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Full-Text Articles in Medicine and Health Sciences
Reproductive Health Problems And Health Seeking Behaviour Among Adolescent Girls Of Udupi District, Karnataka, Swetha Pavithran Ms, Yashoda S Ms, Sangeetha Priyadarshini Ms, Baby S. Nayak Dr
Reproductive Health Problems And Health Seeking Behaviour Among Adolescent Girls Of Udupi District, Karnataka, Swetha Pavithran Ms, Yashoda S Ms, Sangeetha Priyadarshini Ms, Baby S. Nayak Dr
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
Introduction: Adolescence is the period of transition from childhood to adulthood. This transition phase makes them vulnerable to a large variety of morbidities among adolescent girls. Reproductive tract infections (RTIs) are one of the most prevalent health morbidities among women throughout the world especially in developing countries. Objective: To identify the reproductive health problems and health seeking behaviour among adolescent girls in Udupi district, Karnataka. Methods: Cross sectional study was conducted to determine the reproductive health problems and health seeking behaviour of 400 adolescent girls between 14-18 years age group. A valid pre-tested, reliable reproductive health problems assessment scale and …
Anxiety And Coping Mechanisms Among Hiv Positive Patients, Sreelekshmi R Ms
Anxiety And Coping Mechanisms Among Hiv Positive Patients, Sreelekshmi R Ms
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
Introduction: HIV or human immunodeficiency virus infection breaks down body’s immune system. In India HIV infection is associated with stigma and open discrimination.This chronic illness can have much deleterious effect on the patients’ physiological and psychological status. Thus, identification of anxiety and different coping strategies adopted by these patients are of prime importance. Methods: A descriptive survey was carried out to collect data from150 HIV positive patients who were on antiretroviral therapy through simple random sample technique (lottery method); the state anxiety inventory and Dr Kiran Rao’s coping checklist were used for collecting data. Result: Findings of the study showed …
Need Based Instructional Program On Care Competency Of Informal Care Givers For Chronic Renal Failure Patients At Home, Mukesh Kumar Mr, Rajesh Kumar Sharma Mr, Mahalingam
Need Based Instructional Program On Care Competency Of Informal Care Givers For Chronic Renal Failure Patients At Home, Mukesh Kumar Mr, Rajesh Kumar Sharma Mr, Mahalingam
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
Introduction: Majority of patients with Chronic Renal Failure (CRF), Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) and End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) depends on their family and friends, to manage their chronic illness throughout the course of illness. Appropriate home care of CKD can help to prevent or delay the progression of illness. Methods: A pre-experimental study with quantitative approach was undertaken on 45 care givers of CKD patients with the objective to study the improvement in competency regarding home care through administration of an instructional programme and information booklet. The program and the booklet consisted information on nutritional management, rest and exercises, …
Parents’ Attitude Regarding Freedom Of Adolescents, Kiranpreet Kaur Ms, Balwinder Kaur Ms, Rupinder Kaur Ms
Parents’ Attitude Regarding Freedom Of Adolescents, Kiranpreet Kaur Ms, Balwinder Kaur Ms, Rupinder Kaur Ms
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
Introduction: Adolescence is the stage in which the rapid changes take place. The individual’s holistic development (physical, mental, social, moral and spiritual) takes place and they undergo revolutionary changes also, such changes during adolescence are more rapid than during infancy and childhood. As these changes take place, human personality develops into different and supplementary dimensions. As many of the parents unlike to lack their control over them therefore, they fail to assess these changes and generally show indifference, which will create lot of difficulties for their adolescence. Objective: The main objective of the study is to assess the attitude regarding …
Satisfaction On Healthcare Services Among People Living With Non-Communicable Diseases, Anju Rose Ms, Shashidhara Y. N Mr, Manjula Upendra Ms
Satisfaction On Healthcare Services Among People Living With Non-Communicable Diseases, Anju Rose Ms, Shashidhara Y. N Mr, Manjula Upendra Ms
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
Introduction: Community satisfaction towards an institution depends on its quality of care which decides the continuity in using their services. Objectives: To assess the satisfaction of people living with non-communicable diseases on healthcare services as measured by a rating scale and find the association between satisfaction on healthcare services and selected variables. Methods: A descriptive survey was conducted among 200 subjects from selected villages of Udupi District selected through non probability purposive sampling technique. These patients were suffering from asthma, hypertension, diabetes mellitus or both hypertension and diabetes mellitus. Satisfaction was measured by a three point rating scale through structured …
