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Title of The Study

2006 Principal

2006

Year of The Study

Name of The Author

Designation

Name of The Guide & Co Guide

EFFECTIVENESS OF PROTOCOL FOR 1ST STAGE OF LABOUR AMONG STAFF NURSES

Priyanka Pawde

Prof. Ashima Katri / Dr. Hema Dhand

PLANNED TEACHING PROGRAMME THROUGH BOOKLET ON ANTENATAL CARE FOR PREGNANT WOMEN

Radhika j. Nair

Prof. Usha Ukande / Dr. Sushma Jhamad

2007 Vinita Suresh Professor

2007 Rossly Nirmal

EFFECT OF PARTURIENT POSITIONS ON LABOUR PAIN AMONG MOTHERS

Dr. Usha Ukande

EFFECTIVENESS OF PROTOCOL FOR CARE OF PARTURIENT (2ND

TO 4TH STAGES) IN TERMS OF KNOWLEDGE AND PRACTICES AMONG TRAINED MIDWIVES

Prof. Usha Ukande/ Dr. N. Dashore

2008

2008 lecturer

PLANNED TEACHING PROGRAMME ON THE USE OF PARTOGRAPH AMONG TRAINED MIDWIVES

Soney N. Toppo

Asst. Professor

Mrs. Usha Ukande/

FOR POSTNATAL CARE IN TERMS OF KNOWLEDGE AND PRACTICES AMONG TRAINED MIDWIVES

Muriel Christy

Prof. Usha Ukande/ Dr. Neelu Soni

2009

2009 Jyoti Mishra lecturer

EFFECTIVENESS OF PLANNED TEACHING PROGRAMME ON THE KNOWLEDGE REGARDING WARNING SIGNS DURING PREGNANCY

Pinky Srivastav

Asst. Professor

Mrs. Soney N. Toppo/ Dr. Sushma Jhamad

DETERMINE THE EFFECT OF SHAVASANA ON THE REDUCTION OF STRESS AMONG POSTNATAL MOTHERS

Prof. Usha Ukande/ Dr. Hemant Sharma

2009 Tripti Soni

2009 Smitha Joel

“EFFECTIVENESS OF SHAVASANA ON BLOOD PRESSURE OF ANTENATAL MOTHERS HAVING PREGNANCY INDUCED HYPERTENSION”

Mrs usha ukande / Dr. Hemant Sharma

SEVERITY OF MENOPAUSAL SYMPTOMS AND LIFE SATISFACTION LEVEL AMONG MENOPAUSAL WOMEN

Nurse Researcher

Mrs. Soney N. Toppo/ Dr. Neeraja Pauranik

2009

2010 lecturer

“EFFECTIVENESS OF FLOW SHEET USED FOR CRITICAL POSTNATAL MOTHERS”

Manjula Wani

Mrs. Soney N. Toppo/ Dr. Neelu Soni

“Best method of learning used by nursing students in their learning process between Pedagogy and Andragogy.”

Varsha Hariharan

Mrs. Soney N. Toppo / Mrs. Smitha Joel

2010 Shini Godwin Principal

2010

PERINATAL OUTCOME AMONG BOOKED AND UNBOOKED MOTHERS


EFFECTIVENESS OF ABDOMINAL EFFLEURAGE ON LABOR PAIN INTENSITY DURING 1ST STAGE OF LABOR AMONG PARTURIENT MOTHERS

Nissy Mathew

Head Charge


2010 Neeta Bhide Principal

2010 Principal

2011 lecturer

EFFECTIVENESS OF EARLY BREAST FEEDING ON THIRD STAGE OF LABOUR AMONG INTRANATAL MOTHERS

Dr. Usha Ukande/ Mrs. Soney N. Toppo

COMMON HEALTH PROBLEM AMONG MOTHERS DURING POSTNATAL PEROID

Manju Chawla


EFFECTIVENESS OF INFRARED RADIATION THERAPHY ON CAESARIAN SECTION WOUND HEALING PROCESS & PAIN AMONG POST NATAL MOTHERS

Prachi Awasthi

Mrs. Soney N. Toppo / Mrs. Varsha Hariharan

2011 lecturer

2011 lecturer

EFFECTIVENESS OF BIRTHING BALL EXERCISE IN REDUCING LABOR PAIN INTENSITY AND ENHANCING CERVICAL DILATATION DURING 1ST STAGE OF LABOR AMONG PARTURIENTS

Yasmin Mansoori

Mrs. Soney N. Toppo / Dr. Neelu Soni

EFFECTIVENESS OF ACUPRESSURE THERAPY (SP6 POINT) IN REDUCING LABOR PAIN AND ENHANCING CERVICAL DILATATION DURING FIRST STAGE OF LABOR AMONG PARTURIENTS

Kaveri Ben Pandiya


2011 Tutor

2011 Mary Kalihari

EFFECTIVNESS OF BREAST MILK APPLICATION ON UMBLICAL CORD STUMP Vs DRY CORD CARE AMONG NEONATES

Jolly Varghese

Dr. Usha Ukande/ Dr. Rashmi Shad

EFFECT OF SOCIAL SUPPORT DURING LABOUR AMONG MOTHERS

Head Nurse


EFFECTIVENESS OF ACUPRE2012 Sujata Dakhe lecturer

2012 Vanita Kujur lecturer


DO THE MOTHERS HAVE KNOWLEDGE REGARDING ANTENATAL CARE, INTRANATAL CARE AND POSTNATAL CARE?


2012 Nice Kurian lecturer

2012 Sonia Samuel

Effect of STP through Pamphlet on Knowledge and Practice regarding Expression of Breast Milk and its Storage among Working Antenatal Mothers


Effectiveness of Educational Program on husband’s support during labour among husbands of parturient in first stage of labour at selected hospitals of Indore

Clinical Instructor


2012 Linea Joseph lecturerEFFECTIVENESS OF BOOKLET REGARDING KNOWLEDGE OF GESTATIONAL DIABETES MELLITUS AMONG GDM MOTHERS


Knowledge and practices of adolscent and mature mothers regarding child rearing at selected urban slums of indore

2005-2006

Mrs. Aradhana Michael

M.Sc. N Final Year

Dr Usha Ukande & Dr G S Tuteja

2005-2006

Ms. Seema yadav

M.Sc. N Final Year

Mrs Ashima Khatri and Dr S B Bansal

2006-2007

Ms. Maria Goretti Kisku

M.Sc. N Final Year

Dr Usha Ukande and Dr G. C. bhatiya

Planned teaching programme through booklet on the knowledge regarding cpmplementary feeding among mothers

2006-2007

Ms. Sarita Suryavanshi

M.Sc. N Final Year

Dr Usha Ukande & Dr Veena Yashikar

Ms. Lovely

2007-2008

Ms. Sheetal Saxena

M.Sc. N Final Year

Mrs.Aradhana Micheal & Mr. Hemant Sharma

2007-2008

M.Sc. N Final Year

Mrs Aradhna Michael and Dr Norman Sharma

Planned teaching programme through booklet regarding knowledge of postnatal care among primi antenatal women

2008-2009

Ms. Prerna Abhilasha Gore

M.Sc. N Final Year

Mrs.Aradhana Micheal & Ms.Sheetal Saxena

Planning teaching programme on the knowledge of mothers of under five childrens on malnutrition

2008-2009

Mr. Pankaj Yohan Kale

M.Sc. N Final Year


Planned teaching programme regarding family planning methods on knowledge among married women of rural area and urban slum of indore

2008-2009

Ms. Katherine

M.Sc. N Final Year

Mrs.Aradhana Micheal & Dr Saleel Sakalle

Planned teaching programme for improving knowledge and attitude of adolescent girls regarding family health and life education in goverment and public schools

2008-2009

Ms. Amita Khedekar

M.Sc. N Final Year

Mrs. Aradhana Micheal & Dr Savita Inaamdar

Ms. Fagni

Comparitive study to assess the effectiveness of yoga practices and calcium suppliments on backache among the menopausal womenof selected community of indore

2008-2009

Ms. Venice Mairya David

M.Sc. N Final Year

Mrs.Aradhana Micheal & Dr Hemant Sharma

Effect of moist heat & dry heat application among geriatic population

2009-2010

M.Sc. N Final Year


Ms. Nilu Ranicurd & sattu on malnutrition among under five children

2009-2010

M.Sc. N Final Year


Structured teaching programme on reproductive tract infection in women

2009-2010

Ms. Asha Kadam

M.Sc. N Final Year


Ms. Meha

Planned teaching program on knowledge regarding Tuberculosis & DOTS therapy among ANMs

2009-2010

Ms. Kalpana Verma

M.Sc. N Final Year


2009-2010

M.Sc. N Final Year


Effect of structured teaching programme on knowledge and attitude regarding No Scalpel Vasectomy among bus drivers

2010-2011

Mr. Sandeep Kumar Singh

M.Sc. N Final Year

Ms.Sheetal Saxena & Mrs. Prerna Benson

Impact of working condition on the self reported heath status among industrial workers

2010-2011

Ms. Harpreet Kaur

M.Sc. N Final Year

Mrs.Aradhana Micheal & Mrs Prerna Benson

Ms. Pratiksha

Structured teaching programme for antenatal mothers regarding selected MCH welfare schemes

2010-2011

Ms. Rama Rani

M.Sc. N Final Year

Ms.Sheetal Saxena & Mrs Prerna Benson

Effect of structured teaching programme on the knowledge and practice of anganwadi workers regarding integrated child development scheme.

2010-2011

M.Sc. N Final Year

Mrs.Aradhana Micheal & Mrs Prerna Benson

Effect of structured teaching programme on the knowledge and practice regarding self care among diabetic patients

2010-2011

Ms. Sunita Yadav

M.Sc. N Final Year

Mrs.Aradhana Micheal & Mrs. Prerna Benson

Ms. Sarla

Ekta

Effect of lemon juice on level of anaemia in adolescent girls

2011-2012

M.Sc. N Final Year


Effect of therapeutic diet on malnutrition among 1-4 year

children

2011-2012

M.Sc. N Final Year


Planned teaching programme regarding peripheral intravenous infusion on the knowledge and practice among staff nurses2008 Professor

Structured teaching programm on Rehabilitation of COPD Patients among Staff Nurses2010 Ms. Anju Lata Rai Lecturer

Ms.Dorwin Martin

Prof. Manju

Joshi,

Dr. Nikhilesh

Prof. Manju

Joshi, Dr. G.C. Bhatia

2011 Lecturer

Knowledge and practice among care givers of haemodialysis patients regarding home management2006 Professor

Effectiveness of Foot Reflexology In Reduction of Pain among Cancer Patients2010Ms. Hemanta Saramma Lecturer

Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge and Interpretation of ECG among Staff Nurses

Ms. Ansy Laby

Prof.Manju Joshi,

Dr. Sagheer Ahmed

Mrs. Manju Joshi

Ms. Prema Paul,

Dr. Pradeep Salgia

Prof. Rashmi

Phillips,

Dr. Aarti

Kaul Patel

Effectiveness of structured teaching programme regarding home care management of stroke patients by care givers 2010 Lecturer

Protocol on pre and post operative nursing management of cardiac surgery 2010 Lecturer

2011 Lecturer

Ms. Mukta Khanwalkar

Prof..Dor

win Martin,

Prof.Manju Joshi

Ms.Narayani Sahu

Prof. Manju Joshi

Effectiveness of protocol on knowledge among staff nurses regarding pre, intra and post

operative nursing management of patients undergoing angioplasty

Ms.Shweta Pattnaik

Prof. Manju

Joshi Dr. Sagheer Ahmed

Structured teaching program on foot care for type II diabetic patients2010 Lecturer

2012 Ms. Priyanka ShuklaLecturer

Effectiveness of Povidone Iodine Mouthwash on onset and severity of Radiotherapy induced oral Mucositis2011 Ms. Sharon P. CherianStaff Nurse

Ms. Sonali Kumawat

Prof. Dorwin

Martin, Prof.

Manju Joshi

Effectiveness of intradialytic, low intensity strength training to

increase the functional capacity of haemodialysis patients

Prof. Manju

Joshi, Dr. P. Salgia

Asso. Prof. Rashmi Phillips

Effectiveness of heparin lock flush in prevention of chemotherapy induced thrombophlebitis2011 Ms. Reena ThakurLecturer

Effectiveness of topical application of coconut oil and liquid paraffin in the reduction of pruritus among CKD patients2012 Ms. Nirmal Raj Lecturer

Impact of Body Image Disturbance among women undergone mastectomy ACSG and NACSG2011 Ms. Neha Masih Lecturer


Prof. Manju Joshi


Effectiveness of chewing gum, in reducing thirst distress among patients undergoing haemodialysis2012 Lecturer

2012

2006 Professor

Ms. Sandhya Nair

Prof. Manju Josh

Effect of modified Ventilator Bundle in Reducing the

Occurrence of VAP

Mr. Jaideep Herbert

Instructional

coordinator

Asso. Prof. Rashmi

Phillips,

Dr. V. Balwani

effectivenes of self instructional module regarding home care amoung women after radical

mastectomy

Mrs. Jaismine Anthony

Prof. Prema Paul

2008 Principal

2007 Principal

2012 Lecturer

Effectiveness of self instructional module on knowledge of

adolescents regarding modifiable risk factor of hypertention

Mrs. Chetna Joseph

Prof. Manju Joshi

Effectiveness of cold application, heparinoid application and

magnesium sulphate on superficial thromphlebitis

Mr. Bharat Saini

Prof. Prema Paul

Effect of sectional breathing exercise and sleep hygine on

quality of sleep among cancer patient

Ms.Sumy Philipose

Asso.Prof.Rashmi Phillips

2007

2013 Ms. Anju Nair

Effectiveness of planned teaching programme regarding

Endotracheal suctioning on knowledge and practice among

staff nurses

Ms.Rashmi Phillips

Nurse Educator

Prof.Prema Paul

Exploratory study to assess the Quality of life of Chronic Renal

Failure patients undergoing Haemodialysis treatment

M.Sc. Nursing

Prof.Manju Joshi

2013

2013

Study to assess the efficacy of pursed lip breathing and

expiratory muscle training to relieve Exertional dyspnea among patients with COPD

Mr. Joseph M. K

M.Sc. Nursing


Exploratory study to assess the risk of developing varicose veins

in lower limbs among staff nurses working in ICU and OT

Ms. Rosy John

M.Sc. Nursing


2013

2013

A randomized controlled trial to assess the effectiveness of cold

application on arteriovenous fistula puncture related pain among hemodialysis patients

Ms. Sreeja Haridas M.Sc.

Nursing Prof.

Manju Joshi

Exploratory study to assess the risk for cardiovascular diseases

among menopausal women

Ms. Elizabeth Mary Chandy

M.Sc. Nursing


“COGNITIVE BEHAVIOUR THERAPY FOR PATIENTS WITH DEPRESSION” Lecturer

Sr.Tutor

2008-2010

Ms.Asha chako

Mrs.Blessy Antony, Mr.M.K.Acharya

“EFFECT OF PSYCHO EDUCATION ON DRUG COMPLIANCE”.

2008-2010

Mrs.Bharti.S.batra

Mrs. Blessy antony, Mr.M.K.Acharya

Lecturer

Mr. S.Ghosh Principal

PARENT EFFECTIVENESS TRAINING’ FOR PARENTS HAVING CHILDREN WITH BEHAVIORAL PROBLEMS’

2009-2011

Mrs.Deepika phatak

Mrs. Vinu nair, Mr. M.K. Acharya

‘IDENTIFICATION OF PERCEIVED STRESSORS AMONG

HOSPITALIZED PATIENTS’

2006-2008

Mrs.Blessy antony, Dr.Pankaj jain

Ms.Sini PunnoLecturer

Mrs.Vinu NairLecturer

“EFFECTIVENESS OF RATIONAL EMOTIVE BEHAVIOR THERAPY AMONG ANXIETY PATIENTS.”

2009-2011

Mrs.Blessy antony, Mrs.Anila gangrade

“PLANNED TEACHING PROGRAMME ON KNOWLEDGE

OF PARENTS REGARDING SELECTED EMOTIONAL AND BEHAVIOURAL PROBLEM IN

CHILDREN.”

2007-2009

Mrs. Blessy antony, Mrs.Anila gangrade

Jyoti SrivastavaLecturer

Lecturer

‘PLANNED TEACHING PROGRAMME ON KNOWLEDGE

REGARDING ILL-EFFECTS OF TOBACCO CONSUMPTION

AMONG THE FOURTH CLASS WORKERS’

2006-2008

Mrs.Blessy antony, Mrs. Anila gangrade

‘Effectiveness of Behavioral Intervention Training (BIT) among parents of children with ADHD’

2010-2012

S.Umamageswari

Mrs.Blessy Antony Mr. M.K. Acharya

Lecturer

Lecturer

EFFECTIVENESS OF HYPNOTIC RELAXATION THERAPY ON INTENSITY OF MIGRAINE AMONG PATIENTS WITH MIGRAINE

2010-2012

Ms. Nazmeen Mansoory

Mrs.Blessy Antony Mr. M.K. Acharya

EFFECTIVENESS OF RELAXATION TECHNIQUES ON LEVEL OF CARE BURDEN AMONG PARENTS OF

THALASSEMIA CHILDREN

2007-2009

Mrs. Archana masih

Prof. Blessy Antony,Mr. M.K. Acharya

Lecturer: “MEMORY RETRAINING IN ELDERLY DIAGNOSED WITH MILD DEMENTIA”

2008-2010

Mrs. Sweta N. Bhoskar


EFFECTIVENESS OF PARENT TRAINING PROGRAMME AMONG PARENTS REGARDING SELF-HELP SKILLS OF CHILDREN WITH INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY

2009-2011

Mrs. Sagarika das

Staff nurse


Lecturer

Sr. M.J.Jessy Lecturer

EFFECT OF BEHAVIOURAL COUNSELLING AMONG PATIENTS WITH CONVERSION DISORDER

2010-2012

Ms. Kusum elizabeth


EFFECT OF SPIRITUAL PRACTICES AMONG (NEUROTIC) PATIENTS WITH ANXIETY

2010-2012


“AREAS OF ADJUSTMENT OF ANX Lecturer

“EFFECT OF ASSERTIVE TRAININ Lecturer

2008-2010

Ms. Dolly Smitha


2009-2011

Ms. Shine .M. Varghese

Mrs. Vinu nair, Mr. M.K. Acharya

Professor

Principal

“PREVALENCE OF POSTPARTUM BLUES AMONG MOTHERS”

2005-2007 (June)

Mrs. Blessy antony

Dr. G.S. Reddy, Mr. M.K.Acharya

“EFFCTIVENESS OF EXPOSURE AND RESPONSE REVENTION THERAPY AMONG OBSESSIVE-COMPULSIVE DISORDER PATIENTS”

2007-2009

Mr. Vikas upadhyay

Prof. Blessy antony, MR. M.K.Acharya

lecturer

.“EFFECT OF RELAXATION TECHNIQUE ON THE LEVEL OF STRESS OF ELDERLY PEOPLE “

2005-2007 (July)

Ms. Prashansa nathan

Assost. Professor

Dr. G.S. Reddy, Mr. M.K.Acharya

.“EFFECT OF PLANNED TEACHING PROGRAMME FOR TEACHERS ON ORIENTATION TOWARDS MENTAL ILLNESS.”

2008-2010

Ms. Mamta choudhary

Mrs. Blessy antony, Mrs. Vinu nair

.“ASSESSMENT OF OCCUPATIONAL STRESS LEVEL AMONG MALE AND FEMALE FOURTH CLASS EMPLOYEES”

2005-2007 (JULY)

Satish Kumar Avasthi

Assost. Professor

Prof. (Mrs) G. S. Reddy,Dr. Deepak Mansharamani

lecturer

Biji Paul

“ASSERTIVE COMMUNICATION TRAINING FOR MARRIED COUPLES WITH MARITAL

DISHARMONY”

2010-2012

Saidingliani Sailo

Mrs. Vinu Nair,Mr. M.K. Acharya

AN EXPLORATORY STUDY TO ASSESS THE STRESS LEVEL OF MOTHERS WHOSE CHILDREN ARE ADMITTED IN NICU AT SELECTED HOSPITALS OF INDORE DURING THE YEAR 2006-2007.

2006-2007

Mrs. Rupa Verma,Dr.Mrs. K.Jain

Vandana

sapna

Manju

A QUASI EXPERIMENTAL STUDY TO ASSESS THA EFFECTIVENESS OF STRUCTURED TEACHNG PROGRAMME REGARDING DIARRHEA ON THE KNOWLEDGE AMONG MOTHERS AT SELECTED URBAN COMMUNITY IN INDORE DURING YEAR 2006-2007.

2006-2007

Mrs.Rupa Verma,Dr.

Shikhar Jain.

A COMPARATIVE STUDY TO ASSESS THE PROTEIN ENERGY MALNUTRITION AMONG SCHOOL GOING CHILDREN AT RURAL COMMUNITY AND URBAN SLUMS OF INDORE IN THE YEAR 2007.

2006-2007

Mrs Achamma Varghese

A STUDY TO ASSESS THE EFFECTIVENESS OF STRUCTURED TEACHING PROGRAMME REGARDING ACUTE UPPER RESPIRATORY TRACT INFECTION ON THE KNOWLEDGE OF MOTHERS OF CHILDREN BELOW FIVE AT SELECTED URBAN COMMUNTY IN INDORE DURING YEAR 2007-2008.

2007-2008

Mrs Achamma Varghese,

Dr. S.C.Jain

Shreeja

Nisha sam Lecturer

A QUASI EXPERIMENTAL STUDY TO ASSESS THE EFFECTIVENESS OF STRUCTURED TEACHING PROGRAMMES REGARDING KANGAROO MOTHER CARE ON KNOWLEDGE & PRACTICE,AMONG POSTNATAL MOTHERS HAVING LOW BIRTH WEIGHT BABIES AT SELECTED HOSPITALS IN INDORE.

2008-2009

Associate Professor

Mrs Achamma Varghese,Mrs.Gauri Rao Passi

EFFECTIVENESS OF PROTOCOL REGARDING PERIPHERAL INTRAVENOUS INFUSION IN CHILDREN IN TERMS OF KNOWLEDGE AND PRACTICE AMONG STAFF NURSES OF SELECTED HOSPITAL OF INDORE.

2008-2009

Surbhi Royna.Dulare

Associate Professor

Mrs.A.Varghese, Dr. S.C. Jain

A QUASI EXPERIMENTAL STUDY TO ASSESS THE EFFECTIVENESS OF STRUCTURED TEACHING PROGRAMME ON THE KNOWLEDGE REGARDING PREVENTION OF BURNS AMONG THE MOTHERS OF TODDLERS AT SELECTED URBAN SLUM OF INDORE.

2008-2009

Prof. (Mrs).

Achamma Varghese,Dr.Shobha Chamania

Abhilasha

Monika

Harshita Lecturer

A quasi experimental study to assess variation in body temperature after sponge bath and among newborn babies in selected hospitals at indore.

2008-2009

Mrs.Achamma Varghese,Dr.Kamna Jain

A QUASI EXPERIMENTAL STUDY TO ASSESS THE EFFECTIVENSS OF PLANNED TEACHING PROGRAMME ON KNOWLEDGE AND PRACTICE REGARDING KATORI SPOON FEEDING TO LOW BIRTH WEIGHT BABIES AMONG MOTHERS AT SELECTED HSPITAL OF INDORE.

2008-2009

Vice principal

Mrs.Achamma

Varghese,Dr Rashmi

shad

A STUDY TO ASSESS THE EFFECTIVENESS OF STRUCTURED TEACHING PROGRAMME ON THE KNOWLEDGE AND PRACTICE REGARDING CARE OF LOW BIRTH WEIGHT BABIES THROUGH PAMPHLET, AMONG THE POSTNATAL MOTHERS AT SELECTED HOSPITALS OF INDORE. 2008-

2010

Dr.Achamma

varghese

Linu Sam Lecturer

A PRE EXPERIMENTAL STUDY TO ASSESS THE EFFECTIVENESS OF STRUCTURED TEACHING PROGRAMME THROUGH BROCHURE ON THE KNOWLEDGE OF ANGANWADI WORKERS REGARDING PLAY NEEDS OF TODDLERS AT SELECTED ANGNAWADIS OF INDORE.

2009-2010

Mrs.Achamma

Varghese,Mrs.Shreeja Vijayan

A PRE EXPERIMENTAL STUDY TO ASSESS THE EFFECTIVENESS OF STRUCTURES TEACHING PROGRAMME REGARDING PREVENTION OF ACCIDENTS AMONG MENTALLY CHALLENGED CHILDREN ON THE KNOWLEDGE OF CAREGIVERS IN SELECTED INSTITUTES OF INDORE.

2009-2010

Aline Stephen

Associate Professor

Mrs.Achamma

Varghese,Mr.M.K.Ac

harya

EFFECTIVENESS OF RELAXATION RESPONSE TECHNIQUE ON AGRESSION AMONG ADOLSCENTS’

2009-2010

Poonam Gupta

Mrs Achamma Varghese,Dr.Hemant

Sharma

Lecturer

Lecturer

AN EXPLORATORY STUDY TO ASSESS THE LEVEL OF SATISFACTION AMONG INFORMAL PRIMARY CAREGIVERS REGARDING HEALTH SERVICES PROVIDED BY HEALTH PERSONNEL DURING HOSPITALIZATION OF THEIR CHILDREN AT SELECTED HOSPITAL OF INDORE

2009-2010

Shiny Philipose

Prof. (Mrs) Achamma Varghese,

Mrs. Shreeja Vijayan

EFFECT OF TWO DISTRACTION TECHNIQUES DURING IMMUNIZATION TO REDUCE BEHAVIOR RESPONSE SCORE TO PAIN AMONG TODDLERS.

2010-2011

Rakhi Chandel



Susan

Vincy Vincent

A QUASI EXPERIMENTAL STUDY TO ASSESS THE EFFECTIVENESS OF FOCUSSED SINGLE-SESSION THERAPY ON ANXIETY LEVEL OF MOTHES OF PRETERM BABIES ADMITTED IN NEONATAL INTENSIVE CARE UNIT AT SELECTED HOSPITALS OF INDORE IN THE YEAR 2010-2011.

2010-2011

Mrs Achamma varghese,

Mr M.k.Achar

ya

A QUASI EXPEIMENTAL STUDY TO ASSESS THE EFFECTIVENESS OF BACK MASSAGE ON IMPROVEMENT IN LACTATION AMONG IMMEDIATE POSTNATAL MOTHERS AT SELECTED HOSPITAL OF INDORE IN THE YEAR 2010 - 2011

2010-2011

Prof.( Mrs.)

Achamma Varghese,


Ratna Tadi Lecturer

Anu Kurian

A QUASI EXPERIMENTAL STUDY TO ASSESS THE EFFECTIVENESS OF PHOTOTHERAPY IN BILIRUBIN LEVEL OF NEWBORN BABIES (GESTATIONAL AGE BETWEEN 35-37 WEEKS AND ABOVE) WITH AND WITHOUT THE USE OF LOW-COST REFLECTING CURTAINS IN SELECTED HOSPITAL OF INDORE IN THE YEAR 2010-2011.

2010-2011



A COMPARATIVE STUDY TO ASSESS THE EFFECT OF SUCTIONING ON HEART RATE OF NEONATES AT BIRTH USING SUCTION CATHETER BY SUCTION MACHINE Vs MUCUS EXTRACTOR MANUALLY AT SELECTED HOSPITALS OF INDORE.

2010-2011

Mrs. Achamma Varghese,Mrs.Shreeja Vijayan

EFFECTIVENESS OF CREATIVITY PROGRAMME IN INCREASING THE CREATIVITY LEVEL AMONG SCHOOL CHILDREN.

Lecturer

Lecturer

2010-2011

Ms. Shijo Mathew

Prof. (Mrs).

Achamma Varghese,Mr. M.K. Acharya

A QUASI EXPERIMENTAL STUDY TO ASSESS THE EFFECT OF ACUPRESSURE THERAPY ON HEMOGLOBIN LEVEL AMONG ANEMIC ADOLESCENTS GIRLS AT SELECTED SCHOOLS OF INDORE IN THE YEAR 2011- 2012

2011-2012

Ms. Linju K. Skaria

Mrs. Shreeja

Vijayan,Dr. A. K.

Jain,Ms. Rakhi

Chandel

Anju P. Shaju Lecturer

Lecturer

A STUDY TO COMPARE THE EFFECTIVENESS OF TWO NOISE CONTROL METHODS ON PHYSIOLOGICAL STABILITY AND COMFORT OF PRE-TERM BABIES ADMITTED IN N.I.C.U AT SELECTED HOSPITALS OF INDORE IN THE YEAR 2011 – 2012.

2011-2012

Mrs. Shreeja Vijayan,

Dr. Gouri Rao Passi, Ms Rakhi Chandal

EFFECTIVENESS OF EYE EXERCISE IN IMPROVING THE VISUAL ACUITY AMONG CHILDREN WITH MYOPIA.

