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Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Dengue Fever
Abstract: Background: A study was conducted in a selected area of Jalandhar, Punjab to assess the level of awareness among women regarding dengue fever. As part of the study, an informational guide sheet was prepared.To determine the level of women awareness of dengue fever, a study was undertaken in this selected area of Jalandhar, Punjab to prepare and information guide sheet was undertaken. Objective: (1) To assess the pre-test knowledge score …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 19–30 Read article
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Prevalence of Sexual Violence and Its Associated Factors Among Female Night Time Students of Junior And Secondary Schools in Mekelle City, Northern Ethiopia, 2013
Abstract: Sexual violence refers to any sexual act directed against a person’s sexuality by any person regardless of their relationship to the victim. Sexual violence is prevalent and is a major public health and human rights problem worldwide. The problem is not different from this in Ethiopia. However, lack of data has hindered full understanding and development of appropriate interventions. The objective of the study was to assess the prevalence of …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 6–20 Read article
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ASSESSMENT ON THE KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDE AND PRACTICE OF SUBSTANCE USE AMONG PREPARATORY STUDENTS OF MEKELLE.
Abstract: Background: Substance abuse has been defined by Asuni et al. as 'excessive or inappropriate use of psycho-active substance by a person; such use being considered or judged to be illegal/immoral by the culture and resulting in harm to the person or society'. Globally, the UNODC estimates that between 155 and 250 million people, or 3.5% to 5.7% of the population aged 15–64 years, had used illicit substances at least once …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 6–26 Read article
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Optimizing Sampling Techniques Using Fuzzy Set Theory: A Comprehensive Approach
Abstract: Sampling is a critical process in statistics, used to estimate population parameters without needing to examine the entire population. Traditional sampling methods, such as simple random sampling, stratified sampling, and cluster sampling, face limitations when applied to complex or heterogeneous populations with imprecise boundaries. These methods often fail to accurately represent populations with overlapping characteristics or missing data, resulting in sampling bias and reduced accuracy. To address these challenges, this …
Published in Research & Reviews: Discrete Mathematical Structures · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 29–43 Read article
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Perception of Nursing as a Career Choice among Natural Science Preparatory School Students in Hawassa City, South Ethiopia
Abstract: Background: Nursing is a frontline of all aspects of human health and peaceful death. Studies suggest that early high school students’ perception of nursing as a career of choice directly or indirectly impacts the health industry. High school students are a pipeline for future nursing. High school students who understand nursing as a career choice in the future contribute a lot of things and retention the work area. Throughout our …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 14–22 Read article
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Effect of Diarrhea at Admission on Time to Recovery in Treatment of Severe Acute Malnourished Children in Inpatient Therapeutic Feeding Program in Tigray Region, Ethiopia
Abstract: The mortality rate in inpatient settings remained unacceptably higher, 20–30% for marasmus and 50–60% for Kwashiorkor. This is due to inappropriate case management and co-morbidities mainly diarrhea. Despite, there was no study conducted to show the effect of diarrhea at admission on the length of time to recovery in the treatment of severe acute malnutrition among children aged 6–59 months and then there is little understanding about this issue. The …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 25–40 Read article
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Assessment of Effective use of Online Webinars, Workshop, Conference and Quizzes on Library Science Professionals during Covid Scenario: A Survey
Abstract: Due Covid-19 virus around the globe all sectors have been jeopardized and came to halt. Libraries were not exceptions too, where library professionals started learning and sharing professional knowledge through different e-platforms on different Library Science themes, issues and challenges after a covid scenario in the libraries. The study explored the library science professionals on effective use of online webinars and other series during covid times. The study employed quantitative …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences Read article
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A Study on the Effectiveness of Positional Release Therapy in the Management of Trapezitis
Abstract: Objectives: To compare the effectiveness of positional release therapy in the management of trapezitis. Study Design: The study design was pretest, posttest and comparative study design. Method: Random sampling method. 10 subjects in group-A received ultrasound therapy and 10 subjects in group-B received positional release therapy along with ultrasound therapy. Tool Used: Visual analog scale to measure the pain intensity. Results: Statistical analysis done using paired “t” test showed that …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Computational Biology · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 19–25 Read article
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A Study on the Effectiveness of Positional Release Therapy in the Management of Trapezitis
Abstract: Objectives: The objective of the study was to compare the effectiveness of positional release therapy in the management of trapezitis. Study Design: The study design was pre-test, post-test and comparative study design. Method: Random sampling method was used. 10 subjects in Group-A received ultrasound therapy and 10 subjects in Group-B received positional release therapy along with ultrasound therapy. Tool Used: Visual analog scale was used to measure the pain intensity. …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 47–53 Read article
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Health-related Issues among Brick Kiln Workers: A Cross-Sectional Study from Bijainagar and Bandanwara Area, Ajmer, Rajasthan
