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Effect of Structure Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Prevention of Varicose Vein among Security Guards at Selected Hospital, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India
Abstract: Varicose vein most commonly occurs in superficial vein of the legs. It is caused in persons who undergo prolonged standing. Prevention is the key factor for varicose veins. The nurse needs to educate the security guards regarding this condition in order to prevent it. The aim of the study was to identify the effect of structure teaching programme on knowledge regarding prevention of varicose vein among security guards. Quasi-experimental one …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 54–57 Read article
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Knowledge on First Aid Regarding Selected Minor Ailments among the Asha Workers
Abstract: First aid management is the temporary and immediate treatment given to a person who is injured and suddenly illby using resources at the time before regular medical help is provided.The ASHA (Accredited Social Health Activists)is the major link between the rural people and health services. They provide service at the point of care, often in the patient’s home and at the place of emergencies in the community. Training them in …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Occupational Hazards Faced by Nurses in Rajshahi Medical College Hospital, Bangladesh
Abstract: This descriptive survey was carried out to investigate the level of knowledge on occupational hazards among nurses in Rajshahi Medical College Hospital. The aim of the present study was to explore the reasons that may cause injuries as well as the level of nurses’ knowledge about this occupational hazard. The study population consisted of 50 nurses of different wards in Rajshahi Medical College Hospital. The study was carried out from …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 32–37 Read article
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Effect of Conventional vs. Multimedia Aid Regarding Informed Consent for Central Venous Catheter Insertion on Anxiety and Satisfaction among Patients Admitted in Selected Areas of A Tertiary Care Hospital, Ludhiana, Punjab
Abstract: Central venous catheter insertion is a very invasive procedure for prolonged administration of medication, parental fluids and blood products. Patients are involved in decision making regarding this procedure. The term Informed consent is used to discuss with patients complete, clear and easy to understand information about a medical procedure or surgical process in clinical settings or hospitals. Multimedia patient decision aid have been heavily utilized as supplemental educational tools instead …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 28–31 Read article
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Effectiveness of the ABCDE Bundle on ICU-acquired Delirium and Weakness among Mechanically Ventilated Patients
Abstract: Background: The ABCDE bundle integrates evidence-based practice to improve and conservepatients’ physical, and neurocognitive status through awakening and breathing coordination,delirium assessment, and mobility. Aim of the study: to examine the effectiveness of ABCDE bundle onICU-acquired delirium and weakness among mechanical ventilation (MV) patients. Setting: TheSurgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU) at Menoufia University Hospital. Sample: A convenient sampleof 100 mechanically ventilated patients who were admitted to the SICU. Design: A quasi-experimental …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 11–21 Read article
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Assessment Of Knowledge, Attitude and Practice Of Adolescent Girls Regarding Prevention Of Urinary Tract Infection
Abstract: A descriptive correlational study was done in a selected school of Kothamangalam Taluk. Theobjectives of the present study were to assess the level of knowledge, attitude, and practice regardingthe prevention of urinary tract infection and correlation between the knowledge and practice. A non-experimental research design was used. The purposive sampling technique was used in the study toselect 60 adolescent girls. Data was collected using self-administered questionnaire to assess theknowledge, attitude …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 42–45 Read article
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Patient’s Satisfaction with Quality of Nursing Care among the Admitted COVID-19 Patient
Abstract: COVID-19 (SARS-COV-2) also called Corona virus, was first seen in Wuhan City of China on 31stDecember 2019. Later, this led to a global outbreak and was declared as global pandemic. Patient inthe COVID-19 ward needs isolation. COVID-19 is a highly contagious disease; it gives psychologicaltrauma to the patients and their relatives. So, the nurses should focus on giving holistic care to thepatients in order to prevent or limit the complications …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 54–62 Read article
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Quality of Life Among Hemodialysis Patients at a Selected Hospital in Ajman, United Arab Emirates
Abstract: Background: In order to evaluate the Quality of Life of patients receiving hemodialysis at the Thumbay University Hospital (TUH), Ajman, UAE, a cross-sectional study was conducted. Objectives: The study's objectives were to evaluate patients receiving hemodialysis for quality of life and link those patients' quality of life to demographic factors. Materials & Methods: Purposive sampling technique was used to select samples. The quality of life of 45 patients undergoing hemodialysis …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 15–19 Read article
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Effect of Early Mobility Protocol on Physical Function, Muscles Strength, and Delirium among Mechanically Ventilated Patients
