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A Study on Clinical Evaluation of Multi Intervention Therapy for Enhancing Quality of Life in Maintenance Hemodialysis Patients
Abstract: Patients with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) receiving maintenance hemodialysis often report a markedly impaired health-related quality of life, largely resulting from factors such as psychological distress, chronic inflammation, and poor nutritional status. Despite its importance as a clinical outcome, HRQOL assessment in dialysis patients has received limited attention. Strengthening comprehensive patient care and optimizing treatment strategies may help reduce complications and promote improved physical, mental, and social well-being. The present …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 69–81 Read article
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Study of Low Back Flexibility among Insurance Office Employees Using Sit and Reach Test
Abstract: AbstractThe job of insurance employees demands prolonged sitting in the office and they are overworked, which reduces flexibility of body and increases the body mass index (BMI), causing musculoskeletal pain through constant stress on the musculoskeletal system. The aim of the study is to estimate the level of flexibility among insurance office employees and to analyze the factors responsible for the low flexibility. The survey was carried out at various …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 13–17 Read article
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Total Productive Maintenance in Indian SMEs: Capability Review
Abstract: In developing country like India, SMEs are still struggling for a suitable model for maintenance management. An effort has been made to prepare the pragmatic model of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) in context of Indian SMEs as they are working with many inherent limitations. 10 companies (participants of Lean Manufacturing Competitiveness Scheme - LMCS project by Ministry of MSME, India) have undertaken for this research with qualitative and qualitative data. …
Published in Journal of Production Research & Management · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 37–52 Read article
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The Impact of Capital Availability on the Performance of Small-scale Enterprises: A Case Study of Selected Small-scale Business Enterprises in Ondo State, Nigeria
Abstract: Small scale enterprise is a form of business organisation whereby one person secures, organises and controls the factors of production and bears the risks of the business. The line of trade, machinery required, building, land, location would determine the initial capital outlay. The focus of the study is on the impact of capital availability on the level of profit generated, expansion of business enterprises as well as the volume of …
Published in Journal of Production Research & Management · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 45–50 Read article
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Extreme Value Analysis of Rainfall using L-Moments of Five Probability Distributions for Chandwa and Latehar Sites in Jharkhand
Abstract: Estimation of rainfall for a given return period is of utmost importance for planning, design and management of civil and hydraulic structures. This can be achieved by conducting Extreme Value Analysis (EVA) of rainfall that consists of fitting probability distributions (PDs) to the annual maximum series of rainfall. In this paper, a study on intercomparison of L-Moments (LMO) of five PDs viz., Extreme Value Type-1 (EV1), Extreme Value Type-2, Generalized …
Published in Journal of Water Resource Engineering and Management · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 42–50 Read article
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Estimation of Peak Flood Discharge for the Ungauged Catchments in the Tributaries of River Sutlej using Synthetic Unit Hydrograph Approach
Abstract: Estimation of peak flood discharge (PFD) for a given return period is of utmost importance for planning and design of hydraulic structures, river protection works, and development of integrated water resources management projects which can be computed by applying various approaches viz., flood frequency analysis, rational formula, envelope curve and synthetic unit hydrograph (SUH). In this paper, SUH approach is adopted for estimation of PFD for the ungauged catchments viz. …
Published in Journal of Water Resource Engineering and Management · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 29–41 Read article
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Encryption Mechanism under Prevalent Invasion
Abstract: The digital and computerized era is fast approaching which has increased the amount of data exchanged over the internet. The information transmitted can be accessed by an unauthorized user who can manipulate the data. This fact reveals the need for security mechanisms resulting in various cryptographic algorithms having enhanced protection mechanisms which fulfill the increased demand for security in cyber-attacks and data exploitation. The main goal of these strategies is …
Published in Journal Of Network security · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 28–34 Read article
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Identification of the Dietary Risk Factors of Diabetes Mellitus Type 2 among Employees of Aligarh Muslim University Aligarh: An Observational Study
Abstract: Background: Type 2 diabetes mellitus is closely related to lifestyle factors such as diet, physical activities, alcohol, smoking, calorie intake as well as obesity and positive family history. Available data suggest that diet is the main culprit and a change in dietary habits and dietetics has a greater potential to improve T2DM. Aims and Objectives: To identify the dietary risk factors of T2DM and find out the association of established …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 20–25 Read article
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Clinical Evaluation of Efficacy of Unani Formulation in Ovulation Induction in Anovulatory Infertility
Abstract: AbstractAnovulation is responsible for 30–40% of infertility. The aim of the present study was to evaluate the efficacy of unani formulation in ovulation induction. A standard controlled randomized single blind study was undertaken at Gynaecology department, National Institute of Unani Medicine Hospital, Bangalore. Patients of anovulatory infertility with menstrual irregularities and polycystic ovarian disease in the age group of 20-40 years were randomly allocated to test (n=20) and control (n=10) …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2013 · pp. 25–32 Read article
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Evaluation of Effect of Rasayana Ghana Tablet (An Ayurvedic Formulation) in Management of Akala jara (Premature Ageing)
Abstract: In the present era of stress, when lifestyle disorders are on the rise, premature ageing is also one of the most prevalent disorders. Ayurvedic Rasayana (rejuvenator) drugs can provide solution for this. The present study was aimed to evaluate the efficacy of Rasayana Ghana tablet (RGT) in management of premature ageing. In this placebo-controlled randomized prospective clinical study, Rasayana Ghana tablet based upon the classical combination of Gokshura (Tribulus terestris …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 1, Issue 1-3, 2012 · pp. 77–88 Read article
