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An Evaluation of the Impact of a Self-Instructional Module on Knowledge of Occupational Lung Diseases Among Women Employed in a Garment Factory in Bangalore
Abstract: Garment industry is an organized sector, mostly run by private establishments where garment workers are exposed to airborne, particles from natural and synthetic fibrous materials in their work environment. Exposure to cotton dust in the garment industry has been linked to various respiratory symptoms, both specific and non-specific to the workplace. Workers in this sector rarely have access to adequate occupational health and safety measures, leading to significant health issues. …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 Read article
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The Use of Factor and Cluster Analysis to Interpret Groundwater Chemistry in Ga East Municipality, Ghana, West Africa.
Abstract: Groundwater chemistry was interpreted in this studies to ascertain the groundwater controlling parameters within the vicinity of Ga East Municipality, Ghana. 37 data points from various Boreholes were analyzed using factor and cluster analysis. The studies have revealed that groundwater in areas of Ga East is controlled by seawater intrusions, anthropogenic activities and carbonate mineral dissociation according to the results obtained from factor analysis. Three cluster groups were developed which …
Published in International Journal of Analytical and Applied Chemistry · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 34–43 Read article
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Investigation of Root Cause of Fuel Tanker Truck Accident in Nigeria Resulting from Constrain Factors
Abstract: The research demonstrates the investigation of reliability of root cause of fuel tanker truck accident in Nigeria resulting from some constrain factors. The constrain factors considered are age group, ownership status of fuel tanker trucks, drivers’ educational qualification and drivers’ years of experience and the states considered in this research are Lago State (Lagos Park) and River State (Port Harcourt). The study reveals age distribution of drivers in the following …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Separation Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 23–27 Read article
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Assessment of the Factors Influencing Facility Maintenance Problems in Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, Owo, Nigeria
Abstract: This survey is carried to assess the facility maintenance challenges in higher institutions of learning by adopting Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, Owo. The study particularly examined those factors that contribute to maintenance problems and those that influence maintenance programme on the institutional buildings in the study area. Structured questionnaires were distributed to respondents and the results were analyzed. Findings revealed that untimely replacement of defective fitting is the main maintenance challenge …
Published in International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 20–28 Read article
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Analysis of Reactive Power Compensation During Fault Conditions in Power System Using Simulink Model of SVC FACTS Device
Abstract: Flexible alternating current transmission system (FACTS) devices are capable of controlling the active and reactive power flows in a transmission line by controlling its series and shunt parameters. This work presents a review of comparison of different FACTS controllers in the power system for stability enhancement. The focus of this research is simulation of single-phase TCR (thyristor-controlled reactor)/TSC (thyristor switch capacitor) static VAR compensator (SVC) in MATLAB/SIMULINK to solve voltage …
Published in International Journal of Electrical Power System and Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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Competitive Analysis for the Improvement of Power Factor using Zeta Converter and SEPIC Converter for BLDC Motor
Abstract: In this paper, we studied the competitive analysis for the improvement of power factor using zeta converter and SEPIC converter for BLDC motor by reducing the configuration of sensor. For the low power factor application, here we can control the speed of motor by varying the voltage of inverter by giving the feedback of BLDC motor drive. A low frequency is used for electromagnetic communication of the motor which reduce …
Published in International Journal of Power Electronics Controllers and Converters · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 28–35 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 assess the level of academic stress and its contributing factors among nursing students studying in Sri Sukhmani College of Nursing, Derabassi, Distt. Molhali, Punjab.
