Journal of Nursing Science & Practice
Volume 5, Issue 2 (2015)
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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Self-instructional Module regarding Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder among Primary School Teachers at Selected Schools in Amritsar
Abstract: The global burden of disease indicates that by the year 2020, childhood neuropsychiatric disorders will increase by more than 50% internationally to become one of the five most common causes of morbidity and disability among children. An exploratory study on adult attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in India revealed that children who are diagnosed with ADHD grow up and become an adult patient of ADHD. Identifying them early and treating …
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Impact of Indwelling Time of Peripheral Intravascular Catheter on the Incidence of Phlebitis
Abstract: Insertion of a peripheral intravenous catheter is the most common procedure performed in the hospitals. Infusion-related phlebitis is the most common catheter-related complications. The CDC guidelines (2011) recommended scheduled replacement of peripheral IV catheters every 72–96 h to prevent phlebitis. The current study was taken up to assess the impact of indwelling time of peripheral intravenous catheter on the development of phlebitis. A prospective study design was adopted and 168 …
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A Descriptive Study to Assess the Knowledge on Prevention of Constipation among Elderly Patients Admitted in Medical and Surgical Wards of a Selected Hospital, Malaysia
Abstract: Constipation is one of the common health problems among elderly. A descriptive study was conducted to assess the knowledge on prevention of constipation among elderly patients admitted in medical and surgical wards of a selected hospital, Malaysia. Data was collected among 80 elderly patients who fulfilled the inclusion criteria through face to face interview technique. The findings of the study showed that most of the participants 56(70%) have good understanding …
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A study to Assess the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Program on Knowledge Regarding Homecare and Management of Asthma among Asthmatic Clients in a Selected Hospital at Amritsar
Abstract: Asthma is a common disease worldwide with significant ethnic and regional variation and increasing morbidity and mortality as well as health care burden from asthma has been recognized lately. Asthma is one of the major causes for discomfort and death. Due to its chronic characteristics, it is one of the major concerns nowadays. The present study’s objective was “to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching program on knowledge regarding home …
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To Assess Preferred Learning Styles among Nursing Students at Selected Colleges of Nursing, Haryana
Abstract: The purpose of the study was to assess and identify preferred learning styles among nursing students. The aim was to understand learning styles that could be considered as a key component of managing classroom teaching strategies. The descriptive study involved two nursing colleges with 100 nursing students. A standardized Honey and Mumford learning style questionnaire was used to assess preferred learning styles. The majority of nursing students were having reflector …
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Effectiveness of SIM Regarding Psychotropic Drugs in Terms of Knowledge among Nursing Personnel
Abstract: The increased use of psychotropic medication has been dramatic for adolescents, adults, and the elderly, which indicates that nursing professionals need to increase their knowledge base and understanding of psychotropic medications, the importance of diagnosis, understanding the basic psychotropic medications by name and how they work, an awareness of side-effects/complications, and the importance of staying current with research in this field. The current study was taken up to evaluate the …
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Value of Antenatal Diagnosis and Outcome in Dandy-Walker Malformation
Abstract: Dandy-Walker malformation is a rare congenital brain malformation characterized by hypoplasia and upward rotation of the cerebellar vermis, cystic dilation of the 4th ventricle and enlargement of the posterior fossa. Ultrasonography of the central nervous system is an integral part of a prenatal scan, and the development of imaging technologies have led to better diagnostic possibilities. Here, we present an antenatal diagnosis of a case of Dandy-Walker malformation at 40 …
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A Study to Assess and Evaluate the Effect of Nesting on Physiological Parameters and Comfort Behavior of Preterm Infants Admitted in NICU of Selected Hospitals in Punjab and Haryana
Abstract: Preterm infants are born with physiological handicaps. The sensory impact of the NICU has been postulated to influence the physiological, neuro-development outcome of preterm infants and the quality of life of these newborns. A study was conducted with the objectives to assess and evaluate the the physiological parameters (temperature, respiratory rate, heart rate and oxygen saturation level) of preterm infants before and during ‘nesting’ and to assess and evaluate the …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 8–11 Read article