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A Comparative Study of Adolescent Mental Health Problems at Selected Rural and Urban Senior Secondary Schools of Haryana
Abstract: Mental disorders account for 14% of the global burden of diseases. One in two adolescents suffers from mental disorders in India. This problem arises not only from economic but also social and cultural factors as well as inadequate and under utilization of health services. To ignore adolescent, means ignoring the future of our nation. Studies on mental health and behaviour problems among the adolescent remain limited, so there was need …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 14–19 Read article
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A Study to Assess Knowledge and Attitude Regarding Janani Suraksha Yojana among ASHA Workers in Selected Primary Health Centers of Anand District, Gujarat
Abstract: Background: Woman plays a cardinal role in the family. Care during child bearing period is very influential aspect for healthy mother with a healthy baby. JSY had a tremendous impact in declining maternal and newborn health morbidities and mortalities. As ASHA worker is the mediator between the health centers and rural community the knowledge, they possess will help to improve the health status of the community people. Due to versatile …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 41–44 Read article
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Males’ Choice of Nursing Career among Senior Secondary School Students in a Selected Boy’s High School, Benin City, South-South Nigeria
Abstract: This is a study on males’ choice of nursing career among senior secondary school students in Edo Boy’s High School, Ugbowo, Benin city, South Nigeria. The study was carried out to assess males’ choice of nursing as a career and factors affecting their choices. A descriptive survey research design and a sample of 445, which is the target population was used. A convenient sampling technique was used to select the …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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Assessment of Knowledge and Skills of Nursing Personnel Working in NICU and Delivery Room of Selected Tertiary Care Hospital of Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
Abstract: Competency in neonatal resuscitation is critical in the delivery rooms and neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) to ensure the safety and health of neonates. Each year, millions of babies do not breathe immediately at birth and among them the majority requires basic neonatal resuscitation. Neonatal resuscitation is effective only when health professionals have sufficient knowledge and skills. The present study was to assess the knowledge and skills of health professionals …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 21–27 Read article
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Study to Assess the Compliance of Medical Regimen of End Stage Renal Clients on Hemodialysis in Selected Hospitals of Amritsar Punjab
Abstract: Study was undertaken with purpose to assess the compliance of medical regimen and bio-psychosocial problems of End stage renal clients undergoing hemodialysis. The conceptual framework adopted for the study was based on Rosenstoch’s (1974) and Becker’s (1975) health belief model. A descriptive research design was used to conduct study on 100 end stage renal clients undergoing hemodialysis selected by purposive sampling method from nephrology units of selected hospitals, Amritsar, Punjab. …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 21–28 Read article
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Effectiveness of STP on Knowledge and Attitude of Nursing Students on Eye Donation
Abstract: There are almost 52 million visually impaired people and 270,000 blind children in India. That's almost one-fourth the world's blind population living in India. Eye donation provides people who are blind with an opportunity to regain their vision through corneal transplantation, research and teaching. The need for donated eyes far exceeds the availability of donations. Nursing students are the future health care providers for the community. They are from different …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 38–42 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Self-instructional Module regarding Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder among Primary School Teachers at Selected Schools in Amritsar
Abstract: The global burden of disease indicates that by the year 2020, childhood neuropsychiatric disorders will increase by more than 50% internationally to become one of the five most common causes of morbidity and disability among children. An exploratory study on adult attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in India revealed that children who are diagnosed with ADHD grow up and become an adult patient of ADHD. Identifying them early and treating …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Knowledge and Practices on Self-Care Activities During Postoperative Period Among Mothers with Lower Segment Caesarean Section in a Selected Hospital at Bangalore: A Descriptive Study
Abstract: Caesarean section is a major obstetric procedure. Mothers who experience a caesarean birth need special care. A daily postpartum assessment should be done which includes assessment of the women’s breast and nipple condition, the amount and character of her lochia, inspection of the abdominal extremities and assessment of her voiding. Mothers may need help with breast feeding especially during the first few days. Acute or chronic complications are experienced by …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 32–35 Read article
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Effectiveness of Video-based Teaching Program on Breastfeeding in Terms of Knowledge and Practice among Postnatal Mothers in a Selected Rural Community of West Bengal, India
Abstract: The study assessed knowledge and practice of breastfeeding in a rural community of West Bengal. The investigator adopted the pre-experimental approach with single group pretest-posttest design, took 30 postnatal mothers by convenient sampling technique, and used a structured interview schedule and observational checklist for data collection to see the effectiveness of video-based teaching program on breastfeeding and found out the relationship knowledge and practice. Study findings reveal that 56.6% mothers …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Assessment of Knowledge of Parents Regarding Prevention of Home Accidents Among Under Five Children
Abstract: Every child in the world matters. Children have the right to grow up in an environment that provides them “special care and assistance” that children require. The present study aimed to assess the knowledge of parents regarding prevention of home accidents among under five children and to determine the association of the knowledge with selected sample characteristics. The research approach was non-experimental with Descriptive Survey Design in selected rural area …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 28–31 Read article