Journal of Nursing Science & Practice
Volume 5, Issue 3 (2015)
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Table of contents
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A Study to Compare The Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) Risk Associated with Smokeless Tobacco Consumption and Smoking
Abstract: The aim of this study was to compare the cardiovascular disease risk factors amongst smokeless tobacco consumers, smokers and non-tobacco consumers. A cross-sectional survey was conducted among smokeless tobacco consumers, smokers and non-tobacco consumers at AIIMS. Thirty exclusively smokeless tobacco consumers (group I), 30 exclusively smokers (group II) and 30 non-tobacco consumers (group III) were enrolled. Subjects included males who were between 35 and 60 years, who had been consuming …
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Effectiveness of An Awareness Program Related to Evidence-based Practices in Nursing on Knowledge and Attitude Among Staff Nurses in a Selected Hospital of Delhi: A Quasi-Experimental Study
Abstract: Evidence-based practice (EBP) is now considered a standard of care and essential to nurses. The current experimental pretest-posttest designed study was conducted to assess the effectiveness of an awareness program on EBP for staff nurses. There was a significant increase in knowledge and attitude scores of 15 staff nurses after the administration of an awareness program on EBP.
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Item Analysis of Nursing Entrance Test Paper
Abstract: Improving the quality of nursing education is not an easy task. One of the pre-conditions for better quality of teaching and learning is a clear understanding of what pupils should learn. Another important issue is the role of assessment in improving learning. The basic knowledge and aptitude for higher education is important to serve the purpose of higher education. Multiple-choice questions are dominating as a tool of entrance exam. Item …
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A Study to Assess and Compare the Effectiveness of Janani Suraksha Yojna (JSY) Among JSY Beneficiaries and Non-JSY Beneficiaries of Postnatal Mothers in Terms of Knowledge, Utilization and Outcome of the Program in the Selected Hospitals in Delhi
Abstract: This study aims at assessing and comparing the effectiveness of Janani Suraksha Yojna (JSY) among JSY beneficiaries and non-JSY beneficiaries in terms of knowledge, utilization and outcome of the program. A survey research approach with a comparative correlational survey design was adopted for the study. The sample was 100 postnatal mothers, i.e., 50 JSY beneficiaries and 50 non-JSY beneficiaries selected from hospitals of Delhi. The data was collected using a …
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Knowledge and Practices on Self-Care Activities During Postoperative Period Among Mothers with Lower Segment Caesarean Section in a Selected Hospital at Bangalore: A Descriptive Study
Abstract: Caesarean section is a major obstetric procedure. Mothers who experience a caesarean birth need special care. A daily postpartum assessment should be done which includes assessment of the women’s breast and nipple condition, the amount and character of her lochia, inspection of the abdominal extremities and assessment of her voiding. Mothers may need help with breast feeding especially during the first few days. Acute or chronic complications are experienced by …
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Knowledge on Atypical Antipsychotic Drugs among Caregivers of Mentally Ill Patients
Abstract: Antipsychotic drugs have high rate of nonadherence due to unpleasant side effects. This study aimed to assess the caregivers’ knowledge on atypical antipsychotic drugs. A descriptive survey approach was used. The study was conducted among 100 caregivers of mentally ill patients receiving atypical antipsychotic drugs. The data were collected through a self-administered knowledge questionnaire on atypical antipsychotic drugs. The data were analyzed by using descriptive and inferential statistics. Results showed …
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Knowledge Regarding Ebola Virus Disease (Ebola Hemorrhagic Fever) Among Staff Nurses in a Selected Hospital of Delhi
Abstract: A study to assess the knowledge regarding Ebola virus disease (EVD) (Ebola hemorrhagic fever) among staff nurses in a selected hospital of Delhi followed by a teaching program on prevention and control of EVD was conducted. The objectives of the study were to: (1) To evaluate the knowledge among the staff nurses regarding EVD; (2) To develop and administer a planned teaching program on EVD; (3) To develop and disseminate …
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A Descriptive Study to Assess Health Consciousness, Associated Factors and Related Practices among Adults (20–40 years) of a Low-Income Colony, Chandigarh
Abstract: Health consciousness refers to describing an attitude in which one has an awareness of being healthy. It is the tendency to focus attention on one’s health; where individuals with higher health consciousness have better quality of life. The aim of the study is to assess health consciousness, to identify associated factors affecting health consciousness and to assess practices to be healthy among adults (20–40 years of age) residing in a …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 9–18 Read article