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587 articles for “sampling technique”
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A Descriptive Study to Assess the Knowledge, Attitude and Practice Regarding Modified ECT for Psychiatric Patients Among Staff Nurses at Selected Mental Hospitals ASR
Abstract: The aim of the study was to assess the staff nurses status in the level of knowledge, attitude and practice regarding modified electroconvulsive therapy (ECT). ECT basically involves the patient receiving an electrical shock while under anesthesia and is scientifically proven as a safe and effective form of treatment. It is specifically for use on patients who suffer from severe, treatment-resistant or unresponsive to medication, mood disorders. A descriptive research …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 46–56 Read article
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comparative study to assess the knowledge and attitude regarding mental illness among adults residing in selected urban and rural areas of district Sangrur, Punjab
Abstract: Research problem: “A comparative study to assess the knowledge and attitude regarding mental illness among adults residing in selected urban and rural areas of district Sangrur, Punjab” Background of the study: A sound mental health is the key component of health. Absence of mental health could create a great deal of burden to the functioning of a nation. Mental illness is an age-old problem of humankind as documented in the …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 19–54 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Level of Patient Satisfaction on Nursing Care Among Patients Admitted in Psychiatric Ward at Sri Ramachandra Hospital, Porur, Chennai
Abstract: Patient satisfaction is an important of the health care industry in this competitive modern era. The aim of the study to assess the level of satisfaction on nursing care among patients with mental illness. A descriptive study design was chosen. The size of the sample was 30. A nonprobability convenience sampling technique used. The result of the study reveals one (3.3%) were unsatisfied, 24 (80%) were moderately satisfied and five …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 77–79 Read article
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Assess the Level of Knowledge and Attitude Towards Suicide Among B.Sc. Nursing Students of Selected Nursing Colleges of South Western Rajasthan with a View to Develop Self Instructional Manual (SIM) on Suicide Prevention
Abstract: Background: Suicide has become a primary cause of mortality and illness in adolescents and new adults worldwide and has been documented as one of the significant mental health problems moving school students. Nursing students may be at advanced danger for suicide than other college students. Tension and unhappiness can consequence in low academic presentation, low excellence of life and unhappy opinions. Objectives: (1) To assess the level of Knowledge and …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 80–85 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Effect of Movement Therapy on Self-Esteem Among Orphaned Children in Selected Orphanage at Kanyakumari District
Abstract: A study was conducted to assess the effect of movement therapy on self-esteem among orphaned children in selected orphanage at Kanyakumari district. The research approach adopted for this study was quantitative approach to assess the effectiveness of movement therapy on self-esteem among orphaned children in a selected orphanage at Kanyakumari district. The research design used for this study was quasi-experimental with one-group pretest–posttest design. The sample size consisted of 30 …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 36–42 Read article
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A Descriptive Study on Health-Related Quality of Life and Coping Strategies among Adolescents with Epilepsy at Selected Hospitals
Abstract: A descriptive research design was used to associate between health-related quality of life and coping strategies regarding adolescents with epilepsy at selected hospitals. Sample was selected by convenient sampling technique. Data were collected from 30 adolescents with epilepsy, by using modified QOLIE-AD-48 Health-Related Quality-of-Life and coping strategies questionnaires for adolescents with epilepsy. This study will help to recognize the potential effects of epilepsy on all aspects of life of adolescents. …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 12–13 Read article
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The effectiveness of structured teaching programme on FOUR score scale among staff nurses
Abstract: Introduction-FOUR score scale is a standardized scale it can be used to assess the level of consciousness. The FOUR score has been developed to assess the depth of coma in more detailed manner that the Glasgow coma scale. The FOUR score assign a value of 0-4 to each of functional categories: Eye response (E), motor response (M), brain stems reflexes (B), and respiration (R). In each of these categories, a …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Knowledge on Cerebral Palsy Among the Mothers of Children with Cerebral Palsy at Agastheyar Muni Child Care Centre, Vellamadam, Kanyakumari District
Abstract: The present study was undertaken to assess the knowledge on cerebral palsy among the mothers of cerebral palsied children at Agastheyar Muni Child Care Centre, Vellamadam, Kanyakumari District. The aim of the study is: (1) To assess the knowledge of mothers regarding cerebral palsy. (2) To associate the knowledge of mothers on cerebral palsy with the selected demographic variable. Research approach: Quantitative research approach was used. Research design: Descriptive research …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 22–32 Read article
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Prevalence of Poor Quality of Sleep and Associated Factors among Medical Students at Haramaya University
Abstract: Background: Sleep is an essential physiological process for humans. Medical students in most resource limited countries often report poor quality of Sleep due to changing social opportunities and increasing academic demands. However, poor quality of sleep among medical students has not been studied in Haramaya University. Objective: The aim of this study was to assess the prevalence of poor quality of sleep and its associated factors among medical students in …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 47–62 Read article
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Prevalence and Associated factors of Antiepileptic Drug Non-Adherence among Epileptic Patients Attending at outpatient Department of Hiwot Fana Specialized University Hospital, Harar, Eastern Ethiopia
Abstract: Background: Antiepileptic drugs were effective in the treatment of epilepsy, but non-adherence to medication was major problem to sustained remission and to functional restoration, non-adherence of epileptic patients to antiepileptic medication was one of many reasons for pharmacological treatment failure, death, increased heath care costs and seizure recurrence. Even though there were studies on the magnitude and associated factors of antiepileptic drugs non-adherence, there was a shortage of published information …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 63–90 Read article