2011-2012

Ms.Meera Kuruvilla

Prof.(Mrs). Achamma Varghese,

Dr. Bhagyesh B. Pore, MS, DNB

A PRE EXPERIMENTAL STUDY TO ASSESS THE EFFECTIVENESS OF STRUCTURED TEACHING PROGRAMME THROUGH BROCHURE ON THE KNOWLEDGE & PRACTICE OF PARENTS REGARDING CARE OF THEIR THALASSEMIC CHILDREN AT SELECTED HOSPITAL OF INDORE

2011-2012

Umar Faruq Gouri

Prof. Mrs. Achamma Varghese,

Miss. Rakhi

chandel,Dr( Mrs).

Kamana Jain

2013 Student

2013 Student

2013 Ms. Sila Saha Student

2013 Student

2013 Student

Effectiveness of "Heifer Sking Tap Technique" over standard technique on pan during IM Injection among adult patients in selected hospital of Kolkata W.B.

Ms Subhrata Bhowmick

Ms. Tomy Dey & Ms. Subhra Srimani

The Effectiveness of self instructional module on knowledge of staff nurses working in orthopedic ward regarding assessment of self care activities of chronic orthopedic patients in selected Govt. Hospitals of Kolkata, W.B.

Mr. Rumeli Saha


An Experimental study to assess the effectiveness of cold compress vs hot compres in reducing knee pain, reducing swelling and improving mobility among osteoarthritis patient in a selected hospital of Kolkata WB

Ms. Nera Mukherjee and Ms. Toma Dey

The efectiveness of Ranindra Sangeet as music therapy on the pain of the patients who have undergone orthopedic surgeries in selected Govt hospitals Kolkata

Ms. Sharmishta Sarkar


A study to explore the occurance of depression level among elderly person and supported of their the families in the urban community of Kolkata WB

Ms. Jayanti Roy


2013 Ms. Gita Das Student

2013 Student

2013 Student

Effectiveness of foot massage on sleep among orthopedic patiens in selected Govt. hospital in Kolkata WB


Determine the perceived stress and coping stratigies adopted by the lower limb amputee client in a selected institution, WB

Ms. Subhra Mondal


A corelational study to determine the nutritional status and its associated factors among the children with cerebral palsy in a selected hospital Kolkata, WB

Ms. Mitra Sarkar


A multicultural perspective on conducting palliative care research in an Indian population in Australia

Sujatha Shanmugasundaram, Margaret O’Connor, Ken Sellick

Palliative Care Services for Indian Migrants in Australia: Experiences of the Family of Terminally Ill Patients

Sujatha Shanmugasundaram, Margaret O’Connor

Development of palliative care in India: An overview

Sujatha Shanmugasundaram, Ysanne Chapman PhD, & Margaret O’Connor AM, DN

Effectiveness of quadriceps strengthening exercises on knee joint pain among women in selected villages of udupi district, karnatka

joseph A, George M V, Jawahar P

MSc Nursing, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor

Effectiveness Of Structured teaching Module (STM) regarding Post Menopausal Care on Knowledgeamong Women in the Menopausal Age at Selected Rural Area, Salem , Tamilnadu

S. Sudha Rani, V Selvanayaki ,Laxmi Rana

Assistant professor, Principal

Effectiveness Of two different Modalities of treatment in reducing neuropathic symptoms and pain in the lower Limbs among Patients with Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy

jessy jacob, Erna Judith Roach, Suja Karkada

Vice principal

A Retrospective Study to Audit Nursing Documentation of psychiatric patients of selected Hospital, Ludhiana, Punjab

dec2010-jan2011

Shailza Sharma

Assistant professor

Effectiveness of Sensitization program on knowledge of staff regarding noise in neonatal intensive care unit of kasturba hospital, manipal

praful kumar A K, Binu Margaret E, Jyothi R K, Leslie Edward S Lewis, Hariprakash

MSc Nursing, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor,

A Comparative Study to assess nurses and patients Perception of stimuli and stress Experienced by patients in ICUs in selected Hospital of Ambala, Haryana.

Simaranjit Kaur, Ashok Kumar, Vinay Kumari

Assistant professor

Comparison of private and Government School Teachers in Relation to Awareness and Attitude Regarding Learning Disabilities of Children

Ravneet Kaur, Yogesh Kumar, S Sandhyarani Devi

Assistant Professor

Creative Teaching Strategies

principal

Binu Mathew

Ponchitra Ramanathan, Divya K Y

Associate Professor

How to Prevent Amputation in Diabetic Patients

M J Kumari, Jeyagowri Subash, S Jagdish

Vice principal

Prevalence of Behavioural Problems in Alzheimers Disease and Related Distress to care Givers

Roy K George, Razeena Padmam

Relationship between television Viewing and body Mass Index in School Children

assisstant professor

lecturer

Development and Testing of Competency Based Performance Assessment in the Evaluation of core competencies of nursing students- A Pilot Study

Hemalatha R, B S Shakuntala

Effectiveness of self Instructional Module on Nursing Management of patients with Chest Tube Drainage For Staff Nurses Working in a Selected Hospital of Odisha

Rashmi Mala Pradhan

Effectiveness of Medical Play on the Reduction of fear in Children Aged 4-8 Years Undergoing Hospital Procedures in selected Hospitals at Mangalore

John Neeta Priyanka Ebnezar

lecturer

Khan F H Consultant

Exploratory Study to assess the Knowledge, Expressed Practices and Attitude of Adolescents Regarding Healthy Eating Habits

Sulakshana Chand, Jyoti Sarin, Poonam Sheoran

assistant professor

Career Preferences of preregistration Nursing Students: Exploratory Survey

Divya K Y, Linu Sara George, Jyothi Chakrabarthy

Promotion of emotional health among Elderly

Soney M Varghes, Kalavathy Elangovan

asst. professor, Professor

Students' Perceptions Regarding the Third Year Nursing Ethics Module at Shifa College of Nursing, Islamabad, Pakistan

Acute Pain Management

Wakefulness Regarding Menstrual Cycle and Contraceptives among Rural Adolescent Punjabi Girls

Prabhjot Saini, Nidhi Sagar, Anurag Bhai Patidar, Jasbir Kaur, Daljeet Kaur

Associate Professor

Nirmala Emmanuel, Premila Lee

reader, professor

Knowledge of Higher Primary School Children Regarding Prvention and Management of Scabies

Chandrashekar M, Prasanna Kumar D R, Murali Mohan A

asst professor

2011

lecturer

Student

Effectiveness of low intensity aerobic exercise on balance among elderly persons in selected old age homes at Mangalore

Reeba Babu, Latha S

lecturer, associate professor

To assess the effectiveness of planned teaching on knowledge regarding newborn resuscitation among the nurses of pediatric units in selected hospitals of Vidarbha region

G Kavita Reddy, Simer Preet Kaur

A study to assess the effectiveness of foot massage on pain among patients after abdominal surgery in a selected hospital of delhi

Chitra Joy, Smriti Arora, Eke Lama Tamang

An exploratory study to assess the physical and psycho- social problems amonf geriatric population in selected urban community of ludhiana, Punjab

Walia Gurinder Kaur

professor and principal

Teaching Philosophy of a Novice Educator

Nazbano Ahmed Ali

professor and principal

Assess the Extent of Availability of school Health services and Health Status of Children Under School Health Programme in Selected Schools of Ambala, Haryana

Indu Kamal, Sanjay Gupta, A Right Kumari Devi

lecturer, assistant professor

Rhinosporidiosis: A Case Report

Knowledge and attitude regarding STI and Treatment Seeking Behavior among Truck Drivers of Ambala, Haryana

Niju Joy, Sanjay Gupta, Mercy Madanlal

nursing tutor, Assistant professor

Sophia Vijayanathan, Jabin Khaja, Jayarani Premkumar, Beulah Premkumar

professor, associate professor

Challenges of HIV Coinfections "TB and HCV- the two Ends in a Sword"

B Sivagamy, Vijayalakshmi Ethiraj

lecturer, principal

A Comparative study to assess the problems faced by working and non working mothers in rearing of their children with the view to develop guidelines on healthy parenting

Dalal Shahin, Chakravarty Sujana, Bhardwaj Urmila

Treatment adherence and Quality of Life of Thalassemic Children

Jyoti Bala, Jyoti Sarin

Associate Professor

An Insight to opportunities challenges of Health Care System of Developing Country: A Nurse Educator Perspective

Yasmin Mithani, Zahra Shaheen Premani, Zohra Kurji

senior instructor

Effectiveness of the distraction technique on pain & behavioral distress during invasive pediatric procedure among school age children

Sushma Oommen, Om Kumari Kathuria, Rajinder Gopal Mathur

Associate Professor

Learning needs assessment of nursing personnel regarding care of children with central nervous system infections in selected hospitals of Andra Pradesh

P Vasundhara Reddy, Manju Vatsa

assistant professor

A Plausible case of synthesization of mini teaching and case- based learning in Nursing Education

farha azmi, Munawwar Husain, Jawed Ahmad Usmani

assistant professor, professor

Angela Kydd

Tintumol Vijai

Teaching report on health promotion in schools

Nimira Asif, Nidah Ali, Noureen Karam Ali

senior instructor

Attitudes of Nurses, and Student Nurses towards working with older people and to gerontological nursing as a carrer in germany, Scotland, Slovenia, Sweden, Japan and the United States

senior lecturer research

Systemic Lupus Erythematosus & pregnancy- A Review

MSc Nursing

Malar Kodi

Patient preference regarding their role in clinical decision making process: A Systematic Review

Shaista Feroz Ali, Mahreen Peer Muhammad

Knowledge of postnatal Mothers Regarding Minor Disorders of Newborn

assistant professor

Efficacy of Prostaglandin E2 Gel in Induction of Labor

Rohini Vimlakar Babar, Jyoti Avinash Salunkhe, Mahadeo B Shinde

clinical Instructor, Associate professor, Professor

lecturer

professor

2012

A study to assess and compare the knowledge and attitude towards alcoholism among Adolescents of selected private and government senior secondary schools of Ambala, Haryana

Inderpal Kaur, Poonam Sharma, Sanjay Gupta

Evaluate of job satisfaction among health workers A study from Rural India

Mahadeo B Shinde, P M Durgawale

Assessing Issues of Overcrowding In Emergency Room Of a Tertiary Care Hospital

Muslim Shah, Neelam Saleem Punjani, Shaista Rajani Meghani, Sahreen Malik Bhanji

2008

The level of stress among patients with coronary artery disease before undergoing coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery

Vijayabanu S, B Sara, A Johan William Felix

Associate Professor

Stressors, Level of stress and Coping Mechanism Adopted by Undergraduate Nursing Students

Mahadeo B Shinde, Prabhuswami Hiremath

professor, lecturer

Prevalence of obstructive sleep apnea, associated risk factors, and quality of life among Indian congestive heart failure patients: a cross sectional survey.

Anurag Bhai Patidar

Ms. G. R. Andrews, Dr. S Seth

2009-14

2010

2011

Attitude of School Children towards Basic Life Support in Punjab, India

Anurag Bhai Patidar

Dr Asha Sharma

Indian School Children can learn Basic Life Support Skills.

2009-2014

Anurag Bhai Patidar

Dr Asha Sharma

Contributing factors and safety related life style changes among older persons with history of fall.

Taru Bhandari et al

Jasbir Kaur, Anurag Bhai Patidar

Future nurses' perception towards profession: A cross sectional survey in Punjab state.

Neeraj Sharma et al

Anurag Bhai Patidar

2011

2012

2012

2012 Grinder Kaur

2012

Excessive day time sleepiness and associated quality of life among congestive heart failure patients in India. (Secondary Analysis)

Anurag Bhai Patidar

Ms. G. R. Andrews, Dr. S Seth

Palliative and supportive care in advanced heart failure. (Review Article)

Anurag Bhai Patidar

Anurag Bhai Patidar

Efficacy of Ginger extract on the symptoms of morning sickness among antenatal mothers in Punjab, India.

Manmeet Kaur

Anurag Bhai Patidar, Nidhi Sagar

“A comparative study on complications and pattern of recovery among post CABG male and female patients admitted in selected hospital of Ludhiana, Punjab, 2011”

Anurag Bhai Patidar, Bindu K

Comparative efficacy of heparin saline and normal saline flush for maintaining patency of peripheral intravenous lines: a randomized control trial.

Mamta Choudhary

Anurag Bhai Patidar, Bindu K.

2012

2012

2012

2013 Jasmine Kaur

HDHI, Ludhiana, Punjab

2013 Harpreet Kaur

Effect of music therapy on sleep quality among elderly residing in selected old age homes of Ludhiana, Punjab.

Rachna Sharma

Anurag Bhai Patidar

Prevalence of perceived abuse and neglect among elderly in Punjab, India.

Patidar AB, Lata A, Kaur J, Sharma SK

Perception and plans about profession among budding nurses: a descriptive survey.

Patidar AB, Kaur J, Sharma S.

Prevalence of obstructive sleep apnea risk and associated

Anurag Bhai Patidar, Prabhjot Saini, Dr. GS Wander.

sleep quality of life among congestive heart failure patients in

“A descriptive study to assess the self care of heart failure and associated quality of life among CHF patients

Anurag Bhai Patidar

2013 Sandeep Kaur

2013 Loveleen

2013

2013 Sanddep Kaur

Prevalence of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder among school children

Anurag Bhai Patidar, Mrs. Meenakshi, Dr. Sangeeta Girdhar

“A randomized control trial on efficacy of transparent film dressing vs pressure dressing on prevention of bleeding & discomfort among patients underwent coronary angiography at HDHI, Ludhiana”

Dr. Suresh K Sharma, Anurag Bhai Patidar, Dr. GS Wander

A comparative study to assess the perception of newly admitted and outgoing B.Sc. (N) students towards the nursing profession in selected Colleges, Dist. Ludhiana, Punjab.

Rajwinder Kaur et al

Anurag Bhai Patidar, Amninder Kaur

A Descriptive study on prevalence of Risk of Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Associated Sleep Quality of Life among elderly residing in selected old age homes of District Ludhiana, Punjab.

Anurag Bhai Patidar, Dr. Sarit Sharma

2013

2013

2013

2014

2014

Knowledge and practice of life style modifications among obese women of reproductive age group.

Kaur S, Patidar AB, Choudhary A, Kaur H.

A comparative study of the patients’ and staff nurses’ perception of environmental stressors in ICU at a

Kaur M, Patidar AB, Kaur J,

Domestic Violence and Its Contributory Factors among married Women in selected slums of Ludhiana, Punjab.

Kaur S, Patidar

Kaur S, Patidar AB, Meenakshi, Sharma S, Navneet.

Wakefulness regarding menstrual cycle and contraceptives among rural adolescent Punjabi girls.

Saini P, Sagar N, Patidar AB, Kaur J, Kaur D.

Level of Assertiveness among Staff Nurses Working in a selected hospital, Bhopal, MP

Mariya Joseph, Priyanka Upadhyay, Riji Johnson, Taposhi Mondal, Tintu Joseph.

Anurag Bhai Patidar

Author’s Email ID

9713008305

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Name of the Institution

Research Done During

[email protected] RD memorial college of nursing

while pursuing masters

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Jabalpur institute of nursing science and research




[email protected] choithram college of Nursing





9425959532

9685391966

[email protected] SDPS college of nursing


[email protected] Indore college of Nursing





[email protected] Hamad Hospital, Qatar



9893118278


[email protected] choithram college of Nursing




[email protected] Christian school of Nursing, Indore


[email protected]

Al wakra Hospital, Qatar



9424082541

9653786992

9893872597

[email protected] Life care school of Nursing, Indore


[email protected] Mother Marry Institution Of Nursing


[email protected] SAFE collerge of nursing, Indore.





7568919044

9427687095

[email protected] Mittal Hospital And College of Nursing, Pushkar Road, Ajmer


[email protected] Sandrashroff ROFEL College of Nursing, Gujrat




8827343430

9826350432 ESI Hospital

[email protected] SDPS college of nursing





9993975779

9424885679

[email protected] sunderdevi nursing college, Bhopal


[email protected]

VVM College Of Nursing, Bhopal



[email protected] RD Gardi college of Nursing,Ujjain


[email protected] Vidyanta Skills Institution,Gurgaon




9926254810

9826050048

[email protected] RD memorial college of nursing, Indore


Choithram College of Nursing


9966532281

7879316346




9827657249

919893183639

9981256459







9575372120 Choithram College of Nursing


9165657867



9926912506



917897379141

8901089634



918901497502

919406887870

919161745662




9926778231

919730622466



9407412944 2007-2008

9407412944 2008-2010

[email protected] College of Nursing

[email protected] College of

Nursing



8989573525 2009-2011

9407412944 2004-2006

9407413938 2008-2010


Nursing


Nursing


Nursing




9755819383 2008-2010

9755819383 2008-2010

8889190222 2009-2011


Nursing


Nursing


Nursing




9424010999 2008-2010

9977509896 2010-2012

8826922714 2009-2011


Nursing


Nursing


Nursing




9179788378 2009-2011

8817309690 2010- 2012

8797792868 2009- 2011

(guide) [email protected] College of

Nursing


Nursing

(guide )[email protected] College of

Nursing




9611388202 2010- 2012

9899677756 2010- 2012

9754326737 2004-2006

(guide) [email protected] College of

Nursing


Nursing


Nursing




2006-2008

9610525688 2005- 2007

2010-2012

(Guide) [email protected](Guide) 9407412944

Choitharam College of

Nursing

[email protected] Choitharam College of

Nursing

(Guide) [email protected](Gude) 9826287747


Nursing




9826287747 2005-2007

2011-2013


Nursing

[email protected] 9098391820, 9450951283


Nursing



2011-2013

2011-2013

[email protected] 9826884743, 04812471165

choitharam College of

Nursing

[email protected], 9447072697


Nursing



2011-2013

2011-2013



Nursing


C hoitharam College of

Nursing



[email protected] MASS College of Nursing, Udaipur

M.Sc.(N) Psychiatry

M.SC(n) PSYCHIATRY

bharatis60 @gmail.com

9960746229, 9422104694

Training College of Nursing.

Indira Gandhi Government

Medical College &Hospital.

Central Avenue. Nagpur-18

M.Sc.(N) Psychiatry


9833634503

8755004362

[email protected] M.Sc.(N) Psychiatry

[email protected] Herburtpur Christian Hospital,P.O.Herburtpur,Dist.. Dehradun,Uttarakhand

M.Sc.(N) Psychiatry



Canada

Canada

[email protected] M.Sc. (N) Psychiatry

[email protected] M.Sc. (N) Psychiatry



91-9793693331

9691119138

[email protected] College of Nursing,Institute of Medical Sciences,BHU, Varanasi

M.Sc. (N) Psychiatry

[email protected] Choithram College of Nursing, Manikbagh road, Indore




[email protected] 91-9825348869

Florence college of nursing,Kota(Raj).


J.J College of nursing, Ahemdabad(Gujarat)


97525244468

8763760770

[email protected] SAIF, College of nursing, Indore


Central Institute of Psychiatry, Ranchi



7879291612 R.D.Gardi College of nursing Ujjain (M.P)





9893510257

9460003300

[email protected] HOD, Department of Psychiatry, Choithram College of nursing indore (M.P.)


workisworship_ [email protected] Principal, ramsnehi college of nursing, bhilwara (Rajthan.)




9826389535

9460741430


P.G. College of nursing, Bhilai (C.G.)



9774363152

9424579431 2006-2007

[email protected] R.D. Gardi school of nursing, cloth market , Indore (M.P.)


[email protected]



9424579431 2006-2007

9826826480 2006-2007

9424579431 2007-2008

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9977306995 2008-2009

9826516641 2008-2009

9033851481 2008-2009

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Choithram college of nursing

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Jabalpur Institute of Nursing Sciences and Research

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Jabalpur Institute of

Nursing Sciences and Research,

Jabalpur



2008-2009

9977870756 2008-2009

9926717968 RD College Indore 2009-2010


[email protected] Indore nursing

college

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9754669869 2009-2010

9826054590 2009-2010

9424579431 2009-2010

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Bombay hospital college of nursing


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9752969552 2010-2011

9907727676 2010-2011

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Sundar Devi College of

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9424579431 2010-2011

9424579431 2010-2011

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9981303990 2010-2011

9424579431 2010-2011

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RD GARDI college of

nursing, Ujjain

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9977368064 2011-2012

8817312510 2011-2012

[email protected] College of Nursing, Indore.

[email protected] Gandhi

college, Bhopal



9424579431 2011-2012

9809714282 2011-2012

9424579431 2011-2012

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pragyan College of

Nursing,Bhopal.

meeramail.com kurivilla87@

Lourdh college of nursing,

Ernakulam

[email protected]



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9432162387

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National Institute for the Orthopaedically Handicapped

M.Sc. Final Year

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M.Sc. Final Year

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vinayak missions college of Nursing, Salem, india

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college of nursing CMC vellore

JSS college of nursing, Saraswathipuram, Mysore

9632101581

Nitte Usha Institute of nursing sciences, Manglore

[email protected]


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9881662175

M.M Instiute of Nursing M.M University, Ambala

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9422606483

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RGUHS, Bangalore

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Indian Journal Of Nursing Studies;Vol: 01;No:01(Jan-June2010)

Indian Journal Of Nursing Studies;Vol:01;No:02 (July-Dec 2010)

Indian Journal Of Nursing Studies;Vol:03;No:01 (Jan-June2012)

Indian Journal Of Nursing Studies;Vol:02;No:01 (Jan-June2011)

Indian Journal Of Nursing Studies;Vol:03;No:01 (Jan-June2013

Indian Journal Of Nursing Studies;Vol :03;No:01 (Jan-June2013)

IndianJournal Of Nursing Studies;Vol:03;No:01 (Jan-June 2012)

Indian Journal Of Nursing Studies;Vol:04;No:01 (Jan-June 3013)



Indian JournalOf Nursing Studies;Vol:04;No:01 (Jan-June 3013)

Indian journal of nursing studies,

volume 2, number 1

Indian Journal of Nursing Studies ,

volume 2, number 1


volume 3, number 2


volume 2, number 1

Indian Journal of Nursing Studies,

volume 3, Number 1


Volume 2, Number 1


volume 2, number 1


Volume 3, Number 2


Volume 2, Number 1

Indian Journal of Nursing, Volume 2,

Number 1

Indian Journal of Nursing,

Volume 1, Number 1

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IJNS,VOL.2,NO.4

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Indian Journal of Nursing Studies, Vol.1, No. 02(July - December 2010)

Indian Journal of Nursing Studies, Vol.1, No. 02(July - December 2010)



Published: International Journal of Palliative Nursing 2009, Vol 15, No 8

Indian Journal of Palliative Care / Jan-June 2009 / Vol-15 / Issue-1

International Journal of Nursing Practice 2006; 12: 241–246

Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing Vol. 26, No. 6, pp 452-459. 2011 Wolters Kluwer Health | Lippincott Williams & Wilkins

International Journal of Health Sciences and Research. 2014; 4(5): 193-201.

International Journal of Nursing Care. Vol 2; No. 2, 2014, pp:1-5.

International Journal of Nursing Care. 2013, July-Dec; 1(2):7-11.

Nursing and Midwifery Research Journal. 2011 Oct;7(4):175-85.

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Asian Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing. 2012 Jan 2012 Volume 20 No. 1: 15-18.

Journal of Symptoms and Signs. 2012 Oct; Volume 1 No. 4:151-6.

Journal of Symptoms and Signs. 2013 Jan; 2 (1):10-13.

Int J Health Sci Res. 2014;4(3):159-166.

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In Press Indian Journal of Nursing Studies

Baba Farid University Nursing Journal. 2012 May/June;2(1):38-42.

The Nursing Journal of India. 2012 Sep-Oct;Volume CIII No.5:221-25.

Journal of Symptoms and Signs. 2014;3(2):57-63

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International Journal of Current Research. Vol. 6, Issue, 09, pp.8470-72, Sep 2014.

International Journal of Nursing Education.2013 Jan-June; 5 (1):1-5.

International Journal of Nursing Education. 2013 Aug;5(2):114-Nursing and Midwifery Research Journal. 2014 Jan;10(1):30-35

International Jpurnal of Nursing Education. Vol 6;No. 2; July-Dec 2014.

17th NRSI Conference Proceedings to be held at Choithram Nursing College, Indore.

Abstract of the Study

design. A purposive sampling technique was used to select the sample comprised of 20 staff nurses working in labour room unit of selected hospital ay Indore. A structured knowledge questionnaire and observation check list were developed by the investigator for data collection. A validated protocol for 1st stage of labour was used. Reliability of the questionnaire was checked by split half method and reliability of the observation check list was checked by inter-rater method and both the tools questionnaire (r=0.923) and observation check list (r=0.938) were found to be reliable. The finding of the study indicated that the majority of nurses have good pre test knowledge score (X1=17.65) and moderate pre test practice score (Y1=45.9) of 1st stage of labour, this shows the inadequacy of knowledge practice and the need was felt to improve the knowledge about practices. The Mean post test knowledge score (X2 =24) was higher than the Mean pre test knowledge score (X1=17.65) and the Mean post test practice score (Y2 70.1) was higher than the Mean pre test practice secure (Y1 45.9). The ‘t’ value computed for the knowledge score (t19=7.89, p<0.001) and “t” value for the practice score (t19=16.54, p<0.001) showed a significant difference. The above findings are suggestive of the effectiveness protocol for the 1st stage of labour in increasing the knowledge and practice of nurses regarding 1st stage of labour management. There was a significant association between pretest knowledge and variables like experience in labour room (X2=4.10, p>005). Likewise the variable like educational qualification (X2=7.01, p<0.05) and marital status (X2=4.82, p<0.05) and showed a significant association between pre test practice score. Nurses working in the area like labour room should have commitment to provide quality nursing care.