Abstract: Brick kiln industry is an unorganised and seasonal industry in India. Brick workers live in unhygienic conditions. Brick kiln industry is a place full of hazards. Brick workers are directly and indirectly affected with hazards. A cross-sectional study was carried out in Bijainagar and Bandanwara area. This paper examined the socioeconomic status of workers, their living conditions, types of work, duration of work, job satisfaction, welfare facilities, reason of working …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Performance Evaluation of an Academician using Fuzzy Logic: Student’s Perspective
Abstract: AbstractCurrent literature and common practice suggest that there is no consistent method available to compute the performance of an academician. So, this research work aims to find the quality of an academician from student’s point of view depending upon various quality factors like knowledge, knowledge delivery, communication skills etc. An expert system based on fuzzy logic has been designed to accept inaccurate and vague values of the parameters on which …
Published in Journal of Computer Technology & Applications · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 35–50 Read article
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Engineering Hydrology for Flood Control, Adequate Water Resources and Sustainable Environment in Nigeria
Abstract: Life is dependent upon water, and the knowledge of hydrology must be deployed to tackle issues related to floods, water scarcity, and environmental and climate change. This article examines engineering interventions through hydrology for flood control, adequate water resources, and a sustainable environment in Nigeria. The methodology adopted includes a literature review, survey-based studies, and systematic sampling with basic random sampling. Findings revealed that excess precipitation has serious negative effects …
Published in Journal of Water Resource Engineering and Management · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Descriptive Research Study to Assess the Knowledge of Mental Illness and its Prevention among People Residing in Selected Areas of Shrirampur
Abstract: Introduction: Mental disorder is a syndrome characterized by the clinical significant disturbance in the cognition, emotion regulation or behavior that reflects a dysfunction in the developmental processes underlying mental functioning psychological and biological Method And Material: A descriptive study was carried out to the ‘A study to assess the level knowledge of common people regarding mental illness and its prevention residing at selected areas Data was collected from selected forty …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 33–36 Read article
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Microwave Assisted Digestion For Cadmium Analysis in Yoghurt Samples Using Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer
Abstract: This paper presents an innovative approach for the digestion of dairy products aimed at determining heavy metal concentrations using atomic absorption spectrophotometry. The present study was conducted to assess the concentration of cadmium in different Yoghurt samples. A total of 80 random samples of dairy products (20 each of sour Yoghurt, sweet Yoghurt, flavoured Yoghurt, and homemade Yoghurt) were collected from different areas of Kota city. For the analysis of …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Dairy Science and Technology · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 24–39 Read article
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Evaluation of “Lignocaine Hydrochloride 2% Jelly” at the Peripheral Intravenous Cannulation on the Intensity of Pain amongst the Patients
Abstract: Intravenous cannulation is usually associated with some amount of pain. The application of Lignocaine hydrochloride jelly at the site prior to peripheral intravenous cannulation has been shown to decrease the intensity of pain. The objective was to study the effect of application of “Lignocaine hydrochloride 2% jelly” at the site prior to peripheral intravenous cannulation on intensity of pain. In a quasi-experimental research design 105 adult patients receiving chemotherapy and …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 1, Issue 1-2, 2011 · pp. 28–37 Read article
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Assessment of Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Blood Donation Among Students of Health Science in Private University College in Mekelle, Tigray, and Ethiopia
Abstract: Background: Human blood is an important element of human life. Incidentally, there is no substitute to blood hence donation of blood by humans is of utmost importance. Millions of blood units are collected from donors every year but demands are increasing day by day that is pushing for sufficient and timely provision of blood. Because of that the theme for Blood Donation Day in 2017 focuses on emergency situations, “Give …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 30–46 Read article
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Prevalence of Perceived Stigma and Associated Factors among People with Epilepsy in Mekelle, Tigray, Ethiopia, 2019
Abstract: AbstractBackground: Epilepsy is defined as the most common, chronic, noninfectious neurologic disease that attacks around fifty up to sixty-nine million peoples without any age, sex, religion, ethnicity boundaries. Stigma is typically a practiced or predicted social system, characterized by exclusion or rejection of a person or group. Now a day perceived stigma among people with epilepsy become public health problems in the world. Perceived stigma in epileptic patients affects many …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 24–35 Read article
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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 …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 43–47 Read article
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Knowledge Regarding Needle Stick Injury among Student Nurses
Abstract: Needle stick injury is a common occupational hazard for the student nurses due to poor technique and human error. There are a lot of ill effects seen from the needle stick injury. So there is a need to protect for the present and the future generations from the consequences of needle stick injury. The study was conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on the knowledge regarding needle …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 39–42 Read article
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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 …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 43–47 Read article