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Effectiveness Of Betadine Vs Normal Saline In Catheter Care For Prevention Of Catheter Associated Urinary Tract Infection, Heikrujam Kebina Devi Ms, Manashi Sengupta Ms, Nongmeikapam Monika Jul 2016

Effectiveness Of Betadine Vs Normal Saline In Catheter Care For Prevention Of Catheter Associated Urinary Tract Infection, Heikrujam Kebina Devi Ms, Manashi Sengupta Ms, Nongmeikapam Monika

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Introduction: Healthcare associated infection (HAI) occurs worldwide and affects both developed and developing countries. Urinary tract infection is one of the common HAIs. These infections can result in sepsis, prolonged hospitalization, additional hospital costs and morbidity. Methods: A quasi-experimental study was conducted on 40 patients fulfilling the inclusion criteria or requiring daily catheter care and, are divided into two groups with indwelling catheter. Purposive sampling technique was used for selecting the sample. Data were collected from the subjects using observational checklist and pain scale. From the first day of catheterization, catheter care was given once daily with normal saline solution …


Little Old Lady’S Hernia” – A Report Of A Rare Case, Anil Raj A Mr, Benakatti Rajendra Dr Jul 2016

Little Old Lady’S Hernia” – A Report Of A Rare Case, Anil Raj A Mr, Benakatti Rajendra Dr

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

‘Little old lady’s hernia’ is another name for Obturator hernia, which is the rarest form of Pelvic Hernias’. A 78 year old thin woman was admitted with five days history of pain abdomen and abdominal distension. It was associated with constipation and post meal non-bilious vomiting. With the help of abdominal Computer tomography (CT), it was diagnosed as Obturator hernia. Exploratory laparotomy was done to reduce Hernia. Post-operative period was uneventful; she was thermodynamically stable and was discharged on the fifth post-operative day.


Case Reflections On Care Of A Child With Palliative Care Needs, Umarani J Ms Jul 2016

Case Reflections On Care Of A Child With Palliative Care Needs, Umarani J Ms

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Palliative care is a specialized medical care focused to provide treatment to the patients with life-threatening illness and to the families in order to fulfil the needs of physical, psychosocial and spiritual dimensions. The main aim of palliative care is to relieve the patients with terminal illness from sufferings. In paediatric palliative care, mostly parents are involved as care givers. The children and parents are expected to get health benefits from the palliative team. The palliative care team must identify the needs of patients and families for successful improvement in their quality of life. This article aims at reflecting the …


Message, M S. Valiathan Dr Jul 2016

Message, M S. Valiathan Dr

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Message, Anice George Dr Jul 2016

Message, Anice George Dr

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Editorial, Baby S. Nayak Dr Jul 2016

Editorial, Baby S. Nayak Dr

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Guest Editorial, Mamatha S. Pai Dr Jul 2016

Guest Editorial, Mamatha S. Pai Dr

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Students’ Perceptions Of Effective Clinical Teaching Skills And Teacher Behaviours On Learning, Maria Pramila D'Costa Ms, Gnancy Starlet Swarnadas Ms Jul 2016

Students’ Perceptions Of Effective Clinical Teaching Skills And Teacher Behaviours On Learning, Maria Pramila D'Costa Ms, Gnancy Starlet Swarnadas Ms

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Introduction: Defining what clinical teaching skills and behaviours are effective in influencing student learning is a challenging task. Objective: To identify the nursing students’ perception of effective clinical teaching skills and teacher behaviours, and its influence on learning in the clinical setting. Method: A descriptive correlative design was used for the study. A convenient sample of 110 nursing students of the Ministry of Health (MOH) Nursing Institutes completed a five point Likert Scale. Results: Overall, students perceived that all clinical teaching skills and behaviours are important as their average rating ranged from 3.56 to 4.11and 3.82 to 4.27, respectively. However, …


Effectiveness Of Participatory Learning Programme On Knowledge Of Tuberculosis And Its Prevention Among High School Children, Veena Kumari Ms, Sangeetha Priyadarshini Ms, Twinkle Dan Pothiyil Ms Jul 2016

Effectiveness Of Participatory Learning Programme On Knowledge Of Tuberculosis And Its Prevention Among High School Children, Veena Kumari Ms, Sangeetha Priyadarshini Ms, Twinkle Dan Pothiyil Ms