Complementary Therapies For Patients Undergoing Cardiac Surgery: An Evidence Based Literature Review, Ramesh C Mr, Baby S. Nayak Dr, Vasudev Baburaya Pai Dr, Nitin T. Patil Dr
Complementary Therapies For Patients Undergoing Cardiac Surgery: An Evidence Based Literature Review, Ramesh C Mr, Baby S. Nayak Dr, Vasudev Baburaya Pai Dr, Nitin T. Patil Dr
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
Background: Cardiovascular diseases (CVD) are increasing rapidly and have become a major health problem worldwide. India, a developing country, is facing the same issue now and has the epidemic of coronary artery disease (CAD). Stress and poor lifestyle habits are identified as well-known risk factors contributing to the development of CVD in many patients. Patients with cardiovascular disease who do not respond to routine medical treatment will have to go through cardiovascular surgeries. Purpose: To identify various complementary therapies and update their clinical effectiveness among patients following cardiac surgery. Methods: We searched PubMed, Medline, CINAHL, Science Direct, Google Scholar, Scopus, …
Pulmonary Hydatid Cyst: A Case Report, Prima J J D'Souza Ms, Ganesh Kamath Dr, Leena Sequeira Ms
Pulmonary Hydatid Cyst: A Case Report, Prima J J D'Souza Ms, Ganesh Kamath Dr, Leena Sequeira Ms
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
Hydatid disease is caused by Echinococcus granulosus parasite. It affects most commonly the liver, followed by the lungs. Symptoms are not specific and can be produced by the mass effect or cyst complications. Early identification and treatment of the condition prevents mortality. We report a case of pulmonary hydatid cyst, where the patient presented with symptoms of fever, cough with expectoration, weight loss and dyspnoea. Final diagnosis was done based on chest radiography and Tomography scan findings and was successfully treated with right middle lobectomy and anti-helminthic drugs
Thyroid Ectopia Mimicking A Thyroglossal Duct Cyst (Tdc): A Case Report, Vijay Kumar Dr, Santhosh Prabhu Dr, Sundeep P. T Dr, Sonia R B D'Souza Dr
Thyroid Ectopia Mimicking A Thyroglossal Duct Cyst (Tdc): A Case Report, Vijay Kumar Dr, Santhosh Prabhu Dr, Sundeep P. T Dr, Sonia R B D'Souza Dr
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
Thyroid Ectopia is a developmental defect which occurs during the stage of early embryogenesis of the Thyroid gland. A frequent presentation is around the course of the thyroglossal duct in the neck, a normal path of thyroid gland descent. If Thyroid Ectopia is mistaken for a Thyroglossal Duct Cyst and is removed unintentionally, it would cause hypothyroidism. We report a case of Thyroid Ectopia mimicking a Thyroglossal Duct Cyst in a five year old child who had subclinical hypothyroidism and having regular, long-term follow up and treated with Thyroid supplement
Significance Of Herb-Drug Interactions In Clinical Practice: A Narrative Review, K J. Malagi Dr, Kamath Madhusudhana Dr
Significance Of Herb-Drug Interactions In Clinical Practice: A Narrative Review, K J. Malagi Dr, Kamath Madhusudhana Dr
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
Background: There has been a drastic increase in herb-drug interactions day-by-day as a result of an increase in the population using herb and its supplements along with the contemporary medicines. Objectives: To discuss the safety of usage of herbal medicines along with contemporary medicines in the management of lifestyle disorders. Method: This is a systemic review with narrative analysis. A study was carried out to understand the mode of herb-drug interaction in lifestyle disorders. Literature search was conducted with various titles and reports on medical indexed journals, focusing on herb-drug interaction on selected lifestyle disorders. Conclusion: The issue like herb-drug …
Multiple Fungal Brain Abscesses In A Neonate: Successful Treatment With Liposomal Amphotericin B, Leslie Lewis Dr, Jayashree P Dr, Y Ramesh Bhat Dr
Multiple Fungal Brain Abscesses In A Neonate: Successful Treatment With Liposomal Amphotericin B, Leslie Lewis Dr, Jayashree P Dr, Y Ramesh Bhat Dr
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
Invasive fungal infections are common among infants hospitalized in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). Central Nervous System (CNS) involvement occurs in two third of the disseminated fungal sepsis. Fungal cerebral abscess is one of the severe complications of disseminated fungal sepsis. We report a case of multiple fungal brain abscesses in a term neonate, which was successfully treated with Liposomal Amphotericin B.
