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An Exploratory Study to Assess the Level of Blood Pressure, Associated Physical Manifestations and Risk Factors among Bank managers working in selected banks of district mohali, punjab with a view to develop informational booklet.
Abstract: Introduction: Hypertension is also known as silent killer since it has no initial symptoms but can be led to long term disease and complication. Hypertension or high blood pressure is a chronic cardiac medical condition in which the systemic arterial blood pressure is elevated. Blood pressure involves two measurements, systolic pressure (asthe heart beats) over diastolic pressure (as the heart relaxes between beats). Normal blood pressure is at or below …
Published in International Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 54–87 Read article
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EFFECTS OF THE LABORATORY ASSISTED LECTURE METHODS ON ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT OF GRADE 8 STUDENTS IN CHEMISTRY SUBJECT IN FINOTE SELAM WOREDA, AMHARA REGION
Abstract: In Science education, laboratories are considerably important because they provide the opportunity for students to perform various hands-on activities. The aim of this study was to examine the comparative effects of the laboratory assisted and lecture methods on primary school students’ achievements in chemistry subject. With this aim, four research questions and four hypotheses guided the study. Sixty six (66) students (12 male and 11 female in the experimental group …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Synthesis and Chemical Reactions · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Challenges of Basic Infrastructural Provision to Building Sustainable Peri-urban Communities in Jos Metropolis, Nigeria
Abstract: The desire of goal 11 of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) is geared towards making cities inclusive, safe, resilience and sustainable. However, rapid urbanization of Jos metropolis has led to overflow of its population into peri-urban areas. These areas are swamped by low and medium income groups for housing developments resulting in spatial growth characterized by poor and lack of basic infrastructure that residents are forced to live without, thus, threatening …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 40–50 Read article
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A study to assess the effectiveness of self instructional module (SIM) on knowledge regarding adverse effects of selected antipsychotic drugs among interns in selected nursing school’s of Belgaum
Abstract: A study to assess the effectiveness of self instructional module (SIM) on knowledge regarding adverse effects of selected antipsychotic drugs among interns in selected nursing school’s of Belgaum, was carried out for partial fulfillment of the requirement for the award of Master of the Degree of Nursing at KLE University Institute of Nursing Science Belgaum. The objectives of the study were, to assess the level of the knowledge regarding adverse …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 29–32 Read article
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Demonstration of Adsorbent Morphology of Different Particle Size for Petroleum Hydrocarbon Treatment in Packed Bed
Abstract: The choice of plantain stem, banana stem and palm oil fibre prepared for treatment of water medium polluted with petroleum hydrocarbon was monitored in a packed bed unit. The raw materials (plantain and banana stem as well as palm oil fibre) were room and sun dried and processed to obtained different particle size of 50, 150 µm and 200 µm. The raw material after processed was used as an adsorbent …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 13–19 Read article
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Effectiveness of Planned Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Acne Vulgaris among Degree Students
Abstract: “A study to evaluate the effectiveness of planned teaching programme on knowledge regarding Acne vulgaris among degree students studying in selected degree colleges Aurangabad.” Objectives: (1) To evaluate the effectiveness of planned teaching programme on knowledge regarding Acne vulgaris among degree students. (2) To find out the association between Post-test knowledge score with selected demographic variables. Method: This pre-experimental study was conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of planned teaching programme …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 24–29 Read article
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From SimCity to Smart City: The Role of Gamification in Teaching Sustainable Design
Abstract: The integration of sustainability into architectural education is critical to preparing future architects for real-world challenges in urban development. This study explores the potential of gamified learning, specifically through the city-building simulation game SimCity, as an innovative pedagogical tool to bridge the gap between theoretical understanding and practical application of sustainable urban planning concepts. SimCity’s game mechanics engage students in real-time decision-making involving resource management, infrastructure planning, and environmental sustainability. …
Published in International Journal of Architecture and Infrastructure Planning · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 10–17 Read article
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A Study to Evaluate the Effectiveness of Training Programme on Knowledge and Skills Regarding Newborn Resuscitation Among III Year B.Sc. Nursing Students of Sri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwar Institute of Nursing Sciences, Sattur, Dharwad
Abstract: Background of the study: The birth is a challenging transition from the intrauterine to extra uterine life. Majority of babies handle this transition well. 90% of newborn babies do not need any medical intervention for survival, but 5–10% of newborn needs resuscitation. The interventions required may range from simple tactile stimulation to complex cardiac pulmonary resuscitation. Worldwide, millions of babies are born annually. The transition from internal to external air …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 34–39 Read article
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Assessment of Knowledge and Self-Management Practices of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Patients visiting Medicine OPD, Guru Gobind Singh Medical College and Hospital, Faridkot
Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Diabetes Mellitus is a silent disease and is now recognized as one of the fastest growing threats to public health in almost all countries of the world. It is also called the “disease of Prosperity OBJECTIVES: 1. To assess the level of knowledge regarding Type 2 DM in Type 2 DM patients. 2. To find out the self management practices of the Type 2 DM patients. METHODS AND MATERIALS: …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 9–13 Read article
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An Exploratory Study on Preferences for Adopting Family Planning Methods Among Married Males Residing in Selected Areas of Dera Bassi, District Mohali, Punjab
Abstract: The objective of this study was to assess the preferences for adopting family planning methods and to explore the factors influencing the preferences for adopting family planning methods among married males, to find the association between preferences for adopting family planning methods among married males and their selected demographic variables. The conceptual framework of the study was based on health belief model (1974). Pilot study was done in the month …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 1–25 Read article
