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Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita (Amc) With Amyoplasia: A Rare Case, Maria Pais Dr., Leslie Edward Lewis Dr., Jayashree Purkayastha Dr, Disha Shree B S Dr.

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Background: Arthrogryposis is a term used to describe the development of nonprogressive contractures in one or more body parts before birth (congenitally). A contracture is a condition in which a joint becomes permanently stuck in a bent (flexed) or straightened (extended) position, limiting movement of the affected joint totally or partially. When congenital contractures affect only one body part, they are referred to as isolated congenital contractures rather than arthrogryposis. Clubfoot is the most common solitary congenital contracture. Arthrogryposis multiplex refers to arthrogryposis that affects two or more separate parts of the body.

Case report: We report a case of …

Interprofessional Education Among Health Care Professionals In The Care Of Autistic Children During The Last Two Decades (2001 To 2020): A Systematic Review Protocol, Sunitha Solomon Nagelli Ms., Sushmitha Karkada Dr., Ravishankar N Dr.

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Introduction: Autism Spectrum Disorder requires management from multiple health professionals at various settings during the course of treatment. Interprofessional collaborative practice has been identified as one of the promising methods of care for an all-round healthcare management.

Objective: Collate empirical evidence on interprofessional education among healthcare professionals in providing care for children with autism

Method: Search will be conducted from five databases against the selected criteria. Review will be restricted to studies in English between 2001 to 2020 only. Two independent reviewers will scrutinize the abstract and title, and every study document retrieved will be investigated as …

Comparison Of Supine Position Vs. Semi Fowlers Position On Chemotherapy-Induced Nausea And Vomiting Among Patients Undergoing Chemotherapy For Breast Cancer, Indira V. R Mrs., Sindhu L Dr

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Sindhu L¹* Indira V R²

^1* Associate Professor, Government College of Nursing, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India.

² Staff Nurse, Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute of Medical Sciences and Technology, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India.

*Corresponding author: Sindhu L, Associate Professor, Government College of Nursing, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India.

Email: sindhulalithambika@gmail.com

Short Title: Sindhu, L., et al., Comparison of Supine position versus Semi-Fowler’s position on Chemotherapy-induced Nausea and Vomiting

How to cite this article: Sindhu, L., Indira, V. R. (2023). Comparison of Supine position versus Semi-Fowler’s position on Chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting among patients undergoing chemotherapy for Breast Cancer. Manipal Journal of Nursing …

Musculoskeletal Disorders And The Contributing Factors Among Student Nurses, Lola Naresh, Leena Sequira, Janet Prameela Dsouza

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Introduction: Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are the injuries that have an effect on the movement of the body or its system like muscles, tendons, nerves, discs, ligaments etc.

Materials and methods: The study aimed to assess the musculoskeletal disorders, identify the contributing factors and association between musculoskeletal disorders and the selected variables among student nurses. Tools used were, demographic profile, contributing factors and musculoskeletal disorders assessment tool. The questionnaire was shared via email to reach the targeted population. Data were analyzed using frequency, percentage and chi- square.

Results: Area of pain and discomfort during last 12 months, about …

Perception Regarding Respectful Maternity Care Among Postnatal Mothers, Rithughosh K P, Sreeja G. Pillai

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Introduction: Every woman has the right to receive Respectful Maternity Care(RMC). Evidence of disrespect and abuse is reported globally. In India, almost every woman goes through some level of disrespect and abuse during childbirth, even though studies on RMC among postnatal mothers of Indian and Kerala origin are scarce. So, exploring this would be of great use in evidence-based fine-tuning of RMC services to promote quality maternal and newborn care. Objective: Assess the perceptions regarding RMC among postnatal mothers. Methodology: Quantitative approach with descriptive cross-sectional design was used to collect data from 250 postnatal mothers based on consecutive sampling …

Stress And Coping Strategies Adopted By Mothers Of Children Admitted In Pediatric Intensive Care Unit., Anisha P. R, Remya U R

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Introduction: Planned or unplanned hospitalization increases the family’s stress and anxiety level. Hospitalization creates stress as they interrupt normal routines and place increased demands on parents who must further divide their time between the normal responsibilities and their hospitalized child. Many parents feel a lack of control and sense of powerlessness when their child is hospitalized. Objectives: The objectives of the study were to identify the stressors and coping strategies adopted by mothers of children admitted in pediatric intensive care unit and to determine the co-relation between stressors and coping strategies adopted by mothers of children admitted in PICU. Methods: …

Psychosocial Impacts On Parents Of Mentally Challenged Children At Mangaluru, Sooraj Kookal Mr

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Abstract

Introduction: Intellectually disabled children upset the mental, physical, social, and financial outlooks of the family in terms of their rearing and future. The support systems surrounding the parents of mentally retarded children play a vital role to lessen the burden associated with their special child. This study brings up some light on the psycho-social impacts on parents of Mentally challenged children who were attending special schools at Mangaluru. Objective: The main objective of the study was to assess the psychosocial impacts on parents of mentally challenged children. Further, to find the association between the psychosocial impact on …

Decriminalization Of Suicide In India, Kallabi Borah, Tessy Treesa Jose, Anil Kumar M Nagaraj

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

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Effect Of Breastfeeding Support Initiative On Knowledge, Breast Engorgement, And Newborn Feeding Behavior Among Post-Cesarean Mothers, Smitha M V Dr, Priyadarshini T, Sandhya Kashyap, Jyoti Sambharwal, Angel Joy, Ashitha Korothan, Premlata Sabarni, Sabarni Banerjee

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Effect of Breastfeeding Support Initiative on knowledge, Breast engorgement, and Newborn feeding behavior among post-cesarean mothers

ABSTRACT:

Background:

Delayed breastfeeding, improper breastfeeding techniques such as difficulties in holding the baby, posture, and sucking, and poor knowledge and skills on breastfeeding leads to breast engorgement and poor feeding. The breastfeeding support initiative is a unique program encouraging lactation to improve breastfeeding and prevent complications

Objectives:

To determine the effect of the breastfeeding support initiative on the knowledge of breastfeeding, breast engorgement, and newborn feeding behavior among post-cesarean mothers.

Methods:

We conducted a Quasi-experimental study among 60 post-cesarean mothers at a selected …