Effectiveness Of A Structured Counselling Program On The Knowledge Of Self-Care Behaviour And Coping Strategies Among Hiv Infected Post-Natal Mothers, Raddi S. A Dr, Prakash R, Dandagi S. R
Effectiveness Of A Structured Counselling Program On The Knowledge Of Self-Care Behaviour And Coping Strategies Among Hiv Infected Post-Natal Mothers, Raddi S. A Dr, Prakash R, Dandagi S. R
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
Introduction: Motherhood represents a time of great change that challenges women in many ways. Objectives: The objectives of the study were to evaluate the effectiveness of a structured counselling program in terms of gain in knowledge on Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) and self-care behaviour and increase in use and effectiveness of coping strategies and to find the association between pretest levels of knowledge and coping strategies with selected socio demographic variables. Methods: An evaluative study was carried out to assess the effectiveness of a structured counselling program on knowledge of self care behaviour and coping strategies among HIV infected post-natal …
Stress Factors Among Caregivers Of Children With Thalassemia, Valliammal _. Shanmugam Ms, Ramachandra
Stress Factors Among Caregivers Of Children With Thalassemia, Valliammal _. Shanmugam Ms, Ramachandra
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
Introduction: Thalassemia is one of the most common genetic diseases known to mankind. Children with Thalassemia require medical, surgical and nursing care. Family members and caregivers of the affected children play a vital role during treatment. Moreover, they also undergo abundant stress and emotional changes concerning their children’s lives. Objective: To identify factors associated with stress and to correlate the factors with selected demographic variables in caregivers of children with Thalassemia. Materials and Methods: A descriptive survey was conducted among sixty caregivers of children with Thalassemia, admitted in the Thalassemia ward of a selected hospital in Bangalore. Demographic data of …
Guest Editorial, H S. Ballal Dr
Guest Editorial, H S. Ballal Dr
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
No abstract provided.
Guest Editorial, K Ramnarayan Dr
Guest Editorial, K Ramnarayan Dr
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
No abstract provided.
Use Of An Electronic Educational Module To Educate Advanced Practice Nurses On Preventive Care Protocol For Immunocompromised Patients, Simi Jesto Joseph Dr, Audrey Klopp Dr
Use Of An Electronic Educational Module To Educate Advanced Practice Nurses On Preventive Care Protocol For Immunocompromised Patients, Simi Jesto Joseph Dr, Audrey Klopp Dr
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
Immunocompromised patients are at increased risk of infections and certain cancers due to the immunosuppressed body as well as the immunosuppressive agents. Despite American national organizations’ specific guidelines for immunocompromised patients, reported vaccination rates and provider compliance on preventive services is low. The aim of this study was to assess knowledge, attitude and clinical practice among Advanced Practice Nurses (APN) in preventive care for immunocompromised patients and educating APNs to improve their knowledge and practice skills using an evidence-based preventive care protocol. Methods: APN members of Illinois Society of Advanced Practice Nurses (ISAPN) organization were surveyed by a needs assessment …
Clinico Epidemiological Profile Of Hiv-Tb Co-Infected Patients In Coastal South India, Bhaskaran Unnikrishnan Dr, Ramesh Holla Dr, Darshan B. B Dr, Arjun B. Y Dr
Clinico Epidemiological Profile Of Hiv-Tb Co-Infected Patients In Coastal South India, Bhaskaran Unnikrishnan Dr, Ramesh Holla Dr, Darshan B. B Dr, Arjun B. Y Dr
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
Introduction: Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) and Tuberculosis (TB) co-infection is considered to be one of the important public health problems globally. Tuberculosis is a leading cause of mortality among people living with HIV/AIDS. Objectives: To find out the trends of HIV and TB co-infection, socio-demographic and clinical profile of HIV and TB co-infected patients. Methods: A hospital based descriptive study was done at a tertiary care teaching hospital in Mangalore. The hospital records of all HIV-TB co-infected patients admitted between January 2008 and December 2013 were reviewed and data were captured in data capture sheet. The data obtained was analysed …
