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587 articles for “sampling technique”
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Effectiveness of Health Awareness Program upon Adult Vaccination among Visually Challenged
Abstract: Vaccines are especially important for older adults. As they get older, their immune system weakens and it can be more difficult to fight off infections. Vaccines can protect from serious diseases. Vaccines are crucial to prevent mortality. This study was aimed to asses the effectiveness of health awareness program upon adult vaccination among visually challenged. Methods: The study was conducted using pre experimental research design among visually challenged at National …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Chronic Kidney Disease Patient Undergoing Haemodialysis Care Among Caregivers
Abstract: Introduction: A quasi-experimental study was undertaken for a study to assess the effectiveness ofstructured teaching programme on knowledge regarding chronic kidney disease patient undergoinghaemodialysis care among caregivers at NMCH, Rohtas. The Objective of the Study: To assess the existing level of knowledge regarding chronic kidney disease patient undergoing haemodialysis careamong caregivers. (1) To implement the structured teaching program on chronic kidney disease patient undergoing haemodialysis care among caregivers. (2) To …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 15–21 Read article
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Perceived Stress and Coping Strategies Among the Parents of Hospitalized Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia Patient During COVID-19 Pandemic in Bhubaneswar
Abstract: The present study is to identify the perceived stress and coping strategies among parents of hospitalized patient withacute lymphoblastic leukemia in the Covid pandemic situation at IMS & SUM hospital of Bhubaneswar, Odisha, A non-experimental which was descriptive in nature was selected for purpose to assess the perceived stress and coping strategies among parents of hospitalized patient with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia in the Covid pandemic situation at IMS and SUM …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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A Study to Evaluate the Effectiveness of An Educational Session on Knowledge Regarding Braden Scale as A Standard Tool to Assess the Risk of Pressure Sore in Bedridden Patient Among Nursing Students
Abstract: Pressure sores represent a troublesome and frequently incapacitating condition that impacts individuals who are bedridden, frail, weakened, and malnourished. The occurrence of pressure sores ranges from 0.4% to 38.0% in large hospitals, 2.2% to 23.9% in individuals receiving long-term care, and 0% to 17% in home care settings. In the Indian context, the occurrence of pressure sores among hospitalized patients has been documented at 4.94%. The Braden Scale is among …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 30–33 Read article
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ASSESSMENT OF KNOWLEDGE ON HARMONIC SCALPEL AMONG NURSES WORKING IN OPERATION THEATRE.
Abstract: The aim of the study is toassess the level of knowledge on harmonic scalpel among nurses. Descriptive Research design was chosen.The size of the samplewas 30andconvenence sampling technique used . The study result shows that 20 (67%) Nurses had moderately adequate knowledge and 10 (33%) of them had adequate knowledge on harmonic scalpel. None of their demographic variables had significant association with level of Knowledge on harmonic scalpel. None of …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 9–11 Read article
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Effectiveness of Protocol on Standard Precautions for the Prevention of Infections in Terms of Practice among Staff Nurses working in Tertiary Care Hospital, Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Abstract: Nosocomial infection in the severe care unit (ICU) is connected with enlarged mortality, morbidity and span of stay. It is defined as contamination that begins 48 hours after charge to hospital. The commonest types are ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP), central line-associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI), catheter-related urinary tract infection (CAUTI) and surgical site infection (SSI). The common pathogens include Staphylococcus aureus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Candida, Escherichia coli and Klebsiella species. Antimicrobial resistance is …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 12–20 Read article
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Quality of Life and Compliance of Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus who Receive Oral Hypoglycemic Agents versus Insulin Therapy
Abstract: In Latin, the word diabetes means “flow through” and mellitus means “honey”, and clinically, it is characterized by the excess of blood sugar or glucose in blood and urine instead of getting converted into glycogen. Need for the study: The International Diabetes Federation 2007 stated that diabetes mellitus currently affects 246 million people worldwide and is expected to affect 380 million by 2025. “A comparative study was conducted to assess …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 27–33 Read article
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Effectiveness of SIM on Care of Patient with Craniotomy among Staff Nurses Working in Neurological Units
Abstract: Craniotomy is the most common surgical treatment for various neurological disorders. It involves the greater morbidity related to a wide variety of complications. The major survivors return back with various physical, psychological, emotional, social and spiritual disabilities after a period of hospitalization and rehabilitation. According to American Association of Neuroscience Nurses, the expected outcomes of 400 supratentorial and infratentorial craniotomies were: major complications rate is 13%, operative mortality rate is …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 5–14 Read article
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An Experimental Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Video-assisted Preoperative Teaching on Anxiety among Patients Undergoing CABG Surgery in GKNM Hospital, Coimbatore
Abstract: Objectives: (1) To assess the level of anxiety among patients undergoing CABG surgery; (2) to assess the effectiveness of video-assisted preoperative teaching on anxiety; (3) to compare the level of anxiety among experimental and control group; (4) to associate pretest level of anxiety with selected demographic variables among patients undergoing CABG surgery setting: preoperative wards of cardiothoracic surgery at GKNM Hospital, Coimbatore. Conceptual Model: The conceptual framework used for this …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 23–29 Read article
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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 …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 21–27 Read article
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Empowerment of Diabetic Clients with Knowledge on Foot Care Management
Abstract: Diabetic foot lesions are responsible for more hospitalizations than any other complication of diabetes. Diabetes is the leading cause of nontraumatic lower extremity amputations, with approximately 5% of diabetics developing foot ulcers each year and 1% requiring amputation. Diabetic foot ulcers, occur as a result of various factors, such as mechanical changes in conformation of the bony architecture of the foot, peripheral neuropathy, and atherosclerotic peripheral arterial disease, all of …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 20–24 Read article
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Evaluate the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis among Third-Year B.Sc. Nursing Students
Abstract: Introduction and objectives: Hashimoto’s thyroiditis (HT) is the most common cause of thyroid diseases in children, adolescents and adults, and it is also the most common cause of acquired hypothyroidism with or without goitre. HT is characterized clinically as a commonly occurring, painless, diffuse enlargement of the thyroid gland occurring predominantly in middle-aged women. There is an infiltration of lymphocytes and plasma cells between the follicles followed by their atrophy. …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 38–43 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge RegardingPost-operative Complications of Anterior Cervical Discectomy among Third-Year B.Sc. Nursing Students in Selected Nursing Colleges, Bangalore
Abstract: Introduction and objectives: Anterior cervical discectomy (ACD) is the most common surgical procedure to treat damaged cervical discs. There are many complications followed by ACD. Each surgery is unique, and nursing care to be provided is also different with respect to the type of surgery, patient condition, potential complications, etc.Nurse should be vigilant to identify post-operative complications and to care it along with medical team. Hence the investigator felt the …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 44–55 Read article
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Effectiveness of Training Programme on Knowledge Level Regarding Basic Life Support among Nursing Students
Abstract: Background: Basic Life Support (BLS) includes recognition of signs of sudden cardiac arrest, heart attack, foreign body airway obstruction, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, etc. The goal of BLS is to maintain viability of the central nervous system, heart, and other vital organs until definitive return of spontaneous circulation can be achieved. Method: Quasi experimental study pre-test post-test design without control group was used to assess the effectiveness of training programme on knowledge …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Effectiveness of Muscle-strengthening Exercise on Muscle function among Patients who Undergone TKR Surgery at Erode Trust Hospital, Erode
Abstract: Total knee replacement (TKR) surgery has become the most successful surgery for patients with severe debilitating arthritis. Objectives: To assess the effectiveness of muscle-strengthening exercise on muscle function among patients undergone TKR surgery. Design: Quasi-experimental design, where pre and post-test with control group design. Setting: Erode Trust Hospital, Erode. Participants: 30 patients who undergone TKR surgery fulfilling the inclusion and exclusion criteria. Selection criteria: Mild to poor muscle contraction with …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 38–44 Read article
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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 …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 19–26 Read article
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Assessment of Preventive Health Behavior to Prevent Swine Flu Among School Children
Abstract: Currently influenza occurs in all countries and affects millions of people every year. Influenza is truly an International disease. It may occur pandemic in every 10 to 40 years. This study was aimed to create awareness and to develop preventive health behaviour among school children. Methods: The Descriptive co relational study design was adapted at St. Ann’s School at Mangadu, total enumerative sampling technique was used, self-structured MCQ questions were …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 16–23 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Awareness Regarding Immunization among Mothers Attending Visits at Teerthanker Mahaveer Hospital, Moradabad, U.P.
Abstract: To assess the level of awareness regarding immunization and to find out the association between the level of awareness regarding immunization among the mothers with the selected demographical variables. The target population for the study was the mothers in under the age group of 20–40 years. Total 100 samples were selected using the convenient sampling technique. Multiple-choice questions including socio-demographic performa was used to assess the level of awareness regarding …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 1–5 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
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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. …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 43–47 Read article