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Although the intensity of pain that women feel in childbirth is not usually associated with tissu... more Although the intensity of pain that women feel in childbirth is not usually associated with tissue damage, studies have ranked it as among the most severe forms of pain ever recorded using the McGill Pain Questionnaire or visual ana-log scales. Aim of the study were to assess and compare labour pain intensity during first stage of labour and labour outcomes (maternal and fetal) and to determine association of labour pain score with selected sample characteristics among primigravida mothers in experimental and comparison group. This was a quasi experimental study carried out in 60 primigravida mothers who were in first stage of labour admitted in selected hospital of Ambala, Haryana. The participants were divided into two groups (n=30 in the experimental group and n=30 in the comparison group). The experimental group received sacral massage three times, 10 minutes during each time with two hours of interval. The comparison group received routine maternity care. The data was collected...
Background: Breastfeeding is the feeding of babies and young children with milk from a woman's br... more Background: Breastfeeding is the feeding of babies and young children with milk from a woman's breast. Breast milk is the best food for the baby and baby can successfully get adequate feeding when mothers can properly latch on their babies to breast which prevents all the nipple sores, crack nipples, painful feeding which is the major obstacle for successful breastfeeding. Objectives: The current study was undertaken with objectives to assess the knowledge regarding breastfeeding and newborn feeding pattern among newborn babies of postnatal mothers in selected hospital Ambala, Haryana. Method: Experimental research design with cross sectional descriptive study was adopted. The study participants comprised of 80 postnatal mothers were selected from rural Hospital of District. Ambala, Haryana by using purposive sampling technique. Data was collected from postnatal mothers through face-to-face interview by using structured knowledge questionnaire and modified newborn feeding pattern scale. Findings: SPSS version 20 was used for statistical analysis. More than one third of post natal mothers (42.5%) were in 23-27 years of age. Nearly half of postnatal mothers (47.5%) had education up to higher secondary. Less than two third (61.2%) of postnatal mothers had initiated of breastfeed within one hour. More than half (53.7%) of the postnatal mothers were having below average level of knowledge regarding breastfeeding. Less than half babies (47.5%) had inadequate feeding pattern. Conclusion: The finding of the study revealed that the postnatal mothers were having below average knowledge regarding breast feeding and less than half of newborn babies had inadequate feeding pattern.
Background: Recent raise in litigation against healthcare practitioners is definitely an issue of... more Background: Recent raise in litigation against healthcare practitioners is definitely an issue of immediate concern and may reflect an increase in unethical practices by them. Professional relations between physicians and nurses may have differences with respect to their attitudes towards patient-care. Aim and Objectives: To assess the knowledge of, and attitudes to healthcare ethics among north Indian physicians and nurses. Material and Methods: The present cross sectional study was carried out among 298 physicians and 107 nurses of three medical colleges of northern India in the month of July-August 2011 using pretested self administered questionnaire. Data analysis was done using SPSS version 20. Result and Conclusion: There was a statistically significant difference between the opinion of physicians and nurses with respect to adherence to confidentiality, paternalistic attitude of doctors (doctors should do their best for the patient irrespective of the patients opinion), informing close relatives of a patients for consent procedures. The study highlighted gaps in the knowledge about practical aspects of health care ethics among physicians and nurses which they encounter in day to day practice at workplace. Measures of workplace education like sensiti-zation workshops, CMEs, conferences on health care ethics would assist in bridging this gap to a certain extent.
Background: Recent raise in litigation against healthcare practitioners is definitely an issue of... more Background: Recent raise in litigation against healthcare practitioners is definitely an issue of immediate concern and may reflect an in-crease in unethical practices by them. Profes-sional relations between physicians and nurses may have differences with respect to their atti-tudes towards patient-care. Aim and Objec-tives: To assess the knowledge of, and attitudes to healthcare ethics among north Indian physi-cians and nurses. Material and Methods: The present cross sectional study was carried out among 298 physicians and 107 nurses of three medical colleges of northern India in the month of July-August 2011 using pretested self ad-ministered questionnaire. Data analysis was done using SPSS version 20. Result and Con-clusion: There was a statistically significant difference between the opinion of physicians and nurses with respect to adherence to confi-dentiality, paternalistic attitude of doctors (doc-tors should do their best for the patient irre-spective of the patients opinio...