Effectiveness Of Video Assisted Diversional Therapy And Application Of Local Anaesthetic Agent On Pain, Behavioural Response And Physiological Parameters Among Children During Intravenous (Iv) Cannulation, Litna George Ms, Anjalin D'Souza Mrs, Anice George Dr
Effectiveness Of Video Assisted Diversional Therapy And Application Of Local Anaesthetic Agent On Pain, Behavioural Response And Physiological Parameters Among Children During Intravenous (Iv) Cannulation, Litna George Ms, Anjalin D'Souza Mrs, Anice George Dr
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
Intravenous (IV) cannulation is a common procedure done in hospitals. Although it is an essential procedure providing easy access for IV hydration or medication, its insertion leads to pain, anxiety and distress in children. The study was undertaken with the objective of comparing the effectiveness of video assisted diversional (VAD) therapy and application of local anaesthetic (LA) agent on pain relief, behavioural response and physiological parameters among children. Methods: The study was done using an experimental post-test only control group design. The participants were randomized to one of the three groups, with 25 subjects in each group: experimental group 1 …
Effectiveness Of Dance Movement Therapy On Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Children Aged Between 6-12 Years, Shilpa J Ms, Asha P. Shetty Dr
Effectiveness Of Dance Movement Therapy On Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Children Aged Between 6-12 Years, Shilpa J Ms, Asha P. Shetty Dr
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
Introduction: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common behaviour disorders of childhood. Mental health and school practitioners are increasingly faced with the challenge of assessing children and adolescents who might have ADHD. The purpose of the study was to assess the effectiveness of dance movement therapy (DMT) among ADHD children. Methods: Data collection was done using demographic proforma; SNAP IV rating scale and an opinionnaire. Results: Analysis revealed post-test teacher and parent mean scores were significantly lower than the pre-test teacher and parent mean scores i.e. the t-value for teacher is t(29)=16.81 and for parent is …
Effectiveness Of Yoganidra On Quality Of Sleep Among Cancer Patients, Divya N. Anand Ms, Linu Sara George Dr, Anil Raj Mr
Effectiveness Of Yoganidra On Quality Of Sleep Among Cancer Patients, Divya N. Anand Ms, Linu Sara George Dr, Anil Raj Mr
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
Introduction: Cancer is one of the major health problems that occur in people of all races and cultures. There is a dearth of literature on implementing non-pharmacological measures to improve quality of sleep among cancer patients. Objectives: This study assessed quality of sleep among cancer patients and the effectiveness of Yoganidra intervention on quality of sleep in terms of improvement using Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI). Methods: A survey was used in Phase I (n=25) to assess the quality of sleep using PSQI. In phase II, an evaluative approach was used through one group pre-test post-test design (n=19).The participants with …
Effectiveness Of Choice Music And Anandabhairavi Raga On Adult Patients’ Pre-Procedural Anxiety, Jomon C. U Mr, Raja A
Effectiveness Of Choice Music And Anandabhairavi Raga On Adult Patients’ Pre-Procedural Anxiety, Jomon C. U Mr, Raja A
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
Introduction: Patients become anxious prior to any invasive procedures. In an attempt to relieve anxiety among the patients undergoing invasive endoscopic interventions, music has been proposed as safe and inexpensive antianxiety intervention. Methods: The study aimed to compare the effectiveness of Choice music and Anandabhairavi raga on adult patients’ pre-procedural anxiety in Kasturba Medical College and Hospital (KMCH), Mangalore. Trueexperimental pre-test post-test design was used. Using purposive sampling technique with random assignment, 30 samples each were assigned to both the Choice music and Anandabhairavi raga groups. Pre-procedural anxiety was assessed in both the groups before and after music intervention. Results: …
A Survey On Practices Of Koraga Tribes During Diarrhoea In Children, Shrisha, Binu E. Margaret Mrs, Sheela Shetty Mrs
A Survey On Practices Of Koraga Tribes During Diarrhoea In Children, Shrisha, Binu E. Margaret Mrs, Sheela Shetty Mrs
