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The Pathophysiology Of Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency And Copd, Melissa M. Miller

Nursing Student Class Projects (Formerly MSN)

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is the number one disease process treated in the Pulmonary Department at the Chalmers P. Wylie VA Ambulatory Care Center (VAACC). The medical staff includes doctors, nurses, and respiratory therapists. The team works together to ensure the veteran gets the best care available. Smoking is very popular in the military, and this puts veterans at a higher risk for COPD, compared to the general public. COPD can develop at a much younger age if the patient has alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency (AATD). Janciauskiene, Ferrotti, Laenger, Jonigk, and Luisetti (2011) point out that patients who develop COPD …

Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: Cardiovascular Pathophysiology, Jennifer L. Mullins

Nursing Student Class Projects (Formerly MSN)

Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is an autoimmune disease implicated in the premature onset of cardiovascular disease. SLE`s chronic activation of the immune system leads to inflammation, obstruction and vascular damage. The damage is most pronounced in SLE patients with a sedentary lifestyle and early onset of the disease. Understanding the pathogenesis, signs and symptoms of how SLE affects the cardiovascular system is important. Nurse practitioners play a vital role in the implementation of strategies to manage care and improve outcomes.

Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: Cardiovascular Pathophysiology, Jennifer L. Mullins

Nursing Student Class Projects (Formerly MSN)

Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is an autoimmune disease implicated in the premature onset of cardiovascular disease. SLE`s chronic activation of the immune system leads to inflammation, obstruction and vascular damage. The damage is most pronounced in SLE patients with a sedentary lifestyle and early onset of the disease. Understanding the pathogenesis, signs and symptoms of how SLE affects the cardiovascular system is important. Nurse practitioners play a vital role in the implementation of strategies to manage care and improve outcomes.

Engaging An Outpatient Adult With Depression In Shared Decision-Making To Improve Outcomes, Twila J. Mursu

Nursing Capstones

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The Addition Of Trauma-Informed Care Principles And Caring For Military Service Members, Alicia Olson

Nursing Capstones

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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 …

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 …

Pathophysiology-Stevens-Johnson Syndrome/Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis, Douglas M. Klein

Nursing Student Class Projects (Formerly MSN)

This poster examines recent research into genetic associations and emergent theories concerning the pathogenesis of Stevens-Johnson Syndrome and Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis.

Myocardial Infarction In Women Versus Men, Anna Day

Nursing Student Class Projects (Formerly MSN)

As a future advance practice nurse (APN), it is important to recognize the symptoms of myocardial infarction (MI) and provide prompt treatment to patients to reduce morbidity and mortality. The worldwide leading cause of death is cardiovascular disease (CVD). In 2008, coronary heart disease (CHD) was the cause of 7.3 million deaths, while cerebrovascular disease was responsible for 6.2 million deaths. Since cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death for women, it is imperative for the medical community to identify risk factors and seek an increased awareness of gender differences (Worrall-Carter et al., 2011). After myocardial infarction, 23% of …

Malignant Hyperthermia, Taylor M. Morriss

Nursing Student Class Projects (Formerly MSN)

Complications related to the anesthetic process are multifaceted and abundant. As a future nurse anesthesia student, the underlying pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment of anesthesia-related complications are of particular interest. One such anesthesia-induced life-threatening metabolic process involves the hypermetabolism of skeletal muscle. This pharmacogenetic process, known as malignant hyperthermia (MH), has a variable incidence rate ranging from 1:10,000 to 1: 250,000 anesthetic cases. However, the prevalence of the genetic abnormalities may be as great as one in 400 individuals (Rosenberg, Pollock, Schiemann, Bulger, & Stowell, 2015, p. 1). “Malignant hyperthermia (MH) is a rare, but life-threatening, autosomal-dominant inherited disorder that may …