International journal of applied research, 2016
To assess the level of dependency of dependent patients, to determine the relationship between le... more To assess the level of dependency of dependent patients, to determine the relationship between level of dependency with Quality of living of caregivers of dependent patients, to determine association of caregiver's Quality of living with level of dependency of dependent patients admitted in M.M.I.M.S & R Hospital Mullana, Ambala, Haryana. Methods: Non Experimental research approach with correlational research design was adopted on the 100 caregivers of dependent patients suffering from chronic illness and admitted in M.M.I.M.S & R Hospital Mullana, Ambala, Haryana. Purposive sampling technique was used and data was collected by care dependency scale, WHO-QOL Questionnaire. Result: The result showed that according to level of dependency 1/3 rd of the patients (32%) were partially care dependent. Majority (89%) of the caregivers had little or no burden as a caregiver of dependent patients. The majority of caregivers (82%) were having poor quality of living. The caregivers of limited extent care dependent patients had the highest mean QOL score (80.04+11.77).
Journal of Education and Health Promotion
INTRODUCTION: Educational interventions have been associated with improved performance and signif... more INTRODUCTION: Educational interventions have been associated with improved performance and significant changes, especially in perinatal outcomes. Teaching is one of the main components in educational planning which is a key factor in conducting educational plans through various teaching strategies such as simulation, demonstration and video teaching. AIM: The study aimed to assess lecture cum demonstration (LCD) versus video-based teaching (VBT) regarding active management of the third stage of labor (AMTSL) in terms of knowledge and skills of General Nursing Midwifery (GNM) students. METHODS: This was a quasi-experimental study conducted on 100 GNM third-year students selected by purposive sampling and randomly assigned to LCD (n = 50) and VBT (n = 50) groups. Sample characteristics performa, Structured Knowledge Questionnaire, and observational checklist were used to collect data from GNM students through self-report and observational technique. RESULTS: The study results showed that the mean posttest knowledge scores of LCD (17.32 ± 2.14) and VBT group (16.90 ± 2.41) were nearly equal and mean rank posttest skills score of LCD group (54.40) was slightly higher than VBT group (49.51), but computed " t " value of mean posttest knowledge and computed " Z " value of skill score of both LCD and VBT group (0.47, 0.54) were found to be statistically non-significant at 0.05 level of significance. CONCLUSION: It can be concluded that both LCD and VBT were found to be effective in improving knowledge and skills of GNM students regarding AMTSL.
Stress among healthcare staff especially the nursing profession is becoming a common occurrence i... more Stress among healthcare staff especially the nursing profession is becoming a common occurrence in most public health services. The present survey was therefore conducted to find out the level and different sources of workplace stress among nursing staff. The cross sectional study was carried out among 70 female staff nurses working in different departments during 2012. Stratified random sampling technique was adopted to include nurses working in various departments of hospital. Out of total, majority (66%) were serving as full time whereas 34% were working on contract basis. The mean working hours in a week were 54.12±6.35 hrs. On the scale of mental well being, the mean score for State of mind, Resilience and Confidence level were 16.33±4.17, 15.12±3.12 and 8.86±3.55. These scores were more than their corresponding standard scores; 20.67, 17.66 and 10.37 respectively. Similarly the mean score for Physical Symptoms and Energy Level were 9.68±2.12 and 10.45±3.65. The standard score...
Journal of Education and Health Promotion, 2020
INTRODUCTION: Eaching methods are the stimulation, guidance, direction, and encouragement for lea... more INTRODUCTION: Eaching methods are the stimulation, guidance, direction, and encouragement for learning and also the means to achieve the desired educational objectives. AIM: This study aimed to assess peer learning (PL) versus conventional teaching (CT) regarding antenatal assessment in terms of knowledge, skills, and satisfaction among nursing students. METHODS: This was a quasi-experimental study conducted on 51 B.Sc.Nursing 3rd-year students who were selected by convenient sampling and randomly assigned to PL (n = 21) and CT (n = 30) group. Sample characteristics pro forma, structured knowledge questionnaire, observational checklist, and satisfaction rating scale wereused to collect data from nursing students through self-report and observational technique. RESULTS: The study results revealed that the mean posttest knowledge score (19.1 ± 0.75) in PL group was higher than that in CT group (17.0 ± 0.741) and the mean rank skill score of PL group (44.90) was higher than that in the...
