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11 articles for “mothers of under two years”
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A Study to Evaluate the Effectiveness of Teaching Program on Knowledge Regarding Pediatric Orthopedic Disorders Among Mothers of Children Under Two Years Old at Selected Areas of Hubballi–Dharwad
Abstract: Pediatric orthopedic health plays an important role in the proper growth and development of children. Any deficit in orthopedic function may lead to delayed growth and physical deformities. Mothers of children under two years of age are the primary caregivers, and their knowledge regarding pediatric orthopedic disorders is essential for early identification and timely referral for treatment. The present study was conducted to assess the effectiveness of a structured teaching …
Published in International Journal of Orthopedic Nursing and Practices · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Assessment of Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Women Towards Exclusive Breastfeeding in Jimma Health Center, Jimma Town, Southwest Ethiopia
Abstract: Background: Breastfeeding is a natural gift that is very important for the fulfillment of natural necessity of newborn. However, now a days, the practice of breastfeeding especially exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) up to six months is decreasing all over the world including the developing countries like Ethiopia despite its numerous advantages. Maternal parity, age, educational level and total family income are some of the reasons incremented for the decline in breastfeeding. …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 47–60 Read article
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Weight Loss Surgery Induced Telogen Effluvium (We Loss SITE) Management – Our Experiences
Abstract: Telogen effluvium, a condition of non-inflammatory, no-scarring, diffuse hair loss after weight loss surgery. A through history taking and videodermatoscopy is an effective tool for evaluation of a patient with weight loss surgery-induced teleogen effluvium (We Loss SITE). Cyclical nutritional therapy, low level laser therapy, autologous platelet rich plasma are effective treatments for telogen effluvium. This case report shares our experience in the management of a patient with weight loss …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2024 Read article
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Assessment of Routine Child Immunization and Associated Factors Among Children Under Two Years of Age in Jigjiga Karamara Hospital, East Ethiopia
Abstract: Objective: Expanded programme on immunization (EPI) is one of the greatest achievements in medicine and public health, greatly reducing morbidity, mortality and health care costs. Despite various initiatives and campaigns, programme improvement was marginalized in Ethiopia. This study was aimed to assess routine child immunization and associated factors among children less than two years of age in Jigjiga Karamara Hospital, East Ethiopia. Methods: Institutional-based cross-sectional study was conducted on mothers …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 25–32 Read article
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Knowledge and Practices of Mothers Health on Malnutrition Prevention in Under-Five Children at Selected Community Area, Kanpur Nagar
Abstract: Background: Malnutrition is a common concern among children under five years old, particularly during their crucial growth years. Maintaining a nutritious and well-balanced diet is crucial for prevention. Consuming regular meals – such as three smaller meals along with two to three nutritious snacks daily – while ensuring sufficient intake of protein and carbohydrates can help lower the risk of malnutrition. Objectives: To assess mothers’ knowledge regarding malnutrition in children …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 50–62 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge and Practice Regarding Diarrhea and Its Management among Mothers of Under-fives Children in Selected Rural Areas of Fatehabad
Abstract: Diarrhea is the major causes of morbidity and mortality in children’s of under-five years in developing countries and an important cause of malnutrition. In New Delhi (2007) slum area, the attack rate of acute diarrhea disease (ADD) was 7.73% and ADD’s annual adjusted morbidity rate was 1.69 episodes per child per year. In 2001 an estimated 1.5 million below 5 years died from diarrhea. Eight out of 10 of these …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 19–24 Read article
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Assessment of Knowledge and Barriers Regarding Immunization among Parents Visiting the Paediatric OPD
Abstract: “Healthy Children Today Make Healthy Nation Tomorrow” Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. Immunization is a proven tool for controlling and eliminating life-threatening infectious diseases and is estimated to avert between two and three million deaths each year. The present study aimed to assess the knowledge and barriers regarding immunization among parents, to determine association of …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 29–33 Read article
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The Role of Breastfeeding in Early Childhood and Maternal Health: A Perspective
Abstract: Breastfeeding is globally recognized as the optimal method of infant feeding, offering unparalleled benefits for both child survival and maternal health. Breast milk provides a balanced mix of essential nutrients, bioactive compounds, and protective antibodies, making it the gold standard for early nutrition. Exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of life, followed by continued breastfeeding with complementary foods for up to two years or longer, is recommended by the …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Dairy Science and Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 43–47 Read article
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Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Menstrual Hygiene among Adolescent Girls
Abstract: A vital aspect of health education for adolescent girls in menstrual hygiene. An effective menstrualhygiene helps to achieve millennium development goals two (universal education), three (genderequality and women empowerment) and five (improving maternal health) directly or indirectly.Adolescent girls often have lack of knowledge regarding menstrual hygiene and reproductive health.The aim of the present study is to assess the level of knowledge among adolescent girls regardingmenstrual hygiene. A quasi experimental design …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Functioning of Janani Suraksha Yojna: Constraint of Multipurpose Health Worker Females
Abstract: Government launched Janani Suraksha Yojana (JSY) is a safe motherhood intervention to reduce maternal mortality and infant mortality rate through better provision and utilization of services. We carried a study in four sub-centres, selected purposively, from two rural blocks of Haryana, a province of north India to review functioning of JSY and to access the problems faced by MPHW females in implementation of JSY. All the beneficiaries who received the …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 1, Issue 1-2, 2011 · pp. 38–43 Read article
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Perceptions of Health Care Providers and the Community on the Management of Possible Serious Bacterial Infection (PSBI) in Young Infants where Referral is not Possible: A Qualitative Study
Abstract: Introduction: Every year, about 2.8 million children die in the first month of life, with 98% of these deaths occurring in developing countries. The current World Health Organization recommendation for management of infections in neonates and young infants (0–59 days old) is referral for hospital treatment with a 7 to 10 day course of a combination of two injectable antibiotics – Penicillin or Ampicillin plus Gentamicin. However, existing evidence demonstrates …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 23–27 Read article