A study to assess the effect of planned teaching program through booklet on antenatal care for pregnant women attending antenatal clinic at selected Hospitals. The objectives of the study were to assess the knowledge of pregnant women regarding antenatal care and assess the effect of planned teaching on antenatal acre to pregnant women attending antenatal clinics. A pre-experimental research approach using the one group pretest posttest design was adopted for the study. The population comprised of 40 antenatal women. In this one group pretest and posttest design only group is observed before and after the manipulation or intervention. A purposive sampling technique was used to select the samples. A structured questionnaire was developed for data collection. It was validated by experts. The reliability of the tool was calculated using spearman Brown’s Prophecy formula and the tool was found to be reliable (0.85). After conducting the study indicated that 24 (60%) samples had good knowledge and only 1 sample scored average knowledge. There was highly significant association between pretest and post test knowledge scorer of antenatal women (t39= 13.62)p< 0.05. The planned teaching (lesson plan ) through booklet on antenatal care which prepared by investigator was helpful for imparting antenatal care, to pregnant women attending antenatal clinic. Nurse administrator should take initiative in adapting policies or plan with the govt. of India of MP providing education to antenatal mothers during their antenatal visits at OPDs or antenatal clinic

experimental groups. In experimental group I, intervention was left lateral position and in experimental group II, the inmtervention was sitting position. the sample comprised of 30 primipara mothers, divided 10 in each groups, during 1st stage of labour with cervical dilatation between 4cm -7cm. A purposive sampling technique was used to select the samples. A structured questionaire, observational schedule and modified pain Behaviour Scale for pain assessment were used for data collection. the finding of the study revield that in control group 8 (80%), 1 (10%), 1 (10%) subjects had very severe pain, severe and unbearable pain respectively, whereas in experimental group I (left lateral position), 9 (90%) and 1 (10%) subjects had severe pain and very severe pain respectively. In experimental II (sitting position), 5 (50%) and rest 5 (50%) subjects had only moderate pain and severe pain respectively. The computed "t" value was t18= 2.21, p < 0.05 which proved that the left lateral position reduce the labopur pain significantly. The computed value "t" value was t18= 13.78, p < 0.001 which proved that the sitting position was highl;y beneficial in reducing labour pain during 1st stage of labour. The pain score of sitting position (6.1 )was lower as compared to that of left lateral position (8.55) and the computed "t" value was( t18= 6.44, p < 0.001). This significantly proved that sitting position is better as compared to left lateral position in the reduction of labour pain intensity among primi para mothers, during 1st stage of labour. There was also a significnat associat6ion between labour pain intensity and the presence of family members with mothers, during 1st stage of labour (X2 = 9.49, p< 0.05).A study to evaluate the “effectiveness of protocol for care of parturient among trained midwives in terms of knowledge and practices at selected hospitals of Indore ’’ The study adopted an Evaluative research approach with pre experimental one group pre test posttest design. The population comprised of 30 trained midwives working in labour room A purposive sampling technique was used to select the samples. In the main study a pre test was given to 30 trained midwives. A structured knowledge questionnaire and an observation checklist were developed for data collection. The findings of the pretest scores indicated that the majority 26 (86.66%) of midwives has only average knowledge (X1 Mean score=13.5) (Maximum score 24). Only 4 (13.33%) scored good knowledge scores. No participants have poor knowledge scores. Regarding their practice scores 26 (86.66%) of midwives have good practices. Only 4 (13.33%) had very good practice scores. No participants in the study scored average and poor practice scores. The findings also showed a significant correlation between knowledge scores and practice scores (r==0.37 p<0.05) in pretest and in post test there was a highly significant correlation (r= 0.69 p<0.001). The Mean posttest knowledge score (X2 21.76) was higher than the Mean pre test knowledge score (X1=13.5) and the Mean posttest practice score (Y2 159.36) was higher than the Mean pre test practice score (Y1 125.06). The “t” value computed for the knowledge score (t 29=20.76, p<0.001) and “t” value for the practice score (t29 =17.23,p<0.001) showed a significant difference with the use of protocol for care of parturient by the midwives. The protocol for care of parturient has facilitated the midwives to learn more on

A pre-experimental one group pretest post test approach was adopted to assess the effectiveness of PTP regarding the use of partograph during labor on the knowledge & practice of trained midwives working in selected hospitals of Indore. The sample comprised of 50 trained midwives, working in labour room. Sample was selected using purposive sampling technique. A structured knowledge questionnaire and checklist were used to assess the knowledge and practice on the use of partograph. A planned teaching program was administered regarding the use of partograph. Findings of the study indicated that the trained midwives had mean pretest knowledge score (10.86) and mean pretest practice score was (3.18). The mean post test knowledge score was (17.20) and practice score was (13.58), which were higher than the pretest scores. The‘t’ test computed for knowledge was (t49= 16.69, p< 0.05), and practice ( t 49 = 19.92, p< 0.05).The highly significant difference depicted by ‘t’ test suggest that the planned teaching program was effective in increasing the knowledge and improving the practice of the use of partograph among trained midwives.Key Words: Planned Teaching Programme (PTP), partograph, knowledge, practice, Trained- midwives.

a study to assess the"effectiveness of protocol for postnatal care in terms of knowledge and practices among trained midwives. The study adopted an evaluative research approach with pre experimental one group pre test post test design. In the main study a pre test was given to 50 trained midwives. The findings of pretest scores indicated that the majority 32 (64%) of midwives has only average knowledge (mean score=14.86) (maximum score 24). 13(26%) scored good knowledge scores while 5 (10%) scored poor in knowledge. regarding their practice scores 6(12%) of midwives have good practices. only 6(12%) of respondents scored good (19-27),and an equal number of the respondents 22 (44%) scored fall in both average (10-18)as well aspoor(1-9)grade.the findings also showed a positive correlation between knowledge scores and practice scores(r=0.103) in pretest and in post test there was again a positive correlation (r=0.03). The mean posttest knowledge score (21.98) was higher than the mean pre test knowledge score (14.86) and the mean posttest score(23.54) was higher than the mean pretestpractice score (11.9). The “t” value computed for the knowledge score (t49=12.80,p<0.001) and “t” value for the practice score (t49=14.67,p<0.001) showed a significant difference with use of protocol for postnatal care by midwives

A Quasi- Experimental study to assess the effectiveness of planned teaching program on the knowledge regarding warning signs during pregnancy among primi antenatal mothers at selected urban health centres of Indore. The objectives of the study were to find out the effectiveness of planned teaching program through booklet on the knowledge of primi antenatal mothers regarding warning signs of pregnancy. A Quasi- experimental one group pre-test and post approach was adopted in the study. The population consisted of primi antenatal mothers accessible at urban health centres of Indore. A sample size of 50 primi antenatal mothers was selected using purposive sampling. A structured knowledge questionnaire was developed by the investigator for data collection. A planned teaching program was administered regarding warning signs of pregnancy with structured teaching booklet. Both the tools i.e. structured knowledge questionnaire and booklet were validated by the express. Reliability of the tool was done using Split Half method, Karl Pearson (Correlation Coefficient) formula and it was found to be significant i.e. value 0.84. After conducting the pilot study a final study was carried out on 50 primi antenatal mothers available at the selected urban health centres of Indore. The planned teaching programme was administered 7 days after the administration of pre-test and post- test. Findings of the study indicated that the mean post test knowledge score of primi antenatal mother was 12.92, which was found to be higher than the mean pre test knowledge score of primi antenatal mothers, 5.32. The ‘t’ test computed (‘t’50 = 31.66, p<0.05), showed highly significant difference in pre test and post test A quasi experimental study to determine the effect of shavasana on reduction of stress among postnatal mothers admitted in selected hospitals of Indore. The study made use of an evaluator research approach with one group pretest posttest design. The study conducted at selected hospitals of Indore. The population consisted of postnatal mothers. Purposive sampling technique was used to select 30 postnatal mothers based on certain pre determined criteria. A structured questionnaire was used to collect the data. Validity done by 6 experts and reliability of the tool was established by using split half and measured Karl Pearson correlation coefficient formula. The result obtained are “r= 0.81”. Thus this method tested reliability of tool. A planned program was prepared based on reliability of literature and content validity. Pilot study was conducted to confirm the feasibility of conducting the main study. Most of the subjects 12 (40%) had no previous issue. 8 of the subjects had previous 1 issue and remaining 8 (26.66%) had two children and 2 (6.6.%) subject had more than 2 children. 15 (50%) of the subject were primi and multipara respectively . 18 (60%) of subjects had male new born and 12 (40 %) subjects had female newborn. All the subjects 30 (100%) had 3-6 postnatal days. The findings revealed stress score, mean (19.8 ) in posttest when compared to their pretest score mean 34.13. the Sd 4.01 and 7.7 the ‘t=11.20’ at the level p< 0.001 showed a highly significant reduction in stress scores. The intervention that is shavasana was effective for postnatal mothers. In pretest it was found that all the subjects 25 (83.33%) categorized under moderate stress level, and 16.66 % subjects were in low stress level and after

Antenatal period is a critical time in the life of a woman. This phase could be simple and smooth or filled with problems. Early identification and management of women at risk for pregnancy-induced hypertension (PIH) may help prevent some complications of the disease. Therefore, a quasi-experimental one-group pre-test posttest control group design was adopted in the study. The population consisted of antenatal mothers having pregnancy induced hypertension admitted in the selected hospital of Indore. The sample comprised of 20 antenatal mothers having pregnancy-induced hypertension on antihypertensive drugs. Purposive sampling technique was used to select the samples. For data collection a structured pregnancy induced hypertension assessment checklist was developed. Shavasana practice was administered in experimental group. A rating scale was used to assess the relaxation after the shavasana. The experts validated the tool and structured shavasana demonstration and the reliability of the tool was established to the expected desired value. On first day sample was divided into two group experimental group and control group. Pre-test was conducted for both the groups by using PIH assessment checklist to measure the severity of PIH; B.P was monitored before and after shavasana practice for experimental group and B.P. was checked without shavasana in control group for seven days. Findings revealed in experimental group the mean post systolic B.P.(121.8) was less than the mean pre Systolic B.P.(125). The computed ‘t’ value showed that there was significant difference between pre and post Systolic B.P.(t(9) = 8.42, P<0.05 level).This indicated that Shavasana was effective in reducing Systolic B.P. Mean post diastolic B.P. (83) was less than the mean pre diastolic B.P. (86.3). The computed‘t’ value showed that there was significant difference between pre and post diastolic B.P.(t(9) = 8.46, P<0.05 level). This indicated that Shavasana was effective in reducing diastolic B.P in experimental group. In control group, mean post systolic B.P. (131) was less than the mean pre Systolic B.P.(131.4). The computed ‘t’ value showed that there An exploratory study to assess the severity of menopausal symptoms and the life satisfaction levels among menopausal women. The objectives of the study are to assess the severity of menopausal symptoms, various degree of individual menopausal symptoms and to assessment of life-satisfaction levels of menopausal women. The study had an exploratory cross-sectional design. The population comprised of menopausal women within the age limit of age of 40-55 years who visited the O.P.D of District hospital as patient attendants and who agreed to respond to the interview. A sample size of150 menopausal women was selected using convenience sampling. The investigator used a Rating Scale consisting of 12 items to assess the severity of menopausal symptoms and a Rating Scale consisting of 8 items to assess the life satisfaction levels of menopausal women. Reliability was calculated using split half method and the ‘r’ value was 0.88 of the Menopause Rating Scale and 0.97 of the Modified Life Satisfaction Scale, which shows that the tool was reliable. In this study, 42% had severe menopausal symptoms, 30% had moderate menopausal symptoms and 19% had very severe menopausal symptoms and 9% had mild menopausal symptoms. Out of 150 menopausal women, 71 (47%) were dissatisfied, 35% (23%) claimed to have a neutral attitude towards their transition stage, 31 (21%) were satisfied, 10 (7%) were very satisfied with their menopausal life and 3 (2%) were very dissatisfied with their menopausal life. There was a significant association between the life satisfaction levels of menopausal women and the average monthly income of the family (X2 =22.13, P<0.05), and also their work status (X2=67.16,P<0.001). Public

A quasi-experimental study was conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of flow sheet used in critical postnatal unit by trained midwives. 20 trained midwives were (selected) in the study by using purposive sampling technique. A developed (standard?) flow-sheet, questionnaire regarding critical postnatal care, questionnaire regarding flow sheet and a checklist on the opinion of trained midwives regarding the acceptability of flow-sheet was used in the study. Majority i.e. 50% of the trained midwives were of the age group between 20-24 years with the working experience of <1 year in postnatal ward. Mean post-test knowledge score was 25% which is higher than pre-test knowledge score i.e. 20%. 65% had excellent knowledge score regarding care of critical post natal mothers. Paired ‘t’ test value was found to be 12.31 at p< 0.00, this showed that (flowsheet) highly significant. 60% trained midwives had used flow sheet in proper manner and 95% trained midwives had positive response and accepted that flow-sheet is an important documentation to improve the quality care, assessment skill and prevent duplication of data. Key words: Flow sheet, documentation, critical postnatal mothers, trained midwives

An exploratory research design was adopted to assess the knowledge and practice regarding cervical cancer. The population comprised of married women between the age 20 -60 years and above residing in the urban slums of Indore (M.P). A sample size of 100 married women was selected using purposive sampling. The investigator used a structured questionnaire of 9 items to assess the knowledge regarding early diagnosis and prevention of cervical cancer, checklist to assess the prevailing risk factor which had 9 items and a questionnaire of 6 items to assess the hygiene practices of women. Reliability was calculated using split half method and the ‘r’ value was 0.8. The findings revealed that all of the subjects 100(100%) had no knowledge regarding early diagnosis and prevention of cervical cancer. The study revealed that 86(86%) of the subjects were at low risk for cervical cancer, 14(14%) of them are at moderate risk for developing cervical cancer. The findings also revealed that 92(92%) of the subjects were having poor hygienic practices, 8(8%) of them are having good hygienic practices. There is a need to create public awareness about the benefits provided by the government through various health schemes and all government hospitals must make these schemes available to the population. Nurses should also be trained through in-service education to spread the health awareness to the individuals and families.

A comparative study to “assess the perinatal outcome among booked and unbooked mothers. A descriptive comparative research approach was adopted. The population comprised of 200 postnatal mothers. Purposive sampling technique was utilized to select 200 postnatal mothers on 2nd postnatal day. The findings of the study revealed that 98 (73.1%) of the booked postnatal mothers belonged to the age group of 21 – 30 years. Majority, 68 (50.7%) of the booked mothers, belonged to rural areas of Indore and 90 (67.2%) belonged to joint family. 71(53%) of booked mothers, had primary school education. Regarding the dietary pattern of booked mothers, 103 (76.9%) were non-vegetarian and 68 (50.7%) had an average monthly income of more than 6000 Rs. /month. 128 (95.5%) of them were housewives. Regarding the parity of booked mothers, 77 (57.5%) were multi gravida, and 57 (42.5%) were primi gravida. All 134 (100%) booked mothers, had more than three antenatal visits. Majority of booked mothers, 70 (52.2%) had registered themselves in the second trimester, 44 (32.8%) were registered in the first trimester itself and 20 (15%) were registered in the third trimester. The findings revealed that out of 66 unbooked mothers, 48 (72.7%) of them belonged to the age group of 21 – 30 years. 44 (66.7%) of the unbooked mothers, belonged to rural areas of Indore and 45 (68.2%) belonged to joint family. Majority of unbooked mothers, 32 (48.5%) had primary school education. Regarding the dietary pattern of unbooked mothers, 42 (63.6%) were non-vegetarian, and 40 (60.6%) had an average monthly income between 2001-4000 Rs./month. 65 (98.5%) of them were housewives. Regarding the parity of unbooked mothers, 37 (56.1%) were multi gravida, and 29 (43.9%) were primi gravida. 66 (100%) unbooked mothers, had never attended the antenatal clinics and 66(100%) were registered at the time of admission for delivery. The findings of the study revealed that 23(52%) of the rural unbooked mothers had normal delivery and 33(75%) Today, various pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions are used to relieve the labor pain. Parturient mothers may experience significant pain during labor but the severity of labor pain can be minimized by massage therapy. Therefore, a quasi-experimental study to assess the effectiveness of abdominal effleurage on labor pain intensity during 1st stage of labor among parturient mothers admitted in the labor room at selected hospital of Indore was undertaken. Two group pre-test post-test design was used in the study. Non-probability purposive sampling technique was used to select 60 parturient mothers. This study was being conducted at Christian Hospital, Indore. Statistical Analysis revealed that there is no significant association between the labor pain intensity & selected variables of control group as well as in experimental group at the level of p<0.05. Pain scores revealed that there is significant effectiveness of abdominal effleurage on the labor pain intensity. The statistical pain difference of the intensity of pain scores of the control and experimental group was computed by Mann Whitney U value (p ≤0.000), which proved to be significant at the level of p ≤0.001. Keywords: Abdominal Effleurage, Labor Pain Intensity, 1st Stage of Labor, Parturient Mothers

An experimental study to assess the effectiveness of Early breast feeding on third stage of labour among intranatal mothers admitted in selected hospitals of Indore. A posttest only type of true experimental research design was adopted. The population of the study consisted of all intranatal mothers admitted in the selected hospitals of Indore. Random sampling technique was utilized to select 60 intranatal mothers based on certain predetermined criteria. Randomly by lottery method 30 mothers were assigned each to control and experimental group. The study reveals that in experimental group out of 30 Intranatal mothers, 19(63.3%) belonged to the age group of 21-25 years. Whereas in control 21(70%) out of 30 belong to the age group of 21-25 years. In experimental group majority were second gravid i.e. 21(70%) and in control group 18(60%) were second gravida. In experimental group 21 (70%) were first para and second control group 19 (63.3%) of them were first para. All of the 60 mothers had ANC registration. All of the mothers of experimental group were literate where as only 19 (63.3%) of mothers were literate in control group. The gap between 2 pregnancies was two years in 28 (93.3%) mothers of experimental group and 3 years in 16 mothers of control group. The findings of the study showed that they mean duration of the third stage of labor in experimental group was 7.4 min. was standard deviation 1.07 and of the control, group was 12.66min. and standard deviation was 1.79, mean difference was 5.27 and df is 58which was found to be significant at t=14.19, p=0.001. The findings of the study indicated that the mean blood loss in the third stage of labour in experimental group was 118.67 ml with An exploratory study to assess the common health problems among mothers during postnatal period. The study had an exploratory cross- sectional design. The population comprised of postnatal mothers in the age group of 20 years and above. A sample of 100 postnatal mothers (50 Normal vaginal delivery + 50 LSCS) were selected. Postnatal mothers who had normal vaginal delivery were considered to be G-1(group one) and postnatal mothers who were undergone LSCS were considered to be G-2(group two). The findings of the study revealed that from the G-1, 15 (30%) and from G-2, 33(66%) had experienced headache. Among the mothers from the G-1, 40(80%) and mothers from G-2, 49(98%) had compliant of sleeplessness. The problem of engorgement of breasts was found in 29 (58%) G-1 and 33 (66%) in G-2. The study findings revealed that 18 (36%) of G-1and 35(70%) of G-2 had problem in positioning during feeding. 35 (70%) of G-1 and 24(48%) of G-2 had problem of not enough secretion of milk. 17 (34%) of G-1 and 25(50%) of G-2 had compliant of anorexia. All subjects from both groups had experienced lower abdominal pain. 43(86%) of G-1 and 34(68%) of G-2 had constipation. Majority 49(98%) who had normal vaginal delivery had experienced pain in perineal area. All the subjects who had undergone LSCS had experienced pain at the suture site. 47 (94%) of G-1 and all the subjects from G-2 had experienced backache. 29(58%) of G-1 and 38(76%) of G-2 had fatigue after delivery. significant association was found between years of marriage (χ2=30.82, P<0.001) and gravida of the postnatal mothers (χ2=49.55, P< 0.001).A quasi-experimental study to assess the effectiveness of infrared radiation therapy on caesarian section wound healing process & pain among post natal mothers at selected hospitals of Indore in the year 2010-2011.The samples consist of 60 postnatal mothers undergone CS. Sampling technique was purposive sampling. Tool consist of 3 sections, demographic variables, REEDA wound healing assessment scale & numerical pain scale. The group was divided into two i.e. experimental & control group. IRT was administered in the experimental group and the observations were made in both the groups regarding wound healing & pain. Finding revealed that mean wound healing status in experimental group was 6.7 with SD 1.00630 and of the control group was 8.56 and SD 0.50401. Mean difference was 1.80000 which was found to be significant (at t58=8.760, p<0.001). Mann Whitney U test was applied in comparison of pain score among experimental and control group, intra group comparison of pain before & after intervention in group-1 & 2, intergroup comparison of pain score after intervention in group-1 & 2. The major findings of the study stated that there was significant reduction in pain intensity at CS site just after intervention and the therapy lasted for 30 mins after intervention and after one hour the effect of therapy came back near to the pre observational data.

The women experience pain during labor and birth is subjective, individualized and caused by a number of interrelating factors. Activity during labor will distract the mother from discomfort & will give a sense of greater personal freedom and will provide a way to release muscle tension. Therefore, a quasi- experimental study to assess the effectiveness of Birthing Ball Exercise in reducing labor pain intensity and enhancing cervical dilatation during 1st stage of labor among parturients. A total of 60 parturients having cervical dilatation between 4cm- 10cm were selected by using simple random technique. Birthing Ball Exercise was done when the mother sit on the ball and do pelvic movement for 30 minutes, which included side wise rocking movement & front followed with back movement. Tool used was structured observational schedule, numerical Pain scale, Modified Fordyce pain behavior scale & Partograph. The mean and SD of Pain Score in numerical scale were 0.48+ 0.15, ‘t’ value was 17.47. The mean and SD of Pain Score in modified Fordyce pain behavior scale were 2.10+ 1.06, ‘t’ value was 10.75. This indicated that there was significant reduction in labor pain intensity after Birthing Ball Exercise among experimental group. The mean and SD of cervical dilatation was 2.28+ 0.79, ‘t’ value was 2.94.. This indicated that there was no significant change in cervical dilatation after Birthing Ball Exercise among experimental group Keywords: Birthing Ball Exercise, Parturients, Partopraph, level of pain, cervical dilatation.

Even though delivery is a natural phenomenon, it has been observed that the accompanying pain is considered severe or extreme in more than half of cases and relief from such pain is sought after by health care team and the parturient. Therefore, a study to assess the effectiveness of acupressure therapy (SP6 point) in reducing labor pain and enhancing cervical dilatation during first stage of labor among parturients admitted in the labor room of selected hospitals of Indore was undertaken. Quasi-experimental approach was used with two group nonequivalent control group design. 60 parturients in first stage of labor as per the predetermined inclusion criteria were selected by purposive sampling technique. Acupressure therapy was given to experimental group on SP6 point during each contraction for 30 minutes and routine care was given to control group. Findings of the study revealed that there was a significant difference in pain intensity of experimental group and control group at t58 = 25.3 at the level of p < 0.001 and there was a significant difference in pain intensity assessed by Modified Pain Behavior Scale of experimental group and control group i.e. t58 = 16.43 at the level of p<0.001. Hence, it was inferred that acupressure therapy (SP 6 point) was effective in reducing labor pain. Findings also revealed that mean cervical dilatation of experimental group was 1.43 which was significantly higher than the mean cervical dilatation of control group i.e. 0.95 and there was significant difference in cervical dilatation of experimental group and control group i.e. t58 = 6.68 at the level of p<0.001. Hence, it was proved that acupressure therapy (SP 6 point) was effective in enhancing cervical dilatation. Keywords: Parturients, labor pain intensity, cervical dilatation, acupressure therapy, SP6 (San-Yin-Jiao) point, first stage of labor.

Several agents have been used for neonatal umbilical cord care, but we did not find any study evaluating the study of human milk on umbilical cord separation time. A quasi experimental study to assess the effectiveness of breast milk application on umbilical cord stump Vs dry cord care among neonates at selected hospital of Indore. The sample comprised of 100 normal neonates. Independent variables were breast milk application and dry cord care and dependent variables were umbilical cord separation times (UCST) and cord infection. The tools used for data collection were demographic, obstetrical and neonatal variable performa, observational check list and rating scale. The reliability of the tool was determined by rater-inter rater technique and Karl Pearson’s r = 0.83. Mean umbilical cord separation times (UCST) of control group (M=8.8, SD=61.30) was higher than experimental group (M=5.2, SD=35.7). The mean difference was 3.6, SE = 0.19 the‘t’ value was found to be 18.94. The difference was found highly significant at p < 0.001 levels. The incidence rate of infection - 92 % were without infection and 8 % showed signs of inflammation, serous discharge from the base of umbilical cord stump which finally gives the conclusion that they were having infection. Whereas 100 % of the neonates of experimental group were not having any infection. 50 % of the mothers were satisfied in experimental group and 44 % were highly satisfied, whereas in control group 44 % of mothers were unsatisfied and 32 % were highly unsatisfied.Key words: Umbilical cord, breast milk, dry cord care, cord infection.

A QUASI-EXPERIMENTAL APPROACH WAS ADOPTED TO DETERMINE THE EFFECT OF SOCIAL SUPPORT AMONG MOTHERS IN SELECTED HOSPITALS OF INDORE. THE SAMPLE COMPRISED OF 60 PARTURIENT MOTHERS WHO WERE ADMITTED IN LABOR ROOM WITH TRUE LABOR PAINS IN FIRST STAGE OF LABOR. SAMPLE WAS SELECTED USING CONVINIENT SAMPLING TECHNIQUE. OBSERVATIONAL CHECKLIST OF BEHAVIOURAL RESPONSE, AND OBSERVED LABOR RECORD, & MODIFIED MULTIDIMENSIONAL SCALE USED TO DETERMINE THE EFFECT OF SOCIAL SUPPORT. THE MEAN SCORE OF THE EXPERIMENTAL GROUP (11.60) IS HIGHER THAN THE CONTROL GROUP (9.17). THE DISPERSION OF THE EXPERIMENTAL GROUP SCORE (SD=+ 1.303) IS HIGHER THAN THE DISPERSION SCORE OF THE CONTROL GROUP (SD+ 1.206) AND THE COMPUTED 't' VALUE SHOWS THAT THERE IS A SIGNIFICANT DIFFERENCEBETWEEN THE LABOR OUTCOME SCORES OF THE CONTROL AND EXPERIMENTAL GROUP (t58 =9.17, p< 0.001 LEVEL. HENCE IT CAN BE STSTED THAT EXPERIMENTAL GROUP MOTHER'S SOCIAL SUPPORT DURING LABOR HAS THE BETTER OUTCOME THAN THE CONTROL GROUP MOTHERS.

Dysmenorrhea is a common gynecological complaint among adolescent girls and women of reproductive age. Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) therapies can be adopted as interventions to prevent or alleviate dysmenorrhea. Therefore, a pre-experimental study was conducted to assess the effectiveness of acupressure therapy (Sp6 point) on dysmenorrhoea during the first day of menstruation among nursing students at selected Nursing Colleges of Indore. The study approach was pre-experimental with Two group pre-test post-test Research Design. Purposive sampling technique was done to select 60 respondents suffering with dysmenorrhoea during their first day of menstruation as per predetermined inclusion criteria. Data was collected with the help of Numerical Pain Intensity Scale for assessing the intensity of dysmenorrhoea and the pain intensity was recorded. Participants received acupressure therapy, in Group I at every 4 hours for the first day of menstruation alternating between each leg at the Sanyinjiao (SP6) acupoint, whereas those in the Group II received acupressure therapy at every 8 hours for the first day of dysmenorrhoea by the researcher. In each session of acupressure, the researcher took pretest & posttest by administering the Numeric Pain Intensity Scale (NPIS)to the respondents experiencing dysmenorrhoea. Findings of the study revealed that there was a significant difference in pain intensity assessed by Numerical Pain Intensity Scale of Group I and Group II at t58 = .002 at the level of p<0.001. Hence, it was inferred that acupressure therapy (SP6 point) in Group I was more effective in reducing the intensity of dysmenorrhoea. Therefore, H4 was accepted and it was concluded that acupressure therapy (SP6 point) in Group I significantly reduces the intensity of dysmenorrhoea.Keywords: Intensity of Dysmenorrhoea, Acupressure therapy, SP6 point, Effectiveness, Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM ), Numeric Pain Intensity Scale (NPIS)Knowledge about childbirth and parenting has historically been gained informally from other women, mainly family members, and through practical experience of assisting with child-rearing in extended families. Women do not have a realistic understanding of the burden of parenthood, or the changes in lifestyle and relationships that come with it. Therefore, a pre-experimental study to assess the effectiveness of antenatal educational package (AEP) through booklet on knowledge regarding antenatal, intranatal and postnatal care and labor outcome among primi antenatal mothers at selected hospitals of Indore. The study approach was pre-experimental with one group pre test post test research design. Purposive sampling technique was done to select 60 primi antenatal mothers in their third trimester attending antenatal clinic and admitted in selected hospitals of Indore fulfilling the inclusion criteria. Data were collected with interview schedule to assess the knowledge & Labor outcome assessment. Findings of the study revealed that the computed chi- squares values between the pre-test knowledge scores and the socio demographic variables like educational status, type of family and information regarding antenatal educational package was found statistically significant with chi-square values of 28.52, 34.37 and 6.76 respectively at p< 0.05. Hence H1, i.e. there is significant association between the knowledge score and selected socio demographic variables among the primi antenatal mothers at the level of p<0.05 was accepted. The mean post test knowledge score 22.40 was higher than mean pre test knowledge score 15.01. The computed‘t’ value (t59 = 9.902) was higher at the level of p<0.001. The results also revealed that antenatal educational package regarding antenatal, intra natal and postnatal care among the antenatal mothers was effective and brought about the excellent changes in their level of knowledge. An informational booklet was economic and more useful to disseminate the knowledge and with the objective of

Breast feed is the most natural food and breast milk is the best milk for the baby. When it is not possible to directly breast-feed, expression of breast milk is beneficial for both baby as well as the mother; it provides nutrition to the child and prevents breast complications in mother. Thus, a pre-experimental study to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching program through pamphlet on knowledge and practice (through return demonstration) regarding Expression of Breast Milk (EBM) and its storage among working antenatal mothers in selected hospitals of Indore was done. A pre- experimental research approach with one group pretest and posttest design was used to observe the effectiveness of structured teaching program on the knowledge of EBM and its storage among working mothers. The population consisted of working antenatal mothers both primigravida and multigravida mothers attending Choithram Hospital and KRG’s Blessed Mom’s Clinic of Indore. A sample size of 60 working antenatal mothers was selected using purposive sampling technique. Structured questionnaire was developed for data collection. A planned teaching program was carried out regarding expression of breast milk and its storage with the help of a Pamphlet on EBM and procedure of expression of breast milk was demonstrated on dummy breast. Tools, i.e. knowledge questionnaire, practice (through return demonstration) checklist and pamphlet were validated by the experts. Reliability of the tool was assessed by using Karl Pearson Coefficient Test. The post test was taken after 7 days of pre test and structured teaching program. Findings of the study indicated that the mean pre test score of knowledge was 3.75 and post test scores of knowledge score of working antenatal mothers was 9.35 with the mean difference of 5.666. The computed ‘t’ value of 29.63 at degree of freedom 59, showed that there was significant difference in the knowledge score of pre test and post score at the level p 0.05. For practice (through return demonstration), Husband can give important psychological and emotional support to the wife during her pregnancy and child birth. This, in turn, can reduce pain, panic and exhaustion during delivery. Therefore, an experimental study was conducted to determine the effectiveness of Educational Program on “husband’s support during labour”, among husbands of parturient in first stage of labour at selected hospitals of Indore. The sample comprised of 30 husbands (15 in experimental group and 15 in control group) selected through random sampling (lottery method). Observational checklist for assessing the Response of the Husband during labour was used and Perceived Husband’s Support by wives was taken anytime within the first 2 postpartum days. The comparison between groups showed that there was statistically significant difference, ‘t’=11.88 at the level p≤0.001 in the Response of Husband during labour among experimental and control group husbands. Also there was a statistically significant difference, ‘t’=13.366 at the level p≤0.001 in Perceived Husband’s Support by wives among experimental and control group. Thus, Educational Program was found effective in bringing a statistically significant difference in the Response of Husband during labour and Perceived Husband Support by wives. Hence, it is recommended to involve the husbands in the care of their wives and prepare them during antenatal period with regard to pregnancy and child birth, especially being a support during labour.Key Words: Educational Program, husband’s support, first stage of labour, parturient.

