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Evaluation of the Knowledge Regarding Risk Factors of Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) among Patients Attending Medical OPD in Doon Medical College Hospital, Dehradun
Abstract: Introduction: The acceleration of Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) has become an alarming health problem across the globe. The Global Burden of Disease study has reported that by the year 2025, CAD would be the major cause of death all over the world including the developing countries. CAD is the most common cause of death in country like India. CAD will be the single largest cause of disease burden globally by …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 28–32 Read article
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Recent Trends-Acceptance and Adaptability among Nurses
Abstract: Background: Trends in nursing are some important changes, which occur over a time with respect to some phenomenon. Nurses especially have felt the enduring sting of the recent crisis and they continue to struggle with high patient-nurse ratios, poor professional atmosphere counter-balanced by the hope of a growing cohort of well-educated, young nurses who are meeting high demands to care for the community. Trends are fascinating phenomena, but they do …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Determinants of Current Smoking Behaviour among Third Year Nursing Students in India: Results from Global Health Professional Student Survey (India)
Abstract: Health professionals serve as role models to their patients and public at large. Smoking among health professional would have negative impact on community members. Global Health Professional Student Survey (GHPSS) indicates health professional students including nursing students do smoke. But the factors affecting smoking behaviour are yet to be explored. This study examined GHPSS (2007) to identify factors encouraging smoking among nursing students. Results suggest that male gender, higher age, …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 2, Issue 1-3, 2012 · pp. 36–41 Read article
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Nurse Practitioners and ASHAs to Evoke Major Stride in National Health
Abstract: The national health policy 2015 enables nurses to assume leadership positions, improved regulation of practice, strengthened quality of nursing education by training and supporting nurse tutors, establishing cadres like nurse practitioners, and public health nurses. With establishment of new cadres and legal empowerment, master level prepared nurse practitioners will be able to provide cost effective, competent, safe and quality driven specialized nursing care to patients in a variety of settings …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 29–31 Read article
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Awareness about Environmental Health among Nursing Personnel in Delhi
Abstract: The environment is one of the primary determinants of individual and community health. Nursing personnel are considered as one of the vital messengers of knowledge to bring change in total health. The study has been conducted with the aim of comparing the knowledge level of nursing personnel regarding environment and health and the related legal issues. It is a hospital based cross-sectional comparative study conducted on sample of 82 and …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 2, Issue 1-3, 2012 · pp. 16–23 Read article
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Association between Functional Status and Treatment Adherence among Elderly Suffering from Diabetes Mellitus
Abstract: The burden of diabetes mellitus(DM) is rising disproportionately in the world. Elderly population is moreprone for chronic and recurrent illness like DM which may require long term treatment. Non-adherencein this age group accounts for substantial worsening of functional status. Little knowledge is availableregarding association between functional status and treatment adherence among elderly. The aim is toassess the functional status and its association with treatment adherence among elderly with diabetes. Across …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 23–28 Read article
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Nursing Teachers’ Behavior and their Influence on Academic Performance Among Students
Abstract: In our day a modern teacher role has gone beyond just above teaching class, giving lectures, making exams and giving grades; the teacher actions influence the learner’s community and society, leading to a sound foundation towards the future of society and ensuring the continuation of actions. The present study aims to assess the correlation between faculty personality and its influence on academic performance of nursing students. A descriptive correlational design …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 31–36 Read article
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Screening of the used pattern of Kokilaksha (Asteracantha longifolia Nees.) containing formulations through Ayurved compendium
Abstract: Ayurveda is the science of life, addresses the holistic perspective on well-being. It encompasses the pathology and numerous physiologies of diseases, along with their therapies. According to conventional medicine, plant extracts have been used to treat a number of illnesses since antiquity. Therefore, research on traditionally used medicinal plants is significant for two reasons: first, it might lead to the development of novel chemotherapy-related drugs; and second, it might provide …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 6–16 Read article
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Drug and Non-drug Treatment Options of Fibromyalgia
Abstract: Fibromyalgia (FM) treatment does not have a clear objective pathophysiological therapeutic goal. The management of this complex condition has thus perplexed the medical community for many years, and several national and international guidelines have aimed to address this complexity. Pain relieving pharmaceutical medications are generally connected with an assortment of unfriendly reactions, for example, constipation, urinary retention, nausea, sedation, respiratory depression, myoclonus, delirium, sexual dysfunction, and hyperalgesia. The challenge of …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Computational Biology · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 15–23 Read article
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Importance of Dental Genomics
Abstract: The Genetics and Genomics got matured in several ways and domains in order to improve accuracy of the disease identification, disease management, knowing possible risks, reducing the chances of relapse etc. The Genomics development in medical field is really very impactful as the outcome directly reflects in patients’ quality of life. As the dental genetics is been for while in order to know and understand genes which are responsible for …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 16–21 Read article
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A STUDY OF INDIAN FEMALE SUBSTANCE ABUSERS IN TREATMENT DEMOGRAPHIC AND PSYCHOMETRIC VARIABLES
Abstract: THE ADDICTIVE PROCESSThe drug epidemic is several decades old in India. It has moved from culturally accepted recreational phenomena towards the newer drug use of Heroin, ocaine and other designer drugs. Routes of administration have shifted from oral intake and inhalation to chasing and injecting drug use. While this, in a way, represents man’s hedonistic nature, it is also a symptom of the inherent dysfunction in society and its social …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 1–9 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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Descriptive Assessment of Knowledge and Performance of Anganwadi Workers to Promote the Nutritional and Health Issues of Beneficiaries
Abstract: For present study 180 anganwadi centers were randomly selected from Jaipur district. This study conducted to find out the level of knowledge and practices of anganwadi workers regarding various maternal and child health and nutrition. The knowledge of beneficiaries given by anganwadi workers through counseling in terms of health, nutrition and hygiene was also assessed. The problems faced by anganwadi workers during their job were also assessed. Anganwadi workers has …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 23–32 Read article
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The Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Role of Iodine in Prevention of Iodine Deficiency Disorders among Women in Selected Urban Areas of Tirupati
Abstract: Background of the Study: Iodine deficiency disorders are emerging as a public health problem, especially in pregnant and breastfeeding women, in whom it can cause brain damage in the developing fetus or infant. Iodine deficiency gives rise to goiter (so called endemic goiter) in adults as well as cretinism in children, which results in developmental delay and other health problems. According to WHO, nearly 2 billion individuals had insufficient iodine …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 29–38 Read article
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Ethnomedicine and Tribes: A Case Study of the Baiga’s Traditional Treatment
Abstract: This article describes the role of Baiga tribes who have conserved the biodiversity in and around localities of their natural habitat. Tribes derive both, directly and indirectly, a substantial amount of their livelihood from the forests. They are also talented and expertise in ethnomedicine and the priest's practices (faith-healing) which have particular importance, with the help of local raw materials which they procure from their forest environment. They also obtain …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 62–77 Read article
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Patient Perception on Reducing Prolonged Waiting Time in Outpatient Department in Indian Population
Abstract: Outpatient department (OPD) is the first point of contact with the patient and serves as a window to any healthcare service provided to the community. The care in OPD indicates the quality of services of a hospital and is reflected by the patient’s satisfaction and their perception about the time spent. Reducing waiting time and making sure that patients receive the right care at the right time, which will have …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 43–50 Read article
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Access to Health and Support Systems: Role of NGOs in Facilitation Process among Injecting Drug Users (IDUs) in Bilaspur
Abstract: In Chhattisgarh, Bilaspur has a high prevalence of Injecting Drug Use and it is associated with HIV/AIDS infection, which is fast increasing. There is an urgent need to understand the treatment seeking behaviour of IDUs. Various services and treatment options are in place for IDUs in Bilaspur. Both Government and NGOs are active in spreading awareness and providing necessary support to the drug users. But formulating policies and setting-up establishments …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Association between Maternal Factors and Birth Weight of Children from a Selected Village of Anand District
Abstract: Birth weight of the child is an important predictor for neonatal and infant mortality and morbidity as well as for the nutritional status of the children. There are numerous factors such as maternal physiological, biological and socioeconomic factors leading to low birth weight. A community based cross sectional study was carried out to study the association between maternal factors and birth weight of the children. About 100 mothers were selected …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 21s–24s Read article
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National Iron plus Initiative (NIPI) Programme for Health: A Novel Approach in Health Care
Abstract: Anaemia is the most important risk factor for under-nutrition and poor dietary intake of iron which results in major public health problem among the vulnerable age group of life cycles such as pregnant women, infants, young children and adolescents. As per WHO, if the prevalence of anaemia at community levels is more than 40%, it is considered a problem of high consequences. As per data of NFHS-IV level of prevalence …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 103s–106s Read article
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Knowledge and Attitude towards Circumcision and Its Role in HIV Prevention among Health Professionals and Patients from a Tertiary Care Hospital of Delhi: A Pilot Study
Abstract: Male circumcision has been advocated as a simple method for minimizing HIV spread. As there are many social and other related issues involved in its acceptance it was thought to assess knowledge and attitude of doctors, nursing staff and patients regarding male circumcision (MC) and its relation to HIV prevention. A cross-sectional survey was conducted on 200 health professionals and 100 patients of a tertiary health care teaching institute of …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2012 · pp. 21–28 Read article