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141 articles for “chi-square”
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Assess the Perception of Nursing Students Towards Nursing Profession in Selected College of Nursing
Abstract: “Life is what our perception is.” Nursing is a noble profession and career of day and night service to the public. Today, the conceptualization by students of nursing profession appears uncertain and the question asked by many students is “what is nursing?” The present study is aimed to assess the perception of nursing students towards nursing profession and to determine the association of the knowledge with selected demographic variables. The …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 18–21 Read article
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Compliance for Primary Immunization in Children in an Urban Slum of Delhi
Abstract: To assess the compliance with primary immunization among children in the age group of 1–5 years and its relation with selected variables, a descriptive survey was conducted in an urban slum of Delhi. Parents of 200 children were interviewed and a checklist was used to assess the immunization status of the children. Data was analyzed through the descriptive and inferential statistics using frequency, percentage and chi-square. The compliance with primary …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2012 · pp. 24–28 Read article
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Compliance for Primary Immunization in Children in an Urban Slum of Delhi
Abstract: To assess the compliance with primary immunization among children in the age group of 1–5 years and its relation with selected variables, a descriptive survey was conducted in an urban slum of Delhi. Parents of 200 children were interviewed and a checklist was used to assess the immunization status of the children. Data was analyzed through the descriptive and inferential statistics using frequency, percentage and chi-square. The compliance with primary …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 2, Issue 1-3, 2012 · pp. 24–28 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Planned Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Temper Tantrums among Mothers of Toddlers in Selected Areas of Sangli, Miraj and Kupwad Corporation Area
Abstract: As a child discovers her autonomy, most mothers must manage and cope with tantrums, the intensity and frequency of which can potentially create a lasting and negative behavioral dynamic. For these reasons, tantrums are important childhood phenomenon that appears to warrant more empirical attention than they have been given to date. Thus, the investigators felt the need to conduct a study to assess the effectiveness of planned teaching programme on …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 1–3 Read article
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Will Dental Insurance Improve Dental Attendance? Exploring the Patients’ Perspective Attending Outpatient Services of a Dental OPD in Odisha: A Cross-Sectional Survey
Abstract: Background: Not at all like most western nations, particular dental insurance is not regular in India. In India, oral health is ordinarily incorporated with the general medical coverage plans. In any case, with developing awareness about dental care among consumers, there is a requirement for dental coverage. The study was conducted to explore the opinion of patients visiting a dental institution regarding usefulness of dental insurance in availing dental treatments. …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 11–17 Read article
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Prevalence of Dental Anxiety among Patients Visiting a Teaching Dental Hospital in Lucknow, India and Self-perceived Treatment Need
Abstract: The provocation of anxiety by dental treatment is a universal phenomenon. The present study aims to assess the prevalence of dental anxiety among patients visiting a teaching dental hospital in Lucknow, India and their self-perceived treatment needs. It is a questionnaire-based cross-sectional study carried out on patients visiting the various departments of Babu Banarasi Das College of Dental Sciences and Hospital, Lucknow. The chi-square (χ2) test was used for comparison …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2013 · pp. 36–42 Read article
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The Effect of Magnesium and Zinc Lozenge on Postoperative Sequelae after Third Molar Surgery: A Prospective Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Study
Abstract: Background: The postoperative sequelae after third molar surgery include pain, swelling and trismus, Magnesium has antinociceptive effects that can prevent central sensitization caused by peripheral nociceptive stimulation by blocking the N-methyl-D-aspartate-type glutamate receptors, Zinc acts as anti-inflammatory agent, can promote wound healing, immune system modulation, tissue repair, and significant reduction in the use of analgesics for oral pain. This study was aimed to evaluate the efficacy of Magnesium and Zinc …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 10–18 Read article
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Knowledge and awareness regarding primary teeth and their importance amongst postgraduate students of specialty other than pediatric dentistry in and around Vadodara city, India – A questionnaire survey
Abstract: AbstractPrimary teeth play an inevitable role in eating, phonetics, esthetics and also act as a spacemaintainer for permanent teeth. Therefore, their retention with a timely checkup and proper intervention due to caries is required till eruption of permanent teeth. This is to prevent the early tooth loss due to caries which is more frequent scenario. This is due to unawareness, ignorance and negligence amongst parents about children’s oral hygiene resulting …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 22–29 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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Dietary Habit, Anthropometric Measurements and Haematological Parameters in Correlation with Prevalence of Iron-Deficiency Anaemia among Never Married Tribal Female Postgraduates of Assam, India
Abstract: Iron deficiency (ID) is the most common nutritional deficiency and familiar cause of anaemia worldwide. Among the tribal population of India, the scenario of anaemia is severe. Eating habit along with a number of genetic haemoglobin (Hb) disorders has been found to modify the morbidity and mortality of these populations. Providing information on causes and prevalence rate on anaemia among tribal population in one of the severely affected international border …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 19–26 Read article