A pre-experimental one group pre- test post- test approach was adopted in the study. The population consisted of GDM mothers both primi and multi gravida mothers in Choithram Hospital and KRG Blessed Mom’s Clinic of Indore. A sample size of 50 GDM mothers was selected using purposive sampling. A structured questionnaire was developed by the investigator for data collection. A planned teaching program was given regarding gestational diabetes with structured teaching booklet. Both the tools i.e. modified knowledge questionnaire and booklet were validated by the experts. Reliability of the tool was assessed by using Karl Pearson Coefficient Test. After conducting the pilot study a final study was carried out on 50 GDM mothers. The post test was done 8-10 days of pretest and structured teaching program. Findings of the study indicated that the mean pretest score was 6.84 and post test scores of GDM mothers was 11.84. The computed chi- square values between pretest knowledge score and selected demographic variables like education and frequency of meals was 14.17 and 9.68 which was higher than the table value at p ≤ 0.05 respectively. Thus H1 is accepted at level at the level of p ≤ 0.05. Mean knowledge score of GDM mothers was 6.84 and post test mean knowledge score was 11.84. Mean difference in between pretest knowledge and post test knowledge was 5.00 and S.D was 1.24. The computed paired “t” test value showed that there is significant difference between pre test and post test knowledge score [ t(50) =28.38, p0.05 level]. Hence H2 is accepted at the level of p ≤ 0.05.Keywords: Gestational Diabetes Mellitus, Knowledge, Risk factor, Effectiveness, Booklet

In the community mothers and children constitute a priority for maternal and infant mortality is a social factor which includes age at marriage, level of education, type of family, customs and cultural practices. In India the percentage of marriage girls among 15-19 years is 58.6% in rural and 27.9% in urban slums. Young adolescent mothers given birth to smaller babies than do older mothers largely because they are likely to be smaller and more impoverished than adult mothers. therefore a comparative study was taken to assess the knowledge and practice of mothers regarding child rearing at selected urban slums of Indore during 2006.In the study non experimental reasersch design was used , by purposive sampling technique 30 samples were selected. Structured interview schedule was used to assess the knowledge and practice of adolescent mothers regarding child rearing. The result showed that adolescent mothers had mean knowledge score was 6.8 and mature mothers had mean knowledge score was 10.3 and mean practice score was 6.9 and 10.9 in adolescent and mature mothersrespectievly regarding child rearing. There was significant correlation between knowledge and practice of mothers. Significant association was found between knowledge and education level and nuber of children. The findings of the study have implications for nursing practice, nursing educationand nursing administration and nursingresearch. Health education can be imparted to the mothers to improve the health of motehrs and healthy baby.

A pre experimental study to determine the effectiveness of anthelmintic and diet plan administration on anemia among adolescent in selected setting at indore.A sample of 47 adollescent girls were selected by using purposive sampling.The independent variable was anthelmintic agent mebendazole 100 mg B.D. for three days and diet plan on anemia and dependent variable was the Anemia(Hb level).Data wa collected by Haemoglobinometer.Reliability of the tool was done using the Karl Pearson (r=0.91).A pilot study was conducted and the final study was carried out on 47 samples.The Hb testing was done.Anthehelmintic and diet plan was given to 36 anemic adollescent girls.After 15 days Hb was rechecked.Over all prevelance of anaemia was found 76.40%.Mean pre test Hb level was found 8.43gm/dl.Mean post test Hb level was found 8.81gm?dl.The 't' value computed (t=4.58) showed that significant different suggesting that the Anthemintic and diet plan was effective in effective in increasing the Hb level.

Hypertension is one of the mankind's most common disease affecting 15-20% of all adults and highly prevalent in India. If it is left untreated, nearly half of the patients die due to it. Most of the risk factors of hypertension are modifiable and HTN can be controlled through information and education to the people. Therefore a study is taken to evaluate the effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme through booklet regarding HTN among hypertensive patients at selected community of Indore. A pre experimental research approach using one group pre test and post test design was adopted for the study. 60 samples were selected by using purposive sampling technique. A structured questionnaire was developed to collect the data regarding knowledge of HTN. The mean pre test knowledge score was found 11.4 and 7 days after the admiistration of STP post test was taken. The mean pre test knowledge score was 11.4 and The mean post test knowledge score found 17.9. There was significant improvement in the knowledge score (t value- 19.42) after the administration of STP. The findings of study have implication in nursing education, practice and research. Outcome of HTN can be improved by giving information to the patients and people through education programme through booklet or leaflets.

A study to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching programme through booklet regarding complementary feeding among mothers at selected urban community in indore. A pre- experimental research approach using one group pre-test posttest design was adopted for the study. The population comprised of 30 mothers. In this one group pre-test and post test design only one group is observed before and after the manipulation or intervention. A purposive sampling technique was used to select the samples. The study intended to measure the gain of knowledge score of mothers after they were given planned teaching program through booklet on complementary feeding. Here group is assessed before and after introducing the intervention The key variables were knowledge of mother regarding complementary feeding and planning through booklet. A structured questionnaire was developed for data collection. Experts validated it. The Reliability of the tool was calculated using Split half method , Karl pearson’s corelation formula found that tool was reliable (0.8726) After conducting the study indicated that the 100 %responded scored good knowledge there was highly significant association between pre-test and post- test knowledge score of mothers (t29=18 .07) p<0.01.The study helps to raise awareness among student nurse; educator and community leaders trained them to acquire knowledge and importance of infant diet from 6 months and advantage of complementary feeding from this age group. Nurse administrator should take initiative in adopting policies or plan with Government of India or Madhya pradesh for providing education to the community people specially

40 students studying in class 11th selected purposively from selected CBSE School.The study adopted an evaluative approach with pre-experimental one-group pretest posttest design to assess the effectiveness of selected yoga practices on the memory and attitude towards academic activities. Memory and attitude were measured by ‘memory test’ and structured attitude questionnaire. Practice of selected yoga asana was done for four weeks for one hour each day, 6 days in a week. Post test was taken after four weeks. The mean pretest memory score of students was (X1-17.38) and mean post test memory score (X2 -21.73) with the mean difference (4.35), SD (2.88) and ‘t’ value 11.88. Mean Pretest attitude of students was 68.48 and mean posttest attitude was 69.35, computed ‘t’ value was 7.27 which was highly significant at the level of p>0.01. There was significant improvement in the memory scores and attitude scores towards academic activities among the students.

Diabetes is an ice berg disease. The population in India has an increased susceptibility to diabetes mellitus, the carelessness lead to dangerous complications like kidney failure, retinopathy etc and ultimately lead to rupture deaths. Therefore a study to evaluate the effectiveness of STP through booklet regarding self care among diabetic patients at selected communities of Indore. 60 samples were purposively selected and a planned teaching programme was prepared. A pre test with structured knowledge questionnaire was taken to asses the knowledge regarding self care among diabetic patients. Finding shows that more than half (41) had poor knowledge and only 4 had good knowledge regarding self care and mean knowledge score was 6.47. Post test was taken on 7th day after the administration of STP, the post test knowlegde score of patients had significantly raised. in post test 40 patients had good knowlegde, 20 patients had average knowledge. Mean post test knowledge score significantly raised up to 12.283. t value found 17.56 which was highly significant at p<0.001. The findings of study suggest its implications in nursing practice, education and community. Through education outcome and prognosis of diabetes can be improved and morbidity and mortality related to diabetes can be reduced at large extent.

Low utilization of post natal care has been related to women's lack of knowledge about its importance, their perceived need, lack of education, poverty, poor access to health services and poor attitude increase the maternal mortality rate. Proper knowledge regarding antenatal care and post natal care can save lives of many mothers. Therefore a study to assess the effectiveness of STP through booklet regarding knowledge of primi antenatal women of selected community of Indore was taken. A quasi experimental research approach using one group pre test posttest was adopted for study. total 40 samples were selcted by using purposive technique. A strustured interview schedule was used to assess the knowledge of mothers egarding antenatal care, posttest was taken 7days after the administration of structured teaching programme.The pretest knowledge score was 9.85 and after the administration of STP post test knowledge score was increased up to 20.32. There was significant association between mean knowledge score and educational status of primi antenatal mothers (Chi square value =18.31 at p<0.05). The findings of the study have implications for nursing practice, nursing education, nursing administration and nursing research. Education on antenatal & post natal care provides an opportunity for effective prevention of complications of pregnancy in the community.

A Quasi experimental study to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching program on the knowledge of mothers of “under five children” on malnutrition in selected Anganwadi of Indore, was undertaken during the year 2009.A one group pre-test posttest design was adopted for the study. The population comprised of 50 mothers whose children were attending Anganwadi. A purposive sampling technique was used to select the samples. Structured interview schedule was developed for data collection. Experts validated it. The Reliability of the tool was calculated using Split half method, Karl Pearson’s correlation formula found that tool was reliable (r=0.82) the results of the study showed that the 86 % samples scored good knowledge. There was significant difference between pre-test and post- test knowledge score of mothers (t49=11.84) p<0.05.Malnutrition grading was assessed using wheech formula and graded the children as per Gomez classification. More number of female children in each grade was suffering from malnutrition. The study helps to raise awareness among student nurses, educators, and community leaders.

Increasing population is major obstacleto overall progress of thr nation. The unlimited urbanization has caused various problems like unemployment, over crowding and environmental pollution. Adoption of family planning is one of the best solution to tackle this problem. in view of that solution a quasi experimental study was taken to compare the effectiveness of STP regarding family planning methods on knowledge among married women of rural areas and urban slums of Indore. The study adopted an evaluative approach with pre experimental one group pre test posttest design. 50 married women were selcted by purposive sampling technique. The structured questionnaire was prepared to to assess the knowledge data. 7 days after the administration of STP post test was taken. Pre test mean knowledge score was 5.88 in women of urban slums and mean knowledge score among women of rural areas was 3.98. The lower pre test score suggest the need of intervention to increase the knowledge of women regarding contraceptives. Mean Post test knowledge score among women urban slums increased to 10.86 and mean post test knowledge score among women of rural areas increased by 7.86. The finding indicate the effectiveness of STP. The findings of study are significant for nursing practice, education and community and nursing research.

The comparative study to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching program for improving knowledge and attitude of adolscents girls regarding family health and life education in government and private schools of indore.The study intented to measure the gain of knowledge score of adolscents girls after they were given structured teaching program through lesson plan on family health and life education.Here group is assessed before and after introducing the intervention.After conducting the study indicated that 68% adolescent girls of goverment school and 60% adolescent girls of private school scored good knowledge there was highly significant association between pre test and post test knowledge score of adolescent girls.The 56%adolscent girls of goverment school and 54% adolscent girls of private school scored good attitude there was significant association between pre test and post test attitude score of adolscent girls p<0.05.The government school girls have more knowledge and attitude as compared to private school girls.

Yoga is a life of self discipline based on the tennets of simple living & high thinking. Yoga provides a natural counter balance to the stress of modern life & can help us to achieve a sense of inner calm. Menopausal transition has -been identified as a critical period of midlife partly because several health concerns & problems have been recognised & understood in relation to menopause. therefore, a comparitive study to assess the effectiveness of yoga practices & calcium supplements on one of such problems, bachache, among the menopausal women of selected community of IUndore was undertaken. two groups pre test post test design was adopted. 40 menopausal women with bachache was selected by purposive sampling technique, 20 in yoga group and 20 in calcium supplement group. Investigator used a modified fordyc pain rating scale and structured questionnaire to assess the bachache. Reliability of structured questionnaire was obtained using split half method, "r" was 0.86 . Results reveal thatr all the menopausal women were in the category of mild & moderate pain. out of 20 menopausal women in the calcium group (pre test) 12 (60%) were having moderate ranging spore bachache, and 8 (40%) were having mild bachache. In yoga group ( pre test) maximum 11 (55%) were having moderate bachache and 9 (45%) were having mild bachache. in the post test of yoga practices, 14( 70%) participants have mild bachache. The mean post test was 7.3 which was lower than the pre test score, that is 20.8, which revealed that yoga practices were effective in reducing the bachache. in pretest of calcium supplement group, maximum number of women had 12 (60%) scored moderate pain, whereas 8 (40%) women A comparitive study to assess the effectiveness of moist heat & ry heat on the joint pain among geriatric population of selected communities of Indore in year 2009-2010 . Pre experimental approach with pre test & post test design was used to compare the effectiveness of dry het & moist heat on joint pain . structured interview schedule & standardized pain scale Wong Baker Face pain scale, used for assessing level of pain. Sample size for study was 20. Reliability of structutred questionnaire was found to be r=0.89, reliability of solution thermometer was r=0.86 . Pilot study was conducted on 6 geriatic people, having joint pain. The actual study was conducted in Banganga with 20 samples. 10 for moist heat and 10 for dry heat. as a part of experiment in the study, moist heat was applied at joint pain for 20 minutes once a day for seven days in one group and dry heat applied on joint pain for 20 minutes once a day for seven days in dry heat group. it was found that pain decreased significantly in both experimental groups and was observed that after application of moist heat on joint pain 4 (20%) were having no pain, 6(30%) were having mild pain. Mean pain score after moist heat application is 1.4 .In dry heat group 20% wwre havi8ng mild joint pain and 30% were having moderate joint pain. Mean pain score before application is 3.2 .Afterapplication of dry heat on joint pain 1(5%) were having no pain. 6 (30%) were having mild pain. 3 (15%) have moderate pain. hence, the study proved that moist heat & dry heat application is effective in reducing pain.

An experimental study to assess the effectiveness of curd and sattu on malnutrition among under five children.An experimental three group pretest post approach was adopted in the study.Malnutrition grading was assessed using wheech formula and graded the child as per the classification given by Indian Academy of Pediatrics and findings revealed that 17 children were in grade I malnutrition and 13 children were in grade II malnutrition. The findings of the study showed that there was significant association of age of child with malnutrition and majority of malnourished children (50%) were in the age category of 12-24 months and other socio demographic variables were not significantly associated. There was significant increase in weight gain after curd intervention at the level of p<.05 and sattu was also significant in increasing the weight gain at the level of p<.05. There was also significant difference in weight gain among the three groups at the level of p<.05. Hence, curd is better than sattu than control nutrition wise but if we see the cost effectiveness, then sattu is a better option than curd, because sattu costs around Rupees 90/ month for each child whereas curd costs around Rupees 120/month for each child.

A Pre-experimental study to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching programme through pamphlet regarding knowledge of reproductive tract infection among women . The aim of this study is to assess the knowledge of women regarding reproductive tract infection and administer structured teaching programme through pamphlet regarding reproductive tract infection.As the study was based on understanding level of knowledge in women, identifying learning needs and for evaluating the structured teaching programme, therefore Roy’s adaptation modified system model for identifying learning needs was used.The effectiveness of structured teaching programme through pamphlet will be analyzed by comparing pre test and post test knowledge scores of women regarding reproductive tract infection.A total of 60 samples were selected for the study that was in Urban Community, Banganga Indore. The data was colleted from 60 married women 21-40 years of age.14. The total mean score of pretest was 6.6 (36.7%) on a scale of 0-18.After administration of structured teaching programme regarding reproductive tract infection, the total mean score of posttest was 11 (61.1%) on a scale of 0-18. Most of the subject had scored average i.e.38 (64%) remaining respondent had scored good 20 (33%) and only 2 (3%) scored poor .The paired‘t’ test value (t59= 10.53 p < 0.05 level) showed that there was a significant difference between pretest and post test knowledge score.

knowledge score 2(4%) subjects had poor knowledge score and no one had scored excellent. There was no relationship with pretest knowledge score regarding Tuberculosis and DOTS therapy among ANMs and selected demographic variables. In post-test knowledge score, most of subjects 26 (52%) had excellent knowledge score ie 21-28, 22 (44%) respondents had good knowledge score, 2 (4%) of ANMs had average knowledge score and no one had poor knowledge score. Effectiveness of planned teaching programme was analyzed through SPSS version 10.0, Wilcox Signed Ranks Test was used and the Z value was 5.659 which was significant at the level of P< 0.001. Thus the planned teaching programme was effective and improved their knowledge. Implication of research finding was in the field of nursing education, nursing practice, Community health nursing administration, Governmental role and in nursing research. The planned teaching programme and Booklet prepared by the researcher regarding TB and DOTS therapy was helpful for imparting knowledge to the ANM’s.The study helped to raise awareness among student nurses, educators, and community leaders and train them to acquire knowledge regarding TB and DOTS therapy. Nurse administrator should take initiative to impart the knowledge with Government of India or Madhya Pradesh for providing education to the community people by the community health workers, especially for ANMs because introduction of planned teaching programme helps to improved the knowledge and they will educate all community people regarding TB and DOTS therapy.An experimental study to compare the effectiveness of iron supplement and iron rich diet supplement on hemoglobin level amongst married women The main objectives of the study was to assess the existing hemoglobin level of women 21-40 yrs of age and also to assess the effectiveness of iron rich diet supplement on hemoglobin level amongst women.An experimental research approach using three group pre-test and post-test research designs was adopted for the study. The population comprised of 30 married women between 21-40 years of age. The main study was conducted at Banganga in Indore from 7th January 2010 to 17th February 2010.A purposive sampling technique was used to select the samples. The study intended to measure the increase in hemoglobin level among married women after intervention. Here group was assessed before and after introducing the intervention i.e. administration of iron supplement (tablet) and iron rich diet supplement (laddoo).The key variables were iron supplement and iron rich diet supplement. A structured interview schedule was used for socio-demographic variables and Sahli’s hemometer was used to assess hemoglobin.Reliability of Sahli’s haemometer was found to be r = 0.92, by Karl Pearson Correlation Co-efficient. After conducting the study it was found that there is increase in haemoglobin after administration of iron supplement and iron rich diet supplement.The findings of the study reveal that there was significant increase in hemoglobin (Z=2.818*) at the level p < 0.05 after iron supplement (tablet) administration. And increase in haemoglobin (Z=2.825***) at the level p < 0.001 after iron rich diet supplement (laddoo) administration. Hence ladoo is a better option than iron tablets for increasing haemoglobin level but cost wise iron tablet is cheaper than laddoo.This study will help to raise awareness amongst nursing students, educators, and community leaders the importance of iron rich diet.

A pre experimental one group pre test & post test design was adopted for the study. The population comprised of 100 bus drivers in selected schools of Indore. Hypothesis was formulated that there is significant difference in the mean post test and pretest score on knowledge among bus drivers in selected schools of Indore at level p<= 0.05 . A purposive sampling technique was used to select the samples. the study intended to measure the gain of knowledge and positive attitude among bus drivers after structured teaching programme through pamphlet. here group was assessed before and after introducing the intervention. A structured knowledge and attitude questionnaire was divided in to three sections socio-demographic data, knowledge questionnaire and attitude questionnaire. the reliability of the tool was calculated using Split half method; Karl Pearson's correlation formula found that tool was reliable "r" =0.97 . Sructured questionnaire & teaching programme was given to the bus drivers. The average time taken was 4 5 minutes. Post test was taken on 15th day administration of planned teaching programme. Data was analysed by using descriptive statistics ( frequency & percentage), and inferential statistics ( mean, median, SD) and paired samples t test. Afr conducting the study it was found that most of th men 33(33%) were in the age group of 31-40 years, 52(52%) men were educated upto middle school & majority of them 49(49%) had an income 4001-6000 rs/month. Majority of couple 54 (54%) were not using any method of contraceptive & rest used condoms but not on a regular basis. Pre test knowledge scores showed that more than half of the bus drivers 63% had poor knowledge, 37%had average An exploratory study to assess the impact of working conditions on the self reported health status of the workers in a selected automobile industry of Indore.An exploratory survey approach was adopted in the study Pilot study was conducted on 10 samples at selected automobile industry, Indore from 14th January to 21st January, 2011.In main study for the selection of sample for the study; 100 workers were selected. The sampling technique employed for the present study was non probability convenient sampling. After the sampling structured questionnaire was administered through the interview method for 20-25 minutes duration.Regarding working conditions, majority 54% of the workers were exposed to average working condition. 47% of the workers were exposed to very high fumes/ gases, most of them 74% were exposed to very high noise as reported by workers. Regarding health, 36% of the workers reported their health status as average 12 % reported their health status as poor. Regarding self reported disease condition, 23% workers were suffering from hearing loss, 18% workers were suffering from blurred vision. As far as common health problems are concerned, 37% workers were suffering from acidity, 16% workers had skin problems, and 39% workers had generalized weakness.The study throws light on working conditions and workers health status. It showed that the health status of most of the workers was found average & their working condition was also reported as average. Areas i.e. health status & working conditions needs extensive improvement. Since both the health status & working condition are positively correlated so, the improvement of working condition should be taken care of to improve the health status.

A pre experimental study to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on the knowledge of antenatal mothers regarding selected maternal and child health welfare schmes in selected areas of indore.A pre experimental one group pretest post test design was adopted for the study.The population comprised of 60 antenatal mothers in the selected areas of indore.the group was interwied before and after the intervention.A sturctured knowledge questionaire was developed for the data collection.The reliability of the tool was calculated using split half method.The tool was administered among women for pre test thereafter intervention was done and same tool was administered after 7 days for the post test.A significant difference among pre and post test knowledge scores at the p<0.001 confidence level,indicating the efficacy of the structureds teaching progarme.The value for pre test and post test knowledge score were(t=23.9) was significant at p<0.001 confidence level which revealed the effectiveness structured teaching programe to improve the knowledge level.The study helped to raise awareness among student nurses,educators and community leaders and motivated them to impart knowledge regarding selected maternal and child health welfare schemes among the community peoples.

of childre and mothers. Nutritional deficiency among children is a major problem in developing countries, one of the major cause of marbidity and mortality among pre school children. It is felt that being a trained professional nurse can contribute her knowledge to help AWW's to function better towards health and development of children and supplementary nutrition is considered as one of the important areas to be taken care by imporving knowledge of AWW's. Therefore pre experimental study was taken to assess the effectiveness of STP regarding knowledge and practice of ICDS services, among AWW in selected anganwadi's of Indore in the year 2010-11. A pre experimental study approach was adopted in the study with one group pre tset post test research design. Convenient sampling was used to select 30 samples.Structured questionnaire was used to assess the knowledge and an observational check list was used to assess the practice of AWW regarding ICDS services. The group was assessed before and after administration of STP regarding ICDS services. The findings of the study suggest that STP was effective in improving the knowledge score of AWW as mean post test knowledge score 31.7 wasnificantly higher than mean pre test knowledge score (14.6), mean post test practice score (30.5) was higher then pre test practice score (15.8) The t value for knowledge (29.6, p< 0.001) and t value for practice was found 14 , p<0.001). The findings of the study has implication in nursing practice, education and research by helping to raise the awareness among health workers.diabetic patients. 60 diabetic patients residing in the selected urban communities of Indore and diagnosed by the physician as having diabetes were selected for the study through convenient sampling 30 each. The subjects were non randomly assigned to experimental and control group. Knowledge and practice regarding self care were assessed through structured interview schedule. Structured teaching program through pamphlet was given to the experimental group. post test was conducted after 7th day respectively. Statistical analysis revealed that there was a high positive correlation of knowledge and practice (rho=0.87) and the correlation is significant at the level p < 0.01. The significant increase in mean knowledge score between the experimental and the control group is 10.03 and the value of t is 7.53 at df 58 which is statistically significant at p<0.01.And the signicicant increase in practice score between the experimental and the control group is 10.93 and the value of t is 12.59 at df 58 which is statistically significant at p <0.01 indicating the effectiveness of structured teaching program on knowledge and practice in experimental group. The mean differrence between the pretest and postest knowledge score in experimental group is 11.5 and the value of t is 8.0 at df 29 which is statistically significant at p<0.01 and the mean difference between the pretest and postest practice score is 14.63 and the value of t is 21.29 at df 29 which is statistically significant at p<0.01 indicating the effectivnesss of structured teaching programon knowledge and practice.

Inadequate knowledge is more hazardous than ignorance because ignorant person is not able to identify the nedds of childre and mothers. Nutritional deficiency among children is a major problem in developing countries, one of the major cause of marbidity and mortality among pre school children. It is felt that being a trained professional nurse can contribute her knowledge to help AWW's to function better towards health and development of children and supplementary nutrition is considered as one of the important areas to be taken care by imporving knowledge of AWW's. Therefore pre experimental study was taken to assess the effectiveness of STP regarding knowledge and practice of ICDS services, among AWW in selected anganwadi's of Indore in the year 2010-11. A pre experimental study approach was adopted in the study with one group pre tset post test research design. Convenient sampling was used to select 30 samples.Structured questionnaire was used to assess the knowledge and an observational check list was used to assess the practice of AWW regarding ICDS services. The group was assessed before and after administration of STP regarding ICDS services. The findings of the study suggest that STP was effective in improving the knowledge score of AWW as mean post test knowledge score 31.7 wasnificantly higher than mean pre test knowledge score (14.6), mean post test practice score (30.5) was higher then pre test practice score (15.8) The t value for knowledge (29.6, p< 0.001) and t value for practice was found 14 , p<0.001). The findings of the study has implication in nursing practice, education and research by helping to raise the awareness among health workers.An experimental study to assess the effectiveness of therapeutic diet on malnutrition among 1- 4 year children, in selected slums of Indore.The present study aimed at assesses the grade of malnutrition and effectiveness of therapeutic diet among 1-4 years children.In present study weight, height mid arm circumference and therapeutic diet intervention was the cues to action.In this study, 570 children of age 1-4 years were assessed for weight.After screening for malnutrition according to criteria, randomly 60 children were selected to collect data from structure interview schedule after explaining the importance of research study.• In the study, it was found that 86.6 %( 52) of children were suffering from 1st grade malnutrition and 13.4% (8) of children were suffering from 2nd grade malnutrition and it was also found that there was significant association of employment status of mother with grades of malnutrition in grade I (86.6%) malnourished children, in that (65%) were those mother who are housewife and grade II (13.3%) malnourished children, in that majority (10%) children were those mother who are working.Hence study proves that therapeutic diet significantly increases the weight of malnourished children at the level of p< 0.001 and concluded that RUTF or CSB are very effective for treating MAM children.

a pre- experimental one group pretest and posttest approach was adopted to assess the knowledge and practice of staff nurses regarding peripheral intravenous infusion. The population consisted of staff nurses working in the selected private hospitals of Indore. A sample size of 60 staff nurses were selected using convenient sampling. A structured knowledge questionnaire was developed by the investigator to assess the knowledge regarding peripheral intravenous infusion and observation checklist was used to observe the practices of staff nurses regarding same. Planned teaching program was administered by using demonstration method. Structured knowledge questionnaire & observation checklist, were validated by the experts and reliability of the tool was checked by using Karl Pearson (correlation coefficient) formula , for structured knowledge questionnaire r= 0.83 and for observation checklist r = 0.93, which showed the tool was reliable. Findings of the study indicates that mean post test knowledge score was 27.2 which was much higher than the mean pretest knowledge score of 18.43. Post-test practice scores was 38.23 which was also higher than the mean pretest practice score of 16.66. It was concluded that planned teaching programme was an effective teaching strategy to increase the knowledge and improve the practices of nurses regarding intravenous infusion. subjects of over 30 years of age. MHVI, (2010). In view of the high prevalence rate of this disease, a pre-experimental one-group pretest posttest approach was adopted to assess the effectiveness of STP on knowledge and practice of nurses regarding rehabilitation of COPD patients. A sample size of 30 staff nurses was selected by purposive sampling. Structured knowledge questionnaire and an observational checklist were used for collection of data. Structured teaching programme was administered on rehabilitation of COPD patients and diaphragmatic breathing exercise was demonstrated to the staff nurses. The mean posttest knowledge score (11.4) and mean posttest practice score (5.6) were higher than the mean pretest knowledge scores (7.5) and mean pretest practice score (3.8). The computed ‘t’ test value for knowledge score is t29=25.97, p< 0.001 and practice score t29=9.85, p < 0.001 showed highly significant difference suggesting that the structured teaching programme was effective in increasing the knowledge and improving the practice regarding rehabilitation of COPD patients among staff nurses. Staff nurses of surgical ward had good knowledge i.e. 66.66% as compared to staff nurses working in medical ward and Intensive Care Unit. It was concluded that staff nurses have inadequate knowledge and practices regarding rehabilitation of COPD patients. Structured teaching programme is effective teaching strategy to increase their knowledge and improve their practices.

Electrocardiography introduced in 1902 by Willem Einthoven, continues to be the most commonly used procedure for the diagnosis of heart disease. Basic cardiac rhythm interpretation for critical care nurses, upgrades the skills in determining cardiac dysrhythmias. Thus, a pre experimental study to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge and interpretation regarding the ECG among staff nurses in selected hospitals of Indore was selected. A total of 45 samples, working in open heart unit, step down ICU, and ICU were selected by using purposely sampling technique. Pretest was taken followed by structured teaching program. And after 7 days post test was taken. The findings showed that mean of post-test score (12.8) was higher than pretest score (7.2), and computed ‘t’ value (t44 = 13.73), which was found significant at the level of p<0.001, which, indicated the effectiveness of structured teaching programme in increasing the knowledge of staff nurses regarding ECG. Mean post-test Interpretation score (10.9) was apparently higher than the mean pretest Interpretation score (3.2) and the computed‘t’ value t44=18.14, was found significant at the level of p<0.001 which revealed the effectiveness of structured teaching programme in increasing the interpretation of ECG among staff nurses.

