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The Relation between Health Literacy Levels of the Patients Diagnosed with Diabetes and Diabetic Foot Care Behaviors
Abstract: Purpose:The present study was conducted as a descriptive study to examine the relation between health literacy levels of patients diagnosed with diabetes and diabetic foot care behaviors.Method: Prior to the study, permission was received from the Ethics Committee, the institution and the patients. The universe of the study consisted of all the patients who were admitted with the diagnosis of diabetes between September and December 2019. The sampling of the …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 86–94 Read article
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A Study to Evaluate the Effect of Assertiveness Training on Knowledge Regarding Prevention of Sexual Abuse and Performance of Self-defense Techniques among Students
Abstract: period of both ignorance and innocence.Child abuseis a state of physical, emotional and sexual maltreatment meted out to person below the age of 18. Sexual abuse againstchildren has serious and long-lasting consequences on individual’s physical and mental health, their social and occupational functioning.This study was aimed to assess the effect of assertiveness training on knowledge regarding prevention of sexual abuse and performance of self-defense techniques among students.The objectives of the …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 15–19 Read article
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Methods to Increase Peripheral Veins Visualization in Patients Getting Chemotherapy
Abstract: Peripheral intravenous catheter insertion is a common nursing procedure often required for the administration of chemotherapy, antibiotics, blood products, fluids and other medical therapies. The insertion of intravenous cannula can be extremely difficult, particularly in individuals receiving repeated course of chemotherapy. Because of the nature of chemotherapeutic drugs, the veins may get damaged and makes the intravenous cannulation difficult. The current article highlights certain methods which can enhance the visualization …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 2, Issue 1-3, 2012 · pp. 123–129 Read article
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Patient’s Satisfaction from Nursing Care Services
Abstract: A descriptive study was conducted to assess the level of patient’s satisfaction from nursing care services and to determine the association of patient’s satisfaction with the selected variables. The study was conducted in the selected units of Maharishi Markandeshwar Institute of Medical Sciences and Research (MMIMSR) & Hospital, Mullana, Ambala, Haryana, India. From the past few years, it has grown in every sphere and renders services for all specialization having …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 17–20 Read article
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Awareness About Lifestyle Diseases Associated Risk Factors in School Going Children in Delhi
Abstract: Lifestyle means a pattern of individual practices and personal behavioral choices that are related to elevated or reduced health risk. The diseases which primarily arise from the abnormal lifestyle of a person are grouped under the term “Lifestyle Diseases”. For younger population, the risk of lifestyle disease looms larger. Therefore, this paper aimed to find the prevalence and awareness of lifestyle disease related risk factors in school going children aged …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 1, Issue 1-2, 2011 · pp. 11–20 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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A DESCRIPTIVE STUDY TO ASSESS THE LEVEL OF STRESS AMONG THE STAFF NURSES OF GOVT.HOSPITAL FATEHABAD
Abstract: The word stress was originally used by Selye. It is defined as an adoptive, responsive to an external situation that results in physical, psychological and behavioral deviation for organizational participants. Stress is the most common condition experienced by workers which occurs when their conflicts between workplace, workload and the individual’s ability to cope with the situation (AGOLLA, 2008). Problem resulting from stress includes -Decline in physical and mental health, Feeling …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 14–18 Read article
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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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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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Assessment of Comorbid Illness Among Patients with Chronic Kidney Disease at Selected Hospitals in Madurai
Abstract: Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a comprehensive term encompassing kidney damage or a sustained reduction in the glomerular filtration rate over a period of three months or longer. CKD is linked to a diminished quality of life, heightened healthcare costs, and premature mortality. The main objective of this study was to identify the comorbid illnesses among the patient with chronic kidney disease and to associate the comorbid illness with their …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 8–13 Read article
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Knowledge Regarding Rights and Welfare Schemes of Differently Abled Children Among Mothers in a Selected Special School, Kottayam
