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3 articles for “pressure injuries”

• Published Subscription 28 Mar 2024

  Assessing the Effectiveness of Prophylactic Dressings in Reducing Hospital-acquired Pressure Injuries in Intensive Care Units at Selected Hospitals

  By S. Hema Malini, N. Anantha Lakshmi, R. Monisha, Rohini Sharma

  Abstract: Patients face a risk of pressure injuries when mobility is restricted and they experience reduced circulation or delicate skin. Factors such as alterations in cognitive function, bowel and bladder functionality, and inadequate intake of nutrients and fluids can contribute to the formation of pressure injuries. In 2016, there were 836.9 hospitalizations related to pressure injuries per 100,000 adults aged 65 years and older worldwide. The objectives of this study are …

  Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 11–18 Read article →

• Published Subscription 13 Feb 2025

  To Compare The Strength Of Core Musculature Between School Children And Children Playing Cricket Under The Age Of 16 In Jorhat Town By Using A Modified Sphygmomanometer: A Pilot Study

  By Chayanika Borpatra Gohain, Twinkle Pegu, Prasenjit Bhattacharyya, Santosh Kumar Rajak

  Abstract: Background: The Core Musculature is the group of trunk and hip muscles that surrounds the spine, abdominal visera and hip. A strong core is essential for stability, posture, and overall strength. Core strengthening is crucial for reducing back pain, preventing injuries, and improving functional movement. A Modified Sphygmomanometer is used to obtain reliable, objective measurements of core muscle strength and stability by applying resistance. Additionally, a pressure biofeedback unit can …

  Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 8–13 Read article →

• Published Subscription 14 Jul 2026

  A Review on FPGA-Based Automatic Crash Detection and Airbag Deployment System

  By Utkarsh Zinjal, Vaishnav Yembarwar, Priti Zaware, Kunal Chaudhari, Shilpa Dhanorkar

  Abstract: Every year there are many people die or become injured due to car crashes around the world- -these injuries can vary from slight to severe. Airbags prevent car accident related injury and death. In order for the airbag to operate successfully (i.e., airbag to deploy properly, at the right speed, for the right amount of time) there has to be a decrease in the time that it takes to deploy …

  Published in International Journal of Broadband Cellular Communication · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2026 Read article →