International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing
Volume 6, Issue 1 (2020)
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Effectiveness of Breastfeeding Module in Terms of Feeding Practice and Neonatal Biophysiological Variables
Abstract: Breastfeeding is essential to the health and well-being of infants. Numerous research works have recorded the nutritional and immunological superiority of human milk for nourishing infants. The aim of the study is to determine the effectiveness of breastfeeding module in terms of feeding practice and neonatal biophysiological variables among postnatal mothers in a selected hospital. Quasi-experimental design was adopted. Background data—demographic, maternal, neonatal data—were collected. Teaching module on breastfeeding practice …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Menopausal Symptoms among Women in selected Villages at Chandragiri Mandal, Andhra Pradesh
Abstract: This is a descriptive study conducted in the month of June 2019 at selected villages of Chandragiri Mandal, Andhra Pradesh. A total of 200 women between age of 40 years and above 56 years, who attained menopause, were taken from the selected villages and analyzed. Menopausal manifestations were surveyed utilizing altered menopause rating scale. The results uncovered that majority of ladies achieved menopause at the age of 40–45 years and …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 14–19 Read article
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Effect of Nesting on Discomfort Level among Low-Birth-Weight Babies at a Selected Tertiary Care Hospital, Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Abstract: Nesting technique may be a nursing skill used ordinarily within the developmental care of low-birth-weight (LBW) infant. Nesting is prepared to maintain the physiological, behavioural and postural stability of preterm infant in which the infant’s hands together near face and feet together by using rolled-up sheets to form oval-shaped nest. Nesting maintains premature infants in a very snug position; modify spontaneous motor activity for skeletal. An experimental study was conducted; …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 20–33 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Knowledge Regarding Menstrual Hygiene among B.Sc. (N) First-Year Students Studying in Selected Nursing College of Belagavi
Abstract: A study was conducted on 30 first-year B.Sc. (N) students of Belagavi, with the objectives to assess the knowledge regarding menstrual hygiene among first-year B.Sc. (N) students and to find association between levels of knowledge with their socio-demographic variables. Materials and methods: The study was confined to 30 students who are studying in K.L.E.U Institute of Nursing Sciences, Belagavi. Convenience sampling was used to select 30 samples from selected colleges. …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 34–39 Read article
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Women’s Knowledge and Attitude toward Contraceptive Methods
Abstract: Introduction: Contraception empowers women by giving them reproductive control. By deferring pregnancy, a woman can restore opportunities for education, employment, and social and political advancement. Objective: This study was carried out to assess the knowledge and attitude of married women toward contraceptive methods. Methods: A descriptive survey design was adopted to assess the knowledge and attitude of married women toward contraceptive methods. A sample of 622 married women was selected, …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 40–44 Read article
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A Descriptive Study to Assess the Knowledge and Attitude Regarding Breast Self-examination among Girls in Selected Colleges of the City and to Develop and Disseminate an Informational Booklet on Breast Self-examination
Abstract: Background: Prevention is better than cure measures should be taken to prevent cancerous lesion by detecting it at earliest stage. Breast screening in general population has shown to reduce mortality and helps to detect it at earliest stage. Breast self-examination is a technique that all women can use to assess their own breasts. Women familiar with their own normal breast characteristics can easily notice the development of abnormalities early. Each …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 45–52 Read article
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Effectiveness of Prenatal Education Regarding Birth Preparedness and its Outcome among Primi Antenatal Mothers Attending Obstetrics and Gynecology Outpatient Department, Pravara Rural Hospital, Loni (BK)
Abstract: Background: Birth preparedness is a strategy to promote timely use of skilled maternal and neonatal care during childbirth. The key element includes knowledge of danger signs, plan for a birth, plan where to give birth, plan for transport and plan for saving money. Every pregnancy faces risk and prenatal screening cannot detect which pregnancy will develop complications. It is essential for women to have access to skilled attendant during pregnancy, …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 6–13 Read article