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Correlates of Clinical and Dietary Factors on Nutritional Status of People Living with HIV on Anti-retroviral Therapy: A Case-control Study in Central Zone of Tigray, Northern Ethiopia
Abstract: Background: Malnutrition compounds the immunosuppressive effects of HIV and speeds the disease progression among people living with HIV on ART. However, little is documented on the effect of clinical and dietary factors. Therefore, the aim of this study was to determine the correlates of clinical and dietary factors on nutritional status of people living with HIV on ART in central zone of Tigray region, North Ethiopia.Methods: A matched case-control study …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 11–23 Read article
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Clinical Spectrum and Prognosis of Patients with Septic Shock
Abstract: Septic shock is the leading cause of mortality in hospital patients. Closer observation and early treatment can influence the outcome. The present study is undertaken to study the pattern of sepsis and the factors affecting morbidity and mortality in adult patients with septic shock in the ICU. Adult patients admitted in ICU, Mamata General Hospital, Khammam, with diagnosis of sepsis during one-year period from August 2012 to September 2013 were …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Role of River Beehar Water for Health and Drinking Purpose in Winter Season of Rewa City, Madhya Pradesh, India
Abstract: The present research deals with the “Role of River Beehar Water for Health and Drinking Purpose in Winter Season of Rewa City, Madhya Pradesh, India” during the year of 2018‑19. All the physical and chemical parameters of river water samples were analyzed within the prescribed limits as suggested by the World Health Organization (WHO), Indian Standard Institute (ISI) and Bureau of Indian standards (BIS) for drinking water standard and chemicals …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 37–46 Read article
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Effectiveness of Different Proprioceptive Mat, Balance Board and Resistance Band Exercise Training Programme to Prevent Ankle Sprain in Athletes
Abstract: Ankle sprain is the injury to one or more ligament in the ankle. It represents one of the most common injuries associated with sport and activity, therefore studies into how to best prevent this condition from occurring are recognised as essential. The ankle movements are restricted due to ankle sprain. This study intended the effectiveness of different proprioceptive Mat, Balance Board and Resistance Band exercise to prevent the recurrent ankle …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 24–31 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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Magnitude and Factors Associated with Tetanus Toxoid Vaccination among Female Youth in Mekelle City, Ethiopia: A Community Based Cross-Sectional Study
Abstract: Introduction: Tetanus can occur worldwide, and, in all age-groups, who acquire the infection through unhygienic conditions and in the youths, who have insufficient antitoxins due to no or sub-optimal immunization to protect themselves and their newborn babies. Objectives: To assess the magnitude and factors associated with tetanus toxoid immunization among female youths in Mekelle City, Tigray Regional state, Ethiopia. Method: Community based cross sectional study design was conducted. A total …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 11–21 Read article
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Skills Regarding Health Teaching among Nursing Students
Abstract: Background: Health teaching is the key resource in the nursing workforce that is able to provide health information in the community area. Health teaching and skill development are an essential part of the nursing curriculum. Community hospital experience allows a student’s nurse to improve their skills. With a view of this present study was conducted to assess the skills regarding health teaching among nursing students studying in Saraswati Nursing Institute, …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 26–30 Read article
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Work Related Musculoskeletal Pain among Physiotherapy Students
Abstract: Physiotherapists serve as role models for practicing healthy lifestyle behaviors. They are desired to have a good level of physical fitness to meet their job demands. Their professional demands require the therapist to engage in activities that demand a wholesome amount of strength, endurance and flexibility. The job analysis shows that physiotherapy students are more likely to experience musculoskeletal pain. Occupational musculoskeletal pain relates to workplace hazards and incurs high …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 25–31 Read article
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Reasons behind Patients Who Leave the Emergency Department without being seen by a Physician - A Qualitative Study
Abstract: Background & Objectives: Left without being seen patients (LWBS) is a serious problem that has safety and quality implications on hospitals. This study is aimed to assess long waiting time as a reason behind the patients' decision to leave the Emergency Department without being seen and to seek other reasons behind it. Methods & Materials: A descriptive cross-sectional study design was performed at a tertiary teaching hospital in Riyadh. Demographic …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 48–55 Read article
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Impact of Maternal Diet on the Microbiota of Human Breast Milk
Abstract: Objective:The human breast milk plays an important role in the immunological development of the infant. The purpose of this study is to put forward the importance of maternal diet on the microbiota of the breast milk and their role in the health of infant.Study Design: A total of 20 breast milk samples were taken from lactating mothers from Civil Hospital Mohali {10 vegetarian and 10 non-vegetarians}. The microbiota composition was …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 20–23 Read article
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Social and Livelihood Impact of COVID-19 on Children of Rajasthan
Abstract: A Rapid Need Assessment (RNA) was undertaken to understand the change in the priorities of the marginalized population and how this pandemic has impacted the social and livelihood aspects of most marginalized and their rights. For this a longitudinal design was adopted with respondents sampled from Save the Children supported intervention areas with purposive sampling technique. Results suggests that 76% of the HHs was having limited cash, a little below …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 32–40 Read article
