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Adaptogenic Action of Different Dosage Forms of Guduchi with Special Reference to Learning and Memory
Abstract: The effect of three dosages forms of Guduchi (Satva 125 mg/kg, Ghana, 50 mg/kg, Churna 200 mg/kg) are compared with control and Piracetam (500 mg/kg) treated experimental animals in morris water maze test and passive avoidance test. The aim of the paper is to evaluate the nootropic effect of three dosages forms of Guduchi. Guduchi Satva, Ghana and Churna was prepared following the classical methods. For experimental study, animals were …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 24–29 Read article
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General Health Survey of School-going Children
Abstract: The early detection of health problems in children is a worthy goal. Survey draws the attention of higher governing authority towards the needs of particular area. School-going children of villages have access to pure cow milk, healthy vegetables and pollution-free environment, which are additional benefits to maintain the health as compared to children of the urban environment. Inspite of this, the general health status of village children remains poor. This …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 39–41 Read article
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Role of Netra Tarpana with Triphala Ghrita in Dry Eye: A Clinico-Pathological Evaluation
Abstract: Dry eye syndrome is a very common condition that is characterized by a disturbance of the tear film. There is not a single entity which can be compared as dry eye but a group of diseases or stages of diseases which are more or less similar to dry eye like Sushkaksipaka, Pothaki, Suktika. Preservative-free tear substitutes are the first step in medical management of DED which increases humidity and improves …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Cardiology in Unani Medicine: A Review
Abstract: Cardiology has been a topic of research since ancient time throughout the world. According to the Unani physicians Qalb (heart) is considered to be the Uzue Raees (supreme organ) of the body. Many Unani physicians like Hippocrates, Galen, Rabban Tabri, Abu Sahal Maseehi, Ibne Sina, Majoosi, Zakaria Razi, Ibne Nafees etc. have emphasized to describe the structure and function of the heart. They have also discussed various cardiac diseases, its …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 43–48 Read article
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Process Validation of Kushtasazi in the Preparation of Kushtae Sadaf
Abstract: The available forms of formulations in the Unani System of Medicine (USM) intended to treat the diseases either in semisolid sweetened forms such as Majoon, Jawarish, Khameera, Laooq, Itrifal or in liquid and dried forms such as Sharbat (Syrup), Arq (Distillate), Habb (Pil), Qurs (Tablet), Safoof (Powder), etc. There are large number of dosage forms used in the USM. Kushta (Calx) is also one among these compound formulations which is …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 23–29 Read article
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Assessment of Practices of Nursing Personnel Regarding Insertion, Care and Removal of Indwelling Catheter
Abstract: AbstractUrinary catheterization is a routine medical procedure that facilitates direct drainage of the urinary bladder. Around one-fourth of the hospitalized patients are catheterized during their hospital stay. The study was carried out to assess the practices of nursing personnel regarding insertion, care and removal of indwelling catheter in a tertiary care hospital. 22 nurses were enrolled and comparison was made between their self expressed and their observed practices regarding catheterization. …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 12–16 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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A Pre-experimental Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Educational Intervention Program on Basic Life Support among the Caregivers of Patients Admitted in Male and Female Surgical Wards of Nehru Hospital, PGIMER, Chandigarh
Abstract: AbstractCardiac arrest refers to a serious condition in which the heart is unable to pump the blood effectively, which leads to improper functioning of other vital organs. Basic life support which is a non-invasive life saving technique used to maintain blood supply to vital organs in emergency which can be provided by trained lay persons or bystanders without the help of any equipments and drugs till the medical services arrive. …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 33–40 Read article
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“A Descriptive study to assess the age-related problems among elderly people residing in Village Dhianpura (Punjab).”