The study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of application of breast milk in the prevention of ... more The study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of application of breast milk in the prevention of sore nipple among postnatal mothers. Methods: A quasi experimental study was conducted on 70 postnatal mothers, (35 in experimental group and 35 in the comparison group) who breast feeds their babies were selected conveniently. Feeding pattern was assessed by LATCH scale four times in a day followed by the application of hind milk minimum four times in a day for three or four days as per discharge day of mother. The mother was asked to rub hind milk on nipples after feeding the baby and letting it air dry in front of researcher and nipple soreness scale was used to check the sore nipple at third and fifth day or at the day of discharge. Follow up of postnatal mothers was done telephonically by using interview questionnaire on day 15 in both groups. Results: Study findings revealed that on 3rd day, the mean nipple soreness score was higher in comparison group (1.45) than experimental grou...
BACKGROUND - Alarming spread of practice of female foeticide is definitely a matter of concern. I... more BACKGROUND - Alarming spread of practice of female foeticide is definitely a matter of concern. It is important to recognize the social and cultural factors in that particular society in order to understand why preference for male child is so strong in a society. AIM - The present study was conducted to assess the effect of socio-cultural factors on the preference for son-preference and to find out reasons behind preference for son and non-preference for daughter. METHOD - Simple random sampling technique was used for sample collection among 423 women in the reproductive age group of 15-49 years using pre-designed questionnaire. Analysis was done in SPSS version 20.0 and Chi-square test was used to test the statistical significance. RESULTS - 83.2% had preference for a male child. Location of residence, social class, occupation, education and religion were significantly associated with gender preference. Keeping the family line (46.9%) alive was the major reason behind preference fo...
International Journal of Reproduction, Contraception, Obstetrics and Gynecology
Background: Active management of third stage of labour is a simple and practical intervention to ... more Background: Active management of third stage of labour is a simple and practical intervention to reduce the incidence of PPH has been identified, globally endorsed, and widely promoted for more than a decade as part of programs to reduce maternal mortality. The objective of the present study was to assess knowledge and skills of GNM students regarding Active Management of third stage of Labour in selected schools of Nursing, Haryana.Methods: A non-experimental research design with descriptive survey was carried, the study comprised of 100 GNM students selected by purposive sampling technique from M.M. School of Nursing, Mullana and School of Nursing, Christian Hospital, Jagadhri. Structured knowledge questionnaire and observational checklist was used to assess the knowledge and skills respectively. Validity and reliability of tool was established.Results: SPSS version 20 was used for statistical analysis. Majority (92%) of the GNM students had below average level of knowledge and al...
Journal of Mid-life Health
Background: Menopausal transition initiates with menstrual cycle length variety and finishes when... more Background: Menopausal transition initiates with menstrual cycle length variety and finishes when last menstrual period happens. As life expectancy has increased, a menopausal woman has to spend one-third of her life span with estrogen deprivation stage that leads to major long-term symptomatic and metabolic complications. Methods: This was a quasi-experimental study conducted on 103 menopausal women between 40 and 60 years of age residing in Ambala district, Haryana. In the experimental group, women received lifestyle modification program that includes six domains, i.e., health responsibility, physical activity, nutrition, spiritual growth, interpersonal relations, and stress management. Intervention was divided into two sessions of total 2-h duration on 2 consecutive days. Sociodemographic pro forma, Menopausal Rating Scale, and Health Promoting Lifestyle Profile II were used to collect data from women through face-to-face interview. Results: There was a significant difference (P < 0.05) in mean menopausal symptom score and mean health-promoting behavior score in the experimental group after the intervention, but there was no significant difference in the comparison group (P > 0.05). It was revealed that there was no significant difference between the groups with regard to mean menopausal symptom score and mean health-promoting behavior score before intervention (P < 0.05). The mean posttest menopausal symptom score (t = −8.99, P = 0.01**) was significantly low and the mean health-promoting behavior score (t = 8.7, P = 0.01**) was significantly high in the experimental group. Conclusion: Based on the finding of the study, it can be concluded that Lifestyle modification program was significantly effective in reducing menopausal symptoms and improving health-promoting behaviors among women.