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
Introduction: Every society follows different practices to treat various childhood illnesses. Tribal populations are isolated from the general population by their own lifestyle and practices. The objective of the study was to assess the treatment practices of the Koraga tribes during diarrhoea in children. Materials and Methods: A descriptive survey using face-to-face interview technique was undertaken among 200 caretakers of Koraga tribe using a semi-structured questionnaire. Data analysis was done using SPSS v16.0. Results: 110 (55%) respondents were using arrowroot mixture; curd and salt were used by 34 (17%) to treat diarrhoea. Other practices include use of wheat sooji porridge …
Statistical And Methodological Challenges In Cochrane Public Health Systematic Reviews: An Overview, Melissa Glenda Lewis Ms, Ravishankar N Mr, Anusha Mujja Ms, Sreekumaran Nair N Dr
Statistical And Methodological Challenges In Cochrane Public Health Systematic Reviews: An Overview, Melissa Glenda Lewis Ms, Ravishankar N Mr, Anusha Mujja Ms, Sreekumaran Nair N Dr
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
Background: The article aims to investigate the suitability of Cochrane handbook for the preparation of systematic reviews of public health importance. Methods: The information about various aspects of a systematic review was extracted from all 39 Cochrane public health systematic reviews, independently by three reviewers. This was carried out by means of a data extraction form and was examined if the methodological constructs used by the reviews have been furnished in the Cochrane handbook. Results and Discussion: It was observed that17 (44%) of the 39 reviews adopted meta-analysis and 20(52%) of the systematic reviews used the risk of bias assessment …
Integration Of Evidence-Based Practice In Nursing Education: A Novel Approach, Preethy D'Souza Mrs, Anice George Dr, Judith A. Noronha Dr, Vishnu Renjith Mr
Integration Of Evidence-Based Practice In Nursing Education: A Novel Approach, Preethy D'Souza Mrs, Anice George Dr, Judith A. Noronha Dr, Vishnu Renjith Mr
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
Evidence based practice (EBP) has gained momentum globally, to provide effective and efficient health care. Although EBP has evolved to a great extent over the last two decades and is accepted as an important concept by all health care professionals, its integration in practice is still challenging. Integration of EBP in nursing profession both in nursing practice and nursing education is an important issue. This article describes the experience of the authors in integrating evidence based practice in nursing education in Manipal University. It focuses on the training of nurse educators in EBP, alignment of EBP in curriculum and EBP …
Noise In Neonatal Intensive Care Unit: Effects On Hospitalized Preterm Infants, Sonia R B D'Souza Dr, Leslie E. Lewis Dr, Vijay Kumar Dr, Asha Kamath Dr
Noise In Neonatal Intensive Care Unit: Effects On Hospitalized Preterm Infants, Sonia R B D'Souza Dr, Leslie E. Lewis Dr, Vijay Kumar Dr, Asha Kamath Dr
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
For continued existence and survival, preterm infants depend on the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). The NICU is a sophisticated and technology-driven environment, and preterm infants experience enormous stress in an NICU environment. Even though NICU is actually required by preterm infants for their continued existence, it may end up being an inappropriate milieu. The presence of overwhelming stimuli, most potent being the continuous presence of noise, may have various effects on preterm infants. Regardless of the recommendations by various committees, investigators have found that noise levels in the NICUs have exceeded the recommendations. The objective of this review was …
Boerhaave’S Syndrome Repaired With Surgery And Oesophageal Stent Placement: A Case Report, Leena Sequira, L Ramachandra Dr
Boerhaave’S Syndrome Repaired With Surgery And Oesophageal Stent Placement: A Case Report, Leena Sequira, L Ramachandra Dr
Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences
Background: Boerhaave’s syndrome is a condition resulting in oesophageal tear, commonly affecting the distal part of the oesophagus. Early identification and treatment of the condition reduces mortality. In this condition the symptoms are not specific, which usually delays the diagnosis and results in poor outcome.