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A Study to Evaluate the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Relaxation Therapy to Reduce Anxiety Level among Epilepsy Patients in Selected Hospital, Erode
Abstract: The present study was undertaken to evaluating the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge regarding relaxation therapy to reduce anxiety level among epilepsy patient in Senthil Neuro Specialty Hospital, Erode. The Aim of the study is to assess the anxiety level of epilepsy patients before the administration of structured teaching program. To assess the knowledge of epilepsy patients on relaxation therapy before administration of structured teaching program. To teach …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 114–121 Read article
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A Study to Evaluate the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Stress and its Management among Staff Nurses Working in Selected Hospitals, Bangalore
Abstract: Background: Job stress can be defined as negative emotive and physical responses and occurs when the job requirements do not match with abilities, resources or needs of employees. In other words, it can be defined as an interaction between job environment and characteristics of employee, the extra job requirements and following pressures which make the person disable in doing his job. Also, job stress can cause lack of health and …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 91–113 Read article
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A study to evaluate the effectiveness of guided imagery on examination anxiety among adolescents in selected schools at Asaripallam
Abstract: A study to evaluate the effectiveness of guided imagery on examination anxiety among adolescents in selected schools at Asaripallam with the following objectives:To assess the pre-test and post-test levels of examination anxiety among adolescents in experimental group and control group.To evaluate the effectiveness of guided imagery on examination anxiety among adolescents.To find out association between pre-test level of examination anxiety and selected demographic variables (age, sex, socio-economic status, type of …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 42–48 Read article
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A Descriptive Study to Assess the Level of Depression among Transgender at Central Part of Gujarat
Abstract: Objective: To assess the level of depression among the transgender. Design: Descriptive study. Settings: Central part of Gujarat state. Participants: Through purposive sampling technique, 70 transgenders aged between 15 and 75 years who scored mild-to-severe depression level on administering Centre for Epidemiologic Studies Depression Scale (CES-D) were selected. Interventions: Standardized tool administered to assess the level of depression among the transgender population at selected area of central Gujarat state. Outcome …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 15–26 Read article
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Mental health problems of Adolescents
Abstract: Adolescence is a unique developmental period during which major physical, psychological and social changes occur. Adolescents are very conscious of their personal appearance which changes considerably due to sexual and physiological changes. Some adolescents are at greater risk of mental health conditions due to their living conditions, stigma, discrimination or exclusion, or lack of access to quality support and services. Nursing professionals can make significant contributions to health promotions among …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 80–84 Read article
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A qualitative study to assess the psycho-social problems faced by primary caretakers Of mentally ill person in selected Hospital of delhi
Abstract: Introduction: Caregivers of mentally ill persons often have to sacrifice their own physical and emotional needs, and undertake a lot of stress and challenges while dealing with the person with severe mental illness. Therefore, in order to understand the lived experiences and challenges faced by primary caretakers, a qualitative study was conducted to assess the psycho-social problems faced by primary caretakers of the mentally ill persons under 2 domains: psychological …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Study To Develop Skill In Urinary Catheter Care Among Caregivers Of Neurologically Debilitated Patients
Abstract: The study was aimed to develop skill in urinary catheter care among caregivers of neurologically debilitated patients. Pre-experimental (post-test only design) design was used on 30 caregivers of neurologically debilitated patients in Neuro wards of DMC & Hospital, Ludhiana, who were selected by using purposive sampling technique. Demonstration of urinary catheter care was given to the caregivers and reinforcement of urinary catheter care was done after each return demonstration to …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 46–52 Read article
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Effectiveness of Bibliotherapy on Coping Skills Among B.Sc. (Nursing) 1st Year Students at Thasiah College of Nursing, Marthandam at Kanyakumari District, Tamil Nadu, India
Abstract: Coping worth to put in one’s peculiar cognizant effort to resolve personal and interpersonal delinquent in order to diminish or tolerate stress. In this study, it refers to capability for doing a thing in an expected manner. This study aims to assess the effectiveness of bibliotherapy on coping skills among B.Sc. (N) 1st year students. Bibliotherapy is the therapeutic use of books which help to solve personal problem literature which …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 11–15 Read article
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Effectiveness of Breathing Exercises on Stress among Nurses Working in Selected Hospitals
Abstract: Introduction: Stress may be defined as a real or interpreted threat to the physiological or psychological response. It results because of the compulsion of a person to adjust or adapt to an environment. The aim of the study was to assess the effectiveness of deep breathing exercises on stress among nurses working in selected hospitals in the Kanyakumari District. Materials and Methods: A quantitative approach was used in the study. …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 16–21 Read article
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Assessment of Stress and Coping Strategies of Nursing Teachers due to Online Teaching During COVID-19
Abstract: A non-experimental descriptive study to assess the stress and coping strategies of online teaching during COVID-19 among nursing teachers of selected nursing college at Ernakulam District. The objectives were to assess the level of stress, coping strategies, stressors, association between stress and selected demographic variables, and the correlation between stresses and coping strategies. 20 nursing teachers were selected by non-probability convenient sampling technique. Data collection was done using a questionnaire. …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 32–34 Read article