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Introduction: Tuberculosis is one of the causes of death among young people and adults in the world, accounts for nearly two million deaths per year. The study was undertaken with the objective of finding the effectiveness of participatory learning programme on knowledge of tuberculosis and its prevention among high school children and thus educates the students help to shape their perception about tuberculosis. Methods: The study was done with an evaluative approach and pre experimental one group pretest posttest design. Multistage random sampling was adopted for the selection of schools. Proportionate sampling technique was used to select eighth and ninth …


Effectiveness Of Multifaceted Intervention On Adherence, Knowledge Regarding Side Effects Of Drug, And Prevention Of Complications Among Epilepsy Patients In A Selected Hospital, Manita Upadhyay Ms, B Venkatesan Mr Jul 2016

Effectiveness Of Multifaceted Intervention On Adherence, Knowledge Regarding Side Effects Of Drug, And Prevention Of Complications Among Epilepsy Patients In A Selected Hospital, Manita Upadhyay Ms, B Venkatesan Mr

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Introduction: Adherence to treatment, side effects of epileptic drug, and complications of epilepsy are the major health problems faced by epileptic persons throughout the world. Objective: The study was undertaken with the objective of assessing the effectiveness of multifaceted intervention on adherence to treatment and knowledge regarding side effects to epileptic drug and prevention of complications of epilepsy among the patients with epilepsy. Methods and Materials: Pre experimental one group pretest and posttest design were adopted. Morisky medication taking adherence scale and a structured knowledge questionnaire was used to collect the data. A sample of 60 epileptic patients was selected …


Knowledge, Attitude, And Practice (Kap) Survey On Dietary Practices In Prevention Of Malnutrition Among Mothers Of Under-Five Children, M Edith Ms, Lakshmi Priya Ms Jul 2016

Knowledge, Attitude, And Practice (Kap) Survey On Dietary Practices In Prevention Of Malnutrition Among Mothers Of Under-Five Children, M Edith Ms, Lakshmi Priya Ms

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Introduction: Protein Energy Malnutrition is a leading nutritional problem in India. This causes mortality and morbidity among children and can impair physical and cognitive development of the children. The study aimed at assessing the Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice (KAP) regarding dietary practices in prevention of malnutrition among mothers of under - five children. Materials and Methods: A descriptive survey using interview method was carried out to collect data among 200 mothers of under-five children. Information regarding demographic data, knowledge, attitude, and practice on dietary practices in prevention of malnutrition was collected using a structured interview schedule. Results: Majority 112(56%) of …


Effectiveness Of Pocket Reference On Arterial Blood Gas Analysis Among The Staff Nurses Working In Critical Care Units, Samita Basnett Ms, M Benita Devi Ms, Pallabi Chetia Ms Jul 2016

Effectiveness Of Pocket Reference On Arterial Blood Gas Analysis Among The Staff Nurses Working In Critical Care Units, Samita Basnett Ms, M Benita Devi Ms, Pallabi Chetia Ms

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Introduction: Nurses play an important role in early detection of high-risk clients with acid-base imbalance in critical care units. Methods: Present study was conducted using Pre - Experimental one group Pre-test and Post-test design. Purposive sampling technique was used to select 30 staff nurses from different areas of critical care units. Demographic Proforma, Knowledge Questionnaire, and Observational Checklist were used to collect the data. Results: It was found that majority (70%) was female, majority (60%) belongs to the age group of 26 to 35 years, and most of them (46.66%) were with B Sc nursing qualification. Significant difference was found …


Beliefs And Practices Of Women Related To Maternal Care And Newborn Care In Selected Areas Of Rural Bengaluru, Lalitha H Ms Jul 2016

Beliefs And Practices Of Women Related To Maternal Care And Newborn Care In Selected Areas Of Rural Bengaluru, Lalitha H Ms

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Introduction: Traditional health beliefs and practices during child bearing and rearing stages are still prevalent among communities. Even though these practices do not have scientific value, people still adhere to them for various reasons. Nurses working with child bearing families must be aware of cultural beliefs and practices the families follow. The Millennium Development Goal-4 (MDG-4) is aimed at reducing under five mortality by two third and MDG-5 to reduce maternal mortality by three fourth between 1990 and 2015. Objective: To assess the beliefs and practices of women related to maternal and newborn care. Methods: A survey approach with a …


