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Assessing the influence of aggregates and cement type on the properties of roller compacted concrete
Abstract: Roller compacted concrete pavement is suitable for heavy traffic and harsh environment. In the present investigation, roller compacted concrete slab samples have been prepared using two types of aggregates, (crushed and rounded), and two types of cement binder, (ordinary Portland and sulphate resistant). Cubes and beam specimens have been extracted from the slab samples with the aid of diamond saw. Specimens were tested for bulk density, ultrasound pulse velocity, compressive …
Published in Trends in Transport Engineering and Applications · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Assessing the Sensitivity of the Strength Properties of Asphalt Concrete Mixture to the Variation in Asphalt Binder Content
Abstract: The variationsin the asphalt cement binder content withinthe job mix formula, may exhibit a great influence on the required strength properties of asphalt concrete mixture. The present investigation deals with asphalt concrete mixtures which are usually implemented for wearing course pavement layer. The mixtures were prepared at optimum binder content of 4.8 %, and at ± 0.5 % of the optimum binder content and subjected to the short-term ageing process.Slab …
Published in Trends in Transport Engineering and Applications · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 26–34 Read article
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Contributing factors in the initiation of failure of asphalt concrete
Abstract: As long as the asphalt concrete pavement is under service, signs of failure usually initiate and the distress types start showing throughout the service life. The asphalt concrete pavement practices repeated tensile and shear stresses through the vehicular loading. In the present study, the contributing factors in the initiation of failure under repeated flexural stresses have been detected. Slab samples of Asphalt concrete have been prepared at the laboratory by …
Published in Trends in Transport Engineering and Applications · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 55–61 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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Yoga and Society: Yoga for the People Afflicted with Addiction and Yoga for the Practice of Christian Meditation
Abstract: Adaptation of Iyengar Yoga in the treatment of people afflicted with addiction has shown remarkable improvement in the physical, psychological, and spiritual health of the individual leading to a whole person recovery through reaching a cellular consciousness. The special use of Iyengar’s restorative yoga sequence helps the patient to gain his/her physical equilibrium and reach a state of homeostasis. The study undertaken by Kripa Foundation measures the effectiveness of Iyengar …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 1, Issue 1-3, 2012 · pp. 146–161 Read article
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Factors affecting Utilization of Postnatal services among Rural Postnatal mothers
Abstract: The immediate postpartum period consist of first 24 h after delivery. The postpartum period continues until 6 weeks after birth. During this time, it is important for mothers and baby to stay healthy because they will experience physiological as well psychological changes. A study on factors affecting utilization of postnatal services among post natal mothers at selected villages of Amritsar has been performed by the authors. The objectives of the …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 20–23 Read article
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Assessment of the Cognitive Impairment in the Elderly Persons Admitted in a Tertiary Care Hospital: A Pilot Study
Abstract: Background: Cognitive slowness increases with advancing age. To take necessary measures both to prevent and manage, frequent assessment of the cognitive functions is required. Aim: To assess the cognitive impairment among elderly persons (aged 60 to 70 years). Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted in a tertiary care hospital in North India. Using convenience sampling, a total of 30 patients admitted at the time of data collection and meeting …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 20–24 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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Effectiveness of Foot Massage on Pain among Patients Who Underwent Abdominal Surgery
Abstract: AbstractPain after surgery is common, normal and to be expected. Steps can be taken to minimize or eliminate pain, but pain that gets worse, especially if other symptoms are present, can be a sign of a surgical complication. Patients routinely report mild to moderate pain even though pain medications have been administered. Complimentary strategies based on sound research findings are needed to supplement pharmacological management. Foot massage has the potential …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 29–32 Read article
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Structured Teaching Programme on Planned Parenthood among Primigravida Mothers
Abstract: Introduction: Parenting is the hardest job any person will ever have. Planning about parenthood is considered as a vital step in economic and social planning. Objective: To assess the effectiveness of structured teaching programme (STP) on knowledge regarding planned parenthood among primigravida mothers. Methodology: A pre-experimental one group pretest posttest design was employed in the study. The sample consist of 50 primigravida mothers selected by simple random sampling at village …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 16–19 Read article
