Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions
Volume 8, Issue 1 (2018)
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Novel Word Learning Ability in Adults
Abstract: New word learning refers to the learning of novel words which are not in the vocabulary of the person. It is generally believed that there is no age limit for learning; the same sentence holds good for learning new words also, however the pace of acquisition may differ. Most of the studies carried out in the past have been carried out in children, this necessitates the present study. The present …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Self-esteem among Nursing Students
Abstract: Self-esteem is a personal opinion of oneself and is shaped by individuals’ relationships with others, experiences, and accomplishments in life. A healthy self-esteem is necessary for mental well-being and a positive self-concept. Total of 118 nursing students from three different colleges at Bangalore were surveyed with socio-demographic data, Rosenberg self-esteem scale and students stress scale. The study shows that more than half of the subjects i.e., 65.3 percent had normal …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 13–15 Read article
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Lipid Peroxidation in Postoperative Cases of Breast Carcinoma (Grade III)
Abstract: Breast cancer represents significant problem in the world. Oxidative modification of lipids is catalyzed by reactive oxygen species (ROS) which is known as lipid peroxidation (LPO); this changes the fluidity, permeability of membrane, cellular metabolic functions and causes derangement. Malondialdehyde (MDA) is a major end product and an index of LPO which crosslinks DNA, protein and nucleotides on the same and opposite strands. There are reports that LPO increased in …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 16–22 Read article
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I-Health Kit with Internet of Things
Abstract: In today’s life, everyone wants to reach their future goals as soon as possible due to which they did not take care about their health. Consumption of lot of junk foods leads to increase in weight and it also harms body metabolism. Humans are not able to know how much they intake calories while eating and that lead to obesity and other health problems. They also cannot know about their …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 23–28 Read article
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The Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Role of Iodine in Prevention of Iodine Deficiency Disorders among Women in Selected Urban Areas of Tirupati
Abstract: Background of the Study: Iodine deficiency disorders are emerging as a public health problem, especially in pregnant and breastfeeding women, in whom it can cause brain damage in the developing fetus or infant. Iodine deficiency gives rise to goiter (so called endemic goiter) in adults as well as cretinism in children, which results in developmental delay and other health problems. According to WHO, nearly 2 billion individuals had insufficient iodine …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 29–38 Read article
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Therapeutic Evidence, Hazards and Patient Safety Precautions in Clinical Application of Electro-physical Agents
Abstract: The clinical utility of various electro-physical agents in physical therapy treatment care is known to offer placebo effects for patients for whom the physical agents have been found and suitable for therapeutic application. However, there are a few grey areas that need to be addressed in order to maximize the benefits derived from the use of these modalities. Though these electro-physical agents have direct benefits for the patients, the physiotherapist, …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 39–41 Read article
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Workplace Violence against Women (WPVAW): The Experience among Healthcare Providers in Nigeria
Abstract: Background: Across the world today, the workplace just like any other public space a woman could find herself has become a place where the woman folk get abused by all categories of people they come in contact with, be it colleagues, service consumers, their relations amongst others.Aim: The study was aimed at assessing the prevalence of workplace violence against women, severity and perpetrators of abuse among healthcare providers in the …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 42–46 Read article
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Pulmonary Function Status in Underweight Adults: A Literature Review
Abstract: Pulmonary functions are generally determined by respiratory muscle strength, compliance of the lung, thoracic cavity, airway resistance and elastic recoil of the lungs. Vital capacity depends on age, sex, height, mass, activity status and ethnicity. Underweight status represents depleted body fat and lean tissue stores. Recent researches, meta analysis and clinical oriented literatures were taken in the study to establish evidence-based efficacy of pulmonary function status in underweight young adults. …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 6–12 Read article