International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research
Volume 6, Issue 1 (2020)
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Effectiveness of an Educational Intervention on Body Mechanics and its Importance Among Staff Nurses at Nekemte Referral Hospital, Wollega Oromia Region, Ethiopia
Abstract: Practicing body mechanic technique is a very important aspect to protect the nurses from occupational related musculoskeletal injuries while performing the strenuous activities such as lifting, moving and transferring the patient. Objectives: The aim of the study is to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching program on knowledge regarding body mechanics and its importance among staff nurses at Nekemte Referral Hospital, Wollega, Oromia region, Ethiopia. Methodology: An institutional based one-group …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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To Assess the Knowledge and Practice Regarding Childhood Obesity among Primary Schoolchildren in Selected Primary Schools of Belagavi, with a View to Develop an Information Booklet
Abstract: A study was conducted on selected 50 primary schoolchildren of Belagavi, with the following Objectives: to assess the knowledge regarding childhood obesity among primary schoolchildren; to find out the association between level of knowledge and their socio-demographic variables; and to develop an information booklet regarding prevention of childhood obesity. Materials and methods: A structured interview schedule and descriptive design with evaluative research approach were employed. Results: Pre-test scores of 50 …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 13–20 Read article
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A study to assess the clinical challenges among undergraduate nursing students in selected college of Mohali
Abstract: Clinical education is the important part of a nursing curriculum that needs a close relationship between theoretical and clinical areas. Clinical experience with learning clinical activities is helpful to link theory and practice to solve vital problem of health care, and to provide optimum care with critical thinking. The purpose of the study was to identify the clinical challenges among undergraduate nursing students in clinical learning environment. A quantitative research …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 21–31 Read article
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Parental Attitude and Involvement in Care towards Their Mentally Retarded Children
Abstract: Mentally retarded children are socially marginalized and rejected by almost all sections of the community. A descriptive study was conducted to assess parental attitude and involvement in care towards their mentally retarded children in selected special schools of Ernakulum district, Kerala. Using purposive sampling technique, 150 parents of mentally retarded children who met inclusion and exclusion criteria were selected. Data were collected using parental attitude and parental involvement rating scale …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 32–36 Read article
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A Descriptive Study to Evaluate the Effectiveness of Planned Teaching Programme on Promotion of Mental Health Among Adolescents in Selected High School of Patiala Punjab
Abstract: The study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of planned teaching programme on promotion of mental health in selected high school, Patiala, with the objectives: to evaluate the knowledge of adolescents regarding promotion of mental health before and after administration of planned teaching programme and to identify the relationship of knowledge regarding promotion of mental health with selected variables. The descriptive research approach was adopted for the study. The independent variable …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 37–43 Read article
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Development of a Questionnaire and Guideline to Find Out the Knowledge of Adolescent Girls Regarding Reproductive Health
Abstract: Introduction: The adolescent population is the future of every country. Therefore, adolescent girls should be aware about the changes during puberty, menstruation and other reproductive health knowledge that help them in maintaining and promoting their health and can prevent many problems raised out of insufficient knowledge. To check the effectiveness of reproductive health education program for adolescent school going girls, it is necessary to develop the tool. The questionnaire was …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 44–49 Read article
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Nurses Turnover, Retention and Quality of Care Not Going Away, but Solutions Exist
Abstract: Nursing is a challenging profession mentally, emotionally and physically. Nurses work in a fast-paced environment, providing patient care, assuring family members and keeping up with the newest techniques and procedures. Because of the stress involved in nursing, many healthcare organizations have a high rate of nurse turnover. Nurse turnover is a global concern that is both costly for healthcare organizations, and in the context of the work environment, affects quality …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 50–53 Read article
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Ethical Dilemmas for Nurses in the Times of COVID-19
Abstract: COVID-19 has taken us all by surprise. We are in lockdown. This time is very crucial for health care workers especially nurses. They are taking care of all the patients but the question is whether they obligated to take care. One can agree that they are obligated to take care, the nurses take the Nightingale’s pledge, but they are humans too. They have emotions like all normal human beings and …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 54–56 Read article
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Maternal Satisfaction in Providing Tactile and Kinaesthetic Stimulation to Preterm Newborn
Abstract: Background: Preterm neonates are the babies born before 37 completed weeks of gestation. Most of the preterm newborns require continuous observation and care. Studies proved that when the mothers are involved in giving care to the babies in NICU, it may reduce the postnatal stress among them, and also improves the maternal–child interaction. This study aimed to involve the mothers to provide tactile and kinaesthetic stimulation (TKS) for the preterm …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 8–12 Read article