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The population of the elderly is rapidly increasing globally and there is a need to meet up with ... more The population of the elderly is rapidly increasing globally and there is a need to meet up with the special needs and requirements that are unique to them. This study aimed at evaluating public awareness and perception towards care for the elderly in Funtua town, Katsina State, Northwest Nigeria. This exploratory and cross-sectional descriptive survey used a questionnaire developed by the researchersto collect data from 147 participants selected through a combination of cluster and systematic random sampling techniques. Data obtained were analyzed descriptively using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) Version 20 and M.S Excel. The result shows that majority of the studied participants (90%) have relatively good knowledge of the basic care of the elderly, with high positive attitudinal predisposition towards and preference to care for their aged people in their (participants') homes rather than to be nursed in institutions such as nursing homes (92%). Despite the relatively good knowledge and positive attitudes expressed by the participants toward the care for older people, significant efforts are required to health educate the public about the activities of daily living and needs and other specific ways of caring for elderly people, especially those with chronic illness.

Drug induced psychotic disorder is one of the disorders classified under substance-induced disord... more Drug induced psychotic disorder is one of the disorders classified under substance-induced disorders. It is a situation that arises from the consumption of substances (drugs) which result into psychotic manifestations. It may occur during intoxication or following withdrawal from the drug. Substance/drug abuse is a common menace in our society today. This nursing client care was carried out on a patient who presented to the Male Psychiatric Unit of Ahmadu Bello University Teaching Hospital, Shika, Zaria and was diagnosed of drug induced psychotic disorder. Findings revealed that the manifestation of drug induced psychotic disorder is patient and drug dependent; while the investigations ordered depend on the severity and diagnostic criteria of the condition.

This study was carried out to unravel the knowledge and practice of substance abuse among Boardin... more This study was carried out to unravel the knowledge and practice of substance abuse among Boarding Secondary School Students in Zaria metropolis. The study was aimed at finding out the knowledge of the students on substance abuse, to identify the substance(s) commonly abused, to determine the age of onset of the abuse and to identify the factors that influence substance abuse. A descriptive survey design was used. A questionnaire was used to collect data from 300 students aged between 10 and 20 years. Data obtained were analysed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS). Out of the 278 completed questionnaires, 224 (80.6%) students have knowledge of substance abuse; 133(47.8%) were involved in substance abuse (i.e practiced substance abuse); kolanut (32.7%) was the major substance abused; the average age of onset was 13 years while curiosity (36.8%) and influence of friends (34.6%) were identified as factors that influenced them. Public enlightenment/ punishing offenders (55.4%) was identified as the main measure to control and prevent substance abuse. It was recommended that parents/guardians and the school authority should keep a closer watch on the students while Substance Abuse Free Environment (SAFE) should be incorporated into secondary schools with a drug/substance free master and prefects to ensure strict monitoring of students' activities.

Introduction: The perioperative nurse's job content becomes highly extensive in the 21st century.... more Introduction: The perioperative nurse's job content becomes highly extensive in the 21st century. This makes them more frequently exposed to various degrees of hazards. However, little is known about rates and patterns of operating room hazards among Nigerian perioperative nurses.

Abstract Backgroud:The advent of emergency or disaster has posed serious challenges to the lives ... more Abstract Backgroud:The advent of emergency or disaster has posed serious challenges to the lives of many citizens in different localities and communities. This was as a result of either inadequate preparation for emergency or insufficient knowledge and skills on how to handle emergency situation by those concerned. So mamy lives were claimed; properties damaged and destroyed which calls for adequate and effective preparation against future occurrences by emergency rescue team members as well as healthcare professionals such as nurses. Methods:This is a cross sectional, descriptive survey conducted to explore the role of a nurse in emergency preparedness among nurses in Zaria local Government area of Kaduna State. One hundred and twenty (120) structured questionnaires were administered using simple random sampling technique. Results: The findings of this study established that 34% of the participants were within the age range of 30-39 years. Near two third of the participants 63% were female and 25% of the participants were at the rank of Nursing Officer II (N.OII), 22% of which work in accident and emergency unit while 45% had a working experience between 1-10 years. More than half 60% of the participants had a clear and correct understanding of the concept of emergency preparedness. So also, most of the participants strongly agreed that the roles of a nurse in emergency preparedness are enormous and central to emergency preparedness. Most of the participants 53% and 55% ticked all the tools itemized for emergency preparedness use as well as the factors affecting emergency participants respectively. Conclusion: Disaster preparedness maximized safe condition, decreases vulnerability and minimizes risk to individuals when they are confronted by a hazard. The role of the Nurses is central to emergency preparedness as a custodian of hospital infrastructures.