Abstract: The study was conducted ‘‘To assess the knowledge regarding rights and welfare schemes of differently abled children among mothers in a selected special school’’ The main objective of the study is to assess the level of knowledge of mothers regarding rights and welfare of differently abled children and their association with demographic variables. The current study employed a non-experimental descriptive research design. It involved 30 mothers with children under 12 …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Prevalence of Obesity Among School Students
Abstract: The increasing prevalence of obesity is a global concern, affecting not only adults but also children, teenagers, and young adults. To address this issue, a study was conducted to assess the prevalence of obesity by measuring the Body Mass Index (BMI) of 120 school students in Tarn Taran, Punjab. The study revealed several key characteristics of the participants. A significant majority of the students were day scholars, constituting 81% of …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Concept of Karya-Karana Siddhanta: A review
Abstract: As per the necessity and requirement of individual one may find differences in methodologies which are followed by various streams of science, but one thing which is common to all of them is the reason to find out factors responsible for a particular action. Here the action is termed as effect and the factor responsible for it is called as cause. This ‘cause and effect’ theory is the base of …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 31–36 Read article
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Significance of Sara Pariksha in Ayurveda: A Critical Review
Abstract: In Ayurveda, Sara Pariksha is one among the ten types of methods to examine a patient, stated as Dashvidha Aatura Pariksha. Sara Pariksha primarily determines the strength of a person. Acharya Chakrapani illustrated Sara as ‘Vishudhataro Dhatu’, which means the essence of all Dhatu. Eight types are explained by Acharya Charaka, each one characterized by both physical as well as psychological parameters. These contribute to the physician in deciding the …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Risk Factors in a Sample Population of Primary Hypertension—An Observational Study
Abstract: There is no set definition of hypertension till date because normal blood pressure is so much variable in different age groups, sex, races and even in a single individual in different circumstances. Hence a single definition with fixed blood pressure levels, indicating hypertension cannot be applicable in every human being irrespective of age, sex and race. National Health and Nutrition Examination Surveys (NHANES) in the United States have reported a …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 19–22 Read article
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Role of Sarvanga Takradhara with Siddarthak Kwatha in Psoriasis: A Review
Abstract: Psoriasis is a chronic, non-infectious, inflammatory and an auto-immune disorder characterized by sharply demarcated erythematous plaques with mica like silvery scales. It occurs primarily on elbow, knee, and scalp and by chronic fluctuating course. It not only ruins the quality of life of afflicted individuals but also has substantial psychological and social impact on patient’s life, as the appearance of patient may be embarrassing. In Ayurveda, all skin diseases have …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 31–37 Read article
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Inspirations on De-addiction to Alcoholism and Drug Abuse in Our Ancient Indian Yogic Texts
Abstract: It has become obvious that `the war on drugs` has not dampened the use, abuse and trade of drugs; In fact, their use has increased. It is now long overdue to look into other reasons as to why drug use is so prevalent, especially in the modernized world, and how ancient knowledge of human being and spiritualized focus systems like yoga can contribute to our understanding of our tendency towards …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 38–43 Read article
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A Comparative Study of Pachak Pitta and Jathragni
Abstract: Welcome to the world of Ayurveda, in present era, everybody is looking towards Ayurveda for health care. Besides the medicine, we are having one special principle which other disease are not having, i.e., Swasthasya Swasthya Rakshanam. Swasthya is a state when an individual in a state of equilibrium of three dosas, normal functioning of the thirteen agnis (digestion and metabolism), the dhatus and malas and he is in the state …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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A Conceptual Study of Assessment of Virechana Karma w.s.r. to Kaphant Virechana
Abstract: Welcome in the world of modern Ayurveda. In present era everybody is looking towards Ayurveda for health care. Panchakarma is one among the primary key elements of ancient documented science of life, which not only insists upon the maintenance of health of healthy individual rather than adopting curative measures. Virechana is considered as best therapeutic measure for pitta dosa among all five measures of panchkarma. Virechana karma is one of …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 47–51 Read article