Medical Journal of Dr. D.Y. Patil University, 2013
Context: There are many myths and false beliefs associated with wound management. These include a... more Context: There are many myths and false beliefs associated with wound management. These include application of oils, herbs, and red chilies on wound inflicted by rabid animals, and not washing the wound properly. General practitioners (GPs) constitute a key source of medical care in study area and are approached for anti-rabies treatment by victims of animal bites. Aim: The aim of the present study is to assess the knowledge and practices among the general practitioners (GPs) regarding dog bite management. Settings and Design : Community-based cross-sectional study. Materials and Methods: The present study was carried out in the private and public clinics of Ambala city from January 2012 to April 2012 using a pre-tested self-administered questionnaire. The study population composed of 100 GPs comprising 45 MBBS or above degree holders (Group 1) and 55 other GPs like BAMS, RMPs, etc (Group 2). Statistical Analysis Used: Interpretation of data was done using percentages and proportions. χ2 -Test was used to test the statistical difference in the knowledge between the two groups. Results: Out of the total, 68% and 29% respondents in Group 1 and Group 2, respectively, correctly told that wound must be washed with soap and water for minimum period of 15 min. A total 71% and 11% respondents in Group 1 and Group 2, respectively, could correctly answer about the target groups for pre-exposure prophylaxis. A total 62% GPs did not know the high-risk groups to whom pre-exposure prophylaxis has to be given. Conclusions: There was an apparent lack of awareness among the GPs regarding appropriate animal wound management and vaccine administration. Reorientation programs and continued medical education for GPs are required to highlight the WHO guidelines regarding treatment of animal bite.
International Journal of Nursing Care, 2013
The study aims to assess the knowledge and attitude regarding minor breast problems during breast... more The study aims to assess the knowledge and attitude regarding minor breast problems during breast feeding among primigravida women to determine the relationship in between the knowledge and attitude regarding minor breast problems. A total of 60 primi postnatal women were selected data was collected using multiple choice questions for knowledge and statement to assess the attitude. It was found that majority of them had inadequate knowledge in pretest. Postnatal women were not aware about the minor breast problems during breast feeding as well as the importance of breast feeding. Based on the study findings, structured teaching programme was provided and mothers were made aware on it.
Background: Sleep is required for many reasons: to rest mind and body, prevent fatigue, conserve ... more Background: Sleep is required for many reasons: to rest mind and body, prevent fatigue, conserve energy and to cope with daily stress. Inadequate amount of sleep decreases the concentration, ability to make judgment and increases irritability. Aims and objectives: The study aim to assess the quality of sleep and perceived sleep distractors among the adult patients in selected hospital, Haryana. The objectives of the study were to assess the quality of sleep and perceived sleep distractors among the adult patients, determine relationship between quality of sleep and perceived sleep distractors and to find out the association with selected variables. Material and method s: It was a Quantitative Non- Experimental study.The study includes adult patients who were between age group of 18-65 years, hospitalized minimum for 7days, willing to participate in the study and who werepresent at the time of data collection. Data was collected by interview technique. A total of 150 patients were se...
International Journal Of Community Medicine And Public Health, Aug 24, 2018
In India about 88% of women use homemade products (e.g., old cloth or rags) during their menstrua... more In India about 88% of women use homemade products (e.g., old cloth or rags) during their menstrual period. The main reasons for using cloth-based product are: personal preference and familiarity, lack of approach to or affordability for good-quality commercial sanitary pads, and lack of adequate information about pads. Some girls also use locally made cotton cloth. The reproductive tract infection (RTI) incidence was 70 percent more common ABSTRACT Background: In India menstruation is generally considered as unclean. Orphanage girls are vulnerable group in our society. The unfailing support and a constant check of orphan girls during menstruation are usually absent. The objective of the study was to assess the knowledge and practices regarding menstrual hygiene among adolescent girls residing in selected orphanages of Haryana. Methods: A descriptive survey was conducted on 150 adolescent girls residing in selected orphanages of Haryana. Purposive sampling technique was used to select the adolescent girls for study. The data was obtained by structured knowledge questionnaire and structured practice questionnaire. Results: SPSS version 20 was used for statistical analysis. The result of the study indicated that more than half of adolescent girls (62.7%) were in age group of 12-15 year. Half (50.7%) of adolescent girls had age of menarche at 12 year. Only 16% adolescent girls had good knowledge regarding menstrual hygiene. 95.3% were using sanitary pad during menstruation. Conclusions: The present study concluded that adolescent girls had poor knowledge of menstruation and menstrual hygiene.