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Screening of Obesity and its Associated Biochemical Markers in North Indian Population
Abstract: The aim of the present study was to explore out the prevalence of biochemical markers, and their connection with obesity in north Indian population. The sample size was 300, between the ages of 10 and 60 years old from all the ethics of north India. The obesity was calculated by body mass index based on the World Health Organization standard. We collected venous blood for biochemical markers investigation (total cholesterol, …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 51–54 Read article
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Nutritional Assessment of Rural Farmers in Ahmadabad District of Gujarat State—Implication for Health and Well-being
Abstract: Nutrition is an important factorcontributing to health and functional ability. Malnutrition is more common in geriatric population but it is underestimated.Nutritional status is an important component of nutritional care and state of health of any individual. This study examined the nutritional status of rural farmers of Ahmadabad district in Gujarat State using dietary assessment method and body mass index (BMI). The major objectives of the study were to determine the …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 57s–63s Read article
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Study to Assess the Knowledge of Staff Nurses about Practicing Narcotic Policies in Selected Hospitals ICU in View to Prepare Information Pamphlet
Abstract: Narcotic use and diversion among nurses is a growing problem. Substance abuse is the major reason listed by the State Board of Nursing for disciplinary action. Staff nurses needs to be aware regarding narcotic and diversion. In the present study, 20 staff nurses were selected by purposive sampling from selected hospital from Miraj, Maharashtra, India in the year 2015. Knowledge questionnaire was used for data collection. Results demonstrated that majority …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 4–8 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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Work Related Musculoskeletal Pain among Physiotherapy Students
Abstract: Physiotherapists serve as role models for practicing healthy lifestyle behaviors. They are desired to have a good level of physical fitness to meet their job demands. Their professional demands require the therapist to engage in activities that demand a wholesome amount of strength, endurance and flexibility. The job analysis shows that physiotherapy students are more likely to experience musculoskeletal pain. Occupational musculoskeletal pain relates to workplace hazards and incurs high …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 25–31 Read article
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Status of Dengue in Different Regions of Southern Bengal
Abstract: Introduction: Dengue is an endemic disease affecting various parts of the world, including India. At present, it isone of the major global health problems that need an immediate attention. The aim of our study was to determine the sero-prevalance and clinic-epidemiological data of dengue in few districts of Southern Bengal.Methodology: A total of 11,846 cases of either sex or age groups were included, followed by a detailed clinical and physical …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 11–19 Read article
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A Comparative Study of Knowledge, Attitude and Practices about Hepatitis B and its Vaccination of Mothers in Urban Slums and Business Communities of Delhi
Abstract: To assess and compare knowledge, attitude and practices of mothers of eligible children regarding Hepatitis B and its prevention in urban slums and business communities of Delhi, a population based, comparative cross-sectional survey was carried out in the urban slums located adjacent to Maulana Azad Medical College and business locality Tilak Nagar located in West Delhi district of Delhi. The study was conducted among 128 mothers in business community and …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2013 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Magnitude and Risk Factors of Ante-partum Hemorrhage in Lemlem Karl Hospital, Tigray, Northern Ethiopia
Abstract: Antepartum Hemorrhage (APH) is a grave obstetrical emergency. APH continues to be a major cause of maternal and perinatal morbidity and mortality even in modern obstetrics. It is one of the most frequent emergencies. Vaginal bleeding in the third trimester complicates 2–5% of all pregnancies. It is considered an obstetric emergency because hemorrhage remains the most frequent cause of maternal and fetal deaths. It is a critical for the well-being …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 13–22 Read article
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Efficacy of Apium graveolens (Bekh Karafs) in Hyperuricemia: A Randomized Single Blind Standard Control Study
Abstract: Hyperuricemia may induce certain complications like gouty arthritis, nephrolithiasis and uricacid nephropathy. Owing to its dreadful complications, the researchers of different system ofmedicine are concentrating themselves for the development of new drugs, which can loweruric acid level in blood. The main aim of the study was to assess the efficacy of Apiumgraveolens in lowering the serum uric acid level in blood. The present study was a singleblind, randomized standard control …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 7–12 Read article
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The Patient’s Dilemma: An approach in Medical Decision Making using the Prisoner’s Dilemma Model and the Prospect Theory
Abstract: Prospect theory suggests that when people are faced with uncertain outcome, they may be risk seeking or aversive, depending on the utility value. While Prisoner’s dilemma shows that suboptimal choices are made if people seek their own gain only. Patients’ demand in decision making during the recent years evolved this dilemma. Through a mathematical approach and survey, the doctor-patient involvement in decision making has been explored. A hypothetical model was …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 54–63 Read article