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A Cross-Sectional Community based Study to Analyse Drinking Water Quality in an Urban Area of Kolkata Municipal Corporation
Abstract: Health of the community can be at risk due to chemical and biological contaminants in drinking water. An appropriate management and monitoring is necessary to ensure both its quantity and quality. The objective of this study was to estimate the physical, chemical and microbiological qualities of drinking water in an urban area under the Kolkata Municipal Corporation, study its association with the occurrence of diarrhoeaand finally compare drinking water quality …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 10–19 Read article
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A Pre-Experimental Study to Determine the Efficacy of a Structured Teaching Program on Knowledge and Practices Regarding Bag Technique Among Nursing Students at Rayat Bahra College of Nursing, District Mohali, Punjab
Abstract: The nursing bag is a vital tool for public health and community health nurses. The public health bag is an essential and the bag contains the fundamental content for a home visit. The aim of the study was to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching program on knowledge and practices regarding bag technique among nursing students. A Quantitative approach, pre-experimental one group pre-test, post-test research design was adopted to conduct …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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A Descriptive Study to Assess the Opinion of Nursing Personnel Regarding the Prospects and Challenges of Advance Nurse Practitioner in Critical Care in a Selected Hospital, Bengaluru
Abstract: A non-probability purposive sampling technique was used to choose 60 samples from which the nursing staff's perceptions of the prospects and difficulties facing advance nurse practitioners in critical care at the chosen hospital in Bangalore were to be ascertained. A rating scale that was self-structured was used to collect the data.The study findings revealed that nursing personnel’s opinions regarding prospects and challenges of ANPCC are positively correlated with each other. …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 40–45 Read article
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Speaker Variations and Vocal Disguise
Abstract: The process of recognizing the speaker based on parameters like pitch, loudness and other acoustic attributes is called speaker recognition. Speaker recognition is considered to be challenging. The voice changing apps facilitating vocal disguise have further made this process even difficult. The voice changing apps can induce variations, some of these variations may be predominantly different, even though these apps can disguise a person’s voice, certain parameters may stay real …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 15–19 Read article
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Knowledge On Biomedical Waste Management Among II Year GNM Students At Dr.B.R.Ambedkar Institute Of Nursing,Bengaluru
Abstract: Objectives: To assess the knowledge on Biomedical waste management among II Year GNM Students at Dr.B.R.Ambedkar Institute of Nursing,Bengaluru.”To associate the knowledge on Biomedical waste management among II Year GNM Students with their selected demographic variables.Hypothesis: There will be a significant association between the level of knowledge on biomedical waste management among II Year GNM Students with their selected demographic variables.Conceptual framework: The conceptual framework based on Health Belief Model, …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 52–69 Read article
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Evaluate the effectiveness of nurse led interventions on knowledge and practice regarding nursing care of chest tube drainage among nursing personnel’s working at medical and surgical wards of PGIMS Rohtak Haryana
Abstract: Introduction: The present study was conducted to determine the nursing personnel’s level of knowledge and practice the care of chest tube drainage to improve the quality of nursing care. A chest tube insertion is surgical procedure in which a hollow, flexible drainage tube is inserted through the side of the chest into the plural space in order to drain the plural cavity air, blood, pus or lymph. The water seal …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 84–90 Read article
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CORRELATION OF FLAT FOOT AND CORE STABILITY IN YOUNG ADULTS -A CASE CONTROL STUDY
Abstract: Background: Core stability may provide several benefits to the musculoskeletal system, from maintaining low back health to preventing knee ligament injury. Flatfoot is a condition of decrease in the medial longitudinal arch of the foot. Flexible flatfoot is a common deformity affecting adults. Bilateral flat foot cause more proximal lower limb dysfunctions, which lead to altered core stability. Methodology: In this case control study, 60college going students were taken as …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Assessment of Adherence to Antiretroviral Therapy Among Art Users in Jimma University Specialized Hospital, Jimma Zone, Oromia Region, South West Ethiopia
Abstract: Background: HIV-associated morbidity and mortality gets substantially reduced with antiretroviral therapy (ART). Antiretroviral treatment efficacy exhibits significant inhibition of viral replication as well as viral load resulting in significant decrease in viral particles to a level where it becomes undetectable in the blood of HIV infected individuals. But, antiretroviral therapy (ART) requires high-level (>95%) adherence and adherence to antiretroviral therapy has been correlated strongly with HIV viral suppression, reduced rates …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 14–21 Read article
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Prevalence of Isospora belli and Cryptosporidium parvum Infections among HIV Sero-positive Patients in Asella Hospital, Central Ethiopia
Abstract: Isospora belli and Cryptosporidium parvum are among the well-defined intracellular, spore-forming, coccidian opportunistic intestinal parasites that cause chronic or acute diarrhea and other life-threatening symptoms in HIV/AIDS patients particularly those with low CD4 count. Therefore, the aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of I. belli and C. parvum among HIV/AIDS sero-positive patients. A hospital based cross-sectional study was conducted at Asella Hospital from January to March, 2013. …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 17–23 Read article