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A Study To Assess The Parental Involvement, Academic Performance And Mental Wellbeing Of Adolescents Studying Pre University Colleges Of Udupi District, Rochelle Jane Dsa

Manipal College of Nursing, Manipal Theses and Dissertations

ABSTRACT The study titled “A study to assess the parental involvement, academic performance and mental wellbeing of adolescents studying Pre University Colleges of Udupi district was carried out by Ms. Rochelle Jane D’sa, for the partial fulfillment of requirements for the award of the Degree of Master of Science in Nursing in Manipal College of Nursing Manipal, Manipal University, Karnataka.

Objectives of the study were to determine the parental involvement using a Parental Involvement Scale, to determine the academic performance, to assess the mental wellbeing of adolescents and find the relationship between parental involvement and academic performance, academic performance and …

Effectiveness Of A Training Program On Improving The Knowledge, Attitude And Skill In Providing Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (Cpr), Among The Employees Working Under Manipal Integrated Services(Mis), Manipal University, Manipal, Swapnil Thulung

Manipal College of Nursing, Manipal Theses and Dissertations

ABSTRACT A research study entitled “Effectiveness of a training program on improving the knowledge, attitude and skill in providing Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), among the employees working under Manipal Integrated Services(MIS), Manipal University,Manipal” was carried out at Manipal University, Manipal by Ms. Swapnil Thulung for the award of M.Sc Nursing degree. The objectives of the study were to assess the level of knowledge on Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), assess the attitude regarding CPR, assess the skill in providing CPR and to determine the effectiveness of the training program on CPR, among the employees working under Manipal Integrated Services (MIS), Manipal University,Manipal. The …

A Cross Sectional Survey To Assess The Prevalence Of Gynaecological Morbidity, Treatment Seeking Behavior And Perceived Barriers For Utilization Of Health Care System Among Married Women Of Reproductive Age Group In Selected Villages Of Udupi District, Karnataka, Lida Mathew

Manipal College of Nursing, Manipal Theses and Dissertations

ABSTRACT A research study titled, “A cross sectional survey to assess the prevalence of gynaecological morbidity, treatment seeking behavior and perceived barriers for utilization of health care system among married women of reproductive age group in selected villages of Udupi District, Karnataka” was conducted by Ms. Lida 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 determine the prevalence of gynaecological morbidity among married women of reproductive age, to identify the treatment seeking behavior among married women of …

A Cross Sectional Study To Assess Breakfast Skipping And Eating Patterns And Its Influence On Academic Achievement And Nutritional Status Among Nursing Students In Selected Nursing Institutions In Udupi District, Karnataka., Pratiti Haldar

Manipal College of Nursing, Manipal Theses and Dissertations

ABSTRACT A research study titled, “A cross sectional study to assess breakfast skipping and eating patterns and its influence on academic achievement and nutritional status among Nursing students in selected Nursing Institutions in Udupi District, Karnataka.” was conducted by Ms Pratiti Haldar in partial fulfilment of the requirement for the degree of Master of Science in Nursing at Manipal College of Nursing, Manipal, Manipal University, Karnataka.

The objectives of the study were to : assess the breakfast eating and skipping patterns among the Nursing students by using self-administered questionnaire, identify the factors associated with breakfast skipping among the Nursing students …

A Study To Assess The Knowledge And Dietary Intake Of Macronutrient And Micronutrient Among Adolescent Girls In Selected Schools Of Udupi Taluk, Karnataka With A View To Develop An Awareness Programme., Anjali Gupta

Manipal College of Nursing, Manipal Theses and Dissertations

ABSTRACT This study sought to assess the knowledge and dietary intake of macronutrient and micronutrient among adolescent girls in selected schools of Udupi taluk, Karnataka with a view to develop an awareness programme. Using cross-sectional design, the study aimed to assess the knowledge related to macro and micronutrients and to compare the macronutrient and micronutrient intake of adolescent girls with recommended daily allowances values. A demographic proforma, knowledge questionnaire, 24 hour dietary intake recall proforma was used to interview the adolescents and anthropometric measurement procedure was carried out to collect the data. The sample consisted of 422 adolescent girls of …

An Evaluative Study To Determine The Effectiveness Of Reiki Therapy On Dysmenorrhoea Among Nursing Students Of Selected Nursing Institutions Of Udupi Taluk, Karnataka., Ananya Das

Manipal College of Nursing, Manipal Theses and Dissertations

ABSTRACT The research study titled “An evaluative study to determine the effectiveness of reiki therapy on dysmenorrhoea among nursing students of selected nursing institutions of Udupi Taluk, Karnataka.” Was conducted by Ms. Ananya Das in partial fulfilment of requirements for the award of the degree of Master of Science in Nursing at Manipal College of Nursing Manipal, Manipal University, Karnataka.

The objectives of the study were to find the proportion of nursing students suffering with dysmenorrhoea in selected nursing institutions of Udupi Taluk, Karnataka, to assess the level of pain during menstruation among the nursing students, to determine the effectiveness …

Effectiveness Of Structured Teaching Programme On Knowledge And Identification Of Children With Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (Adhd) And Conduct Disorder (Cd) Among Primary School Teachers In Selected Schools Of Udupi Block, Karnataka, Merile Mary Thomas

Manipal College of Nursing, Manipal Theses and Dissertations

ABSTRACT A study on “Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge and Identification of Children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Conduct Disorder (CD) among Primary School Teachers in Selected Schools of Udupi Block, Karnataka” was conducted by Ms. Merile Mary Thomas in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the award of Master of Science in Nursing Manipal, Manipal University.

