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Comparison of Recording of Blood Pressure by Mercury Sphygmomanometer and Digital Sphygmometer: A Pilot Study
Abstract: Mercury sphygmomanometers are being replaced by other devices due the risk of mercury exposure to individuals as well as the environment. However, the accuracy of blood pressure (BP) recording must be ensured. The devices should be clinically validated before use. Present study was done to compare the recording of BP with mercury and digital sphygmomanometer. A descriptive comparative study design was employed. Fifty hospitalised patients were purposively selected. Patient information …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 34–37 Read article
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Effectiveness of Video Assisted Teaching on Self Care Management among Patients with Diabetes mellitus
Abstract: There are 300 million patients diagnosed with diabetes worldwide. The unbelievable fact is that India is making the world diabetes capital; every sixth diabetic in the world is Indian. Self-care management is that where the individuals initiate and perform on behalf of themselves in maintaining life, health and well-being. Self-care in diabetes is crucial. It has been claimed that as much as 98% of diabetes care is self-care. So, the …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 43–47 Read article
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A study to Assess the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Program on Knowledge Regarding Homecare and Management of Asthma among Asthmatic Clients in a Selected Hospital at Amritsar
Abstract: Asthma is a common disease worldwide with significant ethnic and regional variation and increasing morbidity and mortality as well as health care burden from asthma has been recognized lately. Asthma is one of the major causes for discomfort and death. Due to its chronic characteristics, it is one of the major concerns nowadays. The present study’s objective was “to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching program on knowledge regarding home …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 22–27 Read article
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Effectiveness of SIM Regarding Psychotropic Drugs in Terms of Knowledge among Nursing Personnel
Abstract: The increased use of psychotropic medication has been dramatic for adolescents, adults, and the elderly, which indicates that nursing professionals need to increase their knowledge base and understanding of psychotropic medications, the importance of diagnosis, understanding the basic psychotropic medications by name and how they work, an awareness of side-effects/complications, and the importance of staying current with research in this field. The current study was taken up to evaluate the …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 31–36 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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Digital Tympanic Membrane Temperature versus Digital Axillary Temperature: Comparative Study among Neonates
Abstract: Neonatal hypothermia continues to be a significant issue in the developing countries and there remains considerable controversy regarding the most appropriate thermometer and the best anatomical site for temperature measurement. In this diagnostic study, the prime objective was to find which thermometry practice could be proved effective for assessment of temperature in neonates. For this, the authors evaluated the agreement between tympanic thermometry measurements, digital axillary thermometry measurements and skin …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 38–46 Read article
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Assessment of Perception and Preparedness Regarding Use of Electronic Health Records Among Health Care Professionals
Abstract: This study was conducted with objectives to assess perception about need and use of electronic health records and preparedness to adopt electronic heath records. A descriptive study was conducted in Jan, 2013 at ICU’s of DMC and Hospital, Ludhiana. A total of 200 health care professionals consisting of, 150 nurses, 30 technicians and 20 resident doctors were selected by stratified random sampling technique. Structured questionnaire consists of 20 items to …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 32–36 Read article
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Breast Cancer: Risk Factors: A Mini Review of Literature
Abstract: Breast cancer was considered to be one amongst the most commonly cancer disease in the world. Now it is considered to be the second cancer disease among women in India, with most of the affected population is in the urban areas. Breast cancer is seen mostly after the age of 40 years. According to the Cancer fact 2012, breast cancer is now seen to be among women aged from 35 …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 37–42 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Knowledge and Attitude of Student Nurses Regarding Computer Application in Nursing Curriculum
Abstract: A study to assess the knowledge and attitude of student nurses regarding computer applications in nursing curriculum. B. Sc. Nursing 1st year students in Nightingale Institute of Nursing, Noida was undertaken by Prof Kalpana Mandal, Associate Professor Lekha Singh, Lecturer G. Sonia at Nightingale Institute of Nursing, Noida, Chaudhary Charan Singh University, during the year 2011-13. The objectives of the study were: (1) To assess the knowledge of computer application …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 7–17 Read article
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Assessment of the Knowledge and Practices of Mothers Performing Kangaroo Mother Care for Neonates
Abstract: The present study was conducted with an objective to assess the knowledge and practices of mothers performing kangaroo mother care (KMC) for low birth weight babies at neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), Neonatal Nursery (NNN) and maternity ward of Nehru Hospital, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh, India. Using purposive sampling technique, 50 mothers were included in the study. After obtaining the informed consent, a questionnaire …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2013 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Effect of Parent Training on Misconception regarding Intellectual Disability
Abstract: Parental involvement in care and rehabilitation of their children with intellectual disability (ID) or mental retardation (MR) has been given due importance to facilitate children’s emotional, social, language, cognitive and motor skill development. However, misconception among the parents limits their involvement in overall development of children with intellectual disability. Though parent training has been utilized for improving misconception resulting in effective parental involvement, there is limited data available in this …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2012 · pp. 66–72 Read article