Hemodialysis is a long-term treatment modality and it does not treat the renal failure, only acts as a supportive measure to sustain lives of the patients with acute or chronic renal failure. Owing to the chronic nature of the renal failure, the hemodialysis is mostly carried out as an out patient procedure in the hospitals. Back at home the relatives have to take care of such patients. Therefore, participation of the home caregivers is essential. With this view, a survey study was conducted to assess the knowledge and practice among caregivers regarding the specific home care of hemodialysis patients at selected hospital of North India. This study used a descriptive, exploratory survey approach. The sample comprised of 100 caregivers. A structured questionnaire was developed for data collection. The reliability of the tool was calculated using split half method, Karl Pearson’s correlation formula found that tool was reliable, value of r = 0.95 for knowledge questionnaire and r = 0.90 for practice questionnaire. The study indicated that majority of caregivers, 52 % scored poor in knowledge and in practice score the majority 60 % scored poor. There was a positive correlation between knowledge and practice of caregivers. There was felt need to prepare an information booklet for caregivers regarding home management of hemodialysis patients. Booklet has been prepared and kept in dialysis unit for education of patients and their home care givers. Cancer is the world’s second biggest killer after cardiovascular disease. Continuous administration of drugs is very painful & causing side effects also. Therefore a pre-experimental study was conducted to assess the effectiveness of Foot Reflexology in reduction of pain among cancer patients. One group pre-test and post-test research design was adopted. Target population was the entire cancer patient at any stage admitted in selected hospitals of Indore. The tools used by investigator were Questionnaire (interview schedule) for socio demographic characteristics, & Medication Sheet, Initial pain assessment tool & Visual Analogue scale to assess the level of pain as mild, moderate & severe. Twenty patients selected for the study were given foot Reflexology by applying pressure on specific points on the foot with thumb, finger & hands. It was given for 20 min. (10 min. each foot), two session in a day (morning, & evening) & for three days. Following foot reflexology intervention patients experienced a significant decrease in level of pain. Findings revealed that 13(65%) patients had mild pain & 7(35%) had moderate pain & no patients had severe pain. The mean score was 6.75 at pre test and 3.05 was at post test. Calculated mean differences was 3.7, SD 0.656, df 19 & ‘t’ value (t = 25.34) which is highly significant at P ≤ 0.001 level, thus indicating significant effectiveness of Foot Reflexology in reduction on level of pain among cancer patients.

Organisation, 2008). A nurse is essentially a teacher in whichever field she may be working. If patients and caregivers were taught about their disease condition and management, they could actively participate in achieving their own health goals (Smith, 1989). Therefore, a pre-experimental study was conducted to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching programme regarding home care management of stroke patients by care givers. The sample consisted of 20 caregivers of Stroke patients who were admitted in one of the private hospitals of Indore, M.P. One group pre-test- posttest research design was adopted. Purposive sampling technique was used to select the samples. Pretest was conducted by Observational checklist to observe the practice, following which structured teaching was administered with demonstration of home care management (includes procedures in 3 sessions i.e.1st session - hygiene care, 2nd - catheter care and Ryles tube feeding, and 3rd- exercises). Post-test was conducted on the 7th day by using the same tool. Pretest practice score of care givers regarding home care management of stroke patient showed that 11 (55%) care givers scored average and 9 (45%) scored poor. The Wilcoxson test was applied and the findings of pretest and post test practice scores regarding Ryle’s tube feeding with catheter care (2.53) p<0.05 was found statistically significant, which shows, there is marked improvement in practices of care givers whose stroke patient had both Ryel’s tube and urinary catheter.subjects by using purposive sampling. A structured knowledge questionnaire and an observation checklist was used to observe the knowledge and practices of nursing personnel regarding pre and post operative nursing management of patients undergoing cardiac surgery. The experts validated both the tools. Reliability of the tool was done by using Karl Pearson (correlation coefficient) formula and it was found to be significant i.e. for structured knowledge questionnaire (r = 0.95), for observation checklist of preoperative nursing management (r = 0.8) and postoperative nursing management (r = 0.8). The protocol was administered after pretest and the posttest was taken after 7 days. Findings of the study indicated that the mean post test knowledge score (20.7) was apparently higher than the pre test knowledge score (14.3). The mean difference (6.4), S.D. (+4.33) and computed “t” value (6.77) at the level p<0.001 revealed, highly significant difference between the pre test and posttest knowledge scores. The mean posttest practice score (13.4) was also higher than the pre test practice score (7.1). The mean difference (6.3), S.D. (+1.88) and computed “t” value (10.67) at the level p<0.001 showed highly significant difference between the pre test and post test practice scores. Findings indicated that the protocol was effective in increasing knowledge and improving practices regarding pre and post operative nursing management of patients undergoing cardiac surgery among nursing personnel. delivering care in both the independent and collaborative contexts of percutaneous coronary intervention management. Therefore, a pre experimental study to assess the effectiveness of protocol on knowledge among staff nurses regarding nursing management of pre, intra and post operative patients undergoing angioplasty using one group pre-test, post-test approach was conducted. Sample of 45 staff nurses working in open-heart unit, Cath lab and ICU of one of the super specialty hospitals of Indore was selected by using purposive sampling technique. Structured knowledge questionnaire was developed by the investigator for data collection. Validity and reliability of the tool was done by using Karl Pearson formula and it was found to be significant i.e. r=.85. The knowledge questionnaire was given to each subject which was followed by the explanation of protocol regarding nursing management of pre, intra and post operative undergoing angioplasty. Post test was taken on eighth day with the same tool. Findings revealed that mean posttest knowledge score (25.6) was apparently higher than the pre test knowledge score (14.8). The mean difference (10.8), S.D.(3.76) and computed ‘t’ value (17.8) at the level of p<0.001 showed the highly significant difference between the pre test and post test knowledge scores. Thus, the study concluded that there was a need to improve the level of knowledge of staff nurses and for which protocol was an effective means.

developed countries (Grupo de Trabalho Internacional sobre, 2001). Therefore, to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching program (STP) in terms of knowledge regarding foot care among type II diabetic patients attending OPD of selected hospital of North India was selected for the study. A pre-experimental one-group pretest posttest approach was adopted. The sample of 60 type II diabetic patients was selected by using purposive sampling technique. Data were collected with the help of structured knowledge questionnaire. Reliability of the tool was calculated using split half method , ‘r’ = 0.89, which showed that the tool was reliable. Pre-test was done to assess the knowledge of the subjects by using structured interview schedule. Structured teaching was given to individual sample with pamphlet and power point presentation and pamphlets were handed over to them after the session. Posttest was done on fifteenth day with the same interview schedule. Findings of the study indicated that in pre test majority of samples 31 (51.66%) scored poor knowledge, 26 (43.33%) samples scored average and only 3 (5%) scored good knowledge. Results of the posttest revealed that the mean knowledge score (16.76) was higher than the mean pre test knowledge score (8.53). The computed’t’ test value for knowledge was (t 59= 15.33; p< 0.05) which showed highly significant difference between pre and posttest knowledge scores. This revealed that the structured teaching program was effective in increasing the knowledge regarding foot care among type II diabetic patients.comparing the pre-test from post-test in experimental group and between experimental group and control group. In ‘short physical performance battery’ Mean difference was 3.27, SD-1.31, and “t” value was 13.64 in experimental group and mean difference 1.8, SD 1.04, and ‘t’ value is 8.64 among experimental group and control group. In ‘Physical Activity’ the t-value of 5.28 is significant at 0.01 levels with df equals to 29 in experimental group, The adjusted F value of 61.24 is significant at 0.01 levels with df equals to 1/57 among experimental group and control group (Role limitation due to physical activity) . The t-value of 10.14 is significant at 0.01 level with df equals to 29 in experimental group, The adjusted F value of 107.8 is significant at 0.01 levels with df equals to 1/57 among experimental group and control group (Role limitation due to emotional problem). The t-value of 15.23 is significant at 0.01 level with df equals to 29 in experimental group, The adjusted F value of 468.58 is significant at 0.01 level with df equals to 1/57 among experimental group and control group (Pain). The t-value of 9.063 is significant at 0.01 level with df equals to 29 in experimental group, The adjusted F value of 82.324 is significant at 0.01 level with df equals to 1/57 among experimental group and control group (General Health). The t-value of 9.057 is significant at 0.01 level with df equals to 29 in experimental group, The adjusted F value of 90.67 is significant at 0.01 level with df equals to 1/57 among experimental group and control group (Social functioning).

Oral mucositis is an acute and distressing side effect of radiotherapy that has been largely overlooked by healthcare providers. The present study was conducted to assess the effectiveness of Povidone Iodine mouthwash on onset and severity of radiotherapy induced oral mucositis among cancer patients at selected hospitals of Indore. A total of 40 samples were selected by using purposive sampling technique. The samples were cancer patients who had received radiotherapy upto 5 fractions for head and neck malignancy. The samples in experimental group were assisted in rinsing oral cavity with 10 ml of 2% Povidone Iodine mouthwash twice daily. The day of onset of grade 1 oral mucositis and number of days taken for the development from grade 1 to grade 3 oral mucositis was assessed according to Oral Mucositis Assessment Scale given by WHO. Comparing the day of onset of grade 1 oral mucositis between control and experimental group, the mean, SD was 6.4 + 4.23 and ‘t’ value was 4.78 and comparing the days taken for the development from onset of grade 1 to grade 3 oral mucositis between control and experimental group, the mean, SD was 2.4+ 1.27, and ‘t’ value was 20.77. The finding inferred that Povidone iodine mouthwash delays the onset and severity of oral mucositis.

while rate is 66% in chemotherapy receiving patients. (Mark N. Levine, M.D, 2000). Therefore, an experimental study was undertaken to assess the effectiveness of heparin lock flush in prevention of chemotherapy induced thrombophlebitis among patients receiving chemotherapy at selected hospital of Indore. Post test only control group design was adopted for the study. Sample size of 40 patients was selected by using random sampling technique. The sample was cancer patients receiving 3 days chemotherapy. In experimental group 20IU heparin lock flush was administered at the interval of 12 hours for 3 days up to the completion of chemotherapy cycle. Bleeding time and clotting time was also checked before initiating intervention and after the intervention on completion of chemotherapy cycle. The day of onset of grade 1 thrombophlebitis was assessed according to Baxter’s Scale of Thrombophlebitis. Assess the effectiveness of heparin lock flush on chemotherapy induced thrombophlebitis on first day of chemotherapy cycle, where ‘U’ value was 148.00 (P< 0.05) and assess the effectiveness of heparin lock flush on chemotherapy induced thrombophlebitis on second day of chemotherapy cycle , where ‘U’ value was 60.50 (P< 0.01) and comparison among experimental and control group in terms of development of chemotherapy induced thrombophlebitis in 3 days cycle of chemotherapy, the ‘c2’ Value was 6.82(P< 0.01). There were no differences in bleeding time and clotting time.The findings inferred that heparin lock flush is effective in reducing the development of chemotherapy induced thrombophlebitis. Pruritus is one of the most characteristic and annoying cutaneous symptoms of CRF. The present study was conducted to compare the effectiveness of topical application of coconut oil and liquid paraffin in the reduction of pruritus among CKD patients at selected hospitals of Indore. A total of 90 samples were randomly assigned in to Group I, Group II & Group III through lottery method. After the pretest, coconut oil was applied in group I and liquid paraffin was applied in group II in an amount of 15-50 ml as per body surface area of the patient and routine care was encouraged to be continued in Group III. Routine care refers to any measures taken by the patient to reduce the pruritus level such as vaseline lotion, moisturizing cream, other than prescribed medicines. The pruritus score in each group before and after the intervention was assessed with the help of 100 MM pruritus visual analogue scale. Findings of the study revealed that there was a significant reduction of pruritus in coconut oil group (group I) at t31 = 16.83 at the level p< 0.001 and liquid paraffin group (group II) at t29= 20.51 at the level p< 0.001. Comparison among coconut oil, liquid paraffin and routine care in terms of reducing the pruritus score revealed that there is a significant difference in terms of reducing pruritus at „F‟ value 104.22 at the level of p<0.001 and liquid paraffin found to be the most effective with a mean difference of 3.70.of mastectomy the mean of non NACSG score 10.80 which was apparently lower than the mean of ACSG score 16.50.The computed S.D was 5.70 and 2.68 and‘t’value (t98 = 6.38) which shows that there is significant difference in level of BID between ACSG and NACSG.This indicates that the women who are ACSG are having mild impact on their body image. In case of impact of mastectomy on emotion of a women data revealed that the mean of NACSG score was11.02 which was lower than the mean of ACSG 15.0..The S.D value was 3.30 and 3.96 and computed ‘t’value (t98= 5.43) shows that there is significant in the level of BID between NACSG and ACSG. It concluded that the women who are involved with ACSG are having mild effect on their emotions. For social impact on BID statistics values shows that mean of NACSG score 3.90.which was apparently lower than the mean of ACSG score 8.68.the computed S.D value for NACSG was 2.99 and for ACSG was 3.30 and‘t’value (t98= 9.96) shows that there is a significant difference between ACSG and NACSG it indicates that the women who are in involved in ACSG are having mild level of BID. Regarding impact of mastectomy on sexual behavior data revealed that the mean of NACSG score was 9.38which was lower than the mean of ACSG score i.e.4.50.The computed S.D was 2.67and 4.25 and‘t’value (t98= 6.86) showed that there is a significant difference between ACSG and NACSG. This indicates that the women who are registered with ACSG a having mild sexual disturbance.

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a global threat to health in general and for developing countries in particular, because therapy is expensive and life-long. In India ∼90% patients cannot afford the cost. Over 1 million people worldwide are alive on dialysis or with a functioning graft. Incidence of CKD has doubled in the last 15 years. Risk factors for developing CKD differ between races and countries. It would be interesting to know the incidence of CKD and its causes in India, which is a densely populated country with low income, different food, cultural traditions and lifestyle habits. In contrast to high-income countries, patients with ESRD have to pay for dialysis and transplantation themselves. The currently reported incidence of CRF in India is based on extrapolated data from the US. A study was conducted in New Delhi by (Dr. Shrikant Desai, 1998), which involved 48 hospitals. In the population screening 4712 subjects participated in a blood biochemistry test. Mean age was 42.38±12.54 years, 56.16% were male. Thirty-seven were found to have chronic renal failure (prevalence rate of 0.78%). If these data are applied to India's 1 billion population there are ∼7.85 million CRF patients in India. Aetiologically, diabetes (41%), hypertension (22%), chronic glomerular nephritis (16%), chronic interstitial disease (5.4%), ischemic nephropathy (5.4%), and obstructive uropathy (2.7%), miscellaneous (2.7%) and unknown cause (5.4%) constituted the spectrum.

Ventilator associated pneumonia (VAP) is the second most common acquired infection that develops in an intubated patient after 48 hours or more of mechanical ventilator support. The present study was conducted to assess the effectiveness of thew modified ventilator bundle in reducing the occurance of ventillator associated pnoumonia among patients on ventilator in ICU. A total of 40 samples were randomly allocated for the study, 17 in experiment and 16 in control group but 7 patients were dropped out during the study. The sample were orally intubated patients on ventilator more thwen 48 hrs. The sample in experimental group were assisted intervening modified ventilator bundel ( oral care with 5ml 0.12% chlorhexdine, maintaining head of the bed elevation 28°, innitiating early mobilization and subglottic suctioning) thrice daily. The occurance of ventilator associated pneumonia (VAP) was assessed according to clinical pulmonary infection score given by CDC. Comparing the occurance of VAP between control and experimental group, the frequency and percentage 37.5% patients in experimental group and 5.88% in control group had developed VAP. the chi square value 5.02 at df 1 showed the significance difference in the occurance of VAp among experimental and conrol group. The finding inferred that modified ventilator bundle was effective in reducing the occurance of VAP.

Managed care regulation require that most patient who have undergone breast surgery can be discharged to home setting unless other physical disabilities exist. Many clints are discharged after 2-3 days of surgery with suture, dressing and drain in place. therefore, patient requires teaching related to manage their care at home. Awell planned educational programe for radical mastectomy patients is the essential part of quality care. Nurse plays a vital role in health care delivery system and today more emphasis is given on self relience and clients participation in health care systems. Thus a self instructional module regarding home care among women after radical mastectomy in selected hospital of Indore was conducted. The sample comprised of 30 breast cancer patient with radical mastectomy using purposive sampling. The independent variable was self instructional modules and dependent variable was the knowledge score.This shows that the knowledge deficit is around 50% and women have inadequate knowledge. The mean post test knowledge score (17.9) was higher than the mean pretest score (10.4). The computed 't' value (t= 26.7, p< 0.05) showed a significant difference suggesting that the self instructional module was effective in increasing the knowledge regarding home care among women after radical mastectomy. Thus it is concluded that the self instructioinal module on the home care after radical mastectomy is effective as a teaching stratergy.

Adolescence is a period of marked physical, social, emotional and cognitive changes. With increasing life expectencies and marked changes in life style, the past two decades have seen sharp increase in cardiovascular diseases and hypertension. e.g. 10-15% adolecents are already affected by hypertension in India. The nursing profession is in a unique position to meet this need as it deals with the individuals and his environment. so a study was conducted to evaluate effectiveness of a self instructional module on knowledge of adolecents regarding modifiable risk factor of hypertension. Sample size of 100 girls and boys who were studing of 13-14 years of age were selected using purposive sampling. A structured questionnaire was developed for data collection. The reliability was calculated by using the split half method. The mean post test knowledge score 41.49 was higher than the mean pre test knowledge score 6.59. The 't' value computed for the knowledge score t99= 47.09***;p<0.001. Thus it was concluded that structured teaching through self instructional module was an effective method of improving knowledge of adolecents.

randomly assigned into three groups. A superficial thrombophlebitis scale and pain intensity distress scale was developed by the investigator for data collection. Following the pre-test, intervention with cold application was given to 1st experimental group (C), for a period of twenty minute, 2nd experimental group (H) was intervened with heparinoid application using thrombophobe ointment by gentle massage and similarly in 3rd experimental group (M), magnesium-sulphate dressing was done by dipping the gauge in the solution and applied on superficial thrombophlebitis. All the interventions were given three times a day (6 A.M., 2 P.M., 10 P.M.) for three days.The finding of the study indicated that the computed‘t’ value of cold application group (‘t’14=14.33), heparinoid application group (‘t’14=11.90) and magnesium sulphate application group (‘t’14=20.82) were statistically significant, which suggested that all three interventions were effective in reducing the signs and symptoms of superficial thrombophlebitis. The computed ‘F’ ratio of all the three groups (‘F’2, 42=10.10) showed that three types of application differ significantly. However, the mean difference of magnesium sulphate group (18.34) was higher than the cold application (13.33) and heparinoid application (12.8) group. This concluded that magnesium sulphate application is most effective in reducing the superficial thrombophlebitis. Key words: superficial thrombophlebitis, cold application, heparinoid application, magnesium sulphate application

Cancer can be understood as a series of stressors- the diagnosis and its implications including fears of death, arduous treatments, and changes in ones social and physical environment. It causes understandable anxiety that might well disrupts sleep. Good sleep is necessory and restorative for people in good heath. There is growing evidence that sleep plays an important role in health of cancer patients. therefore, a preexperimental study to assess the effect of sectional breathing exercises and sleep hygiene on quality of sleep among cancer patients at selected hospitals of Indore was undertaken. The technique was taken upto select 17 cancer patients from selected cancer hospitls of Indore as per the predetermined inclusion criteria. Deta was measured by pittsburg sleep quality index. The cases were cancer patient having globel PSQI score > 5. Findings of the study revealed that there was significant improvement in the quality of sleep in the group that performend sectional breathing exercise and maintained the sleep hygiene log as compaired to the group which only maintained the sleep hygine log at t15= 2.54 at the levewl of p< 0.05.Hence, the results converged to a conclusion that sleep hygiene along with sectional breathing exercise is benificial in improving quality of sleep among cancer patients.

superficial thrombophlebitis and reduction in pain perception. The finding of the study indicated that the ‘t’ value computed of cold application group (‘t’14=14.33), heparinoid application group (‘t’14=11.90) and magnesium sulphate application group (‘t’14=20.82) is significant suggesting that the cold application, heparinoid application and magnesium sulphate application is effective in reducing the signs and symptoms of superficial thrombophlebitis. The ‘F’ ratio computed of cold application group, heparinoid application group and magnesium sulphate application group (‘F’2, 42=10.10) showed that three types of application differ significantly. But the mean difference of magnesium sulphate group (18.34) is higher than the cold application (13.33) and heparinoid application (12.8) group suggesting that magnesium sulphate application is most effective in reducing the superficial thrombophlebitis. There was no association between pretest superficial thrombophlebitis score and selected clinical variables like clinical impression, vein used for insertion cannula, age, sex, cannula No., infusion solution, total amount of fluid per 24 hours, duration of cannula in vein and trials used in inserting cannula regarding superficial thrombophlebitis. After the detailed analysis, this study leads to the following conclusion:That the staff nurses working in the ICU did not have 100% improvement in knowledge and practice regarding endotracheal suctioning. They require further education and information because all of them need to enhance their knowledge regarding endotracheal suctioning.Evaluation of quality of life provides a unique subjective measure of the impact of illness on the patient’s physical, psychological and social functioning. The present study was conducted to assess the quality of life of chronic renal failure patients undergoing haemodialysis treatment. A total of 100 samples were selected as the participants through non probability purposive sampling technique. Consent for the participation was taken from the participants and modified KDQOL-SF-36 medical outcome rating scale given by was administered to each sample. Findings of the study revealed that, majority, i.e. 84 (84%) of chronic renal failure patients undergoing hemodialysis treatment were having poor quality of life. The dimension that mostly affected the quality of life of Chronic Renal failure patients was Role limitation due to physical health and the least affected dimension is the body pain. There was significant association found between the quality of life and selected demographic variables like age, educational status, occupation and economic status at the level p ≤ 0.05. There was significant association found between the quality of life and selected clinical variables like associated illness and previous illness & treatment at the level p ≤ 0.05. Keywords: Quality of life, Chronic Renal Failure patients, Hemodialysis treatment, modified KDQOL-SF-36 medical outcome rating scale.

dyspnea among patients with COPD. COPD patients with exertional dyspnea were assessed by modified Borg scale with the help of 6 minute walk test. A total of 30 samples were randomly assigned in to Group I, Group II & Group III through lottery method. After the pretest, group I was assigned for pursed lip breathing and group II for expiratory muscle training for one month duration in a timing of two times a day for 5 minutes in first week, two times a day for 10 minutes in 2nd week, two times a day for15 minutes in the third week, and two times a day for 20 minutes in the fourth week. In Group III regular follow –up advised. Consent for the participation was taken from the participants and confidentiality was maintained throughout the study. Data was collected using modified Borg scale, 6 minute walk test and peak flow meter. Findings of the study revealed that 15 (50%) of samples were had moderate exertional dyspnea, 9(30%) were had somewhat severe exertional dyspnea and 6(20%) had severe exertional dyspnea. There was significant association found between the selected demographic variables like sex and area of living at the level p≤ 0.05. There was significant reduction of exertional dyspnea in pursed lip breathing group (group I) at t9= 7.479 at the level p< 0.001 and in expiratory muscle training group (group II) at t9 = 15.18 at the level p< 0.001. Additionally there was significant improvement in the 6 minute walk distance and peak expiratory flow rate in both experimental groups. Among pursed lip breathing group and expiratory muscle training group, in terms of reducing the exertional dyspnea score revealed that there was no significant difference in exertional dyspnea in both groups. It indicated that both of the exercises are equally effective in reducing exertional dyspnea among COPD patients Keywords: Pursed lip breathing, expiratory muscle training, Exertional dyspnea, Modified Borg scale, 6 minute walk test, Peak flow meter.

resulting from a lifestyle that is oriented towards wellness. Varicose veins of legs is one of the most common conditions affecting people of all races. There is growing evidence that occupation and posture are the major associated factors for raised venous pressure which leads to varicose vein. Therefore an exploratory study to assess the risk of developing varicose vein among staff nurses working in ICU and OT at selected hospitals of Indore was undertaken. Study used exploratory research design. Purposive sampling technique was taken up to select 60 samples from selected hospitals at Indore as per the predetermined inclusion criteria. Risk was measured by using varicose veins lifestyle risk assessment questionnaire and predisposing symptoms score. A training session was conducted for the staff nurses, which underlined risk factors and the preventive aspects of varicose veins. Findings of the study revealed that majority of the staff nurses were having moderate lifestyle risk. Predisposing symptom scores shows that majority of the samples had mild predisposing symptoms. Study findings showed significant association between the risk of developing varicose veins and selected demographic variables ( BMI and working area) at the level p ≤ 0.05. It was found significant difference in risk score among nurses working in ICU and OT at t58 = 2.52 (lifestyle risk) and 2.12 (predisposing symptoms) at the level of p ≤ 0.05. A positive correlation (r = 0.947) was found out between lifestyle risk factors and predisposing symptoms. Hence, these results converged to a conclusion that staff nurses were at risk of developing varicose veins that can be prevented by lifestyle modification and complying with preventive aspects. Key words: Risk of developing varicose veins, Staff nurses, Lifestyle risk, Predisposing symptoms, Preventive aspects

Pain during arteriovenous fistula cannulation remains a common problem in Hemodialysis patients. The present study was conducted to assess the effectiveness of cold application on arteriovenous fistula puncture related pain among Hemodialysis patients at selected hospitals of Indore. Through simple random sampling (lottery method) a total of 60 samples were selected from the accessible population and then the samples through randomization (lottery method) assigned to experimental and control group. After the pre-test, cold application was given to the experimental group and routine care was encouraged to be continued in control group. The intensity of pain score in each group before and after the intervention was assessed with the help of Numerical Rating Scale for pain. Findings of the study revealed that there was a significant reduction in the intensity of pain score during arteriovenous fistula puncturing at the level p < 0.001 in the experimental group with cold application. Key words: Cold application, Hemodialysis , Arteriovenous fistula puncture related pain, Numerical Rating Scale for Pain.

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death in both men and women, yet the extent of the problem in women is frequently underestimated. The present study was conducted to assess the risk for cardiovascular diseases among menopausal women. A total of 100 samples were selected as the participants through non probability purposive sampling technique. Consent for the participation was taken from the participants and data was collected using structured interview schedule and modified menopause rating scale. Risk scoring was partially adapted from Framingham risk scoring and PROCAM scoring and risk was expressed in percentage. Findings of the study revealed that, 19 participants out of 100 were at 25% risk .16 participants had 20% risk, 14 scored 30% risk, and 15 subjects had 10% risk for developing cardiovascular diseases. 13 subjects racked up at 40% risk. 6 graded at 35% risk, 4 at 5% risk (minimum risk) and 2 were at maximum risk >45%. The main risk factor identified was faulty dietary habit of using extra salt while having food (92%), absence of exercise (73%) and raised BMI (70%). More than half of clients experienced (52%) moderate menopausal symptoms. There was significant association found between the severity of menopausal symptoms and selected demographic variables like religion and educational status at the level p ≤ 0.05. Also a positive correlation was found between severity of menopausal symptoms and risk score for cardiovascular diseases which was significant at the level p ≤0.05. Keywords: Risk for cardiovascular diseases, menopausal women, modified menopause rating scale

Depression occurs in persons of all genders, ages, and backgrounds. Age is a crucial factor, and higher rates of depression in females are detected at mid puberty through adult life as opposed to male preponderance in early adolescence. Therefore, an experimental study was conducted to assess the effectiveness of cognitive behaviour therapy on change in the levels of depression among patients suffering from depression in selected hospital of Indore. A pre test- posttest control group design was used in the study. A sample of 12 clients was selected using non- probability purposive sampling technique. Assessment was done prior to, post and at one month follow up session of completion of therapy using Beck’s Depression Inventory. Statistical analysis revealed that there was no association between level of depression and selected demographic variables. The Mann Whitney ‘U’ value between post assessment scores of experimental and control group was significant i.e. ‘U’ is 0 at the level of p < 0.05 (U crit = 2) which revealed the effectiveness of cognitive behavioral therapy. Friedman test for “analysis of variance” of pre, post and one month follow up BDI Scores of experimental group also revealed that CBT was effective in reducing the level of depression.Key words: Depression, CBT (cognitive behaviour therapy), BDI (Beck’s Depression Inventory)

Schizophrenia is the heartland of psychiatry and the core of its clinical practice. It represents a major burden for caregivers, health services and society as a whole. Psycho education of patients and relatives appear to be one of the successful intervention strategies for improving compliance. Therefore, a pre-experimental approach with one group pre-test and post-test design was adopted to identify the non-compliant patients with Schizophrenia and to assess the effectiveness of psycho education on the knowledge regarding compliance to psychotropic medications among their caregivers. The Psycho education was completed in 8 sessions with sample size of 10 non-compliant patients with schizophrenia and their 10 caregivers. Results indicated that the mean Pre-test score was 13.1 and at post test level, it raised to 21.90. Median at pre test score was 13.50, and at post test score it came to 22.00 and the standard deviation at pre test was 2.80, which came to 1.10 at post test. The Z value, which is 2.809 and the level of significance (2tailed), was significant at P< .005 confidence level, which revealed the effectiveness of psycho education on the knowledge level of the caregivers of patients with schizophrenia. Z value which was-.359 level of significance (2 tailed) was non-significant at P> 0.05 confidence level, revealed the non-effectiveness of psycho education in changing the Drug Attitude Inventory (DAI-10) score of the schizophrenic patients regarding their psychotropic medication compliance.Key words: Psycho education, Non-Compliance, compliance, Knowledge, Attitude, Care Giver, Patients with Schizophrenia, Psychotropic Medications, Drug Attitude Inventory (DAI-10).

