Journal of Nursing Science & Practice
Volume 5, Issue 1 (2015)
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An Experimental Study to Identify the Learning Needs of Patients with Tracheostomy and Evaluate Effectiveness of a Self Instructional Module (SIM) for Home Management of Patients in a Selected Hospital of Delhi
Abstract: Tracheostomies are becoming increasingly common both within the acute setting and the community. The number of tracheostomies performed has increased steadily due to rising incidence of head and neck cancer. As a result of this there is an expectation of increased knowledge and more advanced skills in caring for these patients both in health care setting and at home after discharge The objectives of the study were to identify and …
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A Co-Relational Study to Assess the Relationship between the Leadership Styles of the Nurse Managers and Job Satisfaction of the Staff Nurses Working in a Selected Hospital of New Delhi
Abstract: Health care delivery system is changing dynamically at a rapid pace in this 21st century which requires effective managers and employees. The objectives of the study were to assess and compare the leadership styles of the nurse managers as self reported by them and as perceived by the staff nurses, and to determine the relationship between the self reported leadership style and perceived leadership style with the job satisfaction of …
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A Comparative Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Bitter Gourd Juice Vs Bottle Gourd Juice on Blood Sugar Level and Urine Sugar Level in Diabetes mellitus Patients in Selected Area of Nasrapur
Abstract: Worldwide number of diabetic patients is increasing. In India it is increased from 4 million in 1984 to 30 million in 1999. Indian population increased from 680 million to 1 billion in past 16 years; whereas diabetic patients increased more than seven fold. Every fifth diabetic in the world will be an Indian. It is estimated that by the end of 2025, India will be leading in diabetic patients. It …
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Study to Assess the Compliance of Medical Regimen of End Stage Renal Clients on Hemodialysis in Selected Hospitals of Amritsar Punjab
Abstract: Study was undertaken with purpose to assess the compliance of medical regimen and bio-psychosocial problems of End stage renal clients undergoing hemodialysis. The conceptual framework adopted for the study was based on Rosenstoch’s (1974) and Becker’s (1975) health belief model. A descriptive research design was used to conduct study on 100 end stage renal clients undergoing hemodialysis selected by purposive sampling method from nephrology units of selected hospitals, Amritsar, Punjab. …
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Assessment of Knowledge and Barriers Regarding Immunization among Parents Visiting the Paediatric OPD
Abstract: “Healthy Children Today Make Healthy Nation Tomorrow” Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. Immunization is a proven tool for controlling and eliminating life-threatening infectious diseases and is estimated to avert between two and three million deaths each year. The present study aimed to assess the knowledge and barriers regarding immunization among parents, to determine association of …
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Comparison of Recording of Blood Pressure by Mercury Sphygmomanometer and Digital Sphygmometer: A Pilot Study
Abstract: Mercury sphygmomanometers are being replaced by other devices due the risk of mercury exposure to individuals as well as the environment. However, the accuracy of blood pressure (BP) recording must be ensured. The devices should be clinically validated before use. Present study was done to compare the recording of BP with mercury and digital sphygmomanometer. A descriptive comparative study design was employed. Fifty hospitalised patients were purposively selected. Patient information …
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Effectiveness of STP on Knowledge and Attitude of Nursing Students on Eye Donation
Abstract: There are almost 52 million visually impaired people and 270,000 blind children in India. That's almost one-fourth the world's blind population living in India. Eye donation provides people who are blind with an opportunity to regain their vision through corneal transplantation, research and teaching. The need for donated eyes far exceeds the availability of donations. Nursing students are the future health care providers for the community. They are from different …
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Effectiveness of Video Assisted Teaching on Self Care Management among Patients with Diabetes mellitus
Abstract: There are 300 million patients diagnosed with diabetes worldwide. The unbelievable fact is that India is making the world diabetes capital; every sixth diabetic in the world is Indian. Self-care management is that where the individuals initiate and perform on behalf of themselves in maintaining life, health and well-being. Self-care in diabetes is crucial. It has been claimed that as much as 98% of diabetes care is self-care. So, the …
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Effectiveness of Video Assisted Teaching on Self Care Management among Patients with Diabetes mellitus
Abstract: There are 300 million patients diagnosed with diabetes worldwide. The unbelievable fact is that India is making the world diabetes capital; every sixth diabetic in the world is Indian. Self-care management is that where the individuals initiate and perform on behalf of themselves in maintaining life, health and well-being. Self-care in diabetes is crucial. It has been claimed that as much as 98% of diabetes care is self-care. So, the …
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An Observational Study to Assess the Practices of Handling Central Venous Catheter among Health Care Professionals
Abstract: Central venous catheters (CVC) are used for several therapies in critically ill patients. Due to high rates of infection associated with CVC handling, strict aseptic technique should be practiced. The objective of the present study is to observe current practices of health care professionals while handling the CVC. The study was carried out in emergency wards of the tertiary care hospital by using quantitative research approach. Thirty health care professionals …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 48–52 Read article
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An Observational Study to Assess the Practices of Handling Central Venous Catheter among Health Care Professionals
Abstract: Central venous catheters (CVC) are used for several therapies in critically ill patients. Due to high rates of infection associated with CVC handling, strict aseptic technique should be practiced. The objective of the present study is to observe current practices of health care professionals while handling the CVC. The study was carried out in emergency wards of the tertiary care hospital by using quantitative research approach. Thirty health care professionals …
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Psychiatry During Pregnancy
Abstract: Psychiatric during pregnancy is increasingly recognized that many women with psychotic disorders have children and that pregnancies of these women are high-risk. Psychotic disorders increase the risk of stillbirth and infant mortality and can affect a woman’s ability to care for herself and her infant. Although women with psychoses are less fertile than the general population, partly as a result of hyperprolactinaemia secondary to antipsychotic drugs, the increasing use of …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 53–57 Read article