Abstract: The present study was conducted to assess the level of academic stress and its contributing factors among nursing students studying in Sri Sukhmani College of Nursing, Derabassi, Distt. Molhali, Punjab. The objectives of study were to assess the level of academic stress and contributing factors of academic stress among nursing students. The qualitative research approach and nonexperimental descriptive research design was used. 100 sample was selected by using systematic random …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 17–22 Read article
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Identify the Prevalence of Risk Factors of Coronary Artery Diseases among the College Going Students in Selected Colleges of Ahmedabad City
Abstract: A descriptive survey study among college students assesses the prevalence of risk factors of coronary artery diseases. The objective was to find out the prevalence of modifiable and non-modifiable risk factors and their co-relation with selected demographic variables like gender, religion, and family income. Samples are students selected by the purposive sampling techniques from the college. A semi-structured questionnaire was developed to determine the prevalence of risk factor of coronary …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 12–17 Read article
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Factors Influencing Exclusive Breast feeding among Mothers at Selected Urban Area, Coimbatore
Abstract: Child is a God's gift for a family. This study was conducted to assess the factors influencing exclusive breastfeeding among mothers. The aim of the study was to assess the knowledge, attitude regarding exclusive breast feeding and identifying the factors influencing breast feeding. Total 77 mothers were included in the study. Data was obtained using a structured questionnaire and analysis was done using descriptive and inferential statistics. Results showed that …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 31–38 Read article
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Risk Factors of Low Birth Weight Babies: A Case Control Study
Abstract: The present study was conducted to identify the risk factors of Low Birth Weight babies among postnatal mothers in selected hospitals at Kannur district. The study's goals were to investigate the risk factors for Low Birth Weight in babies born to postpartum women and the degree to which these risk variables are associated with Low Birth Weight. The health promotion model developed by Nola J. Pender was used as the …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 35–40 Read article
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Climate Change – Causal Factors and Impacts with Special Reference to India
Abstract: The change of climate during the last few decades have witnessed frequent floods, droughts, loss of agriculture yield, effect on water resource, food security, rise in sea levels, impact on coastal areas, biodiversity and ecological changes and occurrence of cyclones resulting into significant damage to life and health, property, land, agriculture, and economy. Climate change in earlier times were predominantly on account of natural factors due to changes in Earth’s …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 10–20 Read article
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Building Movie Recommendation System using Clustering, Collaborative Filtering, Matrix Factorization and improving the accuracy of the system by incorporating Opinion Mining
Abstract: Recommendation systems is a part of information filtering system which are gaining tremendous popularity and are one of the most used systems these days because of their ability to make suitable predictions depending upon the user’s requirements. A recommendation system is a system that predicts the rating, preference or reviews that a user would give to a particular item. They are used in a variety of fields including movies, music, …
Published in International Journal of Digital Communication and Analog Signals · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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A Novel Method for Power Conditioning Control with Mitigation of Voltage Sag using FACTS Devices
Abstract: One of the most accessible energy sources is electrical energy. It is easily converted into other forms of energy. The dependence on electrical energy has grown significantly as a result of technological innovation. Banks, post offices, computer and telecommunication networks, and networks for railroads are just a few applications that just cannot run without power. These applications also need for high-quality energy. The most prevalent issue is a sag or …
Published in International Journal of Electrical Power System and Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 9–14 Read article
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Enhancement of Power Factor and Effective Performance of an Induction Motor Based Converter-Fed Rotor
Abstract: Abstract— Taking a novel concept of a rotor that is fed by a converter, this paper attempts to investigate an induction machine. In this the stator has been directly connected to the grid and it is also Y connected while the rotor windings are open-ended fed to a back-to-back converter with a floating capacitor. The factors that are carefully studied are the power factor and the efficiency improvements of the …
Published in International Journal of Polymer Science and Engineering · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 10–19 Read article
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“Sternotomy” and the Factors Affecting Its Prognosis
Abstract: Cardiac surgeries predominantly require median sternotomy, as it is a useful incision, which is required to be done, for different operations. This incision is useful in performing thoracic operations as it also allows access to both pleural spaces. Patients and medical variables increase the rate of infection of this surgical wound. Complication of sternal wound infection and durability of chest pain associated to sternotomy is lasting more than 1 year …
Published in International Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 1–3 Read article
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Magnitude, risk factors and preventive strategies for Post ICU Care Syndrome (PICS) in ICU Setting: A Systematic Review
Abstract: After leaving the ICU, patients may suffer from what is known as Post-Intensive Care Syndrome (PICS), which can happen to any person who has been in the ICU. Patients with PICS present with physical, cognitive & psychiatric impairments. PICS may be induced if a person was on prolonged mechanical ventilation, experienced sepsis, multiple organ failure and a prolonged duration of “bed-restore deep sedation”. It has been estimated that Post-Traumatic stress …
Published in International Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 16–21 Read article
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Factitious Disorder (Munchausen Syndrome)
Abstract: Factitious disorder is a serious mental disorder in which someone deludes others by appearing sick, by deliberately getting sick or by self-injury. Factitious disorder is considered a mental illness because it is associated with severe emotional difficulties and stressful situations. It also can happen when family members or caregivers falsely present others, such as children, as being ill, injured or impaired.
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 42–45 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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Identify the Factors Influencing Compliance to Immunization Schedule among Mothers of Under-five Children
Abstract: Introduction: Children need vaccination (shots) to protect them from dangerous childhood diseases. Immunization is a way of protecting the child from getting a disease. Immunization forms one of the most important and cost-effective strategies for the prevention of childhood diseases and disabilities and is compulsory for all children. Compliance is defined as receiving the required number of doses of vaccines at the appropriate age as shown on the immunization schedule …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 1–11 Read article