The purpose of this study is to assess the knowledge of teachers and in the early identification of ADHD and CD among school aged children and to aid in determining the effectiveness of the Structured Teaching Programme so that …

A Correlational Study On Interpretive Ability Of Common Blood Investigations And Critical Thinking Among Nursing Students Of A Selected College Of Nursing, Udupi District., Norine Veera Mendonca

Manipal College of Nursing, Manipal Theses and Dissertations

ABSTRACT Florence Nightingale (1860) opined that observation and interpretation were hallmark of Nursing practice. Interpretive ability of common blood investigations not only allows nurses to rule out patients’ diagnosis but also supports the examination of widespread possibilities. Interpreting laboratory findings is a crucial part of nursing function as nurses confront patients’ blood investigations before treating physician. Therefore, Ms Norine Veera conducted A Correlational study on interpretive ability of common blood investigations and critical thinking among nursing students of a selected College of Nursing, Udupi District.

The study intended to determine the critical thinking ability among nursing students, which will yield …

A Descriptive Study To Assess The Biopsychosocial Wellbeing Of High Risk Pregnant Women In Selected Hospitals Of Udupi District, Karnataka, Taniya Bera

Manipal College of Nursing, Manipal Theses and Dissertations

ABSTRACT A research study titled “A descriptive study to assess the biopsychosocial wellbeing of high risk pregnant women in selected hospitals of Udupi district, Karnataka” was conducted by Taniya Bera in partial fulfilment of the requirement of a degree of Master of Science in Nursing at the Manipal College of Nursing Manipal, Manipal University, Karnataka. The present study is an attempt to determine biological, psychological and social wellbeing of women diagnosed as having high risk pregnancy. The findings of the study would help the health care personnel to recognise the importance of bio-psychosocial wellbeing and their interrelationships. This may help …

A Descriptive Study To Assess The Level Of Knowledge And Attitude On Cord Blood Banking Among The Antenatal Mothers Of Selected Hospitals In Udupi District., Anju Grace Philip

Manipal College of Nursing, Manipal Theses and Dissertations

ABSTRACT A research study titled, “A descriptive study to assess the level of knowledge and attitude on cord blood banking among the antenatal mothers of selected hospitals in Udupi District.” was conducted by Ms. Anju Grace Philip in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Nursing Science at Manipal College of Nursing, Manipal University, Manipal, Karnataka. The objectives of the study were to assess the knowledge of antenatal mothers on cord blood banking, assess the attitude of antenatal mothers on cord blood banking, find association between knowledge level and selected demographic variables, find association between attitude …

A Study To Assess The Prevalence Of Malnutrition And Its Associated Factors Among Under-Five Children In Selected Migrant Population Of Udupi District, Ameeka Shereen Lobo

Manipal College of Nursing, Manipal Theses and Dissertations

ABSTRACT A research study titled, “A study to assess the prevalence of malnutrition and its associated factors among under-five children in selected migrant population of Udupi district” was conducted by Ms. Ameeka Shereen Lobo in partial fulfillment of the requirement for the degree of Master of Science in Nursing at Manipal College of Nursing Manipal, Manipal University, Karnataka.

The objectives of the study were to determine the prevalence of malnutrition among under five children with the help of assessing the anthropometric measurements, to describe the factors associated with malnutrition among under five children by using a semi-structured questionnaire and to …

Effectiveness Of A Teacher Training Programme On Knowledge And Attitude On Child Abuse Among School Teachers In Selected Urban Schools Of Udupi District., Banbetlin Hynniewta

Manipal College of Nursing, Manipal Theses and Dissertations

ABSTRACT The study titled, “Effectiveness of a training programme on knowledge and attitude on child abuse among school teachers in selected urban schools of Udupi district” was carried out by Ms. Banbetlin Hynniewta, 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 knowledge and attitude of school teachers regarding child abuse and to evaluate the effectiveness of a training programme on knowledge and attitude on identification and reporting of child abuse among school teachers.

The conceptual framework for the study was based on …

A Study To Assess The Effectiveness Of Sensitization Programme On Knowledge And Perception Of Eco-Friendly Environment Among High School Students In Selected Rural Schools Of Udupi District., Akshatha A Nayak

Manipal College of Nursing, Manipal Theses and Dissertations

ABSTRACT A research study titled “A study to assess the effectiveness of sensitization programme on knowledge and perception of eco-friendly environment among high school students in selected rural schools of Udupi district.” was conducted by Ms. Akshatha A Nayak in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Science in Nursing at Manipal College of Nursing, Manipal University, Manipal, Karnataka.

The purpose of the study was to assess the effectiveness of sensitization programme on improving the knowledge and perception among high school students on eco friendly environment to emphasize eco friendly behavior among students for the better …

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

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

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 …

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Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

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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

Editorial, Baby S. Nayak Dr

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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

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

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

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

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

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

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 …

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 …

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

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

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 …

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.