International Journal of Nursing Education, 2013
Although the intensity of pain that women feel in childbirth is not usually associated with tissu... more Although the intensity of pain that women feel in childbirth is not usually associated with tissue damage, studies have ranked it as among the most severe forms of pain ever recorded using the McGill Pain Questionnaire or visual ana-log scales. Aim of the study were to assess and compare labour pain intensity during first stage of labour and labour outcomes (maternal and fetal) and to determine association of labour pain score with selected sample characteristics among primigravida mothers in experimental and comparison group. This was a quasi experimental study carried out in 60 primigravida mothers who were in first stage of labour admitted in selected hospital of Ambala, Haryana. The participants were divided into two groups (n=30 in the experimental group and n=30 in the comparison group). The experimental group received sacral massage three times, 10 minutes during each time with two hours of interval. The comparison group received routine maternity care. The data was collected...
Background: Breastfeeding is the feeding of babies and young children with milk from a woman's br... more Background: Breastfeeding is the feeding of babies and young children with milk from a woman's breast. Breast milk is the best food for the baby and baby can successfully get adequate feeding when mothers can properly latch on their babies to breast which prevents all the nipple sores, crack nipples, painful feeding which is the major obstacle for successful breastfeeding. Objectives: The current study was undertaken with objectives to assess the knowledge regarding breastfeeding and newborn feeding pattern among newborn babies of postnatal mothers in selected hospital Ambala, Haryana. Method: Experimental research design with cross sectional descriptive study was adopted. The study participants comprised of 80 postnatal mothers were selected from rural Hospital of District. Ambala, Haryana by using purposive sampling technique. Data was collected from postnatal mothers through face-to-face interview by using structured knowledge questionnaire and modified newborn feeding pattern scale. Findings: SPSS version 20 was used for statistical analysis. More than one third of post natal mothers (42.5%) were in 23-27 years of age. Nearly half of postnatal mothers (47.5%) had education up to higher secondary. Less than two third (61.2%) of postnatal mothers had initiated of breastfeed within one hour. More than half (53.7%) of the postnatal mothers were having below average level of knowledge regarding breastfeeding. Less than half babies (47.5%) had inadequate feeding pattern. Conclusion: The finding of the study revealed that the postnatal mothers were having below average knowledge regarding breast feeding and less than half of newborn babies had inadequate feeding pattern.
Background: Recent raise in litigation against healthcare practitioners is definitely an issue of... more Background: Recent raise in litigation against healthcare practitioners is definitely an issue of immediate concern and may reflect an increase in unethical practices by them. Professional relations between physicians and nurses may have differences with respect to their attitudes towards patient-care. Aim and Objectives: To assess the knowledge of, and attitudes to healthcare ethics among north Indian physicians and nurses. Material and Methods: The present cross sectional study was carried out among 298 physicians and 107 nurses of three medical colleges of northern India in the month of July-August 2011 using pretested self administered questionnaire. Data analysis was done using SPSS version 20. Result and Conclusion: There was a statistically significant difference between the opinion of physicians and nurses with respect to adherence to confidentiality, paternalistic attitude of doctors (doctors should do their best for the patient irrespective of the patients opinion), informing close relatives of a patients for consent procedures. The study highlighted gaps in the knowledge about practical aspects of health care ethics among physicians and nurses which they encounter in day to day practice at workplace. Measures of workplace education like sensiti-zation workshops, CMEs, conferences on health care ethics would assist in bridging this gap to a certain extent.
Background: Recent raise in litigation against healthcare practitioners is definitely an issue of... more Background: Recent raise in litigation against healthcare practitioners is definitely an issue of immediate concern and may reflect an in-crease in unethical practices by them. Profes-sional relations between physicians and nurses may have differences with respect to their atti-tudes towards patient-care. Aim and Objec-tives: To assess the knowledge of, and attitudes to healthcare ethics among north Indian physi-cians and nurses. Material and Methods: The present cross sectional study was carried out among 298 physicians and 107 nurses of three medical colleges of northern India in the month of July-August 2011 using pretested self ad-ministered questionnaire. Data analysis was done using SPSS version 20. Result and Con-clusion: There was a statistically significant difference between the opinion of physicians and nurses with respect to adherence to confi-dentiality, paternalistic attitude of doctors (doc-tors should do their best for the patient irre-spective of the patients opinio...