Parenting skills’ training is worthwhile for every parent, because it can help the parents to do the best possible job in raising their children and it can improve confidence in their parenting ability. Wrong parenting leads to multiple behavior problems in children. Therefore a pre experimental study was conducted to assess the effect of Parent Effectiveness Training (PET) among parents of children with behavioral problems in selected hospital of Indore. One group pre test –post test research design was adopted. 30 parents having children with behavioral problem were selected using purposive sampling techniques from pediatric and psychiatric OPD. Pre test was conducted by using Modified Eyberg Child Behavior Inventory to assess behavioral problem of children and Gottman Parenting Style Questionnaire was used to assess parenting style of parents followed by structured six sessions of PET. Fifteen days after last session posttest was conducted by using the same tools. Statistical analysis revealed that there was a high positive correlation between behavioral problems and parenting style (rho=.990) and the correlation is significant at the level p≤0.00.. The finding of the study also revealed that mean pretest score of behavior problem was 107.33, which was decreased up to 73.57 in posttest. A significant difference among pre and post score of parenting style (Z= 0) at p≤0.01 confidence level, indicating the effect of PET. A significant difference among pre and post score of behavioral problems was (Z= -5.295) at p≤0.00 confidence level indicating the effect of PET. The findings suggested that Parent Effectiveness Training Program when added as an adjunct to the management of behavior problem leads to greater response. Key words: Parent Effectiveness Training (PET), behavior problems, parenting style, Eyberg Child Behavior Inventory,

There are several stimuli in the hospital environment which patients perceived as stressors. The process of recovery of patients is considered to be affected in the hospitals by the experience of stress, therefore an exploratory study was conducted to identify the perceived stressors of hospitalized patients admitted in medical unit at selected hospitals of Indore. The sample comprised of 100 patients (male & female). The researcher adopted purposive sampling technique. Modified Volicer’s Hospital Stressors Rating Scale was used to identify the stressors. 69 (69%) of the samples were male and rest 31(31%) were female. The major findings of the study revealed that 25(25%) patients perceived hospitalization as severe stress, 61(61%) perceived moderate stress and 14(14%) perceived mild stress. The highly rated events were change in personal routine, worrying about family members being far away and had to stay in same bed or same room all the day. The least stressful events were hesitation in approaching nurses & doctors and weakened faith in God. There was significant association between marital status and perception of stressors (c2=18.67, P<0.005), however there were no association found with other demographic variables. The finding of the study revealed that hospitalization is a stressful experience for the patients; psychological stressors were highly rated by the hospitalized patients.Key Words: Perceived Stressors, Hospitalized patients, Volicer’s Hospital Stressors Rating Scale.

Anxiety disorders are the most common of all neuro-psychiatric illnesses and result in considerable functional impairment and distress. Therefore, a quasi experimental research approach with non-equivalent control group design was used to assess the effectiveness of REBT among the patients with anxiety disorder. 30 patients who attended the OPD of Choithram Hospital & Research Center and diagnosed having anxiety disorder by the psychiatrist were purposively selected for the study. 15 patients were assigned to experimental and 15 to the control group respectively. Level of anxiety and rational belief scores were assessed using Burns Anxiety Inventory and Rational Belief Inventory. Seven sessions of REBT were conducted for the experimental group. Post therapy and 1 month follow up assessment was done respectively. Statistical analysis revealed that there was a high negative correlation of anxiety with rational belief (rho= -.79). A significant difference among pre, post and follow up BAI scores of both the experimental and control group at p≤0.01 confidence level, indicated the effectiveness of Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy on reduction of level of anxiety. The Mann Whitney U value (U= 20) at post test and at follow up (U= 1) was significant at the level p≤0.01 which revealed the effectiveness of Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy. The total reduction in the level of anxiety from pretest to follow up in experimental group was 64.93 to 11.13. There was also some reduction in the level of anxiety among patients of control group because of pharmacotherapy. Friedman test for analysis of variance of pre, post test and follow up BAI scores of experimental group was significant at the level p≤0.01, which also revealed

Children are in fact the real wealth of a nation. The Report on the Mental health (WHO,2001) estimates a global Burden of Serious Emotional disturbances in children and adolescents up to 15%. Further, one in ten young people suffers from mental illnesses, but one in five receives the needed treatment. The situation in large parts of the developing world is likely to be more alarming. A pre-experimental approach, one group pretest post test design was adopted to find the effectiveness of planned teaching program through PowerPoint followed by the booklet on knowledge regarding selected emotional and behavioral problems of children was taken up. 30 parents were selected using purposive sampling. The investigator developed a structured questionnaire for data collection. Further, the booklet was restricted to hyperactivity disorders, anxiety disorders and conduct disorders only. The finding of the pre-test score revealed that most of 21(70%) parents had average (9-16) knowledge and 9(30%) parents had poor knowledge (0-8) regarding emotional and behavioral problem in the children. After providing the planned teaching program through booklet, 19 (63.33%) parents were found to have average knowledge score and 11(36.6%) parents found to have good knowledge. The mean post-test knowledge score was 16.14, which was higher than that of mean pre-test knowledge score of 9.46. The computed ‘t’value for knowledge score ( t29=18.8,p<0.05) showed the values were statistically significant and suggested that the planned teaching programme was effective in increasing the knowledge of parents regarding emotional and behavioral problem of children.Key words- Planned teaching program, emotional and behavioral problems, hyperactive activity disorder, anxiety disorder, conduct disorder.

Nicotine is a psychoactive stimulating, habit forming substance found in tobacco. WHO stated that more than 500 million people who are alive today will be killed by tobacco by 2030 and tobacco consumption will become the single leading cause of death. Therefore, an evaluative study was conducted to find out the effectiveness of planned teaching programme through booklet on knowledge regarding ill-effects of tobacco consumption among the fourth class workers. This study was carried out among the fourth class workers in Choithram Hospital and Research Centre, Indore. The objectives were to find out the level of knowledge regarding ill-effects of tobacco consumption, practice of tobacco consumption and to evaluate the effectiveness of planned teaching program on creating awareness about the ill effects of tobacco consumption. A sample of 100 fourth class workers was selected using convenient sampling technique. One group pretest and posttest research design was used in the study. The finding of mean post-test knowledge score (23.42) was higher than the mean pre-test knowledge score (15.89). The findings also revealed that 42 (60.86 %) participants, 33 (47.81%) male and 9 (13.04%) females wished to stop tobacco consumption, whereas 27 (39.13%) participants, 24 (34.78%) male and 3(4.34%) female, were not serious to stop tobacco consumption. Key words: Effectiveness, Planned teaching program, Knowledge, Ill-effect of Tobacco consumption, fourth-class workers.

ADHD is a childhood disorder that affects the child and family. Behaviour treatment involves both social and psychological therapies. It is a very important part of treatment for ADHD in children and teens. Therfore, a pre experimental study was done to assess the effect of Behavioral Intervention Training (BIT) among parents of children with ADHD in selected schools of Indore. Among 20 parents of children with ADHD were selected using purposive sampling techniques from selected schools. Pre test was conducted by using the SNAP-IV-C (Swanson, Nolan and Pelham) rating Scale to assess the symptoms of ADHD children. The behavioral intervention training was given to parents in 10 sessions and after 15 days of the last session the post test was conducted by using the same tools. The findings of the study revealed that the mean pre test score before BIT among mothers of children with ADHD was 2.41 and the post test score after BIT was 1.18. The mean pre test score before BIT among fathers of children with ADHD was 2.36 and the post test score after BIT was 1.19. Estimation of Wilcoxon sign rank test among mothers was Z=3.924, which was significant at P < .001 level and on fathers of children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder was Z = 3.922, which was significant at P < .001 confidence level. The study concluded that behavioral training was efficacious in reducing the symptoms of ADHD. Key words: Behavioral intervention training (BIT), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Parents.

Hypnotic relaxation therapy is a procedure during which person experiences changes in sensations, perceptions, thoughts, or behavior. Because, it includes suggestions for relaxation, calmness, well-being, imagination or thought about pleasant experiences it helps in decreasing the pain. Therefore, an experimental study was taken up to assess the effectiveness of hypnotic relaxation therapy on intensity of headache among patients with migraine in selected hospitals of Indore. Pre test – post test control group design was adopted. 20 patients having migraine problem were selected using Random Sampling Technique, through Lottery method from Neurology and Psychiatric OPD. Pre test was conducted by using Modified Numeric Pain Intensity Scale to assess the intensity of pain. Patients performed hypnotic Relaxation Therapy for 15 days. Posttest was conducted by using the same tool after the last session of Fifteenth day as well as after one-month follow-up. The findings of the study revealed that post test of experimental and control group value of ‘U’ is 15.000 at the level of p ≤ 0 .007 and at one month follow up of experimental and control group value of ‘U’ is 10.500 at the level of p ≤ 0.002. The differences between intensity of migraine of experimental and control group during post assessment was significant at the level p ≤ 0 .007 and at one month follow up assessment were significant at the level p ≤ 0.002. The effect of hypnotic relaxation therapy also computed by paired sample‘t’ test. The mean score of experimental group was 6.2000 at pretest, which had cut down to 3.5000 at post test and 1.7000 at one month follow up. This revealed that the hypnotic relaxation therapy was efficient in reducing the intensity of

A study was conducted to assess the effectiveness of Relaxation techniques on level of care burden among parents of thalassemia children of selected hospital at Indore. The study adopted a Pre experimental approach one group pre-test post-test design. The population consisted of parents of thalassemia children in selected hospital of Indore. Purposive sampling technique was used to select 20 parents of thalassemia children based on certain predetermined criteria. Pre test was conducted using a Semi structured interview schedule (Rating Scale) consisting of 40 items to assess level of care burden and then relaxation technique was introduced to them, in this study Herbert Benson relaxation response was practiced for 15 minutes twice a day for 24 sessions. After 24sessions post test was taken with the same tool. The finding reveals that mean post test score 72.85 which are lower than pre test score 86.55, the mean differences was 13.7, calculated SD was 14.61 and computed ‘t’ value (t = 4.19) which is significant at P < 0.01 level, thus indicate significant difference and effectiveness of relaxation technique in decreasing the level of care burden among parents of thalassemia children. There was no significant association between pre-test score and selected demographic variables.Key words: Relaxation Techniques, Care Burden, Parents, Thalassemia.

Ageing is a major challenge in the century. As longevity increases, issues like dementia and Alzheimer's disease become prominent in the lives of some of the elderly. These conditions are growing fast in India. Therefore, a pre experimental study on effect of memory retraining among elderly diagnosed with mild dementia in selected urban areas of Indore was undertaken. A pre experimental approach using a single case design with pre, mid and post therapy assessment was used in this study. Sample size of 7 patients were selected using non probability purposive sampling technique. The independent variable was memory retraining whereas memory was dependent variable in the study. The investigator used the standardized (HMSE) Hindi Mental state Examination for the screening and PGI memory scale to assess the memory impairment. PGI scale consisted of 10 subtests covering areas of memory impairment. Assessment was done prior to, in the middle and after the completion of therapy ranging from 12 sessions spread over approximate one month. The data was analyzed using Wilcoxon singed- rank test to assess effectiveness of memory retraining on mild dementia. A significant difference in pre, mid, and post therapy scores indicated the efficacy of the therapy. The computed Wilcoxon signed rank test z value for pre test and mid test (z= 2.36), and pre test and post test (z= 2.371) was significant at P< 0.05 confidence level which revealed the effectiveness of memory retraining in improving memory in elderly diagnosed with mild dementia. Hence, research hypothesis was accepted. It showed improvement in memory in elderly with mild dementia. It concluded that memory retraining was effective in improving the memory in early stage dementia.Key words: Dementia, Memory Retraining, Elderly, (HMSE) Hindi Mental state Examination, PGI (Memory scale developed by Post Graduate Institute of Medical health and Sciences, Chandigarh).

performance can be improved with training of child with involvement of parents. Therefore a pre experimental study was conducted to assess the Effectiveness of Parent Training Program among parents regarding self-help skills of children with intellectual disability in selected special school of Indore. One group pre test post test research design was adopted. 30 parents were selected by using purposive sampling technique from special schools. Tools used were ‘NIMH GEM Questionnaire’ (National institute of Mentally Handicapped -General information, Etiology and Management) and adopted ‘BASIC MR’ (Behavioural Assessment Scales for Indian Children with Mental retardation) assessment tool. The manuals developed by NIMH (National institute of mentally handicapped) for parents were used for parent training. The result indicated that the mean pre-training and post training GEM (General information, Etiology and Management) score of parents were 18.83 and 5.57 respectively. The paired’ test yielded, (‘t’= 12.944 at df= 29) significant difference (at p≤0.001) between the pre and post training means of GEM score. The mean ADL (Activities of daily living) performance of children with ID was 46.% and 49.% in pre-training and post training respectively. The paired’ test yielded, (‘t’= 12.944 at df= 29) significant difference (at p≤0.001) between the pre and post training means of ADL performance. The stimulation and training which is provided in the school, should be reinforced by the parents at home to make the

Conversion disorder is a major reason for visits to primary care practitioners. Health care utilization estimates that 25–72% of office visits to primary care doctors involve Psychological distress that takes the form of somatic (physical) symptoms. Behavioral interventions in general are found to be more successful treatment course for the management of conversion disorders. Therefore a pre experimental study was conducted to assess the effect of behavioural counselling among patients with conversion disorder in selected hospital of Indore. One group pre test post test research design was adopted. 12 patients having conversion disorder were selected using purposive sampling technique from neurology and psychiatric OPD. Pre test was done using Kundu’s Neuroticism Personality Inventory(KNPI), detailed history, and mental status examination followed by 6 sessions of behavioural counselling, included behaviour modification which was done through insight orientation psycho education and principal of differential reinforcement. Post test was done after the last session and at 1 month follow up. Friedman test for analysis of variance for pre, post and one month follow up (KNPI) of the group was computed (χ2=24.0), which was found significant at the level p < 0.001. The mean pre test score of the level of neuroticism was 2.25 which decreased to 1.84 and further reduced to 1.57 at one month follow up. This revealed that behavioural counselling was effective in reducing the symptoms of conversion disorder. KEY WORDS: Behavioural Counselling, Conversion Disorder, Neuroticism Score.

Anxiety disorders are the most common of all psychiatric illness and result in considerable functional impairment and distress, therefore an evaluate approach with one group pre-test post test design was used to assess the effectiveness of spiritual practices among patients with anxiety disorder. 30 patients diagnosed by the psychiatrist with anxiety disorder were purposively selected for the study. The level of psychological well-being and level of anxiety were assessed using spirit`s wellness questionnaire and Burns anxiety inventory.Spritual therapy consisted of CD containing intervention package which included soft music, prayer, Vipasana meditation on breathing. 15 days after last session post test was conducted by using same tools. Finding of the study revealed that mean pre-score of psychological well-being was 101.43 increased up to post score of psychological well-being 119.67 and mean pre-score of level of anxiety was 29.2, decreased up to post score of level of anxiety 22.7 which showed the effect of spiritual therapy. The effect of SP (Spiritual therapy) was computed by using paired `t` test. The `t’ value of level of psychological well-being was 5.840 at df=29, which was significant at the level of p ≤ 0.001and the `t` value of level of anxiety was 3.345at df=29, which was significant at the level of p ≤ 0.01.This revealed that SP (Spiritual therapy) was effective to increase the level of psychological well-being and decrease the level of anxiety. KEYWORDS: Spiritual practices (SP) psychological well-being, Anxiety.

combination of diverse factors and exhibit various symptoms how well they cope with their problem is vital for their well being and psychological development. (Sunitha S. 2006). Therefore, an exploratory study to assess the areas of adjustment among anxious adolescents in selected government schools of Indore was done. An exploratory cross sectional research design was used in the study. The sample consisted of 154 adolescents between the age group of 15-18 years was selected using purposive sample technique. They were screened by using modified SCARED (Screening for Childhood Anxiety Related Emotional Disorder) questionnaire. Amongst them, 23 were screened for adjustment problem by Sinha’s and Singh’s adjustment inventory, with very severe and severe anxiety score. The findings for anxiety score revealed that, 89(58%) respondents perceived moderate anxiety symptoms, 42(27%) perceived mild anxiety, 22(14.28%) severe and 1(0.6%) experienced very severe symptoms. The findings for adjustment score revealed that, 13( 57%) were extremely maladjusted , 6 (26%) showed unsatisfactory adjustment and only 4(17.3%) were having adjustment in their life. The finding of mean for anxiety response was 134.6 and mean for adjustment was 57.14. Karl Pearson’s formula was used to calculate correlation between anxiety and adjustment score (r=+0.99), which was very high. Thus, indicated that, unsatisfactory adjustments of adolescents lead to higher degree of anxiety in adolescents. The significant association between level of adjustment and the sex of the adolescents came (X2 = 22.7, significant at the level of 0.05, df = 4). The percentage of the girls was more. This research showed inability to cope with rigorous psychological and physical developments results maladjustment, adolescents’ shows different level of anxiety.

Anger affects 81% of young population. Assertive training in order to enhance assertive response in conflicting situation is seen to be very helpful in resolving anger and holding good relations with fellow mates. Therefore a pre experimental study was conducted to assess the effectiveness of assertive training for anger management among nursing students in selected colleges of Indore. One group pre-test post design was adopted. 45 students with intense and severe anger were selected from a population of 88 students by using purposive sampling technique from selected nursing colleges. Tools used were Novaco Anger Inventory and Rathus Assertiveness Schedule. The manual developed by the researcher under the guidance of various experts was used for students training. Schedule included about rights of Assertive person, characteristics of assertive communication and six techniques of assertive communication etc. The results indicated that the reduction in the mean pre training and post training anger scores of students were 82.31 and 72.86 respectively, also the difference in the mean pre training and post training assertive scores were 21.77 and 30.88 respectively. The paired t- test value t (44) =34.8 yielded significant difference at p<0.05 between the pre training and post training anger scores and t (44) = 36.34 yielded, significant difference (at p<0.05) between the pre training and post training assertive scores.KEYWORDS: Anger, Assertive training, Nursing training.

An exploratory survey approach was adopted to assess the prevalence of postpartum blues. The population consisted of all postnatal mothers admitted in selected hospitals of Indore (M.P.). Purposive sampling technique was utilized to select 100 postnatal mothers during 3-10 days of postnatal period based on certain predetermined criteria. The investigator used a Rating scale consisting of 40 items to assess the presence and degree of postpartum blues. Reliability was calculated using split half method and the ‘r’ value was 0.81. The findings revealed presence of post partum blues is 55% of the mothers. Most of the mothers 38 (38%) suffered mild, 14 (14%) had moderate and 3 (3%) experienced severe form of post partum blues. The findings also showed that there is significant association between post partum blues and the mode of delivery, education level of the mothers, number o previous children especially number of previous female children. Nurses working in hospitals as well as community setups need to screen and identify mothers with maximum risk for post partum blues and educate them to prevent occurrences of depression in the post partum period. KEYWORDS: Postpartum blues (PPB), postnatal mothers.

Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) is an anxiety disorder marked by the recurrence of intrusive or disturbing thoughts, impulses, images or ideas (obsessions) accompanied by repeated attempts to suppress these thoughts through the performance of certain irrational and ritualistic behaviour or mental act (compulsions).an evaluative study to assess the effectiveness of Exposure & Response prevention therapy (ERP) in reduction of obsessive compulsive symptoms in obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD).A single case design with pre, mid and post treatment assessment was used in this study. 6 subjects were selected using non probability purposive sampling technique. The standardized Yale-Brown obsessive Compulsive scale (Y-BOCs) of 10 items was used to assess the level of obsession and compulsion. Assessment was done prior to, during and after the completion of therapy ranging for 24 sessions spread over approximately one month. During the therapy sessions, client’s distress level was observed using subjective unit of Distress scale (SUDs). Results were analyzed by coming the differences between pre mid and post therapy findings through the Yale-Brown Obsessive compulsive scale. The reduction of symptoms from pretest to mid test was 44.96% and from mid test to post tests was 53.65%. the total reduction in Whitney ‘U’ Value for pre test and mid test ( ‘U’=0), mid test and post test (‘U’=0.5), and pre test and post test (‘U’=0) was significant at p<0.05 level which revealed that the ERP was effective in reducing the symptoms of OCD. KEYWORDS: EXPOSURE &REPONSE PREVENTION (ERP), OBSESSIVE COMPULSIVE DISORDER (OCD), YALE-BROWN OBSESSIVE COMPULSIVE SCALE, (Y-BOCs), SUBJECTIVE UNIT OF DISTRESS SCALE (SUDs)

Aging is a normal universal change taking place even with the best nutrition and health care. During the old age, the scope and sphere of their social interaction is reduced mainly in the family circle. The most common old age problems are economical dependency, loneliness, insecurity and diminished self-concept. Living in an institution demands specific adjustmental tasks to cope with the problems. Some individuals make good adjustments and some find it difficult, results in stress, anxiety, tension, etc. Therefore, a quasi-experimental approach with one group pre test and posttest design was adopted to assess the effect of relaxation technique on the level of stress of elderly at selected old age home in Indore. 30 elderly were selected; using purposive sampling technique from selected old age home. Pre test was conducted by using a semi- structured interview schedule by a rating scale to assess level of stress of elderly followed by progressive muscular relaxation for 20-30 minutes daily for 10 days. After 10 days post test was taken by using same tools. Statistical analysis revealed that, majority of people 24(83.33%) had moderate level of stress, 1(3.33%) mild level of stress and 4(13.33%) had severe level of stress. It was found that, relaxation technique was highly effective in reducing the level of stress among elderly (t29=16.99, p<0.05). Mean post test score was 87.53, which was lower than pre test score 113.93; the actual decrease in level of stress was 8.53(28.43%). This indicated highly significant difference and effect of relaxation technique in reducing the stress of elderly people.KEYWORDS: Effectiveness, Stress, Elderly, Relaxation technique. illness is a particularly disturbing factor which leads to a discrimination of human rights into mental illnesses. Therefore a pre- experimental one group pre test, post test approach was adopted to assess the effectiveness of planned teaching programme through booklet on orientation regarding mental illness among teachers of selected government schools of rural area in Indore. The sample comprised of 30 teachers of government schools of rural areas which was selected through purposive sampling technique. OMI (Orientation towards mental illness) developed by prabhu (1983) tool was used for data collection. The findings of pre test orientation scores revealed that maximum respondents scored poor 19(63.33%), 6(20%) average, 1(3.33%) good and 4(13.33%) were having very poor orientation towards mental illness. The mean score was 219.36 and S.D. was +39.97. Here was statistically significant association between the pre- test orientation score and education of teachers (χ2= (34.97), p<0.01. Post test was taken on 8-10 day after the pre test using same tool. Post test orientation score after planned teaching programme through booklet showed 18 (60%) had good orientation, 8(26.66%) had average and only 4(13.35%) had very good orientation on OMI (Orientation on mental illness) scale. The mean score was 126.8 and S.D. was+ 31.89.The findings showed a significant difference (t29=11.24, p<0.001) between mean pre-test (219.36) and post test (126.8) orientation scores. This indicated that planned teaching programme through booklet was effective. Thus, it was concluded that orientation towards mental perceive an imbalance between their work demand and their capability and resources to meet these demands. Importantly, stress responses occur when the imbalance is such that the worker perceived they are not coping in situations where it is important to cope. Therefore, a comparative study was conducted to assess occupational stress level among male and female class 4th employees of selected hospital at Indore. An exploratory research approach was adopted in the study. Quota sampling technique was used to select 80 class 4th employees. The investigator was used a Rating Scale consisted of 34 items to assess occupational stress. The assessment of occupational stress level found different levels of stress that were 5% had mild occupational stress, 88.75% had moderate occupational stress and 6.25% had severe occupational stress. The findings showed that, out of 40 male class 4th employees, 4 (10%) were having mild occupational stress whereas female class 4th employees were not having mild type of occupational stress. Out of 40 male class 4th employees, 33 (82.5%) were in category of moderate occupational stress while out of 40 female class 4th employees 38 (95%) were having moderate type of occupational stress. Severe type of stress was more in male compare to female class 4th employees. Out of 40 male class 4th employees, 3 (7.5%) were having severe type of occupational stress and out of 40 female classes 4th employees only 2 (5%) were having severe type of occupational stress. There was a significant χ2 = 46.91 (P< 0.05) association between educational status and occupational stress level of the class 4th employees. Education on occupational stress exposures provides unique opportunities for effective stress prevention because elimination of the exposure may prevent the occupational stress.KEYWORDS:

It is a well-established fact that poor interaction pattern leads to marital conflict. Assertive communication skill training is worthwhile for every married couple, because it can help the married couple to run a smooth marital life. Therefore, Assertive Communication Training was conducted among 30 married couples with marital disharmony in selected institution of Indore. One group pre-test post-test design was used in the study. In this study Relationship Satisfaction Test and Modified Rathus Assertiveness Schedule was used to assess their communication style followed by 10 sessions of Assertive Communication Training. Data were analysed by using statistical tools like paired “t” test, Karl Pearson’s correlation coefficient and different of mean in pre and post training among husbands and wives. The analysed data revealed that Assertive Communication Training is highly effective to reduce marital disharmony by changing their communication style. Results revealed the difference between the mean scores is 22.43 and value of t(29) was 14.94 which was significant at the level of p≤0.05. This indicates that assertive communication training was effective in increasing the level of assertiveness among husbands. Study also showed the difference between the mean scores which was 21.6 and value of t(29) was 15.51 which was significant at the level of p≤0.05. This indicates that assertive communication training was effective in increasing the level of assertiveness among wives .Key words: Assertive Communication Training (ACT), marital disharmony, married couples.

An exploratory survey approach was adopted to assess the stress level of mothers whose children are admitted in NICU at selected hospitals of Indore. 50 samples were selected using convenient sampling technique. A structured interview schedule was used to assess the stress level of mothers.The finding of the study revealed that 4% of mothers had mild stress, 22% had moderate stress, 40% had severe stress and 34% had extreme stress. It was also revealed that there was significant association between stress and age of mothers (2=29.18, P<0.05). Higher incidence of stress was observed in the age group of below 23 years. The findings also revealed that there were significant stressors contributing to mothers stress in four areas – Emotional, Appearance & Behaviour, Environmental and Attitude of mothers. In emotional stress, most of the mothers 33 (66%) had extreme stress when separated from baby. Similarly on not being able to hold her baby, majority of mothers 34 (68%) had extreme stress. Appearance and behaviour stressors revealed extreme stress in most of the mothers 24 (48%) by seeing baby with tubes or I/V lines and on seeing her child in pain 26 (52%) mothers had extreme stress. In environmental stress, most of the mothers 12 (24%) had extreme stress due to monitors and equipments in the room. Similarly 21 (42%) mothers had extreme stress when other neonates are in crisis. Attitude of mothers stressors revealed that majority of the mothers had severe stress in both attitude – blaming herself for conditions of baby 10 (20%) and unable to do self care 11 (22%).

A quasi experimental study was conducted to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching programme regarding diarrhoea on the knowledge among mothers of under five child selected urban community of Indore. One group pre-test post test research design was adopted. A purposive sampling technique was used to select 30 mothers. The findings of the study revealed that in pre-test knowledge scored was good i.e 6(20%),22(73.33%) scored average knowledge only 2 (6.67%)scored poor knowledge of mothers of under fives child. There was significant association between occupation and total number of children with the pre test knowledge of mothers of Under five children ie χ² =28.05,p≤0.001 and χ²=12.88,p≤0.05 respectively. The findings also revealed that mean post-test score 24.5(82.22%) was higher than mean pre-test score 16.86(56.20%), the actual gain knowledge score is 26.02% and the dispersion of pre test score SD 3.2118 is more than that of their post test score SD 0.9092 and computed 't' value (t29=15.41) is more than the tabled value (t29=3.66) at level of 0.001. study concluded that structure teaching programme was effective in increasing the knowledge of mothers of under-five children regarding management of diarrhoea.

A comparative study was conducted to assess the protein energy malnutrition among school going children at rural community and urban slums of Indore. The objective was to compare the prevalence and the grades of PEM among school going children at rural and urban slums. The population comprised of all malnourished children whose weights where less than 80 % of ideal body weight. Quota sampling technique was used to select the 50 school going children from urban slums and 50 from rural areas. Children’s were assessed for weight and 30 malnourished children from urban slums and 30 from rural area were selected along with their parent. The study revealed 38 (76%) of PEM cases in urban slums and 31(62%) in rural areas .In clinical assessment of symptoms in malnourished children the study revealed 80% of urban slums children were having lack of luster but in rural it was 23.33%, the incidence of dyspigmentation of hair found in urban slums 53.3% but in rural 3.3%, pale conjunctiva 86.66% in urban slums but in rural 70%.

A pre- experimental study was conducted to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching programme regarding acute upper respiratory tract infection on the knowledge among mothers of children below five at selected urban community of Indore. The one group pre test and post test research design was used. The population comprised of 50 mothers of children below five years. A purposive sampling technique was used to select the sample. The finding of the study revealed that 5 (10%) mothers scored good in pre test knowledge scores, 23(46%) scored average knowledge & 22(44%) scored poor knowledge. There was significant association between ventilation with the pre test knowledge of mothers of children below five ie χ² =9.76, at the level of p<0.05.The findings also revealed that mean post test score 22.48 (44.96%) which was higher than mean pre test score 10.44 (20.88%), the actual gain in knowledge score was 1.43 and the dispersion of pre-test score SD 3.76 which was more than that of their post test score SD 2.33 and computed 't' value (t49=22.78) was more than the tabled value (t49=3.460) at level of P<0.001. which proves effectiveness of structure teaching programme was highly significant. Thus the study concludes that structure teaching programme regarding acute upper respiratory tract infection was highly helpful in improving knowledge of mothers of children below five years regarding acute upper respiratory tract infection.

