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Knowledge Regarding Prevention of Vector-Borne Diseases Among Housewives
Abstract: The present study was aimed to assess the knowledge regarding prevention of vector -borne disease among housewives. The objective of the study wasere to assess the knowledge regarding prevention of vector -borne diseases and to find the association between knowledge regarding prevention of vector -borne diseases andwith selected socio -demographic variables. The study was based on health belief model. The research design adopted for the study was descriptive survey design. …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 34–38 Read article
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Knowledge Regarding Self-care Management among Patients with COPD
Abstract: The present study was aimed to assess knowledge regarding self-care management among patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD). The objective of the study was to assess the knowledge regarding self-care management of COPD and to find association between knowledge regarding COPD and selected socio-demographic variables. The study was based on health belief model. The research design adopted for the study was descriptive survey design. The data collection instrument used …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 5–9 Read article
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An Exploratory Study to Assess the Knowledge and attitude of OPD patients Regarding Prevention and Management of Asthma in selected Hospitals, Ludhiana, Punjab.
Abstract: Introduction: The present study was conducted to assess the knowledge and attitude of OPD patients in all age groups regarding asthma in selected hospitals, Ludhiana, Punjab. The research was undertaken by medical–surgical nursing group in partial fulfillment of requirement for the post basic B.Sc. Nursing 2nd year of Baba Farid University of Health Science, Faridkot, Punjab. Objective: The objective of the study was to assess the knowledge of OPD patients …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 6–28 Read article
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Coronaviruses—An Update
Abstract: The 2019 novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) is a novel virus that leads to respiratory problems in individuals and can spread from person to person. This virus was initially recognized during a survey into an outbreak in Wuhan, China. Promotion of a safety environment is a keystone of prevention of spread of organism in health care. Persons of all ages should take necessary steps to protect themselves from the disease.
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 29–32 Read article
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Comprehensive Approach to Lowering Measured Blood Pressure (CALM-BP)
Abstract: Hypertension is a chronic medical condition with marked increase in systolic and diastolic blood pressure more than 140/90 mm of Hg in three consecutive measures. It increases the risks such as dysfunction of heart, brain, kidney and other organs as the force exerted by circulating blood against the walls of the body’s arteries and the major blood vessels resulting in damage. It is a silent threat to the health of …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Human papillomavirus: a review of DNA based therapeutic cancer vaccines routes of administration
Abstract: Human Papillomavirus is the most common sexually transmitted infection. While the virus cancause many negative health effects in both males and females, the most concerning and common ofthese is cervical cancer in females. Immunization is not effective in clearing HPV infection that isalready present. Therefore, there is a need for therapeutic vaccines that work to combat the virusin an individual who has already been exposed and has a persistent infection …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 5–13 Read article
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COVID-19 Pandemic: This Too Shall Pass
Abstract: COVID-19 began so suddenly that no one imagined that it could be for such a long stretch. A tiny virus locked down the whole world within very short notice. Life just turned to a muchunexpected patch. Is it to be taken seriously knowing the reality of the happenings? Having been objective to this scenario, it has left one in a very indefinite condition. The authorities globally are taking adequate and …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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The Physiology of Haemopoiesis: Review
Abstract: Haemopoiesis is the origin, development and maturation of blood cells ie RBCs, WBCs, and platelets. Therefore the term haemopoiesis includes Erythropoiesis ie origin development & maturation of RBCs ,Leucopoiesis ie origin, development & maturation of WBCs. And Mega karyocytopoiesis ie origin, development & maturation of plateletsAfter the birth and through out life haemopoiesis takes place in bone marrow. Red cell and White blood cells production is highly regulated production in …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 14–22 Read article
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Assessment of Knowledge Regarding COVID-19 among Undergraduate Nursing Students
Abstract: Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a global public health threat and has evolved to become a pandemic crisis around the world. A non-experimental study was conducted to assess the knowledge regarding COVID-19 among undergraduate nursing students in a selected college at Ernakulam district. Using convenience sampling technique, 60 students were selected. Data collection was done using a questionnaire consisting of socio-demographic variables and knowledge regarding COVID-19. The study revealed that …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 23–26 Read article
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Case Report on Patient with Regular Hemodialysis and Its Impact on Economic Status
Abstract: Mr. D, 37-year-old diagnosed with stage chronic kidney disease (CKD) on hemodialysis,secondary health problems, severe hyperparathyroidism, known case of hypertension, anaemiadue to chronic disease. He was on hemodialysis for past five years in different private andspecialty hospital. He had history of fall from bike followed with the history of left fracture offemur neck and pain in the shoulder for the one month. At present, he got admitted in thehospital for …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 23–26 Read article
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A DESCRIPTIVE STUDY TO ASSESS THE KNOWLEDGE REGARDING COVID - 19 VACCINE AMONG STUDENTS IN SELECTED NURSING COLLEGE AT TAMILNADU.
