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Diabetes Mellitus-Risk Assessment
Abstract: Objective: To determine the risk of acquiring diabetes in patients and families, as well as the relationship between risk of developing diabetes and certain demographic characteristics. Methods: With 500 samples, a non-experimental descriptive design was utilized to assess the risk of developing diabetes. Convenience or Accidental sampling method was opted, and the data were collected by Bio physiological method and interview method by using ADA and FDA scale. Result: According …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 19–25 Read article
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Role of Mustadi Upanah in Janusandhigata Vata: Single Case Study
Abstract: Knee Osteoarthritis (OA) is a very common type of noninflammatory arthritis in weight bearing joints. It affects both soft hard tissues to the particular joint. OA can occur at any age, but it commonly starts 50s. It affects mostly female than male. The prevalence is 10% in male and 13% in female of 60 years of aged population. This case deals with a diagnosed case of bilateral knee osteoarthritis in …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 41–46 Read article
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Analytical and in Vitro Evaluation of Krimighna Karma of Padumale, A Folklore Plant–Lindernia Crustacea (L) F. Muell W.S.R. To Diarrheagenic Organisms
Abstract: Traditional knowledge of medicinal plants got more importance in recent era. Hence there is a need to develop new effective traditional drugs with scientific validation. One such plant is Lindernia crustacea (L) F. Muell called as padumale in south canara district, Karnataka. It is small slender prostrate plant found in moist shady places. The local people successfully use the juice of fresh plant in few drops once in a day …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 9, Issue 03, 2022 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Prevalence and Treatment Outcome of Burn Injury among Pediatric Patients Attending Pediatric Emergency OPD of Hawassa University Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, Hawassa, Southern Ethiopia
Abstract: Background: Burn injury is one of the most common and devastating forms of trauma and a major health problem of pediatric morbidity and mortality worldwide resulting in substantial physical, psychological and economic loss. Burn-related injuries are a significant burden in children, particularly in low and middle-income countries (LMICs), where more than 90% of burn-related pediatric deaths occur [1]. The aim of this study was to assess the prevalence and treatment …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Computational Biology · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 8–15 Read article
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Awareness Regarding Importance of Fluoridated Toothpaste among 12–14 Years Old Children
Abstract: Introduction: Brushing with fluoride dentifrice is a critical element of our defence against dental caries. Optimal caries protection from the fluoride in a dentifrice will only be provided if brushing delivers fluoride effectively and specifically to the teeth.Aim and Objectives: Aim was to assess the knowledge regarding use of fluoridated toothpaste in prevention of dental caries among 12–14 years old children. Objectives were to know whether the children in the …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 22–28 Read article
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Effect of Sodium Fluoride and Cellulose Gum Toothpaste over Regular SLA Toothpaste in Reducing Xerostomia-A Retrospective Cohort Study
Abstract: Our aim is to study the effect of mildly flavoured sodium fluoride 0.2% and cellulose gum on patient suffering from chronic xerostomia in comparison to effect of general sodium Laurel sulphate containing toothpaste on same condition patient. A controlled study population was used for the investigation. The baseline for this study is to estimate the risk of developing xerostomia or worsening of the condition in patient already suffering from xerostomia …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 22–24 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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Processing of Sight Word Reading in Adult Deaf Individuals
Abstract: To read individual words accurately and quickly is the skilled reader ability. All words that readers can retrieve from their memory quickly are known as sight words including high frequency words. Sight word reading is an automatic process which is not influenced by intention or choice. English alphabetic system is very variable hence open to decoding errors. This makes reading words from memory by sight essential and significant in English. …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 57–61 Read article
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Effect of Lifestyle Pattern on Sleeping Quality among the Students of Selected University
Abstract: A descriptive research design was undertaken to assess the effect of lifestyle pattern on sleeping quality of college students of S’O’A University. A total of 50 students were selected by nonprobability convenience sampling technique and data were collected from the students by using structured interview schedule and questionnaire. Demographic characteristics revealed that 66% of the students were in the age group of 18–20 years, 28% were between 21–23 years, 6% …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 17–22 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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Treatment Seeking Behavior in Women with Urinary Incontinence, Our Experience in Rural Gujarat, India