Staff Nurses’ Knowledge Regarding Holistic Nursing Care, Reeba Baby Thomas Ms, Jyothi Chakrabarty Dr, Janet Prameela D;Souza Ms Jul 2016

Staff Nurses’ Knowledge Regarding Holistic Nursing Care, Reeba Baby Thomas Ms, Jyothi Chakrabarty Dr, Janet Prameela D;Souza Ms

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Background: Holistic nursing care concepts are included in the nursing curriculum but still it appears to be a vague concept which makes it difficult for the staff nurses to put it into practice. Knowledge regarding holistic nursing care is essential in providing high quality care and increased patient satisfaction. Aims and Objectives: To assess the knowledge of staff nurses regarding holistic nursing care. Materials and Methods: Study was conducted in a selected hospital of Udupi District using a comparative survey design. The study involved convenient samples of 150 staff nurses with at least one year of experience as registered nurses. …


Mother’S Knowledge On Immunization Schedule Of Her Child: A Descriptive Survey, Vinish V Mr Jul 2016

Mother’S Knowledge On Immunization Schedule Of Her Child: A Descriptive Survey, Vinish V Mr

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Introduction: Government of India had initiated the Universal Immunization Program (UIP) in 1985 with the objective of eradicating vaccine preventable diseases from India. In order to boost up the vaccination coverage the Government initiated various proactive programs to engage the public. Objective: The present study is aimed at determining the mothers’ knowledge on the importance of immunization programme and finds the association of the knowledge scores with selected demographic variables. Methods and Materials: Descriptive method with survey approach was used in this study. Mothers who brought their children for immunization were the samples. Structured knowledge questionnaire was used for collecting …


Correlation Between Knowledge And Practice On Sleep Hygiene And Sleep Quality Among Nursing Students, R Revathi Ms, A Manjula Ms, E Sujitha Ms Jul 2016

Correlation Between Knowledge And Practice On Sleep Hygiene And Sleep Quality Among Nursing Students, R Revathi Ms, A Manjula Ms, E Sujitha Ms

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Introduction: Sleep is one of the basic needs of every individual. The need for sleep is not realized and is neglected by most of the people due to various reasons and lack of knowledge about it. Sleep is essential for human well-being. During sleep, the rejuvenation of tissues that underwent wear and tear takes place. Sleep also gives rest to the organs. The most essential purpose of sleep is to conserve energy. Objectives: 1.To assess the quality of sleep and knowledge on sleep hygiene among nursing students. 2. To correlate the knowledge with sleep quality and practice. Methods: Participants of …


Concept Of Health Promoting School, Suja Karkada Dr, Mamatha Shivananda Pai Dr Jul 2016

Concept Of Health Promoting School, Suja Karkada Dr, Mamatha Shivananda Pai Dr

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Health promotion in the school is considered one of the important activities for the schoolchildren. The concept of Health Promoting School is developed to promote learning and health and to highlight the importance of health teaching among teachers, community, and leaders. The school curriculum includes basic health related matters from primary school onwards to sensitize children about health. If implemented properly the Health Promoting Schools will enhance children to develop decision making skills


Madura Foot: A Case Report, Daisy Josephine Lobo Ms, Rajendar Benakatti Dr Jul 2016

Madura Foot: A Case Report, Daisy Josephine Lobo Ms, Rajendar Benakatti Dr

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Madura foot is an uncommon chronic granulomatous disease of the skin and subcutaneous tissues characterized by localized infection of the subcutaneous tissues by Actinomycetes or fungi, and it is commonly seen in tropical countries. We report a case of Madura foot, which was successfully treated with a combination of Trimethoprim and Sulfamethoxazole. Key words: Granul


Message, P Laxminarayana Rao Dr Jan 2016

Message, P Laxminarayana Rao Dr

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Message, Anice George Dr Jan 2016

Message, Anice George Dr

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Guest Editorial, Judith A. Noronha Dr Jan 2016

Guest Editorial, Judith A. Noronha Dr

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Effect Of Helfer Rhythmic Skin Tap Technique On Procedural Pain Among Patients Receiving Intramuscular Injection, Saleena Shah Dr, Asha Narayanan Ms Jan 2016

