International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing
Volume 2, Issue 2 (2019)
Published
Table of contents
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Non–Invasive Medical devices: A Critic Review
Abstract: The non-invasive procedure means there is no incision or break to any parts of the body which includes skin, subcutaneous tissue, mucosa or any natural cavities. An example for non-invasive procedure is deep palpation and percussion. There are many non-invasive procedures, ranging from simple observation to specialized forms of surgery such as radiosurgery, extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy which is a non-invasive treatment for stones in the kidney, gallbladder or liver …
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Evaluate the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Swine Flu and its Management Among Staff Nurses
Abstract: Objective: To assess the knowledge regarding swine flu and its management among staff nurses. To evaluate the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge regarding swine flu and its management among staff nurses. To find the association between post -test knowledge scores with selected demographic variables. Conceptual frame work: The conceptual model for the study was based on the general system theory by Ludwig von Bertalanffy (1969). In this theory, …
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Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge of Staff Nurses Regarding Residual Complications After Traumatic Brain Injury
Abstract: Aim: the study aims to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge of staff nurses regarding residual complications after traumatic brain injury in a selected hospital, Bangalore. Methods: pre experimental one group pretest and posttest study was conducted with 60 staff nurses working at Kempegowda Institute of Health Science and Research Center. Samples were selected by using purposive sampling technique and the data were collected using self-administered structured …
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Compliance to Therapeutic Regimen Among Patients with Epilepsy
Abstract: Introduction: The public health of India is increasingly burdened by chronic diseases. Epilepsy is one among them which change its faces with changing demographics. It is a chronic condition requiring careful long-term management. The treatment is complex involving classification, diagnosis, selection & monitoring of the appropriate antiepileptic agent, and evaluation of the chosen drug's side effects & drug interactions. Hence patient compliance and identification of the factors affecting patient compliance …
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Role of Vitamin C on Wound Healing
Abstract: Vitamin C is otherwise called ascorbic acid. Vitamin C is required for the synthesis of collagen, a fibrous protein that helps reinforce the connective tissues that hold together the structures of the body. It is also a highly effective antioxidant protecting cells from damage by free radicals. The five nutrients that are essential for wound healing are Protein, Vitamin C, Zinc, Carbohydrate & Vitamin A. Vitamin C is often aligned …
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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Eye Care Among Patients Undergoing Cataract Surgery in Selected Hospitals at Amritsar
Abstract: Cataract – A clouding or lose of Transparency of the lens in the result of tissue breakdown and protein clumping. Objectives: To find out association of the post-test knowledge scores regarding eye care among patients undergoing cataract surgery in experimental and control groups with their selected demographic variables. Methodology: A quasi-experimental study, select two groups, design experimental and control group design which include manipulation, control group, and no randomization. The …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 6–11 Read article