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Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Nursing Staff Working in Critical Care Areas Regarding Infection Control Bundles in the Government Medical College and Hospital, Chandigarh, 2022
Abstract: Care bundles contain a number of evidence-based interventions that, when used in concert, have been shown to yield better results and have a higher impact than the standalone application of individual interventions. The goals of the present study were to evaluate nursing staff members' knowledge, attitudes, and practices about infection control bundles in critical care settings and to determine how these factors relate to sociodemographic factors. A descriptive study was …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 20–25 Read article
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Comparison Between Electrical Stimulation and Intermittent Pneumatic Compression to Reduce Incidence of Deep Vein Thrombosis in High-risk Critically lll Patients
Abstract: Background: Prevention of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is an effective way to reduce morbidity and death among critically ill patients in intensive care units (ICUs). Electrical stimulation and intermittent pneumatic compression are alternative preventive strategies of preventing DVT through decreasing the degree of lower limb edema and muscle weakness in ICU. Purpose of the Study: To compare the electrical stimulation and intermittent pneumatic compression as a preventive strategy to reduce …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 26–40 Read article
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Knowledge of Stroke amongst Nursing Students: Effect of an Intervention
Abstract: Nurses play pivotal role in stroke management. Generally the nursing care provided to a patient is proportionate to the knowledge and skill of nursing personnel. The current article is about the effect of an educational intervention on the knowledge of nursing students regarding stroke. A total of 127 nursing students undergoing graduation programme underwent one day educational programme on stroke. A multiple choice questionnaire was used to assess the knowledge. …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Knowledge of Staff Nurses Regarding Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS) in Depressive Patients
Abstract: The present study aims at assessing knowledge of staff nurses regarding restless leg syndrome (RLS) in depressive patients. A descriptive survey research design was used. Sixty staff nurses (N = 60) were selected using simple random technique sampling method. Data collected were pooled and analyzed by using descriptive and inferential statistics. The study revealed that among 60 staff nurses 26.66% (16) had inadequate knowledge, 50% (30) had moderate knowledge, and …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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A Quasi Experimental Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Stress and Coping Strategies Among Adolescent Period in Selected School District Tarn Taran
Abstract: Stress is a complicated and dynamic method of communication involving a person in his or her environment. It is an unpleasant psychological and physiological condition triggered because of certain internal or external requirements that extend beyond our ability. Coping is the rational and behavioral attempts to cope with particular external and internal requirements going beyond the resources of a person. Effective coping techniques are either behavioral or psychological response intended …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 35–45 Read article
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A study to assess the effectiveness of psycho education on stress and management of coping strategies among geriatrics admitted in ICF hospital
Abstract: Objective: The objective of the study were to determine the stress and coping skills and the effectiveness of psycho education about stress management and coping skills among Geriatrics.Method: Pre experimental design, pre and post one group method was adopted in this study. The study was conducted at ICF hospital. Sample size was consists of 30 geriatrics who were admitted in ICF hospital. Non probability purposive sampling was used. Self coping …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 6–10 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Counselling on Level of Awareness Regarding the Ill Effects of Substance Abuse Among Substance Abusers at Selected Setting
Abstract: Background: Substance abuse means the harmful abuse of substance such as alcohol and illicit drugs. Unlimited use of these substances produces the dependence with behavioural, higher mental functioning, physiological changes when abused continuously and repeated strong desire, to ingest substance despite of its harmful consequences. Restoration of the health of the substance abusers mainly dependent on the policies related to alcohol and intervention planned to reduce the pattern of substance …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 28–36 Read article
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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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A Study To Assess The Knowledge And Attitude Regarding Human Rights Of Mentally Ill Among The Staff Nurses Working In Selected Hospital For Mental Health Of Gujarat State With A View To Develop An Information Booklet
Abstract: The study was aimed to assess the knowledge and attitude regarding Human Rights of Mentally ill among the Staff Nurses working in selected hospital for mental health of Gujarat state. A descriptive cross-sectional survey design was implied in the study. Convenient sampling method was used to select 100 samples. A 40 question Structured Knowledge Questionnaire was used to assess knowledge and 20 question Likert Attitude Scale was used to assess …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 1–7 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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A Comparative Study to Assess the Growth and Development of Mentally Challenged Children with Normal Children in Selected Schools
Abstract: The study was done by Madurai city middle school and Anbagam school at Madurai. A descriptive comparative research design was adopted to assess the growth and development. The target population of the study was children having normal and mentally challenged. The total sample size was 60. Both structured interview schedule were used to collect the data. Tools were tested for reliability and validity. Data were analyzed by descriptive and inferential …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 8–11 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 Descriptive Study to Assess the Level of Stress among the First Year B.Sc. Nursing Students at Manikaka Topawala Institute of Nursing, Charusat, Changa
Abstract: A descriptive study was conducted in a private nursing institute named Manikaka Topawala Institute of Nursing, Charusat, Changa to assess stress level among nursing students. The sampling technique used was simple random sampling. A total of 56 students participated in the study. Perceived stress scale was used as a tool to collect appropriate data. Pilot study was conducted among 5 students at Manikaka Topawala Institute of Nursing, Charusat, Changa to …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 31–35 Read article
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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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Parental expectation and level of stress among adolescents
Abstract: A quantitative, non-experimental correlational research design was considered based on conceptual framework. Non-probability purposive sampling technique was used for collecting 30 samples. The data were collected by using socio-demographic performa, standardized questionnaire and standardized stress scale. Data were analyzed and interpreted by using descriptive and inferential statistics. Result and conclusion: 50% students have mild stress and 70% parents have severe expectation. The conclusion of the study was that there is …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 24–36 Read article
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Assessment of Emotional problems and Coping strategies among Preadolescents in selected schools in Kottayam district
Abstract: The study was conducted to assess the emotional problems and coping strategies among preadolescents in selected schools in Kottayam district. The objectives were to assess the emotional problems, to assess the coping strategies among preadolescents, find the association between emotional problems and selected demographic variables, determine the association between coping strategies and selected demographic variables, find the relationship between emotional problems at home and school. In order to accomplish the …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Symptoms Among General Population in Flood Affected Areas of Ernakulam District
Abstract: A mental health condition called post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is triggered by experiencing a terrifying event. The people who experienced or witnessed the traumatic events may develop some physical or mental health complications because of the impact of the event. The objectives of the study were to determine the PTSD symptoms among general population in flood-affected areas of Ernakulam District, and to find the association between PTSD symptoms among general …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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A Descriptive Study to Assess the Mental Well-being and its Associated Factors among Migrants in Ottappalam Town, Palakkad
Abstract: The number of Kerala migrants as estimated by the migration survey in 2014 is 23.63 lakhs. The corresponding number was 22.81 lakhs in 2011, 21.93 lakhs in 2008, and 18.38 lakhs in 2003. These numbers indicating the migration from Kerala have been increasing since 2003. The study was to assess the level of mental well-being and its associated factors among the migrants in Ottappalam. A descriptive research design was used …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 27–31 Read article
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A Descriptive Study to Assess the Knowledge Regarding Behavioural Problems of Children among Mothers Visiting CMC and Hospital, Ludhiana, Punjab
Abstract: The present study was undertaken by the investigator to assess the knowledge regarding behavioural problems in children among mothers visiting CMC & Hospital, Ludhiana, Punjab. Quantitative research approach and non-experimental descriptive research design was used to accomplish the stated objectives. The conceptual framework was based on Paul Fitts and Michael Posner (1967) three-phase theory. Data was collected with the help of self structured knowledge questionnaire. A pilot study was done …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 92–101 Read article