Effect Of Helfer Rhythmic Skin Tap Technique On Procedural Pain Among Patients Receiving Intramuscular Injection, Saleena Shah Dr, Asha Narayanan Ms

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Objective: The present study aims at comparing the effect of Helfer Rhythmic Skin Tapping Technique (HST) and Conventional Technique (CT) on pain perception of patients receiving IM injection. Methods: Quasiexperimental two groups, interventional study using cross over design was conducted at orthopaedic wards of Govt. Medical College Kozhikode, Kerala from May 2 – 21, 2011. A total of 82 patients admitted in orthopaedic wards, in the first post-operative day after orthopaedic surgery, who were receiving Inj. Voveran were included. After informed consent, subjects were purposively selected to Group I and II. The tools used were, (a) Interview schedule to assess …


Problems, Awareness And Practices Of Caregivers Of Epileptic Patients Regarding Home Management Of Epilepsy, Deepika Chauhan Ms, Manisha Kumari Ms, Priya Portion Ms, Vanita Kumari Ms Jan 2016

Problems, Awareness And Practices Of Caregivers Of Epileptic Patients Regarding Home Management Of Epilepsy, Deepika Chauhan Ms, Manisha Kumari Ms, Priya Portion Ms, Vanita Kumari Ms

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Background: Epilepsy is the fourth most common neurological disorder which affects people of all ages. Inappropriate management during seizure episodes among the epileptic patients can lead to complications. That is why, it is important for caregivers of epileptic patients to know about the disease and its management. Objective: To assess the problems, awareness and practices of caregivers of epileptic patients regarding home management of epilepsy. Material and Methods: A descriptive approach was employed. A total of 60 subjects (caregivers) visiting neurology OPD of tertiary care hospital in the month of April 2014 were enrolled. Information profile, details and information regarding …


Pre-Operative Breathing Exercise Using Instructional Demonstrationin Preventing Post-Operative Pulmonary Complications For Patients Undergoing Elective Abdominal Surgery, Anil Raj A Mr, B V. Kathyayani Dr Jan 2016

Pre-Operative Breathing Exercise Using Instructional Demonstrationin Preventing Post-Operative Pulmonary Complications For Patients Undergoing Elective Abdominal Surgery, Anil Raj A Mr, B V. Kathyayani Dr

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Introduction: Pulmonary complications are the largest and serious post-operative complications of thorax and abdomen. Patients’ post-operative experience is directly linked to the pre-operative preparations. Objective of the study was to evaluate the effect of pre-operative teaching of breathing exercise in terms of knowledge and practice of patients undergoing elective abdominal surgery and on the incidence of post-operative pulmonary complications among patients undergoing elective abdominal surgery. Methods: A quantitative evaluative approach with a preexperimental one group pre-test – post-test design was adopted for the study. Fifty subjects were selected by using purposive sampling technique. Pre-test was checked by using structured knowledge …


Effectiveness Of Intermittent Normal Saline Flushing In Maintaining The Patency Of Intravenous Cannula, Thingujam Uma Ms, Mayengbam Benita Devi Ms, Mary Anthony Ms Jan 2016

Effectiveness Of Intermittent Normal Saline Flushing In Maintaining The Patency Of Intravenous Cannula, Thingujam Uma Ms, Mayengbam Benita Devi Ms, Mary Anthony Ms

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Introduction: Blockage of intravenous cannula (IV) is one of the major discomforts faced by the patients. Nurses not only directly administer the medication to the patients but also experience the difficulty while administering the medication through non-patent IV cannula. It is one of the major roles of a nurse to maintain the patency of IV Cannula by just following a flushing technique. Methods: A Quasi-experimental study was conducted among 60 patients on intermittent intravenous medication, 30 each in experimental and control group who met the inclusion criteria. Purposive sampling technique was used for selecting the sample. Data were collected from …


Comparison Of Body Temperature Of Elderly With Adult In South India, Anu Baby Ms, Sulochana B Ms, Latha T Ms Jan 2016

Comparison Of Body Temperature Of Elderly With Adult In South India, Anu Baby Ms, Sulochana B Ms, Latha T Ms