Abstract: Aim of the study: The aim of present study was to assess the age-related problem in elderly people. Background: Aging is a developmental phenomenon of bringing along a number of changes in the physical, psychological and social condition. As the age increases many elderly people face lot of the problems related to health which includes physical, mental and social health. This is the stage of life in which person depends …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 11–15 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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Prevalence and Determinants of Stress among Staff Nurses Working in a Tertiary Care Hospital of Delhi
Abstract: Out of many groups who are affected by stress, nurses comprise an important group because of the unique environment in which they work. It is important to assess the status for their psychological well being for not only their own betterment but the betterment of their patients as well. The present cross sectional study was conducted among 200 nurses working in a tertiary hospital of Delhi to assess the prevalence …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 24–28 Read article
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Updated Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Guidelines for COVID-19 Patients
Abstract: AbstractCOVID-19 pandemic caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2(SARS-CoV-2), has claimed many lives world over. Managing COVID-19 pandemic has become very challenging for the health care workers (HCW) due to the absence of definitive treatment for the disease. Around 5–6% of cases of COVID-19 become critically ill and require intensive monitoring, advanced life support, respiratory support and treatment modalities like ECMO and Plasma therapy, etc. Older people with comorbidities …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 25–35 Read article
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Jala Neti: My Practice & Experience
Abstract: Jala Neti is one of the six purification methods called Shatkarmas and is explained in “ Hath Yoga Pradipika.” The word Jala Neti is Sanskrit word which literally means cleansing with water. It is nasal irrigation. The water used for this process is saline. Today’s world is getting more and more polluted with air pollution being very predominant in major cities. This makes it important for everybody to adopt the …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Pf Phosphatidylserine decarboxylase: Molecular modeling and inhibithors prediction
Abstract: Plasmodium falciparum (P.f) is a protozoan parasite responsible for the most severe and deadly form of malaria. The resistance of Pf to last resort antimalarial drugs has been reported, there is an urgent need to identify new therapeutic candidates for drug development. Advancements in bioinformatics technologies provide potential cost and time-effective solutions for predicting therapeutic candidates. Phosphatidylserine decarboxylase (PSD) is a member of the lyase family (more specifically, the carboxy-lyases), …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Computational Biology · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 60–78 Read article
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INVESTIGATING PHYTOCHEMICAL INHIBITORS OF PSEUDOMONAS AERUGINOSA'S AHL SYNTHASE LASI: A PATH TOWARD NOVEL THERAPEUTIC AGENTS
Abstract: Objectives: This study intended to explore the potential of phytochemicals from Allium sativum to inhibit AHL synthase LasI, a critical protein of the Quorum Sensing (QS) pathway in Pseudomonas aeruginosa, with the ultimate objective of developing therapeutic agents for managing P. aeruginosa infections. Methods: The physicochemical properties, toxicity, aggregation ability and binding potential of phytochemicals from Allium sativum to the protein AHL synthase LasI were determined. Physicochemical properties, toxicity and …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Computational Biology · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 40–54 Read article
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Dental Pulpotomy and the Public Health
Abstract: From a public health and disease prevention standpoint, tooth retention and oral health (on an individual basis) are the keys to decreasing morbidity and delaying mortality in the human lifetime. Root canal therapy is expensive and time consuming. When faced with the necessity of endodontic treatment for cosmetics, people will usually “find the money” to prevent extraction of an anterior tooth. However, molar root canals are even more expensive and …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Combating Gag Reflex in an Edentulous Patient Using Glossopharyngeal Nerve Block: A Case Report
Abstract: Gagging, though a normal defensive reflex mechanism many a times prove to be a barrier in context of delivering adequate dental care and quality dental treatment. Gagging episodes interrupt dental procedures, and managing such a patient requires much concern, skill and a strategic approach on part of the dentist. Severe gagging episodes may even lead to avoidance or postponement of dental care. This article describes the management of an edentulous …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 34–37 Read article
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Tooth Supported Overdenture: Preventive Prosthodontic Treatment Modality––A Case Report
Abstract: This is a case report of a very young patient who has lost all her maxillary teeth except canines and partially edentulous in the lower arch. The main concern here was to preserve the existing residual alveolar ridge from the resorption process and to rehabilitate functionally and esthetically. Initially, vestibuloplasty was performed on the buccal sulcus to increase the vestibular depth. The maxillary canines were intentionally root canal treated, followed …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 20–26 Read article
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Custom-Made Temporomandibular Joint Replacement Design Process
Abstract: AbstractTemporomandibular joint (TMJ) is a joint of small dimensions composed by two components: condyle, the extremity of mandibular bone, and fossa, in the cranial bone. TMJ is one of the most used human joints, because it is used to talk, eat, and breathe, for example. For this reason, TMJ disorder can significantly impair patient's quality of life. So that, it becomes necessary to replace the natural joint with an alloplastic …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 1–13 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