Abstract: Background: Early MobilitypProtocol integrates evidence-based practice to improve physical function and muscle strength, decrease rates of delirium, and reduce intensive care unit and hospital stays. Aim: To examine the effectiveness of Early Mobility Protocol on physical function, muscle strength, and delirium among mechanically ventilated patients. Setting: Intensive care units at the Menoufia University Hospital, Shebin ElKoum, Menofia, Egypt. Sample: A convenient sample of 60 mechanically ventilated patients. Design: A quasi-experimental …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 1–14 Read article
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Promotion of Coping Measures to XII Standard Students in Management of Stress Related to Examination in KNS Secondary School in Thirumenahalli, Bangalore
Abstract: Today’s world is full of challenges and each one of us has to face stress and strain to cope with competition of the examinations. Coupled with this is the stress of living up to the expectation of the parents. There are so many pressures, inclusive of which is the amount and length of study, time, money, relationship and anxieties related to opportunities higher studies.The details of the Research conducted by …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 20–34 Read article
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Awareness of Primary Care Givers of Mentally Ill Patients Regarding Mental Health Services
Abstract: Mental health is defined as the psychological state of someone functioning at a satisfactory level of emotional and behavioral adjustments. And a condition which distorts this state is called mental illness1. The WHO relates mental health services as that related to the promotion of wellbeing, the prevention of mental disorders and the treatment and rehabilitation of people affected by mental disorders. Objectives: To assess the level of awareness regarding mental …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 15–19 Read article
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Effectiveness of Planned Recreational Programme on Psychological Well-Being Among Elderly People
Abstract: The present study was undertaken to evaluate the effectiveness of planned recreational programme on psychological well-being among elderly people, residing in selected old age home at Kasaragod. The researcher assessed the psychological well-being using rating scale for assessing psychological well-being of elderly people. After conducting a pretest, planned recreational programme including simple stretching exercise, listening to music, reading newspaper and group interacting session were conducted two hours daily for two …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 37–41 Read article
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Psychosocial problems in refugee children victims of community violence in Gaza strip
Abstract: Aim: The aim of the study was to investigate the prevalence of mental health problems of children as a reaction to community violence and trauma (depression, anxiety, and PTSD). Method: For this study 61 children from 2 community centers in one refugee camp in the Gaza Strip. Children administered self-report scales: sociodemographic scale, Gaza Traumatic Events Checklist due to factional fighting, Impact of Events Scale, Children Revised Manifest Anxiety Scale, …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 10–18 Read article
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Effect of Ward Atmosphere on Everyday Life of Hospitalized Psychiatric Patients: Patients’ Perspectives
Abstract: Ward atmosphere has long been viewed as a potentially important factor underlying the efficacy of psychiatric inpatient facilities to promote recovery through a process of encouraging individual empowerment and respect for the mentally ill patient as a consumer and partner. Aim: this study aimed to explain the effect of ward atmosphere on everyday life of hospitalized psychiatric patients as perceived by patients. Methods: sequential explanatory design was utilized in this …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 65–76 Read article
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Assess the Level of Knowledge and Attitude Towards Suicide Among B.Sc. Nursing Students of Selected Nursing Colleges of South Western Rajasthan with a View to Develop Self Instructional Manual (SIM) on Suicide Prevention
Abstract: Background: Suicide has become a primary cause of mortality and illness in adolescents and new adults worldwide and has been documented as one of the significant mental health problems moving school students. Nursing students may be at advanced danger for suicide than other college students. Tension and unhappiness can consequence in low academic presentation, low excellence of life and unhappy opinions. Objectives: (1) To assess the level of Knowledge and …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 80–85 Read article
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An Insight on the Depression and Adjustment Problems of Transgenders in a Selected Area, Cochin
Abstract: The purpose of the study was to assess the depression and adjustment problems among transgenders in a selected area, Cochin. The instruments used in this study were structured questionnaire to obtain socio-demographic profile, Beck depression inventory to measure depression, and Bell adjustment inventory for adults to measure adjustment problems. For assessing the depression and adjustment problems, 100 transgenders were selected by using purposive sampling method. The present study investigated the …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 13–16 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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Prevalence of Perceived Stress among Adolescents in Selected School at Puducherry
Abstract: Adolescence is a stage of ‘Storms and Stresses’. The period of adolescence is of ultimate important in human’s life. In this period a person gets physical, mental and emotional maturity. Adolescents are faced with challenging issues involving the identity, puberty, formation and transition from childhood to adulthood. Unmanaged stress can cause adolescents with potentially significant health impacts and higher risk for behavioral problems, suicide and risky sexual behavior, smoking, substance …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 122–125 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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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