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Study To Assess The Knowledge Of Registered Nurses Regarding Bioethics In Selected Setting, Mangaluru, Vaiana Khongshei Ms, Marita Sharal Pinto Ms, Sharilang Khriam Ms, Sr Deepa Peter Sr

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Introduction: Ethics is the application of values and moral rules to human activities. The term can also be used to deal with the life-related ethical issues, especially when there is an unavailability of medical resources. Objective: The study was conducted to assess the level of knowledge on bioethics among registered nurses and to find the association between the knowledge score and selected baseline variables. Materials and Methods: A descriptive survey design was adopted for this study, using a convenient sampling of 150 registered nurses. A validated structured knowledge questionnaire was used to assess the knowledge of the registered nurses regarding …

Use Of Flipped Classroom Methods In Nursing Education: A Narrative Review Of Literature, Shanthi Ramasubramaniam Ms, Vijayalakshmi Gopalan Nair Ms, Jayanthi Radhakrishnan Dr

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Introduction: Deployment of flipped lecture room techniques in undergraduate nursing program can be a very useful tool in increasing the student’s attention and learning process. It brings in a lot of accountability for selflearning among nursing students. Aim: The main aim of this review was to identify studies that have been conducted in nursing education using flipped classroom methods or techniques, to identify the benefits achieved by students and faculty members, to describe the current practice from studies reviewed and to develop a feasible model for practice. Materials and methods: The review was done using the electronic data bases including …

Breathe A Breath: Dawn Of A New Beginning, Sushmitha R. Karkada Ms, Parvati Bhat Dr, Shashikala K. Bhat Dr, Judith A. Noronha Dr

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Pregnancy is a special feeling and special time for the mother-to-be, where she should take special care for her body as every action of hers will affect her baby. Every woman experiences pregnancy differently with a mixture of stressful and joyful moments that come along with it. Childbirth is a life-changing event for the woman and her family. Women should be safe during labour and birth. The birthing environment influences the feeling of safety and satisfaction in childbirth. The paper presents a paradigm shift that envisions how childbirth methodology has advanced, with a view to bring about a stereotype shift …

Moyamoya Disease: A Case Report, Latha T Ms, Girish Menon R Dr

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Moyamoya disease is a rare cause for hemorrhagic stroke in adults. The authors present the case of a 39 years old man, who presented with features of intracerebral hemorrhage secondary to Moyamoya disease. He was a known case of diabetes mellitus, hypertension and had a past history of ischemic stroke. Left temporoparietal craniotomy and encephaloduroarteriomyosynangiosis (EDAM’S) was performed for the same. Patient got discharged on fifth postoperative day without any complication. The etiopathogeneses, clinical features, and management are discussed in this paper

Effect Of Perceived Barriers To Symptom Management On Quality Of Life (Qol) And The Effectiveness Of A Multicomponent Intervention Among Cancer Patients In Selected Cancer Hospitals Of Karnataka State., Malathi G Nayak

Manipal College of Nursing, Manipal Theses and Dissertations

No abstract provided.

Effect Of Yoga Therapy On Antenatal Stress And Pregnancy Outcome, Maria Pais

Manipal College of Nursing, Manipal Theses and Dissertations

No abstract provided.

Effectiveness Of Training Program On Clinical Decision Making Regarding Post-Operative Pain Management In Terms Of Clinical Decision Making Ability Among Nurses In A Tertiary Care Setting, Udupi Dist., Nageshwar V

Manipal College of Nursing, Manipal Theses and Dissertations

No abstract provided.

Editorial, Baby S. Nayak Dr

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

No abstract provided.

Effectiveness Of Pre-Operative Instruction On Knowledge, Pain, And Selected Post-Operative Behaviours Among Women Undergoing Abdominal Hysterectomy In Selected Hospital, Bangalore, Karnataka, Padma Priya S Ms, Erna Judith Roach Dr, Daisy Josphine Lobo Ms

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Introduction: Women who have an abdominal hysterectomy, typically experience significant physical and psychological problems, like fear and anxiety of the surgical outcomes, post-operative pain, effect on their daily activities, and sexual relationships. Providing pre-operative information on surgery is an effective measure to promote positive post-operative outcomes. Objectives: The objectives of the study were to evaluate the effectiveness of pre-operative instruction in terms of gain in knowledge, reduction of postoperative pain and improvement in selected post-operative behaviors and to find the association between knowledge score and pain score with selected baseline variables. Methods: A quasi-experimental pre-test and post-test control group designed …

Guest Editorial, Tessy Treesa Jose Dr

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

No abstract provided.