Backgroud:The advent of emergency or disaster has posed serious challenges to the lives of many c... more Backgroud:The advent of emergency or disaster has posed serious challenges to the lives of many citizens in different localities and communities. This was as a result of either inadequate preparation for emergency or insufficient knowledge and skills on how to handle emergency situation by those concerned. So mamy lives were claimed; properties damaged and destroyed which calls for adequate and effective preparation against future occurrences by emergency rescue team members as well as healthcare professionals such as nurses. Methods:This is a cross sectional, descriptive survey conducted to explore the role of a nurse in emergency preparedness among nurses in Zaria local Government area of Kaduna State. One hundred and twenty (120) structured questionnaires were administered using simple random sampling technique. Results: The findings of this study established that 34% of the participants were within the age range of 30-39 years. Near two third of the participants 63% were female and 25% of the participants were at the rank of Nursing Officer II (N.OII), 22% of which work in accident and emergency unit while 45% had a working experience between 1-10 years. More than half 60% of the participants had a clear and correct understanding of the concept of emergency preparedness. So also, most of the participants strongly agreed that the roles of a nurse in emergency preparedness are enormous and central to emergency preparedness. Most of the participants 53% and 55% ticked all the tools itemized for emergency preparedness use as well as the factors affecting emergency participants respectively. Conclusion: Disaster preparedness maximized safe condition, decreases vulnerability and minimizes risk to individuals when they are confronted by a hazard. The role of the Nurses is central to emergency preparedness as a custodian of hospital infrastructures.

Goitre, a disease characterised by the enlargement of the thyroid gland can result from insuffici... more Goitre, a disease characterised by the enlargement of the thyroid gland can result from insufficient levels of iodine in the diet. Much effort has been made by the World Health Organization in collaboration with different health agencies and countries to eradicate gotire using various interventions, particularly the consumption of iodised salt. However, there are still cases of goitre in our society, though the incidence has greatly reduced. This client care was carried out on a patient who presented with goitre at the Ahmadu Bello University Teaching Hospital, Shika. She had surgery done and was given adequate nursing and medical care which all proved effective and was discharged without any complication. Health education and surveillance should be intensified to eradicate the disease.

Goitre, a disease characterized by the enlargement of the thyroid gland can result from insuffici... more Goitre, a disease characterized by the enlargement of the thyroid gland can result from insufficient levels of iodine in the diet. Much effort has been made by the World Health Organization in collaboration with different health agencies and countries to eradicate gotire using various interventions, particularly the consumption of iodised salt. However, there are still cases of goitre in our society, though the incidence has greatly reduced. This client care was carried out on a patient who presented with goitre at the Ahmadu Bello University Teaching Hospital, Shika. She had surgery done and was given adequate nursing and medical care which all proved effective and was discharged without any complication. Health education and surveillance should be intensified to eradicate the disease.

This research work was carried out in Primary Health Care centres in Egbe Community to find out t... more This research work was carried out in Primary Health Care centres in Egbe Community to find
out the level of mothers’ knowledge about malnutrition, its effects, the causes and predisposing factors of
malnutrition and the possible ways to prevent malnutrition. The research will be of help to nursing
mothers in Egbe community and other communities in general to know more about malnutrition, the
actual causes and ways of preventing malnutrition. Various literatures were reviewed. The research was
descriptive in nature; cluster sampling technique was adopted while questionnaire was used to collect
data from 100 sampled respondents. Statistical method of data analysis was used in analysing the data
collected. Findings revealed that 98% respondents have heard of malnutrition, but 52(53%) understood
what malnutrition is - a condition which result from over-nutrition or under-nutrition. Majority 96(98%)
understood that malnutrition has effect on a child with death (67.3%) as the major effect of malnutrition
identified. Poverty (93.9%), ignorance (100%), increase in price of food (93.9%), improper hygiene
(27%) among others were identified as the major causes of malnutrition. The respondents had positive
attitude towards malnutrition while proper hygiene (35%) and health education (33%) were the ways
suggested to prevent malnutrition. It was recommended that proper health education of nursing mothers
about malnutrition should be done and women should be taught on how to prepare balance diet for their
children while government should improve the standard of living among others.

Talks by Shiaka N Michael

Man has an inevitable destination after this life. This destination is either heaven or hell. The... more Man has an inevitable destination after this life. This destination is either heaven or hell. The way and manner he lives his life on earth will determine his destination (i.e where he will spend eternity). To spend eternity in heaven, man must first surrender totally to God (i.e born-again) and then grow spiritually. This spiritual growth requires vitamins, just like the physical growth. These vitamins for spiritual growth are discussed in this write-up.