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Descriptive Study to Assess the Risk of Developing Nomophobia among Adolescents in Selected PU Colleges at Bangalore with a View to Develop an Information Booklet on Prevention of Nomophobia
Abstract: “Too much of anything is a bad thing”. Nomophobia amid adolescents is a rising doubts in today’s world- the fear of being out of movable device. It is just like an addiction and it harms the person’s physical and mental health. Many adolescents spend more than 6 hours a day on their phone in talking, texting or playing games. China is the world’s largest mobile phone using nation and India …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 101–145 Read article
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Exercises and Quality of Sleep among Elderly
Abstract: A quasi experimental pretest – posttest study was done to evaluate whether three different types of exercises – walking, stretching and a combination of walking and stretching exercises made any significant difference in quality of sleep of elderly people from selected old age homes, Kerala. From four different old age homes 100 subjects were selected by simple random sampling, and assigned 25 subjects each to three experimental groups and control …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 19–28 Read article
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Exploring Fecal Microbiota Transplantation: A Comprehensive Overview
Abstract: Fecal Microbiota Transplantation (FMT) has become a revolutionary treatment for rebalancing the gut microbiome, especially in patients with recurrent Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI). This comprehensive review delves into the evolution, methodologies, clinical applications, and future directions of FMT. Initially developed as a solution to combat severe gastrointestinal dysbiosis, FMT has demonstrated significant efficacy in treating CDI, with cure rates surpassing 80% in numerous studies. The review examines various FMT delivery …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 19–24 Read article
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One-Step Fabrication of Superomniphobic Pvdf-HFPSiO2Membrane for Long-Term CO2 Absorption inMembrane Gas Absorption System
Abstract: Membrane pore wetting is one of the major challenges for membrane gas absorption, especially when low surface tension liquid absorbents such as amine absorbents are utilized. To minimize diffusion resistance across the membrane, maintaining a non-wetted operating mode in membrane gas absorption is crucial. In this study, a superomniphobic polyvinylidene fluoride-cohexafluoropropylene membrane was fabricated by adding silica nanoparticles (SiO2) in an ethanol coagulation bath through non-solvent-induced phase separation. The surface …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 35–44 Read article
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Design and Verification of High Performance AMBA AHB to APB
Abstract: The AMBA AHB to APB Bridge provides an interface between the Advanced High-performance Bus (AHB) and the Advanced Peripheral Bus (APB) with change in bus width which support 8, 16, 32, 64, 128, 256, 512, 1024 bits configurable design with compiler directive. We design AHB slave, APB controller and APB interface. It allows inserting the wait state with the burst transfer for read and writing operation. The AHB transactions are …
Published in International Journal of Microwave Engineering and Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 33–42 Read article
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Level of Independence in Activities of Daily Living Among Geriatric People at Old Age Homes of Belagavi
Abstract: A small group descriptive study was conducted on 80 geriatric people to assess their level of independence in activities of daily living (ADL). Objective of the study was to find the level of independence in the activities of daily living. The study samples (geriatric people) were from Old Age Homes in Belagavi, who were selected using purposive sampling technique. The level of independence was assessed using Katz Scale of Independence …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 20–23 Read article
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Effect of encroaching vehicles on capacity of signalized intersections in mixed traffic conditions
Abstract: This paper estimates capacity of signalized intersections in heterogeneous traffic conditions considering the effect of encroaching vehicles. Accurate estimation of capacity of signalized intersections plays vital role in evaluating performance of whole road network. In the present paper two sets of saturation flow values are estimated separately by considering and not considering the effect of encroaching vehicles. Also, the capacity of the signalized intersections is found considering the effect of …
Published in International Journal of Transportation Engineering and Traffic System · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Assess the preference towards mode of delivery and its associating factors with a view to arrange nurses led intervention among antenatal mothers attending GOPD, A Hospital based descriptive study
Abstract: Background: Delivery mechanism is a spontaneous process with implemented advances in medical technology now has drastically reduced maternal and infant mortality. For a healthy women population, the choice between spontaneous vaginal delivery caesarean section. Vaginal delivery can be spontaneous i.e. unassisted or assisted and caesarian section is most commonly performed major obstetric throughout the world. Objective: To assess the preference towards mode of delivery among antenatal mothers in GOPD, PGIMS …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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EFFECT OF MUSIC THERAPY ON ANXIETY AMONG PATIENTS IN INTENSIVE CARE UNIT
Abstract: BackgroundAn intensive care unit is a special department of a hospital or health care facility that provides intensive care to patients with severe or life-threatening illnesses and injuries, which require constant care, close supervision from life support equipment and medication in order to ensure normal bodily functions. Anxiety is common among intensive care unit patients which can lead to various physiological and psychological changes making the patient recovery difficult. Effective …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 11–18 Read article
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Effect of Circular Polyimide Micropillars on Surface-Driven Capillary Flow of Dyed Working Liquids inside the SU-8 based Glass Microfluidic Devices
Abstract: In this experimental work, total 8 individual SU-8 based glass microfluidic devices are fabricated using Mukhopadhyay’s own hands-on completely. Maskless lithography and indirect bonding technique are the methods to fabricate these devices. A CMOS camera catching 25 frames per second with a corresponding time-scale resolution of 0.04 second is used to record the surface-driven capillary flow in each device. Dyed water and dyed ethylene glycol are the selected and prepared …
Published in International Journal of Water Resources Engineering · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–9 Read article