Prevalence And The Contributing Factors Of Insomnia Among Adolescents In Selected Secondary Schools Of Udupi District Karnataka, Saraswathi Hebbar Ms, Tessy Treesa Jose Dr, Shalini Nayak Ms

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Background: Sleep is a necessary constituent of an individual’s health and wellbeing. The relationship between insomnia and psychiatric condition is now receiving increased attention. In adolescents, the sleep deprivation over time increases risk of depression, lowered self-esteem, and engagement in unsafe behaviour. Screening is very important to prevent further complications of insomnia. Methods: A cross-sectional survey among 1,070 adolescents by using demographic proforma, Athens insomnia scale, and self-structured questionnaire. Results: Out of 1,070 subjects, the prevalence of insomnia was found to be in 40% of the adolescents. The physical, psychological, social, academic, family, and environmental factors contribute to adolescent insomnia. …

Message, N Udupa Dr

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

No abstract provided.

Message, Anice George Dr

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

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Invited Article, Joseph Thomas Dr

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

No abstract provided.

Effect Of Family Intervention On Functioning Among Patients With Chronic Schizophrenia, Sreeja I Ms

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Introduction: Schizophrenia is a chronic major psychotic disorder, manifested by distorted thinking and poor emotional response. Patients diagnosed with schizophrenia have inability in performing basic individual and social roles or activities. Improving personal, occupational, and social aspects of functioning is an important treatment aim for such patients. Objective: 1. To assess the effect of family intervention on patient functioning, and 2. To find out association of patient functioning with demographic variables. Methods: A quasi-experimental nonequivalent control group design and consecutive sampling was adopted for the study. The population under study was patients having chronic schizophrenia and their caregivers in Thiruvananthapuram …

Adjustment, Perceived Safety And Mental Wellbeing Among Professional College Students, Blessy Prabha Valsaraj Dr, Savitha, Shalini Devendra Nayak Ms

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Introduction: Adjustment is an essential element for each individual to lead life well. It is the way in which a person adapts with his or her environment. The college atmosphere plays an important role in developing psychosocial wellbeing and helping in promoting mental health of the students. Objectives: The study is aimed at assessing correlation on adjustment, perceived safety, and mental wellbeing among professional college students. Materials and Methods: The study was conducted in different professional colleges of Manipal University, using descriptive correlative study design. Cluster sampling was adopted for selecting the professional colleges and the further batches. Thus, 339 …

A Comparative Study To Assess The Level Of Pain During Nursing Procedures In Ventilated, Unconscious And/Or Sedated Patients, Betbhalin Mukhim Ms, Manashi Sengupta Ms, Rikupar Iawin

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Introduction: Pain is developed, when there is certain illness or injury. Patients under mechanical ventilator commonly experience pain, which is often overlooked. Factors such as stage of illness, invasive-procedures, and surgical interventions often aggravate pain in critical patients. Objective: The objective of this study was to assess pain levels among mechanically ventilated patients during routine nursing procedures by using the behavioral pain scale (BPS). Method: Non-experimental study was conducted among 30 mechanically ventilated patients admitted in ICU (Intensive Care Unit), in Down Town hospital Guwahati, Assam during different nursing interventions, fifteen patients were assessed during turning and fifteen patients were …

Knowledge And Attitude On Child Abuse Among School Teachers, In Selected Urban English Medium Schools Of Udupi District, Banbetlin Hynniewta Ms, Tessy Treesa Jose Dr, Anjali K. G Ms

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Introduction: Child abuse continues to be one of the primary threats to the child’s emotional and social well-being globally. As students spend maximum time in school, teachers need to be trained to recognize physical and behavioural changes associated with abuse in order to confidently determine the cause and plan interventions appropriately. The inadequate knowledge and information lead to gap in the crucial role of teachers in identification and early assistance of an abused child. Objectives: The objectives of the study were to assess the knowledge of the school teachers on child abuse, to determine the attitude of school teachers on …

Palliative Sedation In An Adolescent With Intractable Respiratory Distress: Ethical Issues And Doctrine Of Double Effect, Malathi G. Nayak Ms, Anice George Dr, Naveen Salins Dr