International journal of applied research, 2016
To assess the level of dependency of dependent patients, to determine the relationship between le... more To assess the level of dependency of dependent patients, to determine the relationship between level of dependency with Quality of living of caregivers of dependent patients, to determine association of caregiver's Quality of living with level of dependency of dependent patients admitted in M.M.I.M.S & R Hospital Mullana, Ambala, Haryana. Methods: Non Experimental research approach with correlational research design was adopted on the 100 caregivers of dependent patients suffering from chronic illness and admitted in M.M.I.M.S & R Hospital Mullana, Ambala, Haryana. Purposive sampling technique was used and data was collected by care dependency scale, WHO-QOL Questionnaire. Result: The result showed that according to level of dependency 1/3 rd of the patients (32%) were partially care dependent. Majority (89%) of the caregivers had little or no burden as a caregiver of dependent patients. The majority of caregivers (82%) were having poor quality of living. The caregivers of limited extent care dependent patients had the highest mean QOL score (80.04+11.77).
Journal of Education and Health Promotion
INTRODUCTION: Educational interventions have been associated with improved performance and signif... more INTRODUCTION: Educational interventions have been associated with improved performance and significant changes, especially in perinatal outcomes. Teaching is one of the main components in educational planning which is a key factor in conducting educational plans through various teaching strategies such as simulation, demonstration and video teaching. AIM: The study aimed to assess lecture cum demonstration (LCD) versus video-based teaching (VBT) regarding active management of the third stage of labor (AMTSL) in terms of knowledge and skills of General Nursing Midwifery (GNM) students. METHODS: This was a quasi-experimental study conducted on 100 GNM third-year students selected by purposive sampling and randomly assigned to LCD (n = 50) and VBT (n = 50) groups. Sample characteristics performa, Structured Knowledge Questionnaire, and observational checklist were used to collect data from GNM students through self-report and observational technique. RESULTS: The study results showed that the mean posttest knowledge scores of LCD (17.32 ± 2.14) and VBT group (16.90 ± 2.41) were nearly equal and mean rank posttest skills score of LCD group (54.40) was slightly higher than VBT group (49.51), but computed " t " value of mean posttest knowledge and computed " Z " value of skill score of both LCD and VBT group (0.47, 0.54) were found to be statistically non-significant at 0.05 level of significance. CONCLUSION: It can be concluded that both LCD and VBT were found to be effective in improving knowledge and skills of GNM students regarding AMTSL.
Stress among healthcare staff especially the nursing profession is becoming a common occurrence i... more Stress among healthcare staff especially the nursing profession is becoming a common occurrence in most public health services. The present survey was therefore conducted to find out the level and different sources of workplace stress among nursing staff. The cross sectional study was carried out among 70 female staff nurses working in different departments during 2012. Stratified random sampling technique was adopted to include nurses working in various departments of hospital. Out of total, majority (66%) were serving as full time whereas 34% were working on contract basis. The mean working hours in a week were 54.12±6.35 hrs. On the scale of mental well being, the mean score for State of mind, Resilience and Confidence level were 16.33±4.17, 15.12±3.12 and 8.86±3.55. These scores were more than their corresponding standard scores; 20.67, 17.66 and 10.37 respectively. Similarly the mean score for Physical Symptoms and Energy Level were 9.68±2.12 and 10.45±3.65. The standard score...
Journal of Education and Health Promotion, 2020
INTRODUCTION: Eaching methods are the stimulation, guidance, direction, and encouragement for lea... more INTRODUCTION: Eaching methods are the stimulation, guidance, direction, and encouragement for learning and also the means to achieve the desired educational objectives. AIM: This study aimed to assess peer learning (PL) versus conventional teaching (CT) regarding antenatal assessment in terms of knowledge, skills, and satisfaction among nursing students. METHODS: This was a quasi-experimental study conducted on 51 B.Sc.Nursing 3rd-year students who were selected by convenient sampling and randomly assigned to PL (n = 21) and CT (n = 30) group. Sample characteristics pro forma, structured knowledge questionnaire, observational checklist, and satisfaction rating scale wereused to collect data from nursing students through self-report and observational technique. RESULTS: The study results revealed that the mean posttest knowledge score (19.1 ± 0.75) in PL group was higher than that in CT group (17.0 ± 0.741) and the mean rank skill score of PL group (44.90) was higher than that in the...