Abstract: Covid-19 or coronavirus disease 2019 is a disease caused by a virus SARS-CoV-2. It is a very infectious, contagious and quickly transmitted around the world. Covid-19 most often causes respiratory symptoms and also other parts of body may also be affected by the disease. Now as the Covid-19 vaccines have been available to all people worldwide, the vaccines offer life-saving protection against this disease. The next awaiting threat could be …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Mental Wellbeing of High School Children During COVID-19 Pandemic
Abstract: Introduction: Students, teachers, and parents have all faced numerous difficulties as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. We are now learning about the broad effects on pupils as a result of schools being shuttered, physically isolating restrictions, and other unanticipated changes to their life. Children who already manage mental health disorders have been particularly vulnerable to the adjustments. 188 nations have closed all of their schools, according to UNESCO. One …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 6–12 Read article
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Effectiveness of Video-assisted Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Norovirus Among People Residing in Thiruvanmiyur and Palavakkam at Chennai
Abstract: The present research was to evaluate the impact of a video-assisted training programme on residents of Thiruvanmiyur and Palavakkam in Chennai's awareness of the norovirus. Background of the study: Norovirus is a highly contagious etiological agent of acute gastroenteritis with a worldwide distribution. Norovirus produces vomiting and diarrhoea in all age groups. Objectives: To determine the effectiveness of video-assisted teaching on Norovirus among the experimental group and find out the …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 16–22 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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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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A Study to Evaluate the Effectiveness of Structure Teaching programme on Knowledge Regarding Hazards of Radiation Exposure and its Preventive measures among Staff Nurses
Abstract: Radiation is the energy that propagates through matter or space. Radiations are usually classified in to Non-ionizing and ionizing radiation. Ionizing radiation is the main concern for health effects since it can change chemical properties in human body. When radiation pears a body that can deposit energy that can directly damage the DNA in tissue that would eventually cause damage to critical chemical bond in body. So it is necessary …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Non–Invasive Medical devices: A Critic Review
Abstract: The non-invasive procedure means there is no incision or break to any parts of the body which includes skin, subcutaneous tissue, mucosa or any natural cavities. An example for non-invasive procedure is deep palpation and percussion. There are many non-invasive procedures, ranging from simple observation to specialized forms of surgery such as radiosurgery, extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy which is a non-invasive treatment for stones in the kidney, gallbladder or liver …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 1–5 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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Evaluate the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Swine Flu and its Management Among Staff Nurses
Abstract: Objective: To assess the knowledge regarding swine flu and its management among staff nurses. To evaluate the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge regarding swine flu and its management among staff nurses. To find the association between post -test knowledge scores with selected demographic variables. Conceptual frame work: The conceptual model for the study was based on the general system theory by Ludwig von Bertalanffy (1969). In this theory, …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 12–20 Read article
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A Descriptive Study to Assess the Knowledge Regarding Varicose Veins amongTeachers in Selected Primary Schools
Abstract: “A descriptive study to assess the knowledge regarding varicose veins among the teachers in selected primary schools at Aurangabad, with a view to develop an information booklet.”Objectives: (1)To assess the knowledge regarding varicose veins among the teachers in selected primary schools. (2) To find out the association between knowledge of teachers in selected primary schools with selected socio-demographic variables. (3) To develop an information booklet on varicose veins.Methodology:The conceptual framework …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 7–12 Read article