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Introduction Intractable respiratory distress is the second most common indication for palliative sedation in a palliative care setting; the most common indication is uncontrolled and unrelieved refractory pain. This case is presented to highlight the complexities of managing respiratory distress in a terminal phase of illness and its associated ethical issues

Nasal Pseudotumour In A Haemophilic: A Case Report, Sulochana B Ms, Balakrishna, Kailesh Pujary, Annamma Kurien Dr

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Haemophilia is an X linked inherited coagulation disorder. A haemophilic pseudotumour is one of the rarer complications of haemophilia, which results from repetitive bleeding. These have become scarcer over the years with better treatment facilities for bleeding disorders like factor replacement (Pakala, Thomas, & Philip, 2012). The present case report details the history and clinical course of a 23–year-old case with recurrent nasal bleed and nasal pseudotumour, which showed a positive outcome after surgical intervention and factor replacement. At 3-month follow-up, the patient was evaluated by endoscopy, CT scan, and there was no evidence of recurrence

A Randomized Controlled Trial On Effectiveness Of Home Safety Supervisory Program (Hssp) On Childhood Injury, Caregivers’ Knowledge, Home Safety Practices And Child Supervisory Practices In Udupi District., Renu G

Manipal College of Nursing, Manipal Theses and Dissertations

No abstract provided.

A Study To Find The Correlation Between Knowledge And Perception Regarding Diabetes Mellitus And Its Management Among Diabetic And Non- Diabetic Population Seeking Treatment In Selected Hospitals In Udupi Taluk, Karnataka, India, Tandra Kabiraj

Manipal College of Nursing, Manipal Theses and Dissertations

ABSTRACT The research study entitled “A study to find the correlation between knowledge and perception regarding diabetes mellitus and its management among diabetic and non- diabetic population seeking treatment in selected hospitals in Udupi Taluk, Karnataka, India in a view to develop an information leaflet about realities of diabetes mellitus.” was conducted by Ms. Tandra Kabiraj, in partial fulfilment for the degree of Master of Science in Nursing at Manipal College of Nursing Manipal, Udupi District, Karnataka.

The purpose of the study was to enhance awareness about the facts and realities about diabetes mellitus and dispelling wrong perceptions which will …

A Study To Assess The Prevalence Of Self-Medication And Its Associated Factors Among Adolescents Of Pre University Colleges Of Udupi District, Edlin Glane Mathias

Manipal College of Nursing, Manipal Theses and Dissertations

ABSTRACT The study titled “A study to assess the prevalence of Self-medication and its associated factors among adolescents of Pre University Colleges of Udupi District’’ was carried out by Edlin Glane Mathias, in partial fulfillment of the award of Master’s Degree in Nursing, at the Manipal College of Nursing, Manipal.

Objectives of the study were to determine the prevalence of self-medication among adolescents, identify the factors associated with use of self-medication among the adolescents by using self-medication assessment tool and find the association between self-medication and demographic variables like age, gender, type of family, area of residence, education of parents, …

A Study To Evaluate The Effectiveness Of Anger Management Programme On Anger Management Among Prisoners In Udupi District, Manish Kumar Kaushik

Manipal College of Nursing, Manipal Theses and Dissertations

ABSTRACT The study titled “A study to evaluate the effectiveness of anger management programme on anger management among prisoners in Udupi district” was carried out by Mr. Manish Kumar Kaushik, in partial fulfillment of the award of Master’s Degree in Nursing, at the Manipal College of Nursing Manipal.

Objectives of the study were to assess the anger management among prisoners using Structured tool on anger management, determine the effectiveness of anger management programme among prisoners in terms of improvement in the mean scores of posttest and find out the association between anger management and selected socio demographic variables.

The conceptual …

A Study To Assess The Physical Health Status, Stress Experienced And Coping Strategies Of Boarders In Selected Government Residential Schools At Udupi District, Edle Flavia Fernandes

Manipal College of Nursing, Manipal Theses and Dissertations

ABSTRACT A research study titled “A study to assess the physical health status, stress experienced and coping strategies of boarders in selected Government Residential Schools at Udupi District in view to develop a health promotion programme” was conducted by Ms. Edle Flavia Fernandes as a partial fulfilment of the requirement for the degree of Master of Science in Nursing at Manipal College of Nursing, Manipal, Manipal University.

