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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 …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 38–42 Read article
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The Effectiveness of a Nurse-led Cervical Cancer Prevention Program Among Reproductive-age Women in Selected Areas of Chennai
Abstract: Background: Cervical cancer remains a major global health issue, significantly impacting women's health. Early detection and preventive measures through screening, along with enhanced awareness, are vital in lowering mortality rates associated with this disease. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of a nurse-led cervical cancer prevention program in improving knowledge and practice related to cervical cancer prevention among women. Methods: This quasi-experimental study was conducted with 60 women divided …
Published in International Journal of Oncological Nursing and Practices · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 6–13 Read article
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Knowledge, Awareness, and Perceptions of Cervical Cancer and Screening Among Women in Rural South India
Abstract: Background: Cervical cancer is still a major public health problem in South India, with rising figures of morbidity and mortality, in spite of progress in prevention, early detection, and treatment. Cervical cancer is the second leading cause of death due to cancer among Indian women, with around 123000 new cases and 67000 deaths every year. The delay in diagnosing CVD and low participation in screening programs is due to poor …
Published in International Journal of Oncological Nursing and Practices · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Knowledge and Understanding about Cervical Carcinoma, Risk Factors and Prevention among Rural Women in Pandiruppu, and Maruthamunai Area, Ampara District of Sri Lanka: A Survey
Abstract: Cervical carcinoma has been regarded as the second most common form of cancer among women after breast and colorectal cancer. In Sri Lanka the second most common causes of deaths due to cancer among women is cervical carcinoma. According to the report of Ministry of Health, Sri Lanka in 2007, the estimated number of cervical carcinoma cases was 732. Awareness about cervical carcinoma and its prevention is quite less amongst …
Published in Research and Reviews: Journal of Oncology and Hematology · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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General Public Opinion and Thinking about Physical Therapy Treatment Strategy: Observational Study
Abstract: Abstract+Background: Physiotherapy means systematic method of assisting cardio-respiratory musculoskeletal-neurological including pain and psychosomatic disease to prevent illness by the way of manual therapy and physical ability. The investigator has found that public frequently confuses the functions of physiotherapists with those of other health professionals. The knowledge regarding physical therapy appears to be inclusive in our country due to lack of evidence based publications. Objectives: To find out the knowledge of …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Effectiveness of a Planned Teaching Programme on Primigravid Mothers' Awareness of Specific Natural Pain Relief Techniques Used During Labor in Particular Bangalore Hospital
Abstract: Background: Pain is an exciting sensation and is caused by the stimulus during labor. Always Pain plays a major role in labor in empowering the women, whereby they triumph by giving delivery to the newborn. Objectives: Assess the knowledge level about selected natural pain relief methods. Methodology: A quantitative research approach and the design used in this study was a pre-experimental research design. Sixty primigravid mothers were selected for the …
Published in International Journal of Midwifery Nursing And Practices · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 9–16 Read article
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Usefulness of Video Assisted Education Programme Concerning Awareness on Management of Selected Nutritional Deficiency Disorders Among Mother of Adolescent Girls at Selected Rural Area of Kolar Taluk
Abstract: Background: With an estimated 190 million adolescents, 22% of whom are girls, India has one of the fastest increasing youth populations in the world. Adolescence, as defined by the WHO, is the period between the ages of 10 and 19, which provides a window of opportunity for improving nutritional status and reversing unhealthy eating habits. A growth spurt, or a time when growth is incredibly rapid, is what defines adolescence. …
Published in International Journal of Women's Health Nursing And Practices · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Evaluating the Impact of a Structured Teaching Program on Caregivers’ Awareness of the Adverse Effects of Bottle Feeding in a Chosen Community Area: A Quasi-Experimental Study in Shri Goindwal Sahib, Tarn-Taran, Punjab
Abstract: Background of the study: Breast milk is the recommended nourishment for all infants. All the babies regardless the type of delivery should be given early and exclusive breastfeeding up to 6 months of age. Except breastfeeding, there are many practices followed by caregivers like bottle feeding, cup feeding, paladai feeding, katori and spoon feeding etc. but one of the most common practice is India is bottle feeding which causes various …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 39–44 Read article
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A Community-Based Study to Assess the Impact of Pharmacist Led Home Medication Review in Patients with Diabetes Mellitus in Dakshina Kannada
Abstract: Diabetes mellitus is a chronic metabolic disorder with the condition where there is an abnormally high blood glucose level. Home medication review (HMR) is a patient-centered process that provides the effective and quality use of medication at the patient’s home. According to a study, nearly 50% of Type II diabetes fail to recite adequate glycemic control due to poor management of anti-diabetic medications. So, a community-based interventional study was conducted …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 29–34 Read article
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An Investigation to Evaluate the Awareness of Obesity and Its Long-term Consequences Among Adolescents from a Chosen Higher Secondary School in Bagalkot
Abstract: Using descriptive research methodology and a descriptive survey strategy, teenagers from a selected higher secondary school in Bagalkot were asked to rank their awareness of obesity and its long-term implications. To satisfy the objectives of the study and assess teenagers’ knowledge of obesity in light of the nature of the issue, a systematic, self-administered knowledge questionnaire was created. Interaction with guides and experts in the nursing and medical domains verified …