The study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of application of breast milk in the prevention of ... more The study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of application of breast milk in the prevention of sore nipple among postnatal mothers. Methods: A quasi experimental study was conducted on 70 postnatal mothers, (35 in experimental group and 35 in the comparison group) who breast feeds their babies were selected conveniently. Feeding pattern was assessed by LATCH scale four times in a day followed by the application of hind milk minimum four times in a day for three or four days as per discharge day of mother. The mother was asked to rub hind milk on nipples after feeding the baby and letting it air dry in front of researcher and nipple soreness scale was used to check the sore nipple at third and fifth day or at the day of discharge. Follow up of postnatal mothers was done telephonically by using interview questionnaire on day 15 in both groups. Results: Study findings revealed that on 3rd day, the mean nipple soreness score was higher in comparison group (1.45) than experimental grou...
BACKGROUND - Alarming spread of practice of female foeticide is definitely a matter of concern. I... more BACKGROUND - Alarming spread of practice of female foeticide is definitely a matter of concern. It is important to recognize the social and cultural factors in that particular society in order to understand why preference for male child is so strong in a society. AIM - The present study was conducted to assess the effect of socio-cultural factors on the preference for son-preference and to find out reasons behind preference for son and non-preference for daughter. METHOD - Simple random sampling technique was used for sample collection among 423 women in the reproductive age group of 15-49 years using pre-designed questionnaire. Analysis was done in SPSS version 20.0 and Chi-square test was used to test the statistical significance. RESULTS - 83.2% had preference for a male child. Location of residence, social class, occupation, education and religion were significantly associated with gender preference. Keeping the family line (46.9%) alive was the major reason behind preference fo...
International Journal of Reproduction, Contraception, Obstetrics and Gynecology
Background: Active management of third stage of labour is a simple and practical intervention to ... more Background: Active management of third stage of labour is a simple and practical intervention to reduce the incidence of PPH has been identified, globally endorsed, and widely promoted for more than a decade as part of programs to reduce maternal mortality. The objective of the present study was to assess knowledge and skills of GNM students regarding Active Management of third stage of Labour in selected schools of Nursing, Haryana.Methods: A non-experimental research design with descriptive survey was carried, the study comprised of 100 GNM students selected by purposive sampling technique from M.M. School of Nursing, Mullana and School of Nursing, Christian Hospital, Jagadhri. Structured knowledge questionnaire and observational checklist was used to assess the knowledge and skills respectively. Validity and reliability of tool was established.Results: SPSS version 20 was used for statistical analysis. Majority (92%) of the GNM students had below average level of knowledge and al...
Journal of Mid-life Health
Background: Menopausal transition initiates with menstrual cycle length variety and finishes when... more Background: Menopausal transition initiates with menstrual cycle length variety and finishes when last menstrual period happens. As life expectancy has increased, a menopausal woman has to spend one-third of her life span with estrogen deprivation stage that leads to major long-term symptomatic and metabolic complications. Methods: This was a quasi-experimental study conducted on 103 menopausal women between 40 and 60 years of age residing in Ambala district, Haryana. In the experimental group, women received lifestyle modification program that includes six domains, i.e., health responsibility, physical activity, nutrition, spiritual growth, interpersonal relations, and stress management. Intervention was divided into two sessions of total 2-h duration on 2 consecutive days. Sociodemographic pro forma, Menopausal Rating Scale, and Health Promoting Lifestyle Profile II were used to collect data from women through face-to-face interview. Results: There was a significant difference (P < 0.05) in mean menopausal symptom score and mean health-promoting behavior score in the experimental group after the intervention, but there was no significant difference in the comparison group (P > 0.05). It was revealed that there was no significant difference between the groups with regard to mean menopausal symptom score and mean health-promoting behavior score before intervention (P < 0.05). The mean posttest menopausal symptom score (t = −8.99, P = 0.01**) was significantly low and the mean health-promoting behavior score (t = 8.7, P = 0.01**) was significantly high in the experimental group. Conclusion: Based on the finding of the study, it can be concluded that Lifestyle modification program was significantly effective in reducing menopausal symptoms and improving health-promoting behaviors among women.
