracheostomy patients they are stressors that remove the secretions from suctioning apart from can be used as the hypertonic saline nebulisation for patient with tracheotomy. Aims of the study: To assess the effectiveness of hypertonic saline nebulised suctioning on respiratory parameter among patient with tracheotomy. Methods: After getting written consent, the tracheostomy patients selected from Be Well Hospital Erode and Erode Medical Centre Erode for Nebulised hypertonic saline …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 9–15 Read article
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A study to evaluate the effect of incentive spirometry exercise on respiratory status of postoperative abdominal surgeries patient in surgical ward at PGIMS Rohtak.
Abstract: Introduction: Incidence data indicates that 17% to 88% of patients may experience decreased lung volume after surgery. Post-operative care aims to manage patients after surgery to prevent complications such as atelectasis and infection. An incentive spirometer is commonly included in perioperative respiratory therapy strategies to help prevent or address these complications and enhance lung function. Utilizing an incentive spirometer starting on the first postoperative day can effectively address the issue …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 38–49 Read article
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Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Parents regarding Home Remedies used for Children with Respiratory Problems
Abstract: Acute respiratory infection (ARI) is one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality in pediatricpatients worldwide. Every culture has their own beliefs and practices regarding treatment of respiratoryproblems. A descriptive study was done to assess the knowledge, attitude and practice of parentsregarding home remedies used for children with respiratory problems in a secondary hospital of NorthEast India in Nagaland. A sample size of 87 was collected using total enumerative …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 77–84 Read article
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A Descriptive Study to Assess the Burden Level Among Caregivers of COPD Patients Admitted in the Medical Wards of Sub-District Hospital, Sopore, Jammu and Kashmir
Abstract: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) encompasses a range of respiratory conditions characterized by airway blockage and alveolar damage, often triggered by prolonged exposure to harmful chemicals. The prevalent manifestations include emphysema and chronic bronchitis, with breathlessness as a key clinical symptom leading to additional challenges such as airway limitation, sputum formation, and coughing. Caregivers play a crucial role in providing quality care to COPD patients, particularly in regions like Jammu …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 18–25 Read article
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Knowledge and Practice Regarding Neonatal Resuscitation among Staff Nurses Working in Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
Abstract: Nurses working in neonatal intensive care unit require competence in neonatal resuscitation; the challenges experienced by healthcare providers during this procedure are unique due to different causes of cardio-respiratory arrest. The aim of the study was to assess the knowledge and practice regarding neonatal resuscitation among staff nurses working in neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). Study design was descriptive research design; samples were selected by means of purposive sampling design. …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 69–76 Read article
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Acute Cardiogenic Pulmonary Edema: A Case Study
Abstract: Acute cardiogenic pulmonary edema is a life-threatening condition and is the common cause of acute respiratory failure which warrants emergency treatment. Mrs. Ammini 62 years admitted in a tertiary care hospital with clinical manifestations of acute cardiogenic pulmonary edema. The purpose of this study was to identify the background factors and to explore nurses competency in the management of a patient with acute cardiogenic pulmonary edema.
Published in International Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 4–6 Read article
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Analytical Evaluation of Injectable Pain Relievers for Enhanced Post-Operative Care
Abstract: One hundred ASA I and II patients undergoing general and gynecological procedures were randomly divided into two groups of 50, each receiving a different analgesic treatment. Vital parameters, including heart rate, respiratory rate, oxygen saturation (SpO₂), blood pressure, sedation levels, pain scores (VAS), side effects, and the need for rescue analgesics, were measured at intervals of 0–4, 5–12, and 24 hours post-surgery. The findings indicate that one of the tested …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–14 Read article
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Evidence-Based Nursing Care and Quality of Life of Coronary Artery Disease Patients: A Systematic Review
Abstract: Globally, 60% of deaths are attributed to non-communicable diseases (NCDs), which include cardiovascular diseases (CVDs), cancer, chronic respiratory diseases, diabetes, and others. Among these, ischemic heart disease and stroke are the leading causes, collectively accounting for approximately 17.7 million deaths annually. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), India contributes to nearly one-fifth of these deaths, with cardiovascular diseases affecting the Indian population almost a decade earlier compared to their …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 19–23 Read article
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A Comparative Study to Evaluate the Effectiveness of Teach-Back Technique on Improvement of Discharge Education among the Parents of Children Admitted with Respiratory Tract Infections in Pediatric Unit of SDM Hospital, Dharwad
Abstract: Introduction: Respiratory tract infections constitute the greatest ‘illness burden’ in childhood, virtually affecting all age groups but especially in under five children. Due to improper discharge education children will be readmitted with other episodes of illness. So teach-back is one of the technique used to communicate discharge planning which helps care takers to understand the information being provided. Statement of the problem: A comparative study to evaluate the effectiveness of …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 29–38 Read article
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Effectiveness of a Structured Teaching Program on Practice of Endotracheal Tube Suctioning Among Staff Nurses Working in Intensive Care Units of SKIMS Soura, Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir
Abstract: Introduction: The practice of endotracheal suctioning by staff nurses is a crucial aspect of caring for patients who are intubated and require mechanical ventilation. Proper endotracheal suctioning helps maintain airway patency and oxygenation, reduces the risk of infection, and promotes overall respiratory health in critically ill patients. It is’s essential that nurses follow established protocols and guidelines, maintain infection control measures, and prioritise patient safety and comfort during endotracheal suctioning …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 31–37 Read article