International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing
Volume 4, Issue 2 (2021)
Published
Table of contents
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Self Reported Side Effects of Prophylactic Hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) Usage among Health Care Workers (HCWs) during the Initial Phase of COVID-19 Outbreak
Abstract: Background: Hydroxychloroquine has been widely administered to patients with Covid-19 without robust evidence supporting its use. The rising burden of Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) has led to the mass use of hydroxychloroquine by healthcare workers (HCWs). Side effect of this drug when used as prophylaxis is not well known in the literature. Methods: A cross-sectional online survey was carried out using a Google form containing questionnaire on different organ systems. Google …
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A Study to Assess The Attitude Regarding Online Learning among B.Sc. Nursing Students at Selected Colleges of Mysuru
Abstract: Objectives: (1) To determine the attitude of B.Sc. nursing students towards online learning; (2) To determine the association between the attitude of B.Sc. nursing students with their selected demographic variables. Methods: A descriptive approach was used 60 B.Sc. nursing students between the age group of 20–22 years were selected using a random sampling technique. The study was done to assess the attitude of B.Sc. nursing students towards online learning. The …
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A Descriptive Study to Assess the Knowledge Among Patients With Diabetes Mellitus Regarding Foot Care In G.G.S Medical Hospital, Faridkot
Abstract: Diabetes mellitus is one of the most prevalent types of disease mostly in patients due to various causes. The incidence of diabetic foot problems increasing in developing world due to increase life expectancy, increased urbanization and adoption of western life style which ultimately effect the health status of people. The aim of the study was to assess the knowledge among patients with diabetes mellitus regarding foot care in G.G.S Medical …
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A Descriptive Study to Assess the Severity of Low Back Pain Among Staff Nurses Working in NMCH Hospital, Jamuhar, Sasaram
Abstract: Background: The International Labour Organization acknowledged the need for safe and healthy workplaces for nurses 32 years ago. World health assemblies since 1979 have stressed the value of nurses to the world community and addressed the need to strengthen nursing and midwifery services, including providing nurses with safe healthful work environments. International, national and local organizations and many government entities have implanted policies and regulations to protect nurses. ICN is …
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Effect of Interventional Protocol for Oropharyngeal Irrigation on Prevention of Ventilator-associated Pneumonia among Intubated Patients Admitted in ICU of Selected Hospital
Abstract: Oral care is too forgotten in the physiological crises of critical illness. The problems developing from their time in intensive care unit (ICU) can cause long-term oral and nosocomial disease. Maintaining oral hygiene in critically ill patients is a key nursing obligation, and the health of a patient's mouth canbe an indicator of the quality of nursing care received. The critical care nurses can contribute the prevention of ventilator-associated pneumonia …
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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Video-assisted Teaching Program Regarding Uterine Cancer Among College Girl of Age Group Between 18 and 21 years in Selected Government College of Hisar (Haryana)
Abstract: The study on ‘A study to assess the effectiveness of video-assisted teaching program regarding uterine cancer among the college girl of age group between 18 and 21 years in the selected government college of Hisar, Haryana’ was undertaken during the year 2019-2020. Objectives of the study are: 1. To assess the level of pre-test knowledge regarding uterine cancer among college girl of 19–21 years in the selected government college. 2. …
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To Assess the Knowledge, Attitude and Practice on Specimen Transportation among Hospital Attenders in Pondicherry Institute of Medical Sciences
Abstract: The accuracy of laboratory testing procedures is crucial to the proper diagnosis and treatment of the patient. Delay in the transportation of blood samples to the laboratory may cause alteration in test results. The present study was aimed to assess the Knowledge, Attitude and Practice on Specimen Transportation among Hospital Attenders in Pondicherry Institute of Medical Science. Study was conducted among hospital attender in medical wards, surgical wards, and critical …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 48–51 Read article
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A Qualitative Study to Assess the Psychosocial Stressors among Chronic Kidney Disease Patients under Hemodialysis in Selected Dialysis Unit, New Delhi
Abstract: Patient with chronic kidney disease (CKD) often have to suffer physical, psychological, social and financial problems and undertake a lot of stress and challenge while carrying themselves with the disease. Therefore, in order to understand the lived experiences and stressors faced by CKD patients undergoing hemodialysis, a qualitative study was conducted to assess the psychosocial stressors among CKD patients undergoing hemodialysis under 4 domains: Physical, Psychological Social and Financial. The …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 8–18 Read article