Medical Journal of Dr. D.Y. Patil University, 2013
Context: There are many myths and false beliefs associated with wound management. These include a... more Context: There are many myths and false beliefs associated with wound management. These include application of oils, herbs, and red chilies on wound inflicted by rabid animals, and not washing the wound properly. General practitioners (GPs) constitute a key source of medical care in study area and are approached for anti-rabies treatment by victims of animal bites. Aim: The aim of the present study is to assess the knowledge and practices among the general practitioners (GPs) regarding dog bite management. Settings and Design : Community-based cross-sectional study. Materials and Methods: The present study was carried out in the private and public clinics of Ambala city from January 2012 to April 2012 using a pre-tested self-administered questionnaire. The study population composed of 100 GPs comprising 45 MBBS or above degree holders (Group 1) and 55 other GPs like BAMS, RMPs, etc (Group 2). Statistical Analysis Used: Interpretation of data was done using percentages and proportions. χ2 -Test was used to test the statistical difference in the knowledge between the two groups. Results: Out of the total, 68% and 29% respondents in Group 1 and Group 2, respectively, correctly told that wound must be washed with soap and water for minimum period of 15 min. A total 71% and 11% respondents in Group 1 and Group 2, respectively, could correctly answer about the target groups for pre-exposure prophylaxis. A total 62% GPs did not know the high-risk groups to whom pre-exposure prophylaxis has to be given. Conclusions: There was an apparent lack of awareness among the GPs regarding appropriate animal wound management and vaccine administration. Reorientation programs and continued medical education for GPs are required to highlight the WHO guidelines regarding treatment of animal bite.
International Journal of Nursing Care, 2013
The study aims to assess the knowledge and attitude regarding minor breast problems during breast... more The study aims to assess the knowledge and attitude regarding minor breast problems during breast feeding among primigravida women to determine the relationship in between the knowledge and attitude regarding minor breast problems. A total of 60 primi postnatal women were selected data was collected using multiple choice questions for knowledge and statement to assess the attitude. It was found that majority of them had inadequate knowledge in pretest. Postnatal women were not aware about the minor breast problems during breast feeding as well as the importance of breast feeding. Based on the study findings, structured teaching programme was provided and mothers were made aware on it.
Background: Sleep is required for many reasons: to rest mind and body, prevent fatigue, conserve ... more Background: Sleep is required for many reasons: to rest mind and body, prevent fatigue, conserve energy and to cope with daily stress. Inadequate amount of sleep decreases the concentration, ability to make judgment and increases irritability. Aims and objectives: The study aim to assess the quality of sleep and perceived sleep distractors among the adult patients in selected hospital, Haryana. The objectives of the study were to assess the quality of sleep and perceived sleep distractors among the adult patients, determine relationship between quality of sleep and perceived sleep distractors and to find out the association with selected variables. Material and method s: It was a Quantitative Non- Experimental study.The study includes adult patients who were between age group of 18-65 years, hospitalized minimum for 7days, willing to participate in the study and who werepresent at the time of data collection. Data was collected by interview technique. A total of 150 patients were se...
International Journal Of Community Medicine And Public Health, Aug 24, 2018
In India about 88% of women use homemade products (e.g., old cloth or rags) during their menstrua... more In India about 88% of women use homemade products (e.g., old cloth or rags) during their menstrual period. The main reasons for using cloth-based product are: personal preference and familiarity, lack of approach to or affordability for good-quality commercial sanitary pads, and lack of adequate information about pads. Some girls also use locally made cotton cloth. The reproductive tract infection (RTI) incidence was 70 percent more common ABSTRACT Background: In India menstruation is generally considered as unclean. Orphanage girls are vulnerable group in our society. The unfailing support and a constant check of orphan girls during menstruation are usually absent. The objective of the study was to assess the knowledge and practices regarding menstrual hygiene among adolescent girls residing in selected orphanages of Haryana. Methods: A descriptive survey was conducted on 150 adolescent girls residing in selected orphanages of Haryana. Purposive sampling technique was used to select the adolescent girls for study. The data was obtained by structured knowledge questionnaire and structured practice questionnaire. Results: SPSS version 20 was used for statistical analysis. The result of the study indicated that more than half of adolescent girls (62.7%) were in age group of 12-15 year. Half (50.7%) of adolescent girls had age of menarche at 12 year. Only 16% adolescent girls had good knowledge regarding menstrual hygiene. 95.3% were using sanitary pad during menstruation. Conclusions: The present study concluded that adolescent girls had poor knowledge of menstruation and menstrual hygiene.
International Journal of Nursing Education, 2013