Published in International Journal of Community Health Nursing And Practices · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 33–37 Read article
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Awareness on Emergency Contraception among Married Women
Abstract: Background: Emergency contraception is a method of contraception that can be used to prevent unprotected act of sexual intercourse. There are both hormonal and non-hormonal methods of emergency contraception available. These methods are also called “morning after pill” or post coital contraception. Aim: The present study aims to assess the awareness on emergency contraception among married women. Methods: The community based study was conducted in selected villages at Mamandur. This …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 24–28 Read article
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Is Cervical Cancer a Concern to Women? A Cross-Sectional Study
Abstract: The purpose of the study was to assess the knowledge regarding cervical cancer and awareness of its prevention among women of rural India. This cross-sectional study was conducted in the rural areas of Punjab state, India. A total of 275 women were enrolled for the study by using non-randomized convenient sampling. Cervical cancer awareness measure (cervical CAM) tool kit version 2.1 was the tool used for the study with necessary …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 31–38 Read article
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Awareness Regarding Importance of Fluoridated Toothpaste among 12–14 Years Old Children
Abstract: Introduction: Brushing with fluoride dentifrice is a critical element of our defence against dental caries. Optimal caries protection from the fluoride in a dentifrice will only be provided if brushing delivers fluoride effectively and specifically to the teeth.Aim and Objectives: Aim was to assess the knowledge regarding use of fluoridated toothpaste in prevention of dental caries among 12–14 years old children. Objectives were to know whether the children in the …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 22–28 Read article
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Practice and Preference of Tooth Notation Systems Among the General Dental Practitioners in Vadodara City
Abstract: Introduction: There are several different tooth notation systems used by dentists for associating data to a selected tooth. Several types amongst them can be named as Universal system, Bosworth system, Navy system, World dental federation system, Zsigmondy and Palmer system and Federation Dentaire Internationale (FDI). But there is no single tooth notation system used worldwide. All notation systems introduced up to now are used as per native wants and convenience. …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 30–34 Read article
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Baseline Study about Basic Facts on HIV/AIDS
Abstract: AIDS education is important, especially for young generation; and school is the most important means of reaching out to them. This also applies to the recovering alcoholics and drug users who had been correlated with lifetime tendency towards high risk sexual behaviors. It is easy to think that AIDS is only meant to be worried by drug users, the LGBT community, or people having a lot of sexual partners. This …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 30–41 Read article
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Effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge regarding ECG and its basic interpretation among second semester BSc Nursing students in selected nursing college at Pathanamthitta district
Abstract: Cardiovascular diseases have now become the leading cause of mortality in India. Cardiovascular disease accounts for twenty five percent of all mortality. Electrocardiogram has an important role in the early detection and treatment of various cardiovascular diseases. Over the year significant advancements have been made in the field of ECG research, leading to the development of new techniques, technologies and algorithms for ECG analysis. ECG allows nurse to diagnose and …
Published in International Journal of Biomedical Innovations and Engineering · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 09–20 Read article
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A Comparative Study of Knowledge, Attitude and Practices about Hepatitis B and its Vaccination of Mothers in Urban Slums and Business Communities of Delhi
Abstract: To assess and compare knowledge, attitude and practices of mothers of eligible children regarding Hepatitis B and its prevention in urban slums and business communities of Delhi, a population based, comparative cross-sectional survey was carried out in the urban slums located adjacent to Maulana Azad Medical College and business locality Tilak Nagar located in West Delhi district of Delhi. The study was conducted among 128 mothers in business community and …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2013 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Effectiveness of Planned Teaching Programme on Knowledge and Attitude RegardingBreastfeeding Practices among Primigravida Mothers in Rahe Community, Ranchi,Jharkhand
Abstract: Background of the study: Breastfeeding practice is a vital part in providing essential nutrients to the infant and child by which the infant and child mortality and morbidity can be reduced. This study shows the knowledge and attitude regarding breastfeeding practices among the primigravida mothers.Methods and materials:Pre experimental design was adopted for this study which included pre-test and post-test design.The samples for the study were selected by non-probability sampling technique. …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 7–13 Read article
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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 …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 36–40 Read article
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Assessing the Impact of a Structured Educational Initiative on Awareness of Vaginitis and Its Prevention Among Adolescent Girls in Selected Higher Secondary Schools in Bengaluru
Abstract: Background and Objectives: Vaginal inflammation, referred to as vaginitis, may culminate in discharge, itching, and pain. Usually, the root cause is an infection or an altered in the balance of the microbes in the vagina. In females between the ages of two and six, poor perineal hygiene—such as wiping after bowel movements from back to front or not washing hands afterward—is an important contributory factor. Another typical sign is frequent …
Published in International Journal of Midwifery Nursing And Practices · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 10–21 Read article