A pre experimental study was conducted to assess the knowledge and practice regarding kangaroo mother care among mothers of low birth weight babies at selected hospitals of Indore. One group pre-test post-test research design was adopted. 30 postnatal mothers were selected using purposive sampling technique from NICU’s & postnatal wards. Pre-test was conducted using structured knowledge Questionnaire to assess knowledge & Observational checklist to assess the practice, following which structured teaching was administered using Booklet on Kangaroo Mother Care (KMC) & Demonstration method. Seven days after structured teaching post-test was conducted with the same tools. The findings of the study revealed that mean post-test knowledge score (14.43) and the mean post-test practice score (11) were significantly higher than mean pre-test knowledge score (2.9) and mean pre-test practice score (0) respectively. There was no significant association with pre-test knowledge score and selected demographic variables. It is also evident by computed’ test value of pre and post test knowledge score (t29 = 39.75, p<0.001), that the structured teaching was highly effective in improving the knowledge & practice of mothers of low birth weight babies regarding KMC.A pre-experimental research study was conducted to assess the effectiveness of protocol regarding peripheral intravenous infusion in children in terms of knowledge & practice among staff nurses working in paediatric ward. one group pre test post test design was adopted in this study. 30 Staff Nurses were selected using purposive sampling technique working in paediatric ward of selected hospital. Structured knowledge questionnaire & checklist was used as instruments. A protocol for Intravenous infusion in children was developed & validated. A pre test for knowledge and practice was taken among 30 Staff Nurses. After the pre test on the same day the protocol was introduced and after seven days a post test was taken .The finding of the pre-test indicated that 17(56.66%) of the respondents scored good grade & 13 (43.44%) scored average grade. Regarding their practice score 7 (23.33%) of the respondents scored good grade & 23 (76.66%) scored average grade. There was no significant association between pre-test knowledge & practice scores & selected demographic variables. The mean post-test knowledge score (19.7) was higher than the Mean pre-test knowledge score (17.03) and the Mean post-test practice score (30) was higher than the Mean pre test practice score (26.5). The computed “t” value for the knowledge score (t29 =8.24 p<0.001) showed a significant difference with the use of protocol for Intravenous infusion in children by the Staff Nurses. Thus, this study concluded that the protocol for Intravenous infusion in children was helpful in increasing the knowledge & practices of Staff Nurse.

A pre- experimental study was conducted to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching program on the knowledge regarding prevention of burns among the mothers of toddlers at Valmiki Nagar of Indore. One group pre-test post-test design was adopted for the study. The sample comprised of 30 mothers. A purposive sampling technique was used to select the samples. A structured questionnaire was developed for data collection. The study revealed that in pre-test most of the mothers 20(66.67%) had average knowledge score, 10(33.33%) subjects had poor knowledge score & no one had good knowledge regarding prevention of burns in toddlers. Whereas in post-test 23(76.67%) respondents had scored good knowledge & 7(23.33%) had average knowledge score & none of them had poor knowledge score. There was highly significant association between the pre-test knowledge scores and the educational status of mothers. The‘t’ test value (t29=5.016 p<0.001 level) showed that there was a highly significant difference between pre-test and post- test knowledge score. Thus the study concluded that structured teaching program is effective in increasing the knowledge of mothers about prevention of burn in toddlers and using various safety measures like play pen or barrier.

A quasi experimental study to assess the effectiveness of planned teaching programme on knowledge and practice regarding katori spoon feeding of low birth weight babies among mothers at selected hospital was undertaken using one group pre test post test design. Purposive sampling technique was used to select 30 mothers who had low birth weight babies based on pre determined criteria. Structured knowledge questionnaire was used to collect data. Pre test was taken and planned teaching was given on first day and after seven days post test was conducted. The findings of the study showed that educating the mothers helped them to improve their knowledge regarding katori spoon feeding to low birth weight babies. The mean post test knowledge score (15.4%) was apparently higher than the mean pre test knowledge score (7.5). The dispersion pre-test scores (SD+/-2.7) was more than that of post test scores (SD+/-3.6) and the ‘t’ test value (t29 = 12.12p < 0.001 level) which showed that there was a highly significant difference between pre test and post test knowledge scores. The ‘t’ test value (t29 = 6.85p < 0.001 level) showed that there was a highly significant difference between pretest and post test practice scores. Hence it concluded that planned teaching programme is considered as an effective education strategy to improve the awareness and knowledge of the mother in order to improve feeding practice during hospitalization as well as after discharge as the low birth weight babies would require continued quality feeding practices at home.

A pre experimental study to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on the knowledge and practice regarding care of low birth weight babies through pamphlet, among postnatal mothers at selected hospitals was undertaken using one group pre test post test design. 30 postnatal mothers having low birth weight babies in postnatal and paediatric wards were selected through purposive sampling technique. The knowledge questionnaire and observational checklist were used to collect the data regarding mother’s knowledge and practices of care of the babies. Structured teaching was introduced through pamphlet after the pre test and on the seventh day post test was taken with the same tool. The findings of the study indicated that the mean post test knowledge score (17.6) was apparently higher than the mean pre test knowledge score (10.8). The mean difference (6.76), S.D is (+/-0.56), showed that there was a significant improvement in the knowledge score. The mean post test practice score (15.6) was apparently higher than pre test practice score (8.23) and the ‘t’ test value was t29 = 67.6. Thus the structured teaching programme for postnatal mother having low birth weight babies was effective in improving their knowledge and practices.

A study was conducted to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching programme through brochure on the knowledge of anganwadi workers regarding play needs of toddlers at selected angnawadis of Indore. A pre experimental approach was adopted in this study using one group pre test post test design. The population of the study consisted of 30 anganwadi workers selected using purposive sampling technique. The group was assessed before and after introducing the intervention using structured questionnaire. The study indicated that mean post test score 12.33 was higher than mean pre test score 10.26. There was highly significant association between pre-test and post test knowledge score of anganwadi workers. (t29=15.42) at p<_0.001. Thus this study concluded that structured teaching programme is effective in increasing the knowledge of anganwadi workers regarding play needs of toddlers.

A pre experimental study to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching program regarding prevention of accidents among mentally challenged children on knowledge of care givers at selected institutes of Indore. 30 care givers of mentally challenged children were selected through purposive sampling technique. A structured interview schedule was developed by the investigator for data collection. The findings revealed that in pre-test 53.4% samples had poor knowledge, 36.6% scored average & 10% score good knowledge. Whereas in post test 63.4% samples scored average knowledge & 36.6% scored good knowledge & none of them had poor knowledge. The computed 't' value (t29=42.56) p_<0.05 indicated significant difference in pre test & post-test scores and effectiveness of structured teaching programme through compact disc, in increase the knowledge of care givers regarding prevention of accidents among mentally challenged children.

A study was undertaken to assess the effectiveness of selected relaxation response techniques on aggressive behaviour among the adolescents at selected schools of Indore. One group pre-test post-test research design was adopted. The sample consisted of 10 aggressive students aged 13-18 years studying at Choithram School, Indore selected by using non-probability purposive sampling. The investigator used standardized scale i.e., “Tough- mindedness and Tender-mindedness” of 30 items to assess the effectiveness of Relaxation Response Technique (RRT) on aggression. Sphygmomanometer was used in the study to measure the blood pressure of adolescents before and after the therapy. The reliability of the sphygmomanometer was obtained by Inter-rater method which was r=0.87. Findings of the study revealed that in pre-test 6(60%) had moderate level of agression, 4(40%) had severe level of aggression, whereas in post-test aggression of the adolescence has decreased from level –II (20-28) to level-I (13-19) & to level zero (peacefulness). There was no association between level of aggression and selected socio demographic variables. The value for pre-test and post-test aggression score were ‘z’= 2.831, that was significant at P< 0.01 confidence level revealing the effectiveness of RRT in reducing the aggression.

An exploratory study to assess the level of satisfaction among informal primary care givers regarding health services provided by health personal during hospitalization of their children. 100 informal primary caregivers of hospitalized children were selected through convenient sampling technique. Tool used for study was rating scale which consisted of 53 items. The finding showed that the overall satisfaction level of informal primary caregivers was good i.e. 97% but within the areas of health services where there is scope for improvement. In the environment 38% said that bathroom and toilet facility were not adequately maintained and 32% said that the ward should be kept cleaner. In the area of physical facility 77% said that ward should have comfortable furniture for caregivers to take rest. 65% said cross ventilation to be made available and protected with mesh to prevent entry of flies. regarding general behaviour of nurses towards child and informal primary care givers 52% said that the nurses are not approachable and 46% said that informal primary caregiver are not being explained about the test and procedure. In general behaviour of doctors towards child and parents 41% said that the doctors are not promptly available and does not answers parent’s questions adequately. Regarding general behaviour of other staff 50% said that the safai karamchari and ward helpers did not worked with satisfaction. On the basis of the present study improvement can be done in the areas where there is scope of improvement and periodical feedback can be taken, so that satisfaction level of client and informal caregivers could be improved.

post test control group design was adopted. 60 toddlers receiving immunization at well baby clinic selected through purposive sampling were assigned to experimental groups I, II and control group 20 each. The children in the Experimental group I was encouraged to see and touch the sound producing toy and In Experimental group II, the children were encouraged to watch the cartoon movie. Where as in the control group received immunization without any distraction technique, only routine care was maintained. Distraction technique was given 1 minute prior that continued for the next 5 minutes after the immunization and the behaviours of the children were observed. The findings of the study revealed that there was a significant difference between experimental group I and control group (‘t’ = 21.26 p<0.05 level) indicating that sound producing toy was effective in reducing the behavioural response score to pain during immunization. It was also found that there is a significant difference between the experimental group II and control group (‘t’ = 11.233 p<0.05 level) indicating that cartoon movie was effective in reducing the behavioural response score to pain during immunization. There was a significant difference between experimental group I and II as it was found that sound producing toy was more effective during the immunization (t28 = 6.016, p ≤0.05) whereas cartoon movie is more effective after the immunization (t28 = 11.56, p≤0.05). Hence, the study concluded that both the distraction techniques were effective in reducing the behavioural response score to pain among toddlers at different situations.

A Quasi- Experimental study to assess the effectiveness of focused single-session therapy on anxiety level of mothers of preterm babies admitted in neonatal intensive care unit at selected hospital. 40 mothers were purposively assigned to experimental and control group 20 in each group. Level of anxiety was assessed using modified parental stress scale and observation checklist. Single session of focused single-session therapy was conducted for the experimental group. The findings revealed that MPSS scores of Mann Whitney value U was 19, 5.500, 6.00,29,45 on day 1,2,3,4,5 respectively, at p<0.05 level and observational checklist scores of Mann Whitney value of U was 75, 54.000, 38.500, 35.000 on day 1,2,3,4,5 respectively, at p<0.05 level which indicated that FSST was effective in reducing the level of anxiety of mothers. Friedman test for analysis of pre, post and follow up assessments of experimental group also revealed that the mean MPSS pre-test score of level of anxiety in experimental group was 112.35, which had reduced to 58.55 at post test, and at 4 days of subsequent follow up assessments again decreased to 38.15, 25.90, 21.65 and 16.85. the computed chi square value was 89.447 at p<_0.01. The mean observation checklist pre-test scores of level of anxiety in experimental group was at 6.25, which had cut down to 3.75 at post test, and at subsequent follow up assessments at 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th day further reduced to 1.90, 1.15, .75 and .70 respectively & computed chi square value was 91.358 at p≤0.01 level. A result show significant reduction in the level of anxiety of mothers hence FSST was effective in reducing the anxiety of mothers.

A quasi experimental study to assess the effectiveness of back massage on enhanced lactation among immediate postnatal mothers at selected hospital of Indore”. In this study 2 group non equivalent control group design was adopted. The sample comprised of 60 immediate postnatal mothers admitted in postnatal wards of different hospitals of Indore, who fulfilled the inclusion criteria. The tool used in this study was breast feeding assessment tool. Reliability of breast feeding assessment tool was calculated by split half method 'r=85'. The reliability of the weighing scale was obtained by parallel form method of reliability 'r=94'. The intervention was started within 2 hours of delivery after initiation of breast feeding, back-massage was given 4 times a day continuously for three days. The key variable was improvement in lactation. The findings revealed mean weight gain of neonate was 11.19 gms, 26.64 gms and 39.40gms on three consecutive days in experimental group which was higher than that in control group 7.14gms, 21.28gms, 31.15 gms in three days. 't' value was significant ay p<_0.001. the parameters like number of urinations and stool passed in first two days did not show statistical significance but on third day it was statisticlly significant at p<_0.05 level. Other parameters like sleep and satiety of the neonates after the breastfeed showed high statistical significance in all the three days at p<-0.01level. Mother's feeling of breast fullness also showed high statistical significance on first and second day at a p<_0.001level.

A quasi experimental study to assess the effectiveness of phototherapy on bilirubin level of newborn babies with & without the use of low-cost reflecting curtains. Two group non equelent control group design was adopted for the study. 40 newborn babies (20 in each, experimental & control group) with hyperbilirubinemia and no other complications admitted in NICU were selected by purposive sampling technique. The investigation was started as soon as the newborn baby gets admitted in NICU for phototherapy with physiologic jaundice. Observation of neonate was done for two days. After introducing the intervention neonate was assessed for other parameters. The key variable was early reduction in serum bilirubin level with a self structured tool. Results shows mean pre TSB level in experimental group was 16.8mg/dl which was reduced to mean post TSB level 13.7 mg/dl in experimental group whereas in control group mean pre test TSB was 16.9mg/dl which reduced to mean post TSB level 10.89 mg/dl in control group on day 2. The’t’ value shows that they are highly statistically significant at p≤0.05. Mean absolute fall in TSB level in experimental group was 6.01 mg/dl and in control group the mean absolute fall in TSB was 3.07mg/dl and’t’ (5.22) value showed that there was significant difference in post mean TSB level between experimental and control group. Thus study concluded that hanging of white reflecting curtain on the sides of phototherapy unit increases the effectiveness of photo therapy in reducing bilirubin level as compare to phototherapy without white reflecting curtains.A study was conducted to assess the various methods of suctioning on heart rate of neonates. A total of 60 newborn babies were selected by purposive sampling technique & studied in the labor room setting. The samples were divided equally in 2 groups (n1 =30 for suctioning with suction catheter using suction machine, n2= 30 for suctioning by mucus extractor manually). Heart rate was assessed just before &just after suctioning using a stethoscope. A stop watch was used to record the time taken for suctioning. Heart rate was again assessed 5min &30min after suctioning. The findings revealed that there is a significant reduction( t29=20.6 at p≤0.001) in heart rate just after suctioning, when suctioning is done by suction catheter using suction machine, but there is no significant reduction in heart rate when suctioning is done by mucus extractor manually. There is no significant difference in heart rate at 5 min & 30min after suctioning which implies that babies could maintain their pre-suctioning heart rate after 5min even after a fall in heart rate just after suctioning. The minimum fall in heart rate when suctioning is done by mucous extractor manually is 0b/min & maximal is 30b/min, average being 9b/min, whereas the minimal fall in heart rate when suctioning is done by suction catheter by suction machine is 20b/min & maximal is 50b/min average being 32.6b/min. Study result concluded that suctioning by mucus extractor manually is safe compared to suction catheter by suction machine.

A Pre-experimental study was conducted to assess the effectiveness of creativity programme in increasing the creativity level among school children in selected schools of Indore. One group pre-test post-test approach was adopted in the study. 60 school children of class 7th aging between 11-15 yrs of Indore were selected by using purposive sampling technique. A standardised tool (Baqer Mehdi Verbal Test Of creativity) was used Creativity Programme i.e. Meditation practice 20mins (breathing + concentration meditation), Problem solving exercises 20mins (brain storming), Writing stories 20mins, Creative visualizations 20mins was given for One and half hours for 15 days. Findings revealed that the mean pre test fluency score was 32.9 and post test fluency score was 60.96. And the computed‘t’ (9.198) value showed that there was significant difference in post mean fluency level scores. The mean pre test flexibility score was 19.06 and post test flexibility score was 26.46. And the computed‘t’ (6.410) value showed that there was significant difference in post mean flexibility level scores. The mean pre test originality score was 6.51 and post test originality score was 18.41 and the computed‘t’ (9.246) value showed that there was significant difference in post mean originality level scores. Thus the study concluded that creativity programme is effective in increasing the creativity level of school children.A quasi experimental study conducted to assess the effectiveness of acupressure therapy on haemoglobin level among anaemic adolescent girls at selected schools of Indore. Two group pre-test post-test control group approach was adopted. 60 anaemic adolescent girls with haemoglobin level ranging between 9.4 mg% to 11.4 mg%, studying in Islamia Karemia H.Sec. Girls School, were selected by using purposive sampling technique. A Sahli’s Hemoglobinometre was used for assessment of haemoglobin level and questionnaire for socio demographic data, food habits and the base line data. The pre-test haemoglobin level was assessed in both the groups. Then experimental group was given with acupressure therapy at Si3 pressure point for 20 minutes daily and control group was given with routine care. After 20 days of acupressure therapy, the post test haemoglobin level of both the groups was assessed. Findings of The study revealed that mean post-test score of hemoglobin level i.e.11.806 is higher than mean pre-test score of hemoglobin level i.e. 10.58. Calculated mean difference was 1.226 and SD was 0.466. Computed‘t’ value (t29 = 14.41) of the experimental group was highly significant at P≤0.001 level. Whereas in control group mean post-test score of hemoglobin level i.e. 10.613 is lower than mean pre-test score of hemoglobin level i.e. 10.64. Calculated mean difference was 0.126 and SD was 0.28. Computed‘t’ value (t29 = 0.519) of the control group was not significant. Thus the study concluded that acupressure therapy at Si3 pressure point is effective in increasing the haemoglobin level in anaemic adolescent girls.

A quasi-experimental study was conducted to find out the Effect of noise control methods on physiological stability and comfort of preterm babies admitted in NICU”. Two group pre-test post-test research approach design was adopted in the study. 30 Preterm babies (15 in each experimental group I and experimental group II) admitted for preterm care and phototherapy with no other complications in NICU were selected by using purposive sampling technique. For data collection structured physiological parameters observation data chart and modified comfort scale by Razmus and Clarke (2004) was used. Experimental Group I a sound sensing light alarm is placed centrally in the NICU. Healthcare workers made aware about this machine function during post test. In Experimental Group II, autoclaved ear muff placed for the selected samples. The study result indicates that there was a significant difference for all 4 parameters of preterm babies between Group I and group II (heart rate day 1 t15 = 3.108, day 2 t15= 3.282; respiratory rate day 1 t15= 3.420, day 2 t15= 4.47; oxygen saturation day 1 t15= 3.350, day 2 t15= 4.480 and comfort level day 1 t15=3.170, day 2 t15= 3.296) were at p ≤ 0.05. Suggested that ear muff method of noise control is more effective than sound sensing light alarm. Thus the study concluded that both methods are effective but ear muff method is more effective while comparing sound sensing light alarm.

A pre-experimental study was intended to assess the effectiveness of eye exercise in improving the visual acuity among children with myopia. One group pre-test post-test research design was adopted. The population of the study consisted of 30 children with diagnosis of myopia selected by purposive sampling from St. Noberts higher secondary school Indore. Visual acuity of both the eyes was checked using standardized log MAR chart before and after giving eye exercise. Eye exercise with the duration of twenty minutes was given for children continuously for 3 weeks. For the right eye, computed’t’ value (t29=11.23)which was significant at p≤0.001 level, which reveals that there is a significant effectiveness in doing eye exercise for the improvement of visual acuity of the right eye. For the left eye, computed’t’ value (t29=12.869) which also was significant at p≤0.001 level. Hence researcher concluded that eye exercise is a very useful method in improving the visual acuity.A pre-experimental study to assess the effectiveness of planned teaching programme on the knowledge & practice of parents regarding care of their thalassemic children. Convenient sampling technique was used to select 60 thalassemic children who were admitted in selected hospitals Indore. Structured knowledge questionnaire and self administered practice checklist were used for data collection. A planned structured teaching programme was developed and administered to the group. The findings of study revealed that Mean post test knowledge score (21.73) was apparently higher than the mean pre-test knowledge score (10.13). The dispersion of pre-test score (SD±3.5) was more than that of their post-test score (SD±2.23) and the computed‘t’ value showed that there was highly significant difference between pre-test and post-test mean knowledge score (t59=20.14, P<0.001 level). This indicates that planned teaching programme was effective in increasing knowledge score of parents regarding care of their thalassemic children. Regarding practice the parents of thalassemic Mean post –test practice score (98.76) was higher than the mean pre-test practice score (56.38). the dispersion of post test score (SD±7.72) was less than that of their pre-test score (SD±10.55) and the computed ‘t’ value showed that there was highly significant difference between pre-test and post-test mean practice score (‘t’59=28.30, P<0.001level). This indicates that structured teaching programme was effective in increasing the practice score of thalassemic children regarding care. So the present study concludes that the STP was effective in increasing the knowledge & improving the practice of parents of thalassemic child.

Australia’s population is culturally and linguistically diverse, with approximately 40% of the population born overseas. In light of this, health-care research must be culturally sensitive and due consideration given to the unique ethical and other issues that may arise. Issues in palliative care research have become more complex as the options of care at the end of life become more diverse in respecting the requirements of different cultures. This paper highlights the issues that arose when conducting a qualitative study of the needs and experiences of Indian families with a relative requiring palliative care, and also proposes strategies to address the ethical and methodological problems that may arise when researching this vulnerable population.

Background: The way that health care systems in developing countries like India care for dying patients, has an impact on the expectations of such care for those who migrate to other countries faces. At the end of life, cultural issues may impact on the quality of life remaining and for that reason, it is important that particular cultural practices are understood. This paper describes a study that investigated the cultural issues of access to palliative care services for Indian migrants in Australia. Purpose of the Study: To investigate the experiences of the family members of terminally ill Indian migrants in Victoria, Australia. Objective of the Study: To explore the issues related to accessing palliative care services for Indian migrants; to identify the effectiveness of palliative care in supporting the patient and family and to recommend strategies for improving this care. Materials and Methods: A qualitative descriptive design was utilized. Up to 6 family members were selected for in-depth interviews in understanding cultural issues related to the palliative care services for a family member. Results: Analysis of the interviews revealed that families of Indian patients experience difficulties whilst receiving palliative care services, which fell into three main categories: Indian support systems, cultural issues, and caring experiences. Although each of these issues had a direct influence on the experience of terminal care that their family member received, cultural issues and support systems also influenced the caring experiences. Conclusion: Despite the successful implementation of palliative care services across Australia, there are still problems in accessing and receiving the services among minority and disadvantaged groups like various cultural India is a land of ancient civilizations with cities and villages, cultivated fields and works of art dating back 4000 years. Currently, it is sharing the position of the second largest population in the world. Two-thirds of the population live in rural areas and only one-third live in urban areas. Because of these disparities in the population locations, the health-care system faces significant problems of adequate provision in rural areas. A lack of resources, illiteracy, poverty, lack of awareness about the types of available health care make developing palliative-care services a major challenge in India.Key words: dying, health-care system, India, palliative care, population.

A quasi experimental time series design was adopted for the study. Subjectes were selected purposively and were grouped into experimental and control group. The experimental group received a five week intervention and control group was not given any intervention. patient demographics and clinical data were collected at the baseline using demographic proforma and clinical proforma. pain scores of the experimental and control group were measured on the first, seventeenth and thirty fifth day of the study period with Brief pain Inventory Short Form. RESULT following the intervention, there was significant reduction in the pain scores of experimental group and significant association was found between age and knee joint pain.

A quasi experimental research design of one group pre and post-test with an evaluative approach was used for the present study. Purposive sampling technique was used to select the samples. The researcher developed a structured teaching module post menopausal care among women in the menopausal age and data was collected through the structured closed ended questionnaire on post menopausal care among women in menopausal age.Descriptive and inferential statistics was used to analyze the data. Pre- test knowledge score was 30.1%(8.43+2.57) and post test score was 70.8% (19.85+2.73) with difference of 40.7% revealed that the structured teaching module prepared for women in the menopausal age on post menopausal care was effective.significance of difference between pre-test and post test was statistically tested using paired 't' test and it was found very highly significant(p<0.01).

Diabetic peripheral neuropathy is a complication of long term diabetes and is characterized by diminished sensation and or pain in the lower extrmities. It poses a significant risk factor for ulcer and non traumatic amputation. The present study has been undertaken to evaluate the effectiveness Of two different Modalities of treatment in reducing neuropathic symptoms and pain in the lower Limbs among Patients with Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy. the findings of the study revealed that the mean posttest neuropathic symptom score of combination therapy group (25.61) was lesser than the mean posttest neuropathic symptom scores of pharmacological intervention group (64.98).(t(96)=46.5,p<0.001. The mean Posttest lower limb pain score of combination therapy group (3.08) was lesser than the mean posttest lower limb pain score of pharmacological intervention group(4.27).(t(96)=11.91,p<0.001. the study concluded that combination therapy is more effective in reducing neuropathic symptoms and pain in the lower limb than pharmacological intervention alone.

Retrospective Study to Audit Nursing Documentation of psychiatric patients of selected Hospital, Ludhiana, Punjab. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the nursing documentation through auditing with a view to prepare nursing documentation protocol. Objectives of study were to audit nursing documentation of psychiatric patients bed side charts, to ascertain nursing documentation in relation to the variables like: duration of hospitalization, years of nursing documentation records and to prepare nursing documentation protocol. the present study was conducted to audit nursing documentation of psychiatric patients bed side charts. The area selected for the study was medical record office of christian medical college &hospital, ludhiana, punjab. sample was selected using random sampling technique, time spend to audit each psychiatric patients bed side charts was of 15-20min. structured nursing documentation audit tool was used to collect required data. reliability was 0.79. try out was conducted on four psychiatric patients bed side charts to find out the wording and clarity of research tool.pilot study was conducted on 20 psychiatric patients bed side charts to check the feasibility and practicability of the study. Final study was carried out on 200 psychiatric patients bed side charts in the month of december 2010- january 2011. Descriptive and inferential statistics were employed to analyse the data. bar diagrams and pie charts were used to depict the findings. on the basis of mean score most deficit area of nursing documentation was treatment sheet and least deficit area was vital signs chart of psychiatric patients. relationship of nursing documentation with duration of hospitalization and year of nursing

The study was done in the NICU of Kasturba Hospital, manipal among 35 staff selected by complete enumeration sampling using one group pre test post-test design. The data was obtained using demographic pro-forma and the knowledge questionnaire. A sensitization program on noise in NICU was developed and implemented after the pre-test knowledge assessment. The post-test knowledge assessment was done 15 days after the sensitization program. Results: out of 35 staffs, majority 29 (82.9%) of staff were below the age of 30 years & 32 (91.4%) were females. Maximum number of staff, 17(48.6%) had professional qualification as ANM, Diploma in Nursing, P.B Diploma in neonatal Nursing, 12(34.3%) of the staff were undergraduates. Majority of them had less than two years of experience in hospital and NICU. During the pre-test, out of 35 staff, majority, 25 (71.4%) of them had an average knowledge regarding noise in NICU. In the post-test, 32(91.4%) of the staff had good knowledge. There was a significant difference between the median pre-test and median post-test scores (z score=5.154,p <0.05).

Intensive care units ICUs environment has been regarded as a leading stressor because of complex nature of patients health problems that require an extensive use of very sophisticated technology. Objectives of the study were to assess and compare nurses and patients perception of stimuli and stress experienced by patient in ICUs and to determine association of nurses and patients perception of stimuli and stress experienced by patients in ICUs with their selected personal variables 80 subjects (40 nurses and 40 patients) were purposively selected. A non experimental approach with descriptive comparative design was used. the data related to stimuli and stress by nurses and patients was collected on structured stimuli and stress assessment scale. Results shows that overall perceived stress of patients were significantly higher than those of nurses perception of stress for their patients ('z'=21.7,p<0.05). Top three stressors perceived by both nurses and patients in ICUs were 1) being on ventilator 2)too much noise 3) fear of death. Nurses must attempt to identify and endeavour to cope with the situations that patients listed as most stressful.