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Background: Ageing is a gradual process, characterized by continued development and maturation. Every year there is an increase in the elderly population. Body temperature is an indicator of health status. However, thermoregulatory function is thought to decline with ageing. Therefore, it is significant to know the normal body temperature in elderly. Objective: Compare the normal body temperature among adults and elderly using Omron MC-510 tympanic thermometer. Methods: A cross sectional descriptive survey design was adopted for the study. Elderly (n=360) and adults (n=360) were screened for the presence of factors affecting core body temperature. Readings were recorded using Omron MC-510 …


Impact Of Multimodal Pre-Operative Preparation Program On Children Undergoing Surgery – A Pilot Project, Priya Reshma Aranha Ms, Larissa Martha Sams Dr, Prakash Saldanha Mr Jan 2016

Impact Of Multimodal Pre-Operative Preparation Program On Children Undergoing Surgery – A Pilot Project, Priya Reshma Aranha Ms, Larissa Martha Sams Dr, Prakash Saldanha Mr

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Introduction: It has been observed that children undergo a considerable amount of fear and anxiety when waiting for an upcoming surgery. Many non-pharmacological strategies are being used to manage the pre-operative fear and anxiety in children. This study evaluates the effectiveness of multimodal pre-operative preparation program on fear and anxiety of children undergoing surgery. Methods: It was a quasi-experimental study conducted in selected paediatric surgical units. Using purposive sampling technique, 12 children aged 8-12 years undergoing surgery were selected as study participants. They were divided into experimental and control groups — with six participants in each group. The experimental group …


Effectiveness Of Structured Teaching Program On Knowledge Of Health Promotional Activities Among Home Makers Of A Selected Rural Community In Mangalore, Karnataka, Anupama D. S Ms, Rosy K. O Ms Jan 2016

Effectiveness Of Structured Teaching Program On Knowledge Of Health Promotional Activities Among Home Makers Of A Selected Rural Community In Mangalore, Karnataka, Anupama D. S Ms, Rosy K. O Ms

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Introduction: Health promotion is the process of helping people to gain control over the determinants of health and thereby improve their health. Objectives: Objectives of the study were to determine the effectiveness of structured teaching program in terms of gain in knowledge of homemakers on health promoting activities and to determine the association between health promotional activities of homemakers and selected variables. Methods: A pre-experimental design was used for the study and 60 participants were drawn through simple random sampling technique. The structured interview schedule was used to collect the data. Results: The findings of the study revealed that maximum …


Impact Of Apgar Score On Asthma Control Among Patients With Bronchial Asthma At Sri Ramachandra Hospital, Porur, Chennai, M Malarvizhi Ms, M Bhavani Ms Jan 2016

Impact Of Apgar Score On Asthma Control Among Patients With Bronchial Asthma At Sri Ramachandra Hospital, Porur, Chennai, M Malarvizhi Ms, M Bhavani Ms

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Introduction: Early identification and commencement of the treatment process prevents the impact of illness, morbidity, and mortality of bronchial asthma. Hence, nurses and the health care professionals should educate the patients and the family members about the disease process in detail. Objective: To identify the impact of APGAR (Activities, Persistence, TriGGers, Adherence to asthma medications, Response to therapy) score on asthma control among patients with bronchial asthma and find the association of APGAR with selected demographic variables. Methods: The study was conducted in Chest OPD adopting a quantitative study design at Sri Ramachandra Hospital, Chennai, and Tamil Nadu. Sixty patients …


A Review Of The Effect Of Occupational Experience Of Patient Death And Death Situations On Nurses, Rhoda Suubi Muliira, Joshua Kanaabi Muliira Jan 2016

A Review Of The Effect Of Occupational Experience Of Patient Death And Death Situations On Nurses, Rhoda Suubi Muliira, Joshua Kanaabi Muliira

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Background: Impacts of regular occupational exposure and experience of patient death on nurses’ professional quality of life and well-being. Despite the impacts, it has not yet been adequately addressed by professional training, research and by employers of nurses. Purpose: To analyze the impacts of occupational exposure, experience of patient death and death situations on nurses’ professional quality of life and recommend strategies to curtail them. Methods: Studies were retrieved from three databases CINAHL, SCOPUS, MEDLINE and reference lists of relevant journal publications. Results: The findings show that the impact of experience of patient death on nurses positively or negatively depending …