International Journal of Pediatric Nursing
Volume 3, Issue 1 (2017)
Published
Table of contents
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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Therapeutic Play on the Level of Anxiety Among Hospitalized Children Between 3 to 6 years in Stanley Hospital, Chennai 2010–2011
Abstract: Introduction: The aim of the study was to determine the effectiveness of therapeutic play on the level of anxiety among hospitalized children between 3 to 6 years by comparing the pre- and posttest score. Methods and Materials: The study was conducted by adopting a one group pretest–posttest research design. The sample size was sixty children between 3 to 6 years who fulfilled the inclusive criteria and they were selected by …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Information Booklet on Knowledge and Attitude Regarding Ill Effects of Consanguineous Marriage Among Students at a Selected Higher Secondary School, Ratnagiri District
Abstract: Background and objectives: The adolescent contribute total 30% of the population and they need information regarding ill effects of consanguineous marriage which helps them in selecting their life partner in a healthier way and indirectly prevents the birth of defected/diseased children to certain extent. This enhances the health of the family/community as well as the nation. Objectives: (1) To assess the existing knowledge of HSC students regarding ill effects of …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 13–25 Read article
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Application of Betty Neuman Systems Model on Empower U Programme on Health Behaviors Among Early Adolescents
Abstract: Empower U programme is an educational programme designed to modify health related behaviors such as dietary practice, physical activity, and self-esteem in two repeated sessions for 1 hour with a gap of 3 days using lecture cum discussion method with the help of power point. In the present article, researcher investigated and applied Betty Neuman Systems model in Empower U programme to determine the effect of Empower U programme on …
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To Assess the Knowledge Level of Mothers of Under Five Children on Prevention of Acute Respiratory Infection
Abstract: The purpose of the study was to assess the knowledge of the mothers because mother’s knowledge regarding the prevention of ARI was very much important in reducing mortality rate in children. Quantitative research approach with non-experimental research design was used in the study. The study was conducted in general pediatric ward of Taluk hospital, Parassala. The demographic data was collected by face to face interview method held with the mothers. …
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Application of Maccoby & Martin’s parenting style model and Rosenstock’s health belief model
Abstract: The researcher for the study purpose intented to measure the self-esteem of adolescents, perceived maternal parenting styles and the impact of maternal parenting style on self-esteem of adolescents. The perceived maternal parenting styles are explained and categorised into the four parenting styles based on Maccoby & Martin’s parenting style model. The Rosenstock’s health belief model was adopted to study the impact of maternal parenting styles on self-esteem of adolescents. The …
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Effect of Empower U Programme on perception of self esteem among early adolescents
Abstract: The present study investigated the effect of Empower U Programme on perception of self esteem among early adolescents in a selected school, Kottayam District. Empower U programme is an educational programme designed to modify self esteem in two repeated sessions for 1 hour with a gap of 3 days using lecture cum discussion method with the help of power point. The objectives of the study were to assess the pretest …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 38–44 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Knowledge of Primi Mothers Regarding Importance of Complementary Feeding at Bhelsai, Khed Taluk
Abstract: The complementary feeding is needed to provide energy and essential nutrients required for continued growth and development. The nutrients in recommended complementary food complement those in breast milk, hence the name. The inadequate knowledge among mothers regarding complementary feeding or introduction of late complementary feeding may slow down the child’s growth and development. It may also risk the child for causing deficiencies and malnutrition. This study is intended to assess …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 6–12 Read article