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Case study on ovarian torsion in pregnancy
Abstract: A 22 year old multigravida, thirteen weeks of gestational age presenting with torsion of the right ovarian cyst. She visited to the antenatal clinic with right side lower acute pain abdomen. She was diagnosed to have torsion of ovarian cyst during pregnancy and a cystectomy was carried out. Her histopathology report showed a benign serous cyst adenoma. Her pregnancy was followed up. She had a healthy alive girl baby under …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 4–6 Read article
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Magnitude of unwanted pregnancy and associated factors among young female students of Mettu University
Abstract: Introduction: Unwanted pregnancy poses a major and continuing social and health challenge in Africa, accounting for more than a quarter of the 40 million pregnancies that occur annually in the region. Objective: The main aim of this study was to assess the prevalence of unwanted pregnancy and its associated factors among young female students of Mettu University, 2017. Methods: An institution based cross sectional descriptive study design was used. A …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 7–12 Read article
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A Study to Evaluate the Effectiveness of Training Programme on Knowledge and Skills Regarding Newborn Resuscitation Among III Year B.Sc. Nursing Students of Sri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwar Institute of Nursing Sciences, Sattur, Dharwad
Abstract: Background of the study: The birth is a challenging transition from the intrauterine to extra uterine life. Majority of babies handle this transition well. 90% of newborn babies do not need any medical intervention for survival, but 5–10% of newborn needs resuscitation. The interventions required may range from simple tactile stimulation to complex cardiac pulmonary resuscitation. Worldwide, millions of babies are born annually. The transition from internal to external air …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 34–39 Read article
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Awareness on Reproductive Tract Infection among Married Women attending Antenatal Clinic in Selected Tertiary Care Hospital
Abstract: Reproductive tract contamination comprises STI and HIV/AIDS are being progressively familiar as a thoughtful community health problem. RTI causes suffering to both men and women, but their consequences are far more devastating and widespread among women. RTI often go undiagnosed and untreated, PID, ectopic pregnancy, miscarriage, cervical cancer, and an increased risk of HIV transmission. Adolescents too are vulnerable to RTIs due to their ignorance of risk factors, inadequate accessibility …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 40–46 Read article
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Screening and Education Program on Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome among College Girls
Abstract: Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a common health problem which growths among teenage girls and young women during their generative years. Evidence exists that imparting knowledge to the adolescents and young girls helps to reduce the risk for the later age. A study was done among college girls in PCOS with quasi-experimental design (One group pre-test post-test design). 150 college girls studying at The Salvation Army Catherine Booth College of …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 8–11 Read article
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Rubella and Pregnancy
Abstract: Mainly, Rubella infection during pregnancy is considered as a serious infection worldwide. Since Rubella virus not only infects Mainly, rubella infection during pregnancy is considered as a serious infection worldwide. Since rubella virus not only infects susceptible to women early in pregnancy, they can also be transmitted to the fetus and might induce birth defect. Rubella is an acute, contagious viral infection. While rubella virus infection usually causes a mild …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 57–60 Read article
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A Descriptive Study to Assess Birth Preparedness and Preference towards Delivery among Antenatal Women in Civil Hospital Tarn Taran, Punjab
Abstract: Pregnancy is the vital event in the life of a women, it needs special attention from the time of conception to the postnatal stage but due to lack of knowledge, mothers were ignorant about birth preparation. Many of them in last trimester were unprepared for the great event of their lives. Many of postnatal mothers verbalized that their child birth experience was “terrible”. Hence the investigators felt that these mothers …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 72–76 Read article
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Overview Knowledge of Postnatal Mothers for Newborn Care
Abstract: Newborn requires basic care which must be provided by mothers at home. This includes warmth feeling, basic hygiene and identification of danger signs, and seeking help from health personnel whenever required. Therefore, all newborns get home-based newborn care as per the perception and sociocultural behavior of the society. However, it has been observed by various studies on the newborn care in the communities that the knowledge and the practices of …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 32–35 Read article
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Maternal and Obstetrical Profile of Mothers Underwent Cesarean Section and Their Neonatal Outcome
Abstract: Today, there is concern over the rising cesarean delivery rates across the world. Cesarean section deliveries are more likely to be associated with increased mortality and morbidity both for mother and the baby compared to women who deliver vaginally. Objective: To identify the obstetric profile of mothers underwent cesarean section, to identify the associated maternal risk factors, and lastly, to find the outcome of the neonates delivered by cesarean section. …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 20–31 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Acupressure on Lactation among Immediate Postnatal Mothers at Selected Hospitals at Kanyakumari District
Abstract: Lactation and breast feeding are essential for the mother and the neonate in the early period of life to protect and promote health. Considering this the investigator used acupressure to promote lactation among immediate postnatal mothers. Purpose: To evaluate the effectiveness of acupressure on lactation among immediate postnatal mothers in selected hospitals Kanyakumari District. Method: A Quasi-experimental one group pretest posttest design was adapted for the study.125 immediate postnatal mothers …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 68–71 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Video Assisted Teaching Module on Knowledge Regarding Menstrual Hygiene Management by the use Of Menstrual Cup Among The Nursing Students in Selected Nursing Colleges of Uttar Kannada
Abstract: Menstruation is a physiological and natural part of the reproductive cycle, but the lack of information about menstrual hygiene, as well as materials themselves create a culture of taboos and misinformation about menstruation and potential health risk such as vaginal infections. A quantitative research was conducted among nursing students by purposive sampling technique. The collected data was analyzed by using descriptive and inferential statistics. Result revealed that the post-test knowledge …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 52–55 Read article
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Effectiveness of Prenatal Education Regarding Birth Preparedness and its Outcome among Primi Antenatal Mothers Attending Obstetrics and Gynecology Outpatient Department, Pravara Rural Hospital, Loni (BK)
Abstract: Background: Birth preparedness is a strategy to promote timely use of skilled maternal and neonatal care during childbirth. The key element includes knowledge of danger signs, plan for a birth, plan where to give birth, plan for transport and plan for saving money. Every pregnancy faces risk and prenatal screening cannot detect which pregnancy will develop complications. It is essential for women to have access to skilled attendant during pregnancy, …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 6–13 Read article
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Effectiveness of Breastfeeding Module in Terms of Feeding Practice and Neonatal Biophysiological Variables
Abstract: Breastfeeding is essential to the health and well-being of infants. Numerous research works have recorded the nutritional and immunological superiority of human milk for nourishing infants. The aim of the study is to determine the effectiveness of breastfeeding module in terms of feeding practice and neonatal biophysiological variables among postnatal mothers in a selected hospital. Quasi-experimental design was adopted. Background data—demographic, maternal, neonatal data—were collected. Teaching module on breastfeeding practice …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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A Descriptive Study to Assess the Knowledge and Attitude Regarding Breast Self-examination among Girls in Selected Colleges of the City and to Develop and Disseminate an Informational Booklet on Breast Self-examination
Abstract: Background: Prevention is better than cure measures should be taken to prevent cancerous lesion by detecting it at earliest stage. Breast screening in general population has shown to reduce mortality and helps to detect it at earliest stage. Breast self-examination is a technique that all women can use to assess their own breasts. Women familiar with their own normal breast characteristics can easily notice the development of abnormalities early. Each …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 45–52 Read article
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Evaluate the Effectiveness of the Planned Teaching Program on the Menstrual Hygiene in Terms of Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice of the Adolescent School-Going Adolescent Girls at Lok Niketan Government School of Ranip, Ahmedabad
Abstract: Adolescent girls comprise a vulnerable group, especially in India, where female child is a neglected one. Menstruation is a unique phenomenon of the female. The onset of menstruation is one of the most important changes occurring among adolescent girls. The first menstruation occurs between the ages of 11 and 15 years with a mean of 13 years. Menstrual hygiene contracts with the special healthcare needs and requirements of women during …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 35–39 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Knowledge Regarding Diet during Pregnancy among Primigravida Mothers
Abstract: A descriptive design with cross-sectional survey approach was used to assess the knowledge regarding diet during pregnancy among primigravida mothers in Maternal and Child Health Centre, Annathanappatti, Salem. 100 primigravida mothers were selected by purposive sampling technique and data was collected by using structured interview schedule. Area wise distribution of mean, SD and mean percentage of knowledge scores on diet during pregnancy among primigravida mothers shows that the highest mean …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 42–47 Read article
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Knowledge and Practice Regarding Neonatal Resuscitation among Staff Nurses Working in Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
Abstract: Nurses working in neonatal intensive care unit require competence in neonatal resuscitation; the challenges experienced by healthcare providers during this procedure are unique due to different causes of cardio-respiratory arrest. The aim of the study was to assess the knowledge and practice regarding neonatal resuscitation among staff nurses working in neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). Study design was descriptive research design; samples were selected by means of purposive sampling design. …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 69–76 Read article
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Compare The Severity Of Menopausal Symptoms, Copingstrategies, And Quality Of Life Among Women Duringvarious Postmenopausal Period
Abstract: The present study was intended to compare the severity of menopausal symptoms, coping strategies and quality of life among women during various post-menopausal period. Assumption was that women in earlier post menopausal period have poor quality of life. The study was based on Pender’s Health promotion model. Descriptive research design was used for the study. The sample consists of 150 menopausal women who were at 6 month, 1 year, 1 …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 12–29 Read article
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EFFECTIVENESS OF ABDOMINAL MASSAGE ON FEEDING TOLERANCE AND WEIGHT GAIN AMONG PRETERM BABIES
Abstract: A quantitative research approach with quasi experimental research design was used for the study. The study was theoretically supported by Sr. Callista Roy’s adaptation model. The study was conducted among 60 preterm babies admitted in NICU of Institute of Child Health and Government Medical College Hospital, Kottayam. Sixty preterm babies were selected by nonprobability purposive sampling 30 each in control and experimental group. The objectives of the study were to …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 30–37 Read article
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Impact of Antenatal Interventional Packages on Maternal Outcomes
Abstract: Introduction: Motherhood is a great responsibility, and it is one of the highest crowns of honour. Aproper antenatal check-up provides necessary care to the mother and helps to identify anycomplications of pregnancy and timely management. Aim: Evaluate the effectiveness of selectedantenatal interventions on maternal outcome among high-risk pregnant women. Hypothesis: There isa difference in maternal outcome between control and experimental group of high-risk pregnant womenafter implementation of selected antenatal interventions …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 44–50 Read article