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A Cross-Sectional Study on Prevalence of Internet Addiction among Nursing Students of Selected Nursing College at Bhilai, Chhattisgarh
Abstract: Internet has started playing a vital role in both individual and societal life. Nursing students are using internet for both educational and recreational purposes. The dependence level on internet among students is increasing day by day; the chances of internet addiction among them were considered for the current study. Aim: To find out the prevalence of internet addiction among nursing students. Materials and Methods: The research approach was quantitative with …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 20–25 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Planned Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Preconception Care among Adolescents of Selected Colleges of Ahmedabad
Abstract: An investigator conducted study to assess the effectiveness of Planned Teaching Programme regarding pre conception care among adolescents of selected colleges of Ahmadabad. Objective of the study were to assess the knowledge of adolescent before and after administration of Planned Teaching Programme. The investigator has choosen the quasi experimental research design. 120 adolescents of selected colleges were selected as a sample by non probability convenient sampling technique. The data were …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 37–43 Read article
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Assessment of Knowledge, Attitude and Practice about Breast Self-Examination among Mizan–Tepi University Mizan Campus Female Students Benchi Maji Zone Southwest Ethiopia
Abstract: Background: Breast self-examination is one of the most cost-effective methods of screening for breast cancer detection at the early stage of the disease. The exact cause of breast cancer is not known but it is caused by multiple risk factors. It is a hormone dependent disease with a female to male ratio of 150:1. The incidence of breast cancer among blacks African American and low-income countries is low but the …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 29–40 Read article
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Males’ Choice of Nursing Career among Senior Secondary School Students in a Selected Boy’s High School, Benin City, South-South Nigeria
Abstract: This is a study on males’ choice of nursing career among senior secondary school students in Edo Boy’s High School, Ugbowo, Benin city, South Nigeria. The study was carried out to assess males’ choice of nursing as a career and factors affecting their choices. A descriptive survey research design and a sample of 445, which is the target population was used. A convenient sampling technique was used to select the …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 1–12 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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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Structure Teaching Programme on Care of Low Birth Weight Neonates among Postnatal Mothers in a Selected Hospital at Bangalore
Abstract: An experimental and evaluative research approach study was conducted with one group pretest-posttest design to evaluate the effectiveness of the STP on care of low birth weight neonates among postnatal mothers in a selected hospital at Bangalore. The sample composed of 50 postnatal mothers, using simple convenient sampling technique. The tool used for the data collection was structured interview schedule, the content validity of the tool was established by giving …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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An Experimental Study to Identify the Learning Needs of Patients with Tracheostomy and Evaluate Effectiveness of a Self Instructional Module (SIM) for Home Management of Patients in a Selected Hospital of Delhi
Abstract: Tracheostomies are becoming increasingly common both within the acute setting and the community. The number of tracheostomies performed has increased steadily due to rising incidence of head and neck cancer. As a result of this there is an expectation of increased knowledge and more advanced skills in caring for these patients both in health care setting and at home after discharge The objectives of the study were to identify and …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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A Co-Relational Study to Assess the Relationship between the Leadership Styles of the Nurse Managers and Job Satisfaction of the Staff Nurses Working in a Selected Hospital of New Delhi
Abstract: Health care delivery system is changing dynamically at a rapid pace in this 21st century which requires effective managers and employees. The objectives of the study were to assess and compare the leadership styles of the nurse managers as self reported by them and as perceived by the staff nurses, and to determine the relationship between the self reported leadership style and perceived leadership style with the job satisfaction of …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 10–17 Read article
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A Comparative Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Bitter Gourd Juice Vs Bottle Gourd Juice on Blood Sugar Level and Urine Sugar Level in Diabetes mellitus Patients in Selected Area of Nasrapur
Abstract: Worldwide number of diabetic patients is increasing. In India it is increased from 4 million in 1984 to 30 million in 1999. Indian population increased from 680 million to 1 billion in past 16 years; whereas diabetic patients increased more than seven fold. Every fifth diabetic in the world will be an Indian. It is estimated that by the end of 2025, India will be leading in diabetic patients. It …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 18–20 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