Abstract: Urinary incontinence (UI) is defined as the complaint of any involuntary leakage of urine. It is a significant health problem with serious physical, psychological, and social consequences affecting women in all age groups. Though the prevalence is increasing all over the world, it is seen that fewer than half of women with UI seek care for their condition. We aimed to find the treatment-seeking behaviour of women suffering from UI …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 1s–5s Read article
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Stuttering – Review of 100 Cases at Tertiaty Care Centre
Abstract: Stuttering is prevalent in both the sexes and in every level of society, though the disorder is more prevalent in males as compared to females. It affects people in all ages, from infancy to old age. Seventy eight patients improved satisfactorily and twenty two patients missed follow up. Key words: stuttering, speech therapy, intelligence quotient, stuttering severity index
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2012 · pp. 28–34 Read article
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Predictors of Low Birth Weight in Tigrai Regional State, Northern Ethiopia: Hospital Based Case Control Study
Abstract: Background: Low birth weight is a serious public health crisis to neonatal survival, about 20.6 million such infants born each year and the developing world inhabits 96.5% of them and little is documented about the predictors of low birth weight in Ethiopia. Therefore, this study is intended to identify the determinants of low birth weight in governmental hospitals of Tigrai national state, Ethiopia.Method: A case-control study was carried out at …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 23–32 Read article
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Episiotomy Practice and its Associated Factors among Mothers who Gave Birth Vaginally at Public Health Institutions of Shire Town, Northern Ethiopia
Abstract: Obstetric perineal trauma is assumed to be a serious health problem for women as well as for their child during their childbirth. Episiotomy is the commonest obstetric surgical operation performed to increase the diameter of the vulvas outlet during the late period of the second stage of labor in order to facilitate vaginal delivery. The rate of episiotomy is on the decline in developed countries but still remains high in …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 15–21 Read article
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Prevention of Iron Deficiency Anemia during Pregnancy Among Industrial Women
Abstract: Iron deficiency anemia was considered to be among the most important contributing factors to the global burden of disease. Iron deficiency anaemia is very common in pregnancy. The iron deficiency may originate during pregnancy or exist prior to pregnancy. The investigator during her field experience found many women suffering from anaemia, without any knowledge regarding anemia. The investigator has also had many experiences of those women who are working in …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 6–10 Read article
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Effectiveness of Changing Catheter in Prevention of Urinary Tract Infection
Abstract: The present study is to compare the effect of routine catheter care and changing urinary catheter in urinary tract infection. The literature about routine catheter care and changing catheter both were reviewed. The focus of the study is catheter variables and reflects the empirical aspect of concept being studied. In this study the independent variable is routine catheter care Vs changing urinary catheter and the dependent variable is urinary tract …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 19–24 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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Baseline KABP Study Related to HIV among Young People in Kamrup District, Assam
Abstract: Youth is that period in one’s life span when physical, emotional, social and mental changes take place. It is a period of transition from childhood to adulthood. The World Health Organization defines “adolescents” as people between 10–19 years of age; “youth” as those between 15–24 years; and “young people” as those between 10–24 years (World Health Organization, 1989). It is a very crucial period in one’s life span as this …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 5–9 Read article
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Prevalence of Tobacco Use in Group C and D Employees in a Medical College of Delhi
Abstract: One in three adults worldwide smokes tobacco and smoking is characterized by chemical dependence which falls into a model of chronic disease. Consumption of tobacco is a public health problem, which involves all age groups and all strata of people. This study aims to find out the prevalence of tobacco use and smoking and nicotine dependence among Group C and D employees of a medical college. We carried out a …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 1, Issue 1-3, 2011 · pp. 40–48 Read article
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Impact of Malnutrition on lipid profile in chronic kidney disease patients in Bundelkhand
Abstract: The present study was carried out to identify the role of malnutrition and its relationship for the development of cardiovascular disease (CVD) in chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients taking hemodialysis. We conducted an analytical study with 100 patients. It was carried out over one-year period, from February 25, 2017 to March 30, 2018. The inclusion criteria were the patients who have been on hemodialysis for at least past three months …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 17–21 Read article