There are many children who look normal and behave normally but academically, they are not as good as their peers. They suffer from a lesser- known condition called learning disability(LD). Children spend most part of their learning hours in school with teachers, who are responsible for the integrated all round development of a child. Keeping all this in view a comparative study of awareness and attitude regarding learning disabilities of children was carried out among teachers working in selected private and Government schools of Ambala, Haryana. Objectives of the study were to assess and compare the awareness and attitude of private and Government school teachers regarding learning disabilities of children. the study was also intended to determine the relationship between awareness and attitude scores of private and government school teachers regarding learning disabilities of children and to find the association of the levels of awareness and attitude of private and government school teachers regarding learning disabilities of children with selected personal variables. 120 subjects (60 from private schools and 60 from Government schools) were conveniently selected. the data related to awareness and attitude of teachers was assessed by their response to structured awareness questionnaire and 3- point attitude scale. there was no significant difference in awareness of private and Government school teachers regarding learning disabilities of the children. Moreover, in both the private and Government schools,the teachers had the highest awareness deficit in the area of role of teachers in management of learning disabilities. There was a significant difference in attitude of private and government

Teaching (in its various forms) is one of the most influential roles in society. After parenting, it is perhaps the most crucial, for all ages. And yet, teaching- whether to children or adults- is a profession in which few practitioners have any substantial training. Much of a teachers success in the classroom is hinged on their use of teaching stratigies, or to put it another way, their approach to their teaching, how they implement instructions, how they teach, how they communicate, and how they deliver information, how they communicate data to students.

foot problems are most common complication and leading cause of hospitalization among diabetic patients all over the world .1 Approximately 56,000 people a year lose their foot or leg due to diabetes in india. 2 Amputation is the end point of diabetic foot lesions. It leads permanent disability and low quality of life among diadetic patients. Major causes for foot ulceration are neuropathy (lack of sensation) and ischemia (lack of blood supply).3Nurses are holding the key role in patients educationon preventive measures of foot ulcer. We can prevent diabetic foot amputation by following simpledeliver information measures like assessment of foot, regular foot care, proper selection of foot wear, leg exercise and good control on blood sugar level. The nurse should make the patient with diabetes to understand their responsibilities on prevent of foot ulcer and amputation. We can make a big different by a simple things try to do it.

A Descriptive study design in which 389 clients diagnosed with Alzheimers disease were included. Convenience sampling was used to select subjects for the study. Prevalence and distress related to behavioural problems were assessed using Neuro psychiatric Inventory (NPI) in 389 persons diagnosed with Alzheimers disease. Results showed that 84.3 percent had various types of Behavioural Problems. Most common BPSD were irritability (60.9%) delusions (54.2%) and depression (43.4%). Also BPSD showed a significant correlation with distress in care giver.

Obesity has become a global epidemic and a prevalent problem even in developing countries including India, affecting both children and adults. The general known cause for childhood obesity is the imbalance between caloric intake and energy output;that is inactivity resulting from the advancement of technology, television, video games, and computers all of which contribute to a child's lazy life style by allowing them to be entertained without leaving their homes. The objectives of the study were to compare the correlation between television watching and BMI among male amd female school children, to find the association between selected factors (games, physical activity and food items) and BMI among male and female school children. The information regarding background factors and television viewing were collected by a semi structured interview schedule from 400 school children (199male and 201females) selected by convenient sampling who fulfilled the sampling criteria. The weight was assessed using the electronic weighing machine and height was measured using stature measure. There was no significant relationship between television watching and body mass index among male and female school children, r=0.106(P>0.05), r=0.127(P>0.05). The selected factors made no significant difference in the BMI among male and females school children.

In recent years nursing educational authorities in many countries have introduced competency based assessment and reporting systems in the form of national standards, frameworks and benchmarks of various kinds which are used both for purposes of system accountability and for assessing individual progress and achievement in nursing education and practice. This pilot study is an attempt to find out the effectiveness of competency based performance assessment in evaluation of core competenciesof nursing students. 60 final year BSC Nursing students were enrolled for the pilot study using convenient sampling from selected colleges in bangalore and Kolar. Modified Delphi technique with experts from the fieldof nursing practice and education was used to develop the core competencies essential for nursing students. Data was collected by using tools such as the clinical competency rating scale completed by the clinical supervisor, 360 degree feedback of students self, peers, patients, RN working in the clinical areas, and case vignettes paper and pencil test completed by the subjects. An educationalinterventional package consisting of modules of competency assessment tools and techniques, core competency development strategies was introduced to experimental group. The opinion of the teachers and students towards the CBPA approach was assessed after post test. The results showed that while there was no difference in the pretest competency level of students in experimental and control group, there was significant difference in the post test competency scores(t value 5.81) of both the groups. In the comparision of the pretest and post test scores of the experimental group, the calculated t value The management of critically ill patients has become increasingly important in the modern medical and nursing system. At the same time the number of intensive care beds in hospitals has grown. The complexity of medical and nursing problems and the severity of illness in critically ill patients have also increased. Critically ill population now occupying intensive care units, demand appropriate diagnosis as well as management skills. The management of a critically ill patient therefore represents a continual balancing act in which the risks and benifits of diagnostic procedures and interventions must be carefully weighed. Using chest tubes and chest drainage is a complex and critical nursing function. Upto date knowledge and skill of the staff nurses in this field will be helpful to protect the patient and help them to recover from a serious pulmonary problem. Evaluative approach with one group pre-test post-test design (01 x 02) was used for the study. Data were collected from 30 staff nurses by using purposive sampling technique at M.K.C.G. Medical Hospital through structured questionnaire. Data were analysed by descriptive and inferential statistics. Assessment of the level of knowledge of the staff nurses reveals that majority of respondents (83.33%) had only average knowledge whose percentage of score ranged between 35-70%. The overall pre-test mean score was 18.73 4.05(53.51%) whereas in post test it was 27.16 4(77.6%)revealing 24.09% enhancement of knowledge score. Area wise assessment shows during post test highest mean percentage was 80.86% for" anatomy & physiology, sigh, symptoms and indication of chest tube drainage", where as the difference in mean percentage was highest (26.66%) in the area This study aimed at evaluating the effectiveness of Medical Play on the Reduction of fear in Children Aged 4-8 Years Undergoing Hospital Procedures. An evaluative approach with post test Only Control Group design was used for the study. 40 subjects were selected using purposive sampling who were then randomly assigned to experimental and control group by lottery method. The experimental group received Medical paly at the procedure room before and during the hospital procedure along with the simple explanation and the control group received routine explanation. The level of fear was observed during the hospital procedure using a Behavioural Observation Checklist. The collected data were analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics. A significant difference between the mean fear scores of the experimental group and the control group was found (t38= 2.02,p<0.05). The study findings suggested a positive effect of medical play in reduction of fear in children aged 4-8 years undergoing hospital procedures. Thus, Medical play can be incorporated into routine hospital care to help reduce hospital related fear and help child to cope with their hospital experience.

Healthy eating habits are essential for maintaining good health and supporting normal growthand development irrespective of the age of an individual. However, adolscents are a nutritionally vulnerable group because of; their high requirement for growth; eating patterns and lifestyles; andsusceptibility to environmental influences. the present study is aimed at assessing the knowledge, expressed practices and attitude of adolescents towards healthy the study was conducted at two secondary schools of gurdaspur district, punjab, India with randomly selected sample of 100 adolescents enrolled in the ninth grade. data was collected through structured knowledge questionnaire; structured expressed practice questionnaire, and five point likert scale. Analysis of the data revealed that only eight percent of adolscents had average knowledge regarding healthy eating habits. A significant association was found between knowledge of adolescents and father's education level; attitute of adolescents with their age and gender, type of family; no association was found between expressed eating practices of adolescents and demographic variables.

An exploratory survey was conducted among 300 undergraduate BSc Nursing students in four selected colleges of Mangalore city. Results: The key finding suggests that maximum number of participants (88.3%) were sure about their carrer preferences and more than half of them (64%) prefer to work in hospital setting. The participant's most preferred area of work were teaching faculty 63(21%), critical care nursing 59(19.7%), whereas and public health nursing 8(2.7%) and nurse anaesthetist 5(1.7%) were the least preferred area. 16.3% of participants have a plan to divert the career.

the number of persons above the age of 60 years is fast growing, especially in india. India is the second most populous country in the world has 76.6 million people at or over the age of 60,constituting above 7.7% of total population. The problems faced by this segment of the population are numerous owing to the social and the cultural changes that are taking place within the indian society. health is a serious problem on old age. Old age is generally accompained by a deterioration of health because ageing process leads to less resistance to disease. Emotional well-being among elderly is essential part of comprehensive assessment of the elderly.

Third year nursing students (n=26) completed a retrospective pre/post survey rating their knowledge before and after the ethics module. Focus group discussions (FGDs) addressed the importance of ethics teaching in nursing, the content, teaching and learning strategies of the module as well as whether the application of the concepts learned in the classroom were practiced in the clinical setting.Results: participants rated their knowledge higher in the post-test (4.00) than the pre-test questionnaire (2.26) (p=0.003). The main themes identified during the focus group discussions were: understanding their responsibilities towards the patient; an appreciation of the patient as a human being; applicability of the module to the clinical setting; the role of students nurses in ethical decision making in the clinical setting;and the teaching and learning strategies. The context of the nurse's practice was also identified as being important.

In this descriptive study 100 adolescents girls of selected schools of rural area,district ludhiana were enrolled by convenience sampling techniques. Data was collected by self reported method using multiple choice questionnaire regarding menstrual cycle and contraceptives. Results: findings revealed that more than half (51%) of subjects had below average knowledge regarding menstrual cycle whereas more than 2/3rd (70%) of study subjects had below average knowledge regarding contraceptives. Most common menstrual problem (23%) found was dysmenorrhea. Sikh adolescents were significantly more aware about menstrual cycle as compared to Hindu. Media was the significant source of information among adolescents. Age at menarche had significant (p<0.05) impact on level of awareness regarding contraceptives among adolescents girls.

Comfort is a basic need of a human being and pain is an integral part of a human life. To be pain free marks the highest level of comfort apart from the other basic needs. None can escape the experience of pain during their existence on earth. But this experience varies between individuals. recent advances in science and technology have helped man to live in comfort without pain. Despite the pharmacological and non pharmacological inventions in pain management, many a times a pain free state till seems to be an unmet need of a client. Many studies have reported that the postoperative pain, an acute type of pain is under managed and under treated. it is evident that the resource for pain relief is enormous but there is a deficit in the management. This indicates the need for an efficient organization of these resources for the appropriate anf effective use of pain relief measures. this can be achieved only by a multidiciplinary approach with a specialized person leading or coordinating the activities of the team. Nurses with their refined skills and enhanced critical thinking can serve as the coordinator of the pain relief team. This article is aimed at highlighting the importance of an acute pain services by a multidisciplinary team approach led by a Nurse in a hospital setup.

Evaluative research approach with quasi experimental, non-equivalent pre-test post-test control group design was adopted for the study. The sample consisted of 60 higher primary school children, out of which,30 each in experimental and control group. The tool used for the data collection was structured interview schedule. The structured teaching program and structured interview schedule content validated by 10 experts. The reliability was established through split half method by administering to 30 higher primary school children from Government higher primary school, Bamboo Bazaar, Mysore and the tool was found reliable. The data analyses by using both descriptive and inferential statistics. Findings of the study revealed that the mean gain in post-test knowledge scores of higher primary school children in the experimental group is significantly higher than the control group as evident from 't' value 5.52 df 't'(58) ay 0.05. there was no significant association found between knowledge scores of higher primary school children and their selected personal variables. The findings revealed that pre-test knowledge scores of students of higher primary school children on prevention and management of scabies among higher primary school children was less compared to post-test knowledge scores in experimental group.

population of study was elderly persons aged between 60-70 years from selected old age homes in Mangalore. Purposive sampling method was used to collect the 40 samples. Data was collected using demographic performa and Berg's Balance Scale. An informed consent was taken from elderly persons. the samples for control group and experimental group were selected from different old age homes.the Berg's balance scale was administered to both the groups to assess the balance level. After the pre-test the experimental group underwent low intensity aerobics exercise programme, 5 times a week for 30 minutes per day for a period of 4 weeks. After the 4th week the post-test was administered to both experimental and control group to identify the effectiveness of low intensity aerobic exercise. Results: majority-50% subjects were within the age group of 60-63 yrs. both males and females constitute to 50%. 52.5% of the subjects were single. 33(82.5%) of the subjects were christians. non of the subjects had any history of heart disease, breathing and balance related problems. Majority of elderly persons (76.9%)had medium fall risk. After the low intensity aerobic exercise 't' calculated value (16.678) was greater than t table value(2.09) at 0.05 level of significance. Hence it was interpreted that low intensity aerobic exercise is an effective strategy for elderly persons to improve balance. the difference in the level of balance was assessed in control and experimental group. The calculated t value of balance scores was 7.114, which was more than the table value(38)=2.021 at 0.05 level of significance.

the research approach for the study was that of an evaluative one with one group pre-test post-test design. The sample size considered for the study was 60 nurses working in paediatric unit. The sampling technique used for the study was convenience sampling which is a type of non probability sampling. the tool used for gathering relevant data was a structured questionnaire on knowledge regarding neonatal resuscitation. analysis of data was done on the basis of objectives and hypotheses. the findings showed that during pre-test nurses have deficit knowledge regarding neonatal resuscitation. in the pre-test teaching phase 85.33% of the sample has knowledge score in the range of 8-22(out of 30). the total mean score secured by nurses was 14.71. which showed that knowledge deficit is around 51%. in post-test nurses had 100% knowledge score in the range of 23-30. post-test mean score of nurses was 26.45. further analysis was made in each area which showed that there was significant gain in knowledge score in each of the area(p>0.05).

Quasi-experimental time series design with multiple institutions of treatment was used in this study. Sample was 60 patients admitted in surgical ward(1 and 24) of safdarjung hospital of new delhi. The experimental group was subjected to foot massage( effleurage and kneading) for 20 minutes a period of three days and control group recieved routine care. The pretest and posttest level of pain was assessed by numerical pain rating scale in both the groups. Data was analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics ans SPSS software. findings revealed significant statistical difference between mean pre-test and mean post-test pain score in experimental group after the administration of foot massage and in control group (p<0.05). also comparing the mean score of pain severity between both groups before the intervention showed that there were no meaningful difference (p>0.05) but this difference was meaningful after intervention i.e. foot massage(p<0.05).

Ageing is the progressive and generalized impairement of the functions resulting in the loss of adaptive response to stress and in increasing the age- related diseases. We age because we live long. It has been recognized that all living being have a pre determined life span or the maximum length of life. old age is not a disease but a universal phenomenon. we can't say at what age one will get old. for some it can be 50 years or for other can be 75 years. it varies fromperson to person. but for sake of convenience UNITED NATIONS has given a cut of age 60 years for a person to considered elderly. the physical and psycho-social problem of geriatric population varies from person to person. as the age advances, so are their physical and psycho-social problems. due to lack of knowledge and guidelines they are unable to cope with problems. therefore the researchers has developed the guidelines.total 100 geriatric age group of 60-80 were sample.

writing teaching philosophy is an important milestone in an educator's life for it enables an educator to know about his/her values and identify the discrepancy in what he belives and does. This paper shares author's first step towards learning more about the educator that resides in her. In short, in a process of identifying one's philosophy of education, an individual can become affects his practice. while i reflected onto my own philosophy of education, i have become aware about what believes i actually hold for a teacher, a student, the teaching learning process and the learning environment.

The health of the children and youth is a fundamental value. Health services for school children are must for building a healthy young India. A non-experimental study was conducted with the objective to assess the extent of availability of school health services and the health status of the children under school health programme. 100 school children of four different schools were selected. schools were selected by convenience sampling technique and children were selected by total enumeration sampling technique. The tool used were rating scale, observation checklist, and record analysis performa to assess the extent of availability of school health services and health assessment performa to assess the health status of school children. finding of the study revealed that in majority of the schools School Health Services were moderately available. The mean % of availability of school health services was (63.23+4.53) and as regard to 9 domains of school health services the mean % is healthful school environment (83.5%)maintenance of personal hygiene(70.83%)promotion. Presence of healthful schoolenvironment was at the highest rank where as presence of first-aid and emergency services were at the last rank among all the domains of school health services. This study further revealed that majority of the school children were under nourished. where as other clinical sign shows that most common problem among school children have dental problems. Majority of the school children don't having any sign of any other deformity.

An descriptive study was conducted to assess knowledge and attitude regarding STI and treatment seeking behavior among truck drivers of ambala, haryana. A sample comprised of 100 truck drivers were selected convenience sampling technique. The tools used for data collection were structured knowledge interview schedule, attitude scale and structured treatment seeking behavior. data analysis was done by using descriptive and inferential statistics. findings of the study revealed that majority of the truck drivers 56% were in the age group of 31-40 years of age and with regards to educational status 88% of thr truck drivers had secondary level of education. with regards to sexual history 61% of truck drivers had premarital sex and 41% had extramarital sex. nearly half of the truck drivers 59%had heard of STI. seventy seven(77%) of truck drivers had not assessed there STI status and only 23% of truck driver have assessed there STI status. Among those who were assessed for their STI status 7% were found to be positive. knowledge of the truck drivers ranged between 1-14 and mean knowledge score of truck drivers was found to be 5.65+2.907. range of attitude scores lies between 65-101, the mean attitude score of truck drivers 84.88+8.346. findi ngsfurther shoed that coefficient of correlation between mean knowledge score and mean attitude score of truck drivers regarding STI(0.442) was found to be significant at 0.05 level of significance. significant association was observed between levels of knowledge of truck drivers with regards to their age, premarital sex, extramarital sex, duration of working as a trucker, heard of STI, weeks away from home. Significant association was observed between attitude of truck drivers with Management of infectious diseases continues to be a challenge in india. Nurses play a major role in managing patients with infectious diseases. Rhinosporidiosis is a condition which predominantly affects the mucous membrane of the nasopharynx. The chronicity of the disease and the surgical management require vital contribution of the nurses in caring patients with rhinosporidiosis. this case report discusses briefly about the disease condition of Rhinosporidiosis and the nursing management of patient with Rhinosporidiosis applying nursing process. patients with Rhinosporidiosis are commonly admitted in the hospital for continuous treatment to reduce its chronicity of the disease and its complications. Nurses having sound knowledge of Rhinosporidiosis and its management can contribute for the wholistic patient care and the public education on prevention of the infection.

HIV co infections such as TB and HCV infections place an immense burden on health care systems and pose particular diagnostic and therapeutic challenges. Mycobacterium tuberculosis and HIV, potentiate one another, accelerating the deterioration of the immunological functions. HIV impairs Tumor Necrosis Factor(TNF) mediated macrophage apoptotic response to M. Tuberculosis and facilitates bacterial survival TNF activatesHIV replication indicating the host response initiated against one pathogen may promote the replication of the other. In HIV infectedpersons TB can be a systemic disease involving multiple organs, which also develops more diffuse lesions. Another drawback is the Immune Reconstitution Syndrome(IRIS) develops in M. Tuberculosis and HIV co-infected patients who undergo anti TB and antiretroviral therapy. end stage liver disease due to HBVand HCV has become a major cause of death in HIV positive subjects. Access to orthoptic liver transplantation and innovative procedures such as targeted hepatocellular carcinoma therapy is to be facilitated. Health education programs are needed to inform the public about the risk of transmitting infection mechanisms of interaction of the two pathogens still many gaps that need to be filled in order to develop preventive measures against the two diseases.

A quantitative(descriptive survey) research approach, descriptive survey research design and structured questionnaire comprising 12 selected areas of problems and 65 multiple choice questions were used for the study. The study was conducted at the urban community of Navsari- Gujarat. purposive non probability sampling technique was adopted to selecte 50 working and 50 non working mothers whose children were between the age group of 3-5 years. Result: the study showed majority of ythe working and non working mothers faced mild problems in rearing of their children. there is no statistical difference in problems faced by working and non working mothers. the highest problem faced by the working mothers in rearing of their children was nutrition of the child and least problem faced washealth issues of the child. the highest problem faced by the non working mothers in rearing of their children was the rest and sleep of the mother and least problem faced was health issues of the child. there is no significant relationship between the problems faced by the working and non working mothers and selected factors like age, marital status, number of children, family type, educational qualification, occupation, family income, number of children and availability of other caregiver to the child.

Thalassemia is a genetic disease in which a defect occurs in the rate of synthesis of α or β chains of hemoglobin leading to premature death of RBCs. Children suffering from thalassemia major may become pale and listless and hav poor appetite, unexplained fever within first months after birth. for survival , these children have to undergo blood transfusions every 2-4 weeks depending on the severity of illness combined with iron chelation therapy to remove excess iron from their body due to frequent blood transfusions. these children do not always adhere to the treatment regimen which not only affects their physical health but the overall quality of life and may lead to early death in children. thalassemia can be cured completely using bone marrow transplantation and cord blood stem cell transplantation. however, this treatment is possible only for a small number of children because of suitablr donor and cost of treatment. Care of thalassemia has been included in 12th five year plan of the government of india. Nurses play a major role in improving the quality of life of children by providing the awareness to parents and children and motivate them to follow the treatment regimen.

health care system can be defined as the collection of organized linkages of institutions, people and services responding to the health needs of the population. There are strength and challenges of health care system our country's key health indicators have improved which eventually helps in reducing high mortality and morbidity rates, formation of national health policy, public private partnership and infrastructure development have played a vital step towards improving health of our people. By improving governance and finance in the health sector, the healthcare system's weakness will turn into strength and our country will progress.

The study evaluated the effectiveness of "distraction technique" on pain & behavioral distress during invasive pediatric procedure. The conceptual framework adopted for the study was based on the "systems model". An experimental approach with only post-test control groupdesign was adopted. sixty children aged 6-12 years were selected using simple random-sampling technique, thirty children in each the experimental and the control group. the experimental group subjects were distracted during the invasive paediatric procedure using Kaleidoscope. The data obtained was analyzed using both descriptive and inferential statistics. findings related to past history of illness, hospitalization and pain experience showed that majority of children had past history of illness, more number of children suffered from medical illness; and most of the children were having negative attitude towards hospitalization. the needle was the cause of fear for majority of children. the findings of the study revealed that distraction technique has beensignificantly effectiv in reducing the pain and behavioural distress irrespective of difference in age, sex, and birth-order, education, past history of illness, hospitalization and fear of pain.

a descriptive survey was conducted in four government tertiary level hospitals of andra pradesh. The sample consisted of 67 staff nurses selected through systematic sampling and total enumeration. A structured learning needs assessment scale was administered to 67 staff nurses. A structured learning needs assessment scale contains items on perceived knowledge adequacy regarding CNS infections and perceived confidence level on activities for giving care to children with CNS infections. Results revealed 70 % perceived that their knowledge level is not adequate regarding disease condition and 60% expressed lack of confidence in nursing care activities. studies suggested inservice learning enhanced the knowledge and performance levels. study has implications for nurse administrators to organize continuing nursing education programme (CNE) for the nurses to update their knowledge and performance levels essential for caring for children with CNS infections.

all instructional methods of teaching utilize the natural instinct of learning by forming associations or bonds. Edward L Thorndike- 1898 (1) was the first one to realize and appreciate the true spirited meaning of learning, not in isolation rather beading together of facts in to an entity association (2) all modern day tools of Teaching- Learning, including the elbowed out chalk & board utilizes this principle surreptitiously. Thorndike has gone further to elaborate on the "law of Readiness", the"Law of Exercise", and the"Law of Effect". in a nutshell the first law speaks about the desire and curiosity to learn, the middle one about the vigor and duration as well as the frequency of utilization (the use and disuse concept- italics authors own) and the last one about strong connection being made when satisfying state of affairs are met (3) this is what connectionism is. By direct connotation no T-L tool shall meet the challenges of modern technology- driven times and aspirations of the learner until and unless the 'connectionism' is fruitfully birthed. we have tried to mate the three laws and justify their intellectual existence by reasonably extracting virtues in the bonding of case-based learning and mini teaching.

it is important to impart health concepts from the very early age so that through halth promotion, diseases burden can be decreased. Schools are a place to promote primary health care and its plays a role in community empowerment. A smiliar thought is given into a NGO based school for health promotion for adolescent. The project of ane of the academic course of health promotion in school; was applied in the classes of IX & X grade; the reason to select this age group was that at this stage the girls are growing physically and emotionally. they are more engaged with friends rather than families. many a times their pubertal changes make them shy and reserved. thus a teaching project was carried out with the help of school administrative authorities on health promotion for girls, in which sessions conducted on pubertal changes and emotional development. the report further discuss about the lesson planning development process and its application. then there were some supporting factore that led the student participation at higher level for example: right time to educate, school administrative support etc. and similarly the factors which have impede the process are also discussed in the report. later on, there are some recommendations like monitoring and evaluations of such projects, parental involvement, teaching on equity basis etc. and its implication in nursing education field.

A convenience sample of 1064 nursing students and 2585 nurses in six countries answered the multifactorial attitude questionnaire (MAQ) designed to elicit attitudes towards caring for older people and to the esteem that comes with workingin this field . The MAQ consists of seven positive and 13 negative statements and uses a Likert Scale. A higher total score indicates a more positive attitude. differences in attitudes among the six countries was observed for both nursing students and for nurses(<.001). Nursing students in scotland and USA had the highest mean scores and Slovenia and Sweden were the countries with the lowest mean score. the highest score for nurses were reported in Scotland and Sweden and lowest in Germany and Japan.

systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is an autoimmune disease characterized by the production of numerous auto antibodies that form immune complexes which causes simultaneous organ damage. It occurs predominantly in women of childbearing age. SLE increases the risk of spontaneous abortion, intrauterine fetal death, preeclampsia, intrauterine growth retardation, and prterm birth. thus, Women with SLE are often counselled against the use of effective contraceptive methods. Hence this article will briefly review the major issues in pregnancies complicated by SLE and the management of SLE in pregnancy. A better understanding of the SLE outcomes in pregnancy by health care professionals will help to protect the women with SLE on pregnancy. In conclusion, under a proper care from health care professional, pregnant women with SLE can successfully have children and fulfil their maternal desire if they are willing to have a child. if they are unwilling to become pregnant, by following effective safe contraception methods it is possible to protect both the maternal and foetal dyad in SLE is the alternative choice.

The trend in clinical decision making over a period of time has been changed from passive involvement to collaborative approach. This transition has been brought forth by the advancement in technology that has affected patient's readiness to participate in decision making. Therefore, it is the responsibility of health care providers to assess patient's preference regarding decision making. A comprehensive literature search was carried out to explore available literature on patient's involvement in Clinical decision making. The purpose is to highlight ethical aspect of decision making faced by the decision makers and its consequences on patients. Online databases including PubMed, Science Direct, and CINAHL were searched. In addition, manual search was also done by accessing available articles in periodical library. Patient [articipation in clinical decision making varied at a great level. In order to raise patient's satisfaction, health care providers should consider patient's perspective during clinical decision making process.

Non Experimental approach, descriptive design was used and the study conducted in cambridge maternity centre, Bangalore. 50 postnatal mothers were chosen by using non probability convenient sampling technique. The data was collected through structured interview schedule. The data was analyzes by using descriptive (mean, median, percentage) and inferential statistics (chi-square). Results: Among of 50 subjects 34(68%) had moderately adequate knowledge, 10(20%) had inadequate knowledge and remaining 6(12%) had adequate knowledge, chi-square was used in order to identify the association between the socio demograp;hic variables and level of knowledge, It shows, there was no significant association between all socio demographic variables except education of mothers, parity and previous information received by the postnatal mothers regarding minor disorders of newborn.

the evaluative approach was used, four groups experimental plus comparative design was used independent variables of the study were Prostaglandin E2 gel and dependent variables of the study were induction of labor, failure rate of induction, maternal outcome, reaction of drug, fetal outcome. study was conducted on 70 primipara women and 40 multi gravid women admitted in maternity ward of krishna hospital karad. by using non probability purposive convenient sampling technique. Data collection tool-structured questionnaire, includes structured interview, observation schedule on efficacy of PGE2 gel. Results: total 110 eligible women for final analysis.55 experimental and 55 control. in primi mean induction delivery time was 9hr 22 min, in multi 8hrs 15 min. in primi experimental failure rate was less as compared to control group(p<0.001) in multi experimental failure rate was less as compare to control group (p<0.0436). in both control group women experience nausea and vomiting. in primi and multi 1st stage and 2nd stage duration was satistically not significant in all groups. very good fetal outcome was observation in all groups.

The present study was carried out in selected Private and Government Senior Secondary Schools of Ambala, Haryana. A non-experimental research approach and descriptive comparative survey design was used. One private and one Government Senior Secondary School were selected to carry out the study. total sample of study was 400(200 from private and 200 from Government senior secondary school). Convenience sampling technique was used to select the schools and sample. the data was collected by using structured knowledge questionnaire and 5 point Likert Scale. there was no significant difference in knowledge and attitude towards prevention and treatment of alcoholism among Private and Government Senior Secondary School adolescents. A moderately positive correlation was found between knowledge and attitude score of Private and Government Senior Secondary School adolescents.

The present study was aimed to evaluate the job satisfaction among health workers. Objectives were to assess the level of job satisfaction among health workers and to determine the association with level of job satisfaction with selected socio- demographic variables. Cross- Sectional Descriptive research design were selected. Health workers (104) workings in selected by simple random sampling technique. Results- Majority(53.8%) of the participants were females and 46.2% were males, majorityof the respondents(56.7%) had a 11 to 15 years of work experience, majority 51.9% of health workers had one child, 20.2%. All respondents (100%)were showed averagely satisfied with their present job. Respondents expressed highly satisfaction with(59.6%) activity, (81.7%) advancement, (62.5%) authority (100%) compensation, (74%) co-workers,(100%) independence (97.1%) security, (100%)social service (100%)suprvision-human relations and (100%) supervisors and working conditions. Most job satisfaction Studies evaluate numerous factors that may contribute to one's affective appraisal of their work

ER crowding is a global issue. Emergency patients are hard to schedule,sinc by definition they have no appointment with the physