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Impact of Psychoeducation Intervention Regarding Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (NMS) on Psychiatric Nurses' Knowledge
Abstract: Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) is a life-threatening neurologic emergency related to the use of neuroleptic agents. The aim of the study was to evaluate the impact of psychoeducation regarding NMS on psychiatric nurses' knowledge. The quasi-experimental design was used. The study was conducted at The Shebin El Kom Mental Health Hospital at Menoufia Governorate, Egypt. A purposive sample of 50 psychiatric nurses from the above-mentioned setting was enrolled. A constructive …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 9–16 Read article
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A Quasi-experimental Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Program Regarding Legal and Ethical Issues in Mental Health Nursing Practice Among Nursing Students in Selected Colleges of Nursing, Ludhiana
Abstract: Introduction: The present study was conducted to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching program regarding legal and ethical issues in mental health nursing practice among nursing students in selected colleges of nursing, Ludhiana. Objectives: To assess the pre-test knowledge score of nursing students regarding legal and ethical issues in mental health nursing practice in experimental and control groups; to assess the post-test knowledge score of nursing students regarding legal and …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 41–68 Read article
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Assess the level of anxiety & depression among the post burn client admitted in Pravara Rural Hospital, Loni Bk
Abstract: Introduction: A burn is a type of injury to skin, or other tissues, caused by heat, cold, electricity, chemicals, friction, or radiation. Most burns are due to heat from hot liquids, solids, or fire. An estimated annual burn incidence in India is approximately 6–7 million per year. The high incidence is attributed to illiteracy, poverty, and low-level of safety consciousness in the population. Depression and anxiety are frequently witnessed in …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 35–40 Read article
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A DESCRIPTIVE STUDY TO ASSESS THE DRUG COMPLIANCE AMONG PATIENTS ATTENDING PSYCHIATRIC OUTPATIENT DEPARTMENTS IN SELECTED HOSPITAL OF DISTRICT FARIDKOT
Abstract: Non compliance to medication regimen is a serious problem. It is estimated that non compliance rates among mentally ill seems ranging from 20 to 80% with an average rate of 50%. There are numerous psychosocial factors which are affecting drug compliance. So a descriptive study was conducted to assess drug compliance among patients attending psychiatric outpatient department of selected hospitals of district Faridkot Punjab.The objectives of study were to assess …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Impact of Quality of Life and Persistent Problems Among Schizophrenia Patients at Psychiatric Hospital in a Selected City
Abstract: Introduction: Schizophrenia is a severe, persistent mental illness associated with substantial disability. Many genes have the same patterns of inheritance, and genetic predisposition interacts with environmental influences. Dopamine system, in particular, has been linked to several neurotransmitter systems. Materials and method: A descriptive study design is used in the research. The study was conducted at selected psychiatric hospitals. The population included schizophrenic patients. The total population size is 40. Probability …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 5–9 Read article
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Article Writing and Plagiarism in Nursing Field - An Idea of Someone Else!
Abstract: Nursing expert publishes various research or review articles in different journals so as to let other nurses get a view of what all is happening in different nursing fields. Many people would like to learn good things from others. However, sometimes, other’s knowledge, ideas, thoughts, images, etc. are taken without their acknowledgement, which is known as plagiarism. Plagiarism is otherwise also called as theft or steal. The important purpose of …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 22–25 Read article
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The Effectiveness of Planned Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding “Self-Monitoring of Blood Glucose Level” (smbg) Among Diabetic Patients Admitted in Selected Hospitals of Shimoga Taluk
Abstract: Background: Self-monitoring blood glucose level (smbg) is a key element of home blood glucose Monitoring by people with type-1 and type-2 diabetes mellitus, since approximately 1980, a primary goal of the management of diabetes mellitus is to achieve blood sugar level closer to normal level as much as possible, guided by hbgm several times of smbg in a week benefits included medical cost, a reduction in the occurrence rate and …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 81–93 Read article
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Association of Caffeine Consumption and Self-Rated Health among Young and Older Adults
Abstract: Background: European Food Safety Authority (EFSA 2015) reported that moderate daily caffeine consumption at levels up to 400 mg/day do not raise safety concerns and not associated with adverse effects in healthy adult population, while, high levels of caffeine consumption have been linked to a variety of illnesses such as cancer, heart disease, and diabetes. Despite these findings, there remains a gap in research relating to whether caffeine consumption adversely …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 40–61 Read article
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Nurses: A Voice to Lead, Health is the Human Right
Abstract: Health systems are an essential element of a healthy and equitable society. Nurses are the key, heart and backbone of any health system providing education, information, comfort, and hope and delivering care. According to WHO health is the enjoyment of highest attainable standard of well being. When health is viewed as a human right, there is a demand on us to take action and a responsibility to enable access to …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 54–58 Read article
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Knowledge of High School Students Regarding Substance Abuse in a Selected School in Kottayam District
Abstract: Substance abuse in various forms is a social problem. Kerala shows a high prevalence in alcoholism and is ranked top in India. A descriptive study was done to assess the knowledge of high school students regarding substance abuse and to determine the association between the knowledge of high school students and baseline variables. The study was conducted in a school at Peruva. A structured questionnaire was used to obtain the …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 35–38 Read article
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Age discrimination attitudes of Turkish primary caregivers of older adults: A Descriptive cross-sectional study
Abstract: Background: Age discrimination is a social offshoot of the problems faced by aging people. Age discrimination encompasses positive as well as the negative attitudes. The views on aging and advanced age of primary caregivers of older adults can bias their knowledge and experiences about this age group.Objective: This study was conducted with the primary caregivers of older adults residing in the palliative care department of a hospital affiliated with a …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Knowledge and Attitude towards the Effects of Alcohol among Students in A Selected Pre-university Colleges in Kollegal Taluk, with A View to Develop an Information Booklet on Prevention of Alcoholism
Abstract: The study aimed at assessing the knowledge and attitude of pre-university students regarding Effects ofAlcohol and to associate them with selected demographic variables and to develop an informationbooklet on Prevention of Alcoholism. Alcohol use is widespread among adolescents and continuousapprehension over youth drinking has been creating lots of physical, psychological problems and alsoimposes negative cultural values on the society Therefore, the investigator felt that there is a compellingneed to assess …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 91–96 Read article
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Impact of educational intervention on knowledge and attitude related to substance abuse among inmates of de-addiction centers of selected districts, Rajasthan
Abstract: Background: Substance use disorders represent a major public health challenge worldwide. Risk factors for developing substance abuse are physical, sexual, or emotional abuse, exposure to trauma, bullying, gang affiliation, family members or peers who use or misuse substances, easy access to these substances, comorbid psychiatric illness, lack of knowledge about drugs and unhealthy coping skills towards life events. Aim: This study is aimed to measure the effect of educational intervention …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 55–61 Read article
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Relationship of Psychosocial Problems and Coping Strategies among Breast Cancer Patients: A Descriptive Survey
Abstract: Breast cancer is the 2nd most frequent cancer among Indian women. The incidence is more in urban women as compared to rural women. The incidence rate varies from 22–28/100,000 women per year in urban areas to 6 per 100,000 women/year in rural areas. A descriptive survey method and purposive sampling technique were used to select 100 female patients undergoing treatment of breast cancer for the present study. A self-structured interview …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 71–76 Read article
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Closing Gaps in Asthma Care: Role of Nurse in Addressing Challenges, Barriers and Opportunities in Universal health coverage
Abstract: Background: Chronic respiratory illness is increasing and are a health burden in India, there are nearly 37 million asthmatics around the world. India contributes to 11.1 per cent of the global asthma burden and accounts for over 42 per cent of related deaths making it the asthma capital of the world. According to The Global asthma report (2018), the barriers to implementing successful treatment methods for Asthma in India is …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 34–38 Read article
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Effectiveness of a Structured Teaching Program on Practice of Endotracheal Tube Suctioning Among Staff Nurses Working in Intensive Care Units of SKIMS Soura, Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir
Abstract: Introduction: The practice of endotracheal suctioning by staff nurses is a crucial aspect of caring for patients who are intubated and require mechanical ventilation. Proper endotracheal suctioning helps maintain airway patency and oxygenation, reduces the risk of infection, and promotes overall respiratory health in critically ill patients. It is’s essential that nurses follow established protocols and guidelines, maintain infection control measures, and prioritise patient safety and comfort during endotracheal suctioning …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 31–37 Read article
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First aid Emergency for School Children
Abstract: Injuries are most common now a day and can happen at any point of time in our day to day life. Among them, injuries in school children rank a major part. The most common causes of school related injuries requiring hospitalization are falls and sports activities. Playground equipment related injuries occur on school playground during school hours and these require adequate supervision.First aid is provided in response to unpredictable illness …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 20–22 Read article
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Assessment of Self-medication Practices among Adolescent Girls: School-based Study
Abstract: Self-medication is a process of selection and use of non-prescribed medicines by individuals at their own initiatives to treat self-recognized illness or symptoms. It is practiced significantly worldwide in both developed and developing countries even through its type, extent and reasons for its practices may vary. A descriptive survey study was conducted to assess prevalence and pattern of self-medication practices among adolescent girls. The total 280 medical and non-medical adolescent …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Risk taking behaviors among adolescents in selected High schools of Bagalkot, Karnataka
Abstract: Adolescence has extensive been familiar as a period of keen risk taking and accordingly a stage that want special over vision from adults nevertheless prospects concerning this period and views of how adolescence should be treated have varied. Adolescents often engage in risky behaviors such as smoking, drinking alcohol, using drugs, and early unprotected sexual activity. Risky behaviors might pose a threat to adolescents’ future health. The adverse health consequences …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 21–24 Read article
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A Factorial Design to Evaluate the Effectiveness of Ballon Therapy vs. Basil Leaves Steam Inhalation on Physiological Parameters Among Children with Upper Respiratory Infections in Selected Hospital, Erode
Abstract: Background: Respiratory tract infections are the major causes of morbidity and mortality in children worldwide, particularly in developing countries, second only to diarrheal disease among the acute infectious disease. About four-and-a-half million children die of respiratory tract infection accounting for 30% of all deaths in childhood. Aim: To compare the effectiveness of steam inhalation vs. twin technique on respiratory function among under-five children with respiratory tract infection. Design: Quasi-experimental where …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 54–61 Read article