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Improving Knowledge Regarding Universal Precautions amongst Nurses in Delhi
Abstract: Universal precautions are important, without it there are lot of health problems. Every nurse is expected to have proper knowledge of universal precautions, which can be improved with training. The objective was to find out the impact of training on knowledge of nurses regarding universal precautions. A hospital based intervention study was carried out from January 2010 to March 2011 in Maharishi Valmiki Hospital Pooth Khurd, New Delhi on 74 …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2012 · pp. 79–86 Read article
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Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Disaster and Disaster Preparedness among School Going Children
Abstract: Introduction: A disaster is an extreme description of the functioning of a society that causeswidespread human, material, or environment losses that exceed the ability of the affectedsociety to cope using only its own resources. Incidents such as cyclones, landslides andhurricanes, by themselves are not contemplated as natural catastrophe. Rather, they becomedisasters when they adversely and seriously affect human life, livelihood and property.Disaster alertness, therefore, attempt to ready for and minimize …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 44–50 Read article
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Organ Donation Educational Package Improves Knowledge and Commitment of Nurses towards Pledging for Organ Donation
Abstract: Nurses’ knowledge and commitment towards pledging for organ donation is important to promote organ donation. This study was carried out to (i) assess the knowledge of nurses regarding organ donation, (ii) develop and administer the educational package for nurses, (iii) assess its effectiveness on knowledge and commitment of nurses towards pledging for organ donation. A quasi-experimental study was conducted on 149 nurses (75 in experimental and 74 in control group) …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 14–20 Read article
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Awareness and Impact of Education on Breast Self Examination Among Housekeeping Staffs (Class IV Workers)
Abstract: Breast cancer accounts for 19–34% of all cancer cases among women in India. There is high mortality due to lack of awareness and nonexistent breast cancer screening programmes. Early detection and prompttreatment offer the greatest chance of long-term survival and BSE (Breast Self Examination) seems to be an important viable optional substitute for early detection of cancer. The aim of the study was to assess the existing knowledge and skills …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 1, Issue 1-2, 2011 · pp. 21–27 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Planned Teaching Programme Regarding Road Traffic Accident and Its Prevention among the Adolescents (11th to 12th Class) in Selected School of Bhilai (C.G.)
Abstract: Road traffic injuries are the leading cause of death among children and young adults aged 5–29 years. The main objective of this study was to assess the pre-test post-test knowledge regarding road traffic accident and its prevention among adolescents. Quasi-experimental, one group pre-test post-test research design was taken on. A total of 60 samples were selected using non-probability purposive sampling technique. The tool used for the study comprised of two …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 59–65 Read article
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Effect of Parent Training on Misconception regarding Intellectual Disability
Abstract: Parental involvement in care and rehabilitation of their children with intellectual disability (ID) or mental retardation (MR) has been given due importance to facilitate children’s emotional, social, language, cognitive and motor skill development. However, misconception among the parents limits their involvement in overall development of children with intellectual disability. Though parent training has been utilized for improving misconception resulting in effective parental involvement, there is limited data available in this …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 2, Issue 1-3, 2012 · pp. 66–72 Read article
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Improving Knowledge Regarding Universal Precautions amongst Nurses in Delhi
Abstract: Universal precautions are important, without it there are lot of health problems. Every nurse is expected to have proper knowledge of universal precautions, which can be improved with training. The objective was to find out the impact of training on knowledge of nurses regarding universal precautions. A hospital based intervention study was carried out from January 2010 to March 2011 in Maharishi Valmiki Hospital Pooth Khurd, New Delhi on 74 …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 2, Issue 1-3, 2012 · pp. 79–86 Read article
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Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Child-to-Child Approach through Role Play on Knowledge Regarding Causes, Prevention and Management of Accidents Among School Going Children in Selected School of Bhilai, Chhattisgarh
Abstract: Death rate of children due to road traffic accident is high in India due to low-level enforcement of simple road safety measures in India, such as prohibition and monitoring of drunken driving, wearing helmets, seat belts and child restraints. School teachers should inculcate traffic safety among students and enforce traffic rules within the school premises. The mandatory use of child restraints can reduce child deaths by 35%.Method: A quasi-experimental study …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 21–28 Read article
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Association between Functional Status and Treatment Adherence among Elderly Suffering from Diabetes Mellitus
Abstract: The burden of diabetes mellitus(DM) is rising disproportionately in the world. Elderly population is moreprone for chronic and recurrent illness like DM which may require long term treatment. Non-adherencein this age group accounts for substantial worsening of functional status. Little knowledge is availableregarding association between functional status and treatment adherence among elderly. The aim is toassess the functional status and its association with treatment adherence among elderly with diabetes. Across …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 23–28 Read article