The objectives of the study were to assess the physical health status of the boarders of selected Government Residential Schools by performing physical health assessment, identifying the level of stress among the boarders …

A Cross Sectional Study To Assess The Compliance With Hand Hygiene And Its Influencing Factors Among Health Care Professionals In Intensive Care Unit Of Kasturba Hospital, Manipal, Glory Jayesh Waghela

Manipal College of Nursing, Manipal Theses and Dissertations

ABSTRACT A cross sectional study to assess the compliance with hand hygiene and its influencing factors among health care professionals in intensive care unit of Kasturba Hospital, Manipal was conducted by Ms Glory Jayesh Waghela in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the award of Master of Science in Nursing at Manipal College of Nursing Manipal, Manipal University.

The objectives of the study were to assess the compliance with five moments and techniques of hand hygiene and explore the factors influencing hand hygiene practice among the health care professionals.

The conceptual framework of the study was based on Ronsenstock, “Health …

A Study To Assess The Effectiveness Of Comprehensive Nurse-Patient Strategy In Caring Peripheral Intravenous Catheter (Pivc) And Its Indwelling Period Among The Hospitalized Patients In A Selected Hospital, Karnataka, Romeo Mathew

Manipal College of Nursing, Manipal Theses and Dissertations

ABSTRACT A study to assess the effectiveness of Comprehensive Nurse-Patient Strategy in caring Peripheral Intravenous Catheter (PIVC) and its indwelling period among the hospitalized patients in a selected hospital, Karnataka was conducted by Mr Romeo Mathew in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the award of Master of Science in Nursing at Manipal College of Nursing Manipal, Manipal University.

The objective of the study was to assess the effectiveness of Comprehensive Nurse- Patient Strategy in terms of caring PIVC as well as in terms of its duration. The conceptual framework was based on Donabedian’s Model of quality assurance.

A quasi …

An Exploratory Survey To Assess The Attitude And Perceived Barriers In Pursuing Higher Education Among Nursing Students Of Selected Schools And Colleges Of Nursing Of Udupi And Dakshina Kannada District, Karnataka”, Mareena Mathew

Manipal College of Nursing, Manipal Theses and Dissertations

ABSTRACT A research study titled, “An exploratory survey to assess the attitude and perceived barriers in pursuing higher education among nursing students of selected schools and colleges of nursing of Udupi and Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka” was conducted by Ms. Mareena Mathew in partial fulfillment of the requirement for the degree of Master of Science in Nursing at Manipal College of Nursing, Manipal, Manipal University.

The objectives of the study were to assess the attitude towards pursuing higher education among nursing students and to identify the perceived barriers towards pursuing higher education among nursing students.

The conceptual frame work for …

A Study To Assess The Effectiveness Of An Awareness Programme On Knowledge And Practices Of Disaster Preparedness Among Residents Of Selected Low- Lying Flood Prone Areas Of Udupi Taluk, Rynel Desma Quadras Dr

Manipal College of Nursing, Manipal Theses and Dissertations

ABSTRACT A study to assess the effectiveness of an awareness programme on knowledge and practices of disaster preparedness among residents of selected low- lying flood prone areas of Udupi Taluk was conducted by Ms. Rynel Desma Quadras in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the award of Master of Science in Nursing at Manipal College of Nursing Manipal, Manipal University.

The objective of the study was to determine the effectiveness of an awareness programme on knowledge and practices of disaster preparedness among residents of selected low-lying flood prone areas of Udupi Taluk.

The conceptual framework used in the study was …

A Study To Assess The Knowledge And Perceived Health Benefits Of Percutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angioplasty (Ptca) With The View To Prepare Information Leaflet About Ptca Among The Patients With Coronary Heart Disease (Chd) In A Selected Hospital Of Udupi District, Karnataka State, Katha Mukherjee

Manipal College of Nursing, Manipal Theses and Dissertations

ABSTRACT A study to assess the knowledge and perceived health benefits of Percutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angioplasty (PTCA) with the view to prepare information leaflet about PTCA among the patients with Coronary Heart Disease (CHD) in a selected hospital of Udupi District, Karnataka State was carried out by Mrs. Katha Mukherjee in partial fulfilment of the requirement for the award of Master of Nursing at the College of Nursing, Manipal University Manipal.

The objectives of the study aimed to assess the knowledge about PTCA among the patients with Coronary Heart Disease, assess the perceived health benefits of PTCA among the patients …