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Full-Text Articles in Medicine and Health Sciences
Bilateral Hydronephrosis: A Case Report, Edlin Glane Mathias Ms, Vijay Kumar Dr, Sundeep P. T Dr
Bilateral Hydronephrosis: A Case Report, Edlin Glane Mathias Ms, Vijay Kumar Dr, Sundeep P. T Dr
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
Hydronephrosis involves the dilatation of the renal pelvis, calyces and ureter. It develops secondary to urinary tract obstruction and leads to a build-up of backpressure in the urinary tract. It can affect unilateral or bilateral kidneys and is caused either by blocking urine flow to the bladder or the urine is leaking backward through the reflux. We report a case of a 9-year-old child inpatient in a paediatric surgical unit. A cystoscopy revealed that the bladder is distended and the bladder wall is thickened. The child was on oral medication and the child had a good prognosis and was discharged …
Vibration And Audio-Visual Stimulation: How Effective In Reducing Invasive Nursing Procedural Pain?, Saju Thotta Parambil Ms, Ratna Prakash, Christopher Sudhaker Dr
Vibration And Audio-Visual Stimulation: How Effective In Reducing Invasive Nursing Procedural Pain?, Saju Thotta Parambil Ms, Ratna Prakash, Christopher Sudhaker Dr
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
Introduction: The pain related to high-volume minor invasive nursing procedures usually dealt with non-pharmacological measures because they are safe, inexpensive and can be performed independently by a nurse. Mechanizing these measures may reduce the complexity and help to deliver consistent and standardized therapy most of the time. Objectives: This research inquires the analgesic use of machine delivered vibration and audio-visual stimulation, to reduce pain sensation during minor invasive nursing procedures. The study also tries to find out the association between the study subject’s selected personal variables and the degree of effectiveness of these stimulations. Methods: Researcher developed and validated a …
Editorial, Mamatha S. Pai Dr
Editorial, Mamatha S. Pai Dr
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
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Effect Of Graded Repetitive Arm Supplementary Programme (Grasp) On Upper Limb Function Among Stroke Patients, Priyanka Noble Ms, Sindhu L Ms
Effect Of Graded Repetitive Arm Supplementary Programme (Grasp) On Upper Limb Function Among Stroke Patients, Priyanka Noble Ms, Sindhu L Ms
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
Introduction: Stroke is the rapid loss of brain function due to disturbance in the blood supply to the brain. More than 70 % of individuals who have a stroke experience upper limb deficits that impact daily activities. The objective of this study was to evaluate the effect of GRASP on upper limb function among patients with stroke. Methods: It was a quasi-intervention pretest-posttest control group design. The sample consisted of 61 patients with stroke, 31 in the intervention and 30 in the control group attending the outpatient Department of Neurology, Medical College Hospital, Thiruvananthapuram. The upper limb function of patients …
Effectiveness Of Self-Instructional Module (Sim) On Knowledge Regarding Care Of Patients With Endotracheal Intubation Among Staff Nurses, Preethi Chintada Ms, Padmavathi S Ms, Niranjan Lazarus Mr, Sunita Solomon-Calvin Ms
Effectiveness Of Self-Instructional Module (Sim) On Knowledge Regarding Care Of Patients With Endotracheal Intubation Among Staff Nurses, Preethi Chintada Ms, Padmavathi S Ms, Niranjan Lazarus Mr, Sunita Solomon-Calvin Ms
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
Introduction: Endotracheal intubation is a life-saving procedure. It is the most common procedure performed during life-threatening emergency conditions, most commonly in ICU patients. Nurses are the ones who handle these patients and also assist during this life-saving procedure. The researcher thus found it relevant to evaluate the efficiency of Self-Instructional Module on nurses regarding the care of patients with endotracheal intubation. Objectives: To evaluate the effectiveness of Self-Instructional Module on knowledge of nurses regarding the care of patients with endotracheal intubation by comparing mean pre-test and mean post-test knowledge scores; to determine the association between the level of pre-test knowledge …
A Study On Knowledge And Self-Reported Practices Towards Road Safety Regulations Among University Students In Selected College In Mangaluru, Reema Shalet D'Costa Ms, Relina Joeline Fernandes Ms, Remain Phawa, Rishai Bareh
A Study On Knowledge And Self-Reported Practices Towards Road Safety Regulations Among University Students In Selected College In Mangaluru, Reema Shalet D'Costa Ms, Relina Joeline Fernandes Ms, Remain Phawa, Rishai Bareh
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
Injuries represent 12% of the global burden of disease, causing mortality among 1- 40yrs as the third most important cause. 25% of all deaths from injury are due to road traffic injuries according to WHO. Objectives:1. To assess knowledge regarding road safety regulations among university students.2. To assess the self-reported practices regarding road safety regulations among university students. Methodology: A descriptive survey design was adapted. The study was conducted among 150 university students of Father Muller College of Nursing by simple random sampling. Structured knowledge questionnaire and self-reported rating scale were used to collect the data. The reliability of the …
Effectiveness Of Peer Teaching On Physical Assessment Among Student Nurses In Selected Nursing College, Mangalore, Sushmitha, Aiswarya V. S, Aswathi Krishnan, Tessy John N
Effectiveness Of Peer Teaching On Physical Assessment Among Student Nurses In Selected Nursing College, Mangalore, Sushmitha, Aiswarya V. S, Aswathi Krishnan, Tessy John N
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
Introduction: Nurses are different from other health care providers in their approach to patient care, training, and scope of practice. Peer teaching is an effective teaching method for nursing students as a method of conventional classroom lectures. The present study aimed to assess the effectiveness of peer teaching on physical assessment among student nurses in a selected nursing college located in Mangalore. Methodology: An evaluative approach with the experimental post-test only design was used. 44 first-year student nurses were selected by simple random sampling and were divided into an experimental group (22) and a control group (22) by the lottery …
Quality Of Life Of Lung Cancer Patients, Prasobh U. K, Soumya S Ms
Quality Of Life Of Lung Cancer Patients, Prasobh U. K, Soumya S Ms
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
Lung cancer is one of the commonest cancers where the individual’s quality of life is affected. Objectives: To assess the Quality of Life of Lung Cancer patients using quality of life rating scale. Methods: The descriptive survey method was used. The study was done among 30 patients of selected hospitals at Calicut, Kerala using EORTC QLQ C-30 quality of life questionnaire version 3 with lung cancer module EORTC- LC-13. Results: Findings show that the mean QoL of patients with lung cancer was 52.27, the mean cognitive function 76.70, the mean emotional function 53.70, the mean role functioning score was 40.0, …
Problems And Factors Influencing Pcos Among Women-A Case-Control Study, R Sudha, P Umalakshmi
Problems And Factors Influencing Pcos Among Women-A Case-Control Study, R Sudha, P Umalakshmi
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is one of the common problems found in women. The study aimed to assess the common problems experienced and factors influencing PCOS among women. The case-control study design was used, and a purposive sampling technique was used to select 30 cases of women with PCOS and 90 controls who did not have PCOS. A structured questionnaire was used to collect the data in the age group of 15 to 22 years with PCOS, and the data was analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. The findings revealed that the majority of cases 14 (46.7%) and controls 42 …
Insights On The Development Of Qualitative Research In Nursing In India, Mamatha Shivananda Pai Dr, Shalini G. Nayak Ms
Insights On The Development Of Qualitative Research In Nursing In India, Mamatha Shivananda Pai Dr, Shalini G. Nayak Ms
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
Qualitative research is gaining recognition in health care. Health professionals are involved in qualitative research methods to generate evidence. Nursing is part of healthcare and little is known about the involvement of nurses in generating evidence through qualitative research in India. This paper explores the insights on the development of qualitative research in India among nurses thus encouraging the qualitative research among nursing.
Effectiveness Of Glycerine Magnesium Sulphate Versus Topical Heparin Application In Patients With Peripheral Intravenous Cannula Induced Phlebitis, Neethu M Ms, Sajith B. Pillai
Effectiveness Of Glycerine Magnesium Sulphate Versus Topical Heparin Application In Patients With Peripheral Intravenous Cannula Induced Phlebitis, Neethu M Ms, Sajith B. Pillai
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
Introduction: Peripheral intravenous cannula induced phlebitis is a common and significant problem in clinical practice. Objectives To compare the effectiveness of glycerine magnesium sulphate and topical heparin application and to find the association between the pre-test Visual Infusion Phlebitis (VIP) scores and selected demographic variables. Method: Quasi experimental with two group pre-test post-test design was used. This study was conducted in Bishop Benziger Hospital, Kerala for one month. Using purposive sampling technique 60 patients were selected and assigned randomly into glycerine magnesium sulphate group and heparin group. In glycerine magnesium sulphate group, glycerine magnesium sulphate paste and in heparin group …
A Rare Case: Hailey-Hailey Disease, Ansuya, Shashidhara Y. N Dr
A Rare Case: Hailey-Hailey Disease, Ansuya, Shashidhara Y. N Dr
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
The Hailey-Hailey disease is a rare autosomal dominant disorder triggered by a genetic mutation that is characterized by the growth of repeated blisters and erosions in the intertriginous areas. Commonly the treatment is focused on the symptoms and severity of the condition. Currently, there is no specific treatment available for this disorder.
Effect Of Breast Massage On Breast Milk Volume And Experience On The Expression Of Breast Milk Among Mothers Of Preterm Neonates, Sharmila Jose Ms, Sonia R B D'Souza Dr, Sreedevi C Ms
Effect Of Breast Massage On Breast Milk Volume And Experience On The Expression Of Breast Milk Among Mothers Of Preterm Neonates, Sharmila Jose Ms, Sonia R B D'Souza Dr, Sreedevi C Ms
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
Prematurity is a serious and unmet challenge in perinatal health care. The incidence of premature births in India in 2010 was about 13%. As survival rates of preterm infants improve, prime attention is given on the management of nutrition and the mothers are motivated to supply expressed breastmilk to improve the quality of survival. Methods: The study included mothers of preterm neonates who belonged to the 27 to 34 weeks of gestational age. Recruitment to the study was based on breast engorgement screening using a breast engorgement screening scale on the second and the third postnatal day. The study had …
A Study To Compare The Five Different Body Positions On Peak Expiratory Flow Rate And Respiratory Rate In Patients With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (Copd) At National Heart Institute, New Delhi, India, Sabita Negi Ms, Deepa Chugh Ms, Velmurugan
A Study To Compare The Five Different Body Positions On Peak Expiratory Flow Rate And Respiratory Rate In Patients With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (Copd) At National Heart Institute, New Delhi, India, Sabita Negi Ms, Deepa Chugh Ms, Velmurugan
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
Introduction: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a non-transferable lung illness that continuously causes toiled breathing, weakness and inconvenience. If this situation continues, the patient may exhibit proof of respiratory disappointment with adjusted mental status and a noteworthy change in the values of arterial blood gas from normal values. Objective: The objective of the study was to find the effect and compare five different body positions (sitting with back support, supine, sitting without back support, semi-fowler and standing) on peak expiratory flow rate (PEFR) and respiratory rate (RR) in COPD patients. Method: One group repeated measures design was chosen for …
Spousal Factors Associated With Antenatal Psychosocial Stress: A Case Control Study, Asha K. V Ms
Spousal Factors Associated With Antenatal Psychosocial Stress: A Case Control Study, Asha K. V Ms
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
Stress during pregnancy affects both mother and foetus resulting in unfavourable pregnancy outcomes. Studies regarding the factors linked with increased stress during pregnancy aids to improve the mental status of the mother during gestation and can lead to a reduction in negative pregnancy outcomes. The objective of the study was to identify spousal factors associated with antenatal psychosocial stress among pregnant women seeking prenatal care from a teaching hospital at the Thiruvananthapuram district of Kerala. Methods: Case control design was used for the study. The tools used for data collection were the Antenatal Psychosocial Stress scale (APSS) and a semi-structured …
Physiological Needs Of Immobilized Patients As Perceived By Family Members, Rahul Bisht Mr, Rajesh Kumar Sharma Mr, Sanchita Pagazhendi Dr, Kamli Prakash Ms
Physiological Needs Of Immobilized Patients As Perceived By Family Members, Rahul Bisht Mr, Rajesh Kumar Sharma Mr, Sanchita Pagazhendi Dr, Kamli Prakash Ms
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
Introduction: The term family caregiver which is associated with informal caregiver refers to an unpaid dear, friend or neighbour, who provides care to a person having an associated acute or chronic condition and desires to manage a variety of tasks, from simple ones such as bathing, dressing, and taking medications to nasogastric tube feeding and ventilator care. Objective: The objectives were to assess the perception of family members regarding psychological needs of immobilized patients. Methods and material: A descriptive survey was undertaken to assess the perception of family members regarding physiological needs of immobilized patients admitted to a selected hospital …
Reproductive Risk Factors Of Thyroid Cancer Among Females: A Hospital Based Case Control Study, Aseela S Ms, Athirarani M. R Ms, Sasikala
Reproductive Risk Factors Of Thyroid Cancer Among Females: A Hospital Based Case Control Study, Aseela S Ms, Athirarani M. R Ms, Sasikala
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
Introduction: The most frequent endocrine malignancy seen in adults is thyroid cancer. The incidence of thyroid cancers are increasing all over the world. It is one of the cancers in women diagnosed at a younger age. The objective of the study was to identify reproductive risk factors of thyroid cancer among females. Material and methods: The research design used was a hospital-based-case-control study. The samples were 86 cases and 172 controls recruited from the surgical outpatient department of Medical college hospital, Thiruvananthapuram. Cases were patients who had undergone thyroidectomy and histopathological examination confirmed of thyroid cancer and controls were patients …
The Impact Of Social Networking On Adolescents, Krupa Susan Koshy Ms, Sunita Solomon-Calvin Ms, Smitha Bobby Ms, Sophia Vinitha Ms
The Impact Of Social Networking On Adolescents, Krupa Susan Koshy Ms, Sunita Solomon-Calvin Ms, Smitha Bobby Ms, Sophia Vinitha Ms
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
Background: Social Networking Sites (SNSs) such as Facebook and WhatsApp, etc. has a great influence on young minds across the globe. Nowadays, SNSs are one of the most growing media of communication among rural and urban adolescents. The study was conducted to assess the knowledge of adolescents on the impact of social networking in selected rural and urban schools, Bangalore. Objective: The objective was to compare and assess the level of knowledge of adolescents in selected urban and rural schools about the impact of social networking. Method: A descriptive study was conducted and structured knowledge questionnaire on the impact of …
Effectiveness Of Self Instructional Module (Sim) On Knowledge Regarding Management Of Selected Poisoning In Children Among Paediatric Staff Nurses, Irene Freeda Ms, Smitha Bobby Ms, Sunita Solomon-Calvin Ms, Sophia Vinitha Ms
Effectiveness Of Self Instructional Module (Sim) On Knowledge Regarding Management Of Selected Poisoning In Children Among Paediatric Staff Nurses, Irene Freeda Ms, Smitha Bobby Ms, Sunita Solomon-Calvin Ms, Sophia Vinitha Ms
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
Background: Acute paediatric poisoning is a common medical emergency. Poisoning is one of the major causes of death among infants and toddlers in developing countries like India. Poisoning in children requires emergency intervention but, in every instance, medical evaluation is necessary to initiate appropriate action. Objectives: To assess the effectiveness of self-instructional module (SIM) on knowledge; Method: A quantitative, one group pre-test-post-test design was carried out among the purposive sample of 60 paediatric staff nurses. A structured knowledge questionnaire was used to assess the pre-test and post-test knowledge. A SIM was given on the day of the pre-test. Post-test was …
The Paediatric Nurse Practitioner: The Evolution Of A Role, Velerie Kiers, Caitlyn Shea, Elissa Ladd Dr
The Paediatric Nurse Practitioner: The Evolution Of A Role, Velerie Kiers, Caitlyn Shea, Elissa Ladd Dr
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
The paediatric nurse practitioner (PNP) is an advanced practice nursing role aimed at providing high quality care to children of all ages. Paediatric nurse practitioners are credentialed to provide a wide range of services dependent on their role as a paediatric nurse practitioner, i.e. primary care, acute care or neonatal. There are two possible paths that can be taken to become a paediatric nurse practitioner: the traditional path or apply for direct entry nursing program after completing Bachelor’s degree. This article describes the path to paediatric nurse practitioner practice.
Inhibitor In Hemophilia And Its Management-A Case Report, Anjalin D'Souza Ms, Dinesh M. Nayak Dr, Annamma Kurien Dr
Inhibitor In Hemophilia And Its Management-A Case Report, Anjalin D'Souza Ms, Dinesh M. Nayak Dr, Annamma Kurien Dr
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
Hemophilia is a genetic disease with a deficiency of factor VIII or IX. People with inhibitors require special care and treatment due to complexity of the disease. Treatment is expensive due to high dose infusion and unavailability of factor in developing countries like India. This case report focuses on role of comprehensive care and follow-up of an adolescent with inhibitors.
Health Related Quality Of Life And Coping Strategies Of Children With Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus Attending A Tertiary Care Setting, Vineetha Vijaykumar Ms, Sreeja S. A Ms
Health Related Quality Of Life And Coping Strategies Of Children With Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus Attending A Tertiary Care Setting, Vineetha Vijaykumar Ms, Sreeja S. A Ms
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
Introduction: Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a syndrome that results in abnormally high blood sugar levels and is due to the combined effect of hereditary and environment. There is a global increase of type 1diabetes at a proportion of 3% annually in children and adolescents and frightening 5% increase annually among pre-school children. The highest incidences were found in the 10 to 14 years (Swift, 2007). Objectives: The objectives were to determine the health related quality of life (HRQOL) and coping strategies of children with type 1 DM, to find the association between HRQOL with selected demographic variables and to identify …
Management In Paediatric Burns: A Case Report, Sangeetha Priyadarshini Ms, Pramod Kumar Dr, Elsa Sanatombi Devi Dr, Anice George Dr
Management In Paediatric Burns: A Case Report, Sangeetha Priyadarshini Ms, Pramod Kumar Dr, Elsa Sanatombi Devi Dr, Anice George Dr
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
Burns are common childhood injuries among children, mainly caused by scald, fire or abuse. The authors presented the case of a one-year child who presented with second degree thermal burns due to fall of hot liquid on the child. Most of the burn injuries, which occur in the early ages of life, are mostly due to the negligence or lack of supervision of the child during the growing period. So, proper management of burn injury and adequate education of parents should be considered as an important aspect in prevention of burns in children. Further, the classification of burns injury helps …
A New Approach For Scoring In Objective Structured Clinical Examination, Jomon C. U Mr, Roseminu Varghese Ms
A New Approach For Scoring In Objective Structured Clinical Examination, Jomon C. U Mr, Roseminu Varghese Ms
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
The Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) is a useful multi-use assessment tool which may be used to evaluate health care providers of various disciplines in a clinical setting. It appraises proficiency, through direct observation based on objective or unbiased testing. It is accurate, objective and consistent letting uniform testing of clinical skills among an extensive range of students. OSCE software, developed at Manipal College of Nursing (MCON), a constituent unit of Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) is a windows-based platform which is integrated with student’s information system and is designed to access only through the intranet of MAHE. It …
Social Determinants Of Adolescent Girls’ Dietary Pattern In Suburban Areas In Chennai: A Qualitative Approach, Ponnambily Jobin Ms
Social Determinants Of Adolescent Girls’ Dietary Pattern In Suburban Areas In Chennai: A Qualitative Approach, Ponnambily Jobin Ms
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
Background: The idea of adolescent well-being is getting importance all around the world and thus there is a lack of national investigations to survey the factors on the dietary pattern of young girls in suburban regions. Aim: The objective of the study is to explore the social determinants of adolescent girls’ dietary pattern in suburban areas of Chennai. Design: The phenomenological design was used to explore the social determinants of adolescent girl’s nutritional intake. The study population consisted of adolescent girls, who were in the age group of 15-18 years in suburban areas of Chennai. The tool had two sections: …
Self-Reported Practice Of Ergonomics And Musculoskeletal Problems Among Computer Users Of Selected Offices At Mangaluru, Preethi Fernandes Ms, Shwetha Rashmi Ms, Bimalu Benny Ms, Chinchu S. Peter Ms
Self-Reported Practice Of Ergonomics And Musculoskeletal Problems Among Computer Users Of Selected Offices At Mangaluru, Preethi Fernandes Ms, Shwetha Rashmi Ms, Bimalu Benny Ms, Chinchu S. Peter Ms
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
Introduction: The extent of computer use in the offices has greatly increased over the recent decades, resulting in the risk of several health problems among computer users. Symptoms like pain, numbness, tingling, etc. occur in various body parts due to the improper practice of computer ergonomics. Methodology: The descriptive survey approach had been used in view of accomplishing the main objective of the study. The tool consists of baseline pro forma along with rating scale to assess the self-reported practice of ergonomics and rating scale to assess musculoskeletal problems. The subjects consisted of 100 office workers who used the computer …
Knowledge And Practice Among Housekeeping Staff On Methods Of Bio-Medical Waste (Bmw) Management, Nanda Kumar Paniyadi Mr, Asha P. Shetty Dr, Alice Minj Ms, Edavathra Jennie Varghese Ms
Knowledge And Practice Among Housekeeping Staff On Methods Of Bio-Medical Waste (Bmw) Management, Nanda Kumar Paniyadi Mr, Asha P. Shetty Dr, Alice Minj Ms, Edavathra Jennie Varghese Ms
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
Waste is any substance that is not useful. Bio-medical waste (BMW) is any kind of waste containing infectious material. Inappropriate and inadequate handling of health care waste has serious public health issues and significant influence on environment. Objective: Objective of the study is to find out the relation between knowledge and practice regarding the method of BMW disposal. Methodology: A descriptive study design with non-probability convenient sampling technique was used to collect the data from 65 housekeeping staff of AIIMS, Bhubaneswar after obtaining administrative approval from the authorities. Structured knowledge questionnaire on BMW disposal and observational checklist for the practice …
An Explorative Study On Factors Affecting Nursing Student’S Academic Failure, Seema S. Chavan Ms, Jeni Jose Ms, Jovita D'Souza Ms, Ashly Anna Mathews
An Explorative Study On Factors Affecting Nursing Student’S Academic Failure, Seema S. Chavan Ms, Jeni Jose Ms, Jovita D'Souza Ms, Ashly Anna Mathews
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
Introduction: Academic failure among nursing students has become a phenomenon of interest, as it does not limit itself to only financial consequences, but also compromises the nurse’s availability in the health care sector in the future. Quality of education becomes important as nurses admit and graduate every year in various universities. Objectives: The objectives of the study were to assess factors affecting academic failure among nursing students and to find the association between factors affecting nursing student’s academic failure and selected demographic variables. Methods: A descriptive explorative design was used for the study among 100 nursing students studying in the …
Knowledge Of Nurses Working In Maternity Units Before And After The Implementation Of Structured Teaching Program On Obstetrical Emergencies In Selected Hospitals, Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh, Geetha Dhanasiri Ms, Vasundhara R Ms
Knowledge Of Nurses Working In Maternity Units Before And After The Implementation Of Structured Teaching Program On Obstetrical Emergencies In Selected Hospitals, Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh, Geetha Dhanasiri Ms, Vasundhara R Ms
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
Introduction: The experience of pregnancy is individualistic and an important experience for a woman. The process of child birth is viewed as a rebirth of the woman, because of the very fact that the period of pregnancy, child birth and puerperium, which show a very normal course till that time, may suddenly turn in to life threatening situations called obstetrical emergencies. These conditions endanger the life of both the mother and the baby. Hence, it is the bound duty of all the obstetrical care providers to give due concentration in identifying the emergency conditions and safe guarding the life of …
Study To Assess The Prevalence Of Breakfast Skipping And Its Associated Factors Among Nursing Students In Selected College, Mangaluru, Derina Benny Ms, Anu Varghese Ms, Ashly Susan Baby Ms, Aishwarya Roy Ms
Study To Assess The Prevalence Of Breakfast Skipping And Its Associated Factors Among Nursing Students In Selected College, Mangaluru, Derina Benny Ms, Anu Varghese Ms, Ashly Susan Baby Ms, Aishwarya Roy Ms
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
Introduction: Nowadays breakfast skipping is a tradition in the adolescent group. Breakfast actually means breaking the fast over the night. One of the most important meals which is required for a normal growth is breakfast. If we fail to have breakfast it can lead to the poor concentration, obesity, high blood pressure, irritability, fatigue, etc. Objectives: The objective of the study was to identify the prevalence among nursing students in relation to their breakfast skipping pattern and find out the factors associated with it. Methods: The approach used was a descriptive survey design. The sample comprised of 349 students. The …