Journal of Nursing Science & Practice
Volume 1, Issue 1-2 (2011)
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Table of contents
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A KAP Study of Occupational Exposures to Blood and Body Fluids Among Nursing Staff of Tertiary Level Hospitals of Delhi
Abstract: Health care professionals, particularly nursing staff, are at risk of occupational exposure to blood and body fluids. A total of 250 nurses from two similar tertiary level institutions were included in this study which revealed the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of nursing professionals with regard to prevention of occupational exposure to various injuries at their workplace. The type of exposures and their associations with risk behaviors were also analyzed by …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 1, Issue 1-2, 2011 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Awareness About Lifestyle Diseases Associated Risk Factors in School Going Children in Delhi
Abstract: Lifestyle means a pattern of individual practices and personal behavioral choices that are related to elevated or reduced health risk. The diseases which primarily arise from the abnormal lifestyle of a person are grouped under the term “Lifestyle Diseases”. For younger population, the risk of lifestyle disease looms larger. Therefore, this paper aimed to find the prevalence and awareness of lifestyle disease related risk factors in school going children aged …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 1, Issue 1-2, 2011 · pp. 11–20 Read article
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Awareness and Impact of Education on Breast Self Examination Among Housekeeping Staffs (Class IV Workers)
Abstract: Breast cancer accounts for 19–34% of all cancer cases among women in India. There is high mortality due to lack of awareness and nonexistent breast cancer screening programmes. Early detection and prompttreatment offer the greatest chance of long-term survival and BSE (Breast Self Examination) seems to be an important viable optional substitute for early detection of cancer. The aim of the study was to assess the existing knowledge and skills …
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Evaluation of “Lignocaine Hydrochloride 2% Jelly” at the Peripheral Intravenous Cannulation on the Intensity of Pain amongst the Patients
Abstract: Intravenous cannulation is usually associated with some amount of pain. The application of Lignocaine hydrochloride jelly at the site prior to peripheral intravenous cannulation has been shown to decrease the intensity of pain. The objective was to study the effect of application of “Lignocaine hydrochloride 2% jelly” at the site prior to peripheral intravenous cannulation on intensity of pain. In a quasi-experimental research design 105 adult patients receiving chemotherapy and …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 1, Issue 1-2, 2011 · pp. 28–37 Read article
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Functioning of Janani Suraksha Yojna: Constraint of Multipurpose Health Worker Females
Abstract: Government launched Janani Suraksha Yojana (JSY) is a safe motherhood intervention to reduce maternal mortality and infant mortality rate through better provision and utilization of services. We carried a study in four sub-centres, selected purposively, from two rural blocks of Haryana, a province of north India to review functioning of JSY and to access the problems faced by MPHW females in implementation of JSY. All the beneficiaries who received the …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 1, Issue 1-2, 2011 · pp. 38–43 Read article
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Homocysteine and Pregnancy Outcome
Abstract: High total homocysteine (tHcy) measured in serum or plasma is associated with pregnancy complications, congenital malformation and other adverse pregnancy outcomes. The Hordaland Homocysteine Study(HHS) is a population-based study, in which large population were studied, plasma levels of total homocysteine (tHcy) were associated with several physiologic and lifestyle factors and with common diseases. Among the factors associated with increased plasma tHcy levels are: increasing age, male sex, smoking, coffee consumption, …
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Management Principles and Nursing- A Review Article
Abstract: Nursing profession stands as the vital interface between the medical practitioner and the patient. Its significance can be estimated from the fact that it stands tall and supports healthcare sector as the backbone. There are multipronged relationships which are thriving on this profession and needs to be managed to accomplish the ultimate goal of empathic patient care. In this article author has attempted to review the literature available in the …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 1, Issue 1-2, 2011 · pp. 55–63 Read article
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Protective Measures Practiced by Nursing Personnel while Providing Nursing Care to Patients in a Tertiary Care Hospital
Abstract: Nosocomial infections remain a major challenge of modern medicine. It is recommended that all the hospitals adopt an infection control policy of “Universal Precautions”. Aim of this study was to assess the protective measures taken by nursing personnel while providing nursing care to the patients at a tertiary care hospital. The Study design used was prospective observational study. The study was conducted at Medical Emergency Outpatient Department of a Tertiary …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 1, Issue 1-2, 2011 · pp. 64–68 Read article
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Reliability of a ‘Communication Chart’ for Conscious Patients on Mechanical Ventilator or Tracheostomy Admitted in Intensive Care Unit of a Tertiary Care Referral Center, India
Abstract: Effective communication is a part of quality nursing practices. Communication is a significant concern for such patients who are not able to speak due to intubation. Nurses are in an ideal position to facilitate nonvocal patients’ abilities to communicate. Interpersonal relations between the patient and the nurse are affected when reciprocal communication is not effectively utilised. The present study was conducted with an objective to estimate the validity and reliability …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 1, Issue 1-2, 2011 · pp. 69–78 Read article
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Yoga a Panacea: Implications for Nurses
Abstract: In the changing world, we have also changed our lifestyle. Health is the main concern of human civilization. Mental stress has gone up and is causing many health problems, especially in those who are in the health care sector. Nurses play the most important part in the patient care. This profession brings with it physical, mental, and emotional stress. Yoga can provide the nurses a way to help themselves and …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 1, Issue 1-2, 2011 · pp. 79–87 Read article