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198 articles for “Disorder.”
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Solution to the Arsenic Problem in West Bengal: Exploring Some Non-Conventional Ways
Abstract: Some districts of West Bengal have severe arsenic contamination of soil and groundwater. The clinical manifestations of arsenic toxicity include severe skin lesions; diseases of respiratory, cardiovascular, excretory system, hepatological, haematological and neurological disorders; and even death. We have isolated arsenic-resistant bacteria which have the adaptability to survive in high arsenic concentration, accumulate arsenic and convert it to its less toxic form. Therefore, we propose bioremediation as a cost-effective and …
Published in International Journal of Composite and Constituent Materials · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Nano Ultraviolet Finishing of Textiles Using Inorganic UV- Blockers–The Sustainable Approach of Producing Protective Clothing for Better Tomorrow
Abstract: The diminution of the ozone stratum,due to global warming, is likely to intensify existing health effects caused by exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiations, as stratospheric ozone is a predominantly effective UV radiation absorber. As the ozone layer becomes thinner, the protective filter provided by the atmosphere is gradually abridged. Subsequently, human beings and the environment are exposed to higher UV radiation levels, particularly higher UV-B levels, which have the greatest …
Published in International Journal of Composite and Constituent Materials · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 23–33 Read article
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“MODIFIED SEWING MACHINE WORKSTATION DESIGN BY USING TAGUCHI APPROACH”
Abstract: The study was based on design of experiment using Taguchi Orthogonal Array with three parameters namely height of sewing machine table, angular movement of sewing machine table & sliding movement of sewing machine table considered for experimentation. An orthogonal Array of L9 experimental design was adopted & 3 angles namely trunk angle, head angle & neck angle was measured for each experimental run. Then the reading for female & male …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 61–88 Read article
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Steven johnson Syndrome
Abstract: Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS) is an immune-complex–mediated hypersensitivity complex that typically involves the skin and the mucous membranes. While minor presentations may occur, significant involvement of oral, nasal, eye, vaginal, urethral, gastrointestinal, and lower respiratory tract mucous membranes may develop during the illness. GI and respiratory involvement may progress to necrosis. Stevens-Johnson syndrome is a serious systemic disorder with the potential for severe morbidity and even death.
Published in International Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 13–16 Read article
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Effectiveness of Video-Assisted Teaching on Knowledge and Self-Care Skills of Patients Subjected to Valvular Replacement Surgery
Abstract: Valvular heart disease (VHD) remains common in industrialized countries. Two most common types of valvular disease are aortic stenosis and mitral regurgitation. The prevalence of valvular disease increases sharply with age, owing to the predominance of degenerative etiologies. The burden of heart valvular disease in the elderly has an important impact on patient management, given the high frequency of morbidity and the increased risk associated with intervention in this age …
Published in International Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Importance of Blood Pressure and Pulse Rate, Vital Signs That Should Be Neglected by Nurse
Abstract: The cardiovascular nursing is an important concept in clinical practice. Many patients present with some degrees of cardiovascular disorders. The diagnosis of the cardiovascular problem might be possible by a good basic history taking and health examination. The basic vital sign monitoring is the role of nurse in general and the nurse has to recognize the importance of the procedure and should not ignore good nursing practice regarding blood pressure …
Published in International Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 12–13 Read article
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A review:The Arterial blood pressure and its regulation
Abstract: In day to day era, hypertension is becoming a very common disorder affecting a large number of people. The human body is an incredibly complex machine which maintains important physiological parameters such as temperature, blood pressure, pH, and blood sugar levels in narrow ranges. An important parameter that must be kept within the normal range for biological health is blood pressure. In response to certain situations, a series of actions …
Published in International Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 33–38 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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Insight into the Manifestation of Hyperlipidemia and its Amelioration by Natural Resources
Abstract: Hyperlipidemia is among the most important dangerous elements for the. Cardiovascular disease high rate the leading causes of mortality include coronary heart disease, stroke, atherosclerosis, and hyperlipidemia. blood total and (LDL) cholesterol increase have been identified as crucial contributors to CVD risk. Hyperlipidemia is a disorder in which the blood has unusually high quantities of lipid or fatty compounds. To avoid atherosclerosis-related illnesses, hypolipidemic medications are commonly utilized as preventive …
Published in International Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Care of Elderly Population
Abstract: Enabling the nurses to identify the difference in care of older adult by using the specific assessment method to provide holistic Nursing care with concern. As medical facilities have improved, the life expectancy has also increased in both developing of developed countries. This had led to an increase in old age population and eventually old age health problems requiring more attention and specialized care. With the increasing population of elderly …
Published in International Journal of Geriatric Nursing · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 17–24 Read article
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Praying and geriatric nursing care: spiritual nursing
Abstract: Spiritual care is an important concern in holistic nursing. The religious based practice might be a good tool for supporting spiritual nursing care. For geriatric patient, the attachment to religious belief and practice is common. Praying is common daily activity of the elderly in many countries. To use praying as additional tool to manage medical disorder is very interesting. The praying might be by the patients, cousins or medical personnel …
Published in International Journal of Geriatric Nursing · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–3 Read article
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Schizophrenia in Older Adults
Abstract: The number of older adults (age >65) who developed schizophrenia before age 45 is expected to double in the next 2 decades. One-year prevalence of schizophrenia among older adults is approximately 0.6%. Schizophrenia is a disease marked by delusion, hallucination and disordered thinking. The positive, negative, and cognitive symptoms and social functioning change over decades.
Published in International Journal of Geriatric Nursing · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 9–11 Read article
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Hypoglycemia Induced Hemichorea (HpogC): A Case Report
Abstract: Background: Hypoglycemia is a rare cause of movement disorders. An 80 year-old woman presented with worsening choreiform and dancing like movements due to hypoglycemia. Case presentation: 80 year old woman newly diagnosed hemichorea with involuntary movement of right hand and leg and her RBS and serum creatinine were 56 mg/dl and 1.85 mg/dl respectively. The patient’s Computed Tomography of brain was normal with the exception of age related atrophy. All …
Published in International Journal of Geriatric Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 1–3 Read article
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Buerger-Allen Exercise on Foot Perfusion among Patients with Diabetes Mellitus
Abstract: Background of the study: Diabetes Mellitus (DM) is a metabolic disorder which is characterized withincreased glucose level in the blood, resulting from defect in the insulin secretion, insulin action, orboth. In advance stage of the disease, foot perfusion of patients is decreased. It can be assessed byAnkle Brachial Index (ABI), Capillary Refill Time (CRT) and Peripheral pulse rate. Buerger-Allenexercise is an effective intervention for improving the foot perfusion of diabetes …
Published in International Journal of Geriatric Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 27–33 Read article
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An Interventional Study to Assess the Effect of Back Care on Quality of Sleep among Geriatric People of Nadiad City
Abstract: Introduction: Sleep is a condition of body and mind that recurs for several hours every night in which the sympathetic and parasympathetic system is relatively inactive, that eyes closed, the postural muscles relaxed, and consciousness practically sling. Back care was formed in 1968 as national back pain association. Back care is registered charity that aims to reduce encumbrance of back pain by providing information and support. Encouraging best practises and …
Published in International Journal of Geriatric Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 6–11 Read article
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Therapeutic Massage useful for Diabetes Mellitus Patients
Abstract: Diabetes is a chronic condition that mainly occurs when the pancreas does not produce enough insulin or the body cannot effectively use the insulin it produced by hyperglycemia and other related disorders in the body’s metabolism can lead to serious damage to many of the body systems especially nerves and blood vessels. Diabetic complications are classified in to two major categories like acute and chronic. Diabetes patients use therapeutic massage …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 38–41 Read article
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Stem Cell Therapy
Abstract: Stem cells are unspecialized cells that develop into the specialized cells that make up the different types of tissue in the human body. They are characterized by the ability to renew themselves through mitotic cell division and differentiating into a diverse range of specialized cell types. They are vital to the development, growth, maintenance, and repair of our brains, bones, muscles, nerves, blood, skin, and other organs. Stem cells are …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 32–44 Read article
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Abnormal Immune Response; Autoimmune Diseases: A Critical Review
Abstract: The immune system is a complex organization within the body that is designed normally to “seek and destroy” invaders of the body, including infectious agents. There are at least 80 types of autoimmune diseases. When you have an autoimmune disorder, your immune system does not distinguish between healthy tissue and antigens. As a result, the body sets off a reaction that destroys normal tissues too. Immune deficiency diseases decrease the …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 21–26 Read article
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Netherton Syndrome
Abstract: Netherton syndrome is a rarely found disorder which is inherited in an autosomal recessive pattern which consists of ichtchyosiform dermatosis, hair shaft abnormalities (trichorrhexis invaginata), and atopic diathesis. This disease results due to a mutation on chromosome 5q32 in a gene named SPINK5 (serine protease inhibitor, kazal type-5) which encodes inhibitors of serine proteases known as LEKTI.
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 33–35 Read article
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Diamond–Blackfan Anaemia (DBA)
Abstract: In Diamond–Blackfan anaemia (DBA), the bone marrow (soft centre part of most bones) does not make adequate red blood cells (RBC). It is a type of marrow failure disorder. RBC take oxygen from the lungs to all parts of your body. A low level of RBC is called anaemia. In anaemia, the body’s organs may not get sufficient oxygen. How serious anaemia is different from child to child with this …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 20–23 Read article