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Knowledge regarding Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation among the Nursing Personnel Working in Emergency Department of a Tertiary Care Hospital
Abstract: All nursing personnel should have knowledge and skill regarding cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR). However, deficient awareness regarding CPR has been reported in literature. A cross-sectional study was carried out to assess the knowledge regarding CPR among the nursing personnel working in emergency department of a tertiary care hospital. Using purposive, convenient sampling technique, a total of 70 nursing personnel were enrolled in the study. A validated questionnaire was used to get …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2012 · pp. 103–107 Read article
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Level of Anxiety among Cancer Patients Receiving Chemotherapy
Abstract: Anxiety is a normal reaction to cancer. In patients anxiety can be related to frightening aspects of treatment or to the uncertainty of coping with a potentially life threatening diagnosis. The objective of the present study was to assess the anxiety level of cancer patients receiving chemotherapy. The methodology adopted for the study involved a non experimental quantitative survey design. A total of 100 patients receiving chemotherapy at Day Care …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2012 · pp. 108–115 Read article
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Clinical features, Related Problems and Health Seeking Behaviour Among Clients with Nephrolithiasis and Urolithiasis in a Tertiary care Hospital
Abstract: Renal stone is a common problem worldwide with its increasing prevalence. They are imposing a significant economic burden for nations. Lifestyle and environmental factors contribute significantly in their formation. Presentation of renal colic is common and therefore treatment is not delayed. However, in absence of any preventive measure >50% renal stone may reoccur. Renal stone may reoccur at any age, the peak incidence is reported between 20–49 years. Males are …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 40–45 Read article
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Emotional Intelligence among Various Levels of Nursing Students
Abstract: Introduction: Emotional Intelligence skills help nurses to stay focussed on their job underimmense pressure of work in the challenging hospital environment. It reduces work-relatedstress, improve job-performance and enhance effective leadership. Objective: To compare theemotional intelligence of three levels of under-graduate nursing students. Methodology: Thiscross-sectional study was carried out at National Institute of Nursing Education (NINE),PGIMER, Chandigarh. A total of 216 students including 79 B.Sc. Nursing 1st year, 65 B.Sc.Nursing 2nd …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 33–43 Read article
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Effect of Glycemic Control on Sputum Conversion at the End of Intensive Phase of Category I DOTS Therapy among Patients with Pulmonary Tuberculosis
Abstract: India is an endemic country of tuberculosis and diabetic capital of the world. A patient with diabetes has more chance of occurrence tuberculosis. Many studies pointed out the merging epidemic of diabetes and tuberculosis. Rifampicin and Isoniazid are the most prominent drugs in anti-TB treatment. These drugs disrupt the metabolism of many anti-hypoglycemic agents and lower the plasma levels, leading to hypogycemia. In non-diabetics, it impairs the release and action …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 13–17 Read article
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Sodium Imbalance among Post-operative Traumatic Brain Injury Patients: A Descriptive Study
Abstract: Background: Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is the damage to the brain resulting from external mechanical force, such as rapid acceleration or deceleration or penetration by a projectile object. Electrolyte imbalance, especially sodium is very common due to the abnormal biochemical changes which occur after TBI. Nurses should have the knowledge about the changes in electrolyte levels in order to understand the principles of treatment and to prevent common complications in …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 26–35 Read article
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Gaps in Knowledge Related to Equipment use in Pediatric Intensive Care and High Dependency Units
Abstract: Medical equipment has an important role in pediatric critical care. Health care professionalsneed to maintain their competency which is in-turn needed to ensure patient safety andprovide safe care. With increased burden on health care in PICU and HDU and due to lack oftime to upgrade knowledge, nurses may have possible gap in knowledge related to equipmentuse in PICU and HDU. This non-experimental descriptive cross-sectional study has beenconducted to identify gaps …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 36–39 Read article
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Level of Anxiety among Cancer Patients Receiving Chemotherapy
Abstract: Anxiety is a normal reaction to cancer. In patients anxiety can be related to frightening aspects of treatment or to the uncertainty of coping with a potentially life threatening diagnosis. The objective of the present study was to assess the anxiety level of cancer patients receiving chemotherapy. The methodology adopted for the study involved a non experimental quantitative survey design. A total of 100 patients receiving chemotherapy at Day Care …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 2, Issue 1-3, 2012 · pp. 108–115 Read article
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Functioning of Janani Suraksha Yojna: Constraint of Multipurpose Health Worker Females
Abstract: Government launched Janani Suraksha Yojana (JSY) is a safe motherhood intervention to reduce maternal mortality and infant mortality rate through better provision and utilization of services. We carried a study in four sub-centres, selected purposively, from two rural blocks of Haryana, a province of north India to review functioning of JSY and to access the problems faced by MPHW females in implementation of JSY. All the beneficiaries who received the …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 1, Issue 1-2, 2011 · pp. 38–43 Read article
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Factors Affecting Academic Performance of Health Science Students in case of Harar Health Science College, Eastern Ethiopia
Abstract: Background: The concept of quality education is still contentious, it is clear from a lot of research thatgood quality education facilitates the acquisition of knowledge, skills and attitudes that have intrinsicvalue and also helps address important human goal. Objectives: To Assess Factors Affecting AcademicPerformance of Health Science Students in case of Harar Health Science College. Method: A crosssectionalstudy design was employed to assess factors affecting academic performance health Sciencestudent’s enrolled …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 43–50 Read article
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To Assess the Effectiveness of Jacobson’s Progressive Muscle Relaxation (JPMR) Training on Anxiety Level Among Substance Abusers: A Quasi-experimental Study
Abstract: Substance abuse is unlawful use of drugs, that results in severe negative effects and it is taken into account to be dangerous and abusive. Substance abuse has good variety of long-term and short-term effects. Addiction to drugs and anxiety are both co-morbid conditions. These anxiety symptoms arise as a result of withdrawal symptoms of different substance abusers. Anxiety can be treated both pharmacologically and non-pharmacologically. JPMR relaxation technique is one …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 13–23 Read article
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Assessing the Level of Resilience among Selected Nursing Students at College of Nursing, Christian Institute of Health Sciences and Research, Dimapur, Nagaland
Abstract: Resilience is referred to the ability to recover and bounce back quickly from an uncomfortable, difficult or challenging situation. Resilience helps to overcome challenges and move forward despite the failure an individual faces in their personal, social and professional lives. It is very crucial to prepare a student nurse to have a high resilience so that when they become a staff they can handle responsibilities with greater accountability and stable …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 13–18 Read article
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A Randomized Controlled Open Clinical Study to Evaluate the Efficacy of Nagara Ksheera Nasya in the Management of Ardhavabhedaka with Special Reference to Migraine
Abstract: Background: One of the 11 forms of Shiro-Roga is called Ardhavabhedaka, and symptomatically similar to Migraine, which is a neurovascular disorder. Panchakarma procedures and many formulations are described in Ayurveda for the management of Ardhavabhedaka. Since Acharya Chakradatta described Nagara-Ksheera Nasya Karma in the context of Shiro-Roga- Chikitsa, an An effort has been made to assess the efficacy of using it for the management of Ardhavabhedaka. Objective Assess the effectiveness …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 18–32 Read article
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Indirect Treatment Comparison in Meta-Analysis Using Three Methods for Rheumatoid Arthritis
Abstract: Background: The data were extracted from the comparative effectiveness review (CER) on pharmacological treatments for rheumatoid arthritis (RA) developed by the International University of North Carolina Evidence Based Practice Center (UNC EPC). The included studies enrolled patients with active RA despite oral disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARD) therapy. The outcome measures of choice were American College of Rheumatology (ACR) 20/50/70 response rates.Objective: To compare and find the best treatment for RA …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Computational Biology · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 22–27 Read article
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Study of Tricalcium Phosphate Graft plus Platelet Rich Plasma in Bony Defects of Maxillofacial Area
Abstract: The present study was conducted at department of oral and maxillofacial surgery, career post-graduate institute of dental sciences and hospital, Lucknow with an objective to analyze the role of PRP in wound healing of maxillofacial defects along with beta-tricalcium phosphate as bone substitute and to compare the same with beta-tricalcium phosphate as bone substitute without PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma). A total of 30 subjects with maxillofacial bony defects were enrolled …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 54–58 Read article
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An Operational Study to Assess and Maintain the Oral Hygiene of Toddlers and Preschoolers in a Resettled Colony of Dadu Majra Colony UT, Chandigarh, 2011-12
Abstract: Oral hygiene is known as the process of maintaining the mouth, teeth, and gums clean and healthy all at the same time to prevent tooth decay and gum disease. Knowledge imparted at a right age on a regular basis in incredible manner can go a long way in encouraging children to maintain good oral hygiene. The current study was undertaken with the objective to develop skills in maintaining the oral …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Comparison to Evaluate Pain Perceived on Administration of Local Anesthesia for Oral Surgery by Vibrating Needle and Conventional Syringe
Abstract: AbstractAim: The aim of the study was to evaluate and compare pain experienced during insertion of needle and administration of local anaesthesia on the palate, with VibraJect (a vibrating attachment to the conventional syringe) and conventional syringe. The purpose of the study was to investigate the efficacy of the VibraJect dental syringe attachment in reducing pain and discomfort during administration of palatal block and procedural anxiety in patient undergoing dental …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 34–39 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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Novel Word Learning Ability in Adults
Abstract: New word learning refers to the learning of novel words which are not in the vocabulary of the person. It is generally believed that there is no age limit for learning; the same sentence holds good for learning new words also, however the pace of acquisition may differ. Most of the studies carried out in the past have been carried out in children, this necessitates the present study. The present …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Factors Associated with Fear of Fall and Impact on Social Participation in People with Chronic Stroke Living in Community
Abstract: Factors associated with fear of fall (FOF) have been well known in stroke patients but the impact of fall-related factors on social participation is limited. The objective of the present study was to assess the factors associated with FOF and impact of fall-related factors on the social participation in chronic ambulatory stroke patients. A community-based cross-sectional observational design was used for the present study. Thirty chronic ambulatory stroke patients (21 …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 22–33 Read article