Journal of Nursing Science & Practice
Volume 10, Issue 1 (2020)
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Assessment of Loneliness and Depression Status of Tuberculosis Patients Who Applied to Sakarya Tuberculosis Control Dispensary
Abstract: Background: This study was planned by using a descriptive and cross-sectional research model in order to examine the loneliness and depression status of tuberculosis patients who applied to Sakarya Tuberculosis Control Dispensary. Materials and Methods: The study was carried out with 100 tuberculosis patients who applied to Sakarya Tuberculosis Control Dispensary between September 2016 and February 2017, after obtaining institutional permission and ethics committee approval. Analysis of data collected using …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Effect of Glycemic Control on Sputum Conversion at the End of Intensive Phase of Category I DOTS Therapy among Patients with Pulmonary Tuberculosis
Abstract: India is an endemic country of tuberculosis and diabetic capital of the world. A patient with diabetes has more chance of occurrence tuberculosis. Many studies pointed out the merging epidemic of diabetes and tuberculosis. Rifampicin and Isoniazid are the most prominent drugs in anti-TB treatment. These drugs disrupt the metabolism of many anti-hypoglycemic agents and lower the plasma levels, leading to hypogycemia. In non-diabetics, it impairs the release and action …
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Modified Delphi Technique: Content Validation of Workaround Assessment Scale (WAS)
Abstract: A study was conducted to develop the workaround assessment scale to assess the workarounds done by the registered nursing staff in the hospital. Content validity of the scale was established through modified Delphi technique. After creation of panel of experts, there were three rounds of Delphi completed for content validation of workaround assessment scale. The item wise content validity index ranged from 0.85 to 1. The content validity index of …
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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Video-assisted Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Good Touch and Bad Touch among School Children at Selected School, Vadalur
Abstract: Background: Good touch and bad touch are gradually learnt through a child's day activities. We can increase this learnt behavior by making effort to teach a child about the difference between good touch and bad touch in early age. Child protective services in 2010, reported that among child maltreatment cases, 17% suffered physical abuse, 9% sexual abuse, 63% neglect and 7% emotional abuse. Objectives: 1: To assess the pre-test knowledge …
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Sodium Imbalance among Post-operative Traumatic Brain Injury Patients: A Descriptive Study
Abstract: Background: Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is the damage to the brain resulting from external mechanical force, such as rapid acceleration or deceleration or penetration by a projectile object. Electrolyte imbalance, especially sodium is very common due to the abnormal biochemical changes which occur after TBI. Nurses should have the knowledge about the changes in electrolyte levels in order to understand the principles of treatment and to prevent common complications in …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 26–35 Read article
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Theraplay: An Essential Element for Children with Autism—A Narrative Review
Abstract: Children are wonderful blessings that God has given to parents. A child with autism presents significant deficit or delay in various mental functions from early childhood, or developmental disorders or disabilities. Parents and caregivers require assistance in bringing out normal developmental skills of autistic children. They should be supported with the knowledge of disease condition and care of the child, the features and home care management of Autism Spectrum. Research …
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Knowledge and Attitude of Mothers regarding Home Accident among Under-Five Children
Abstract: Introduction: The growth of child is always a matter of great concern to the parents. Children are at windows of vulnerability for childhood accidents, because of ignorance of child care, and inadequate knowledge about prevention of accidents. Aim: To assess the knowledge and attitude regarding prevention of common childhood accidents among mothers of under-five children in selected rural areas Methodology: Adopting a research approach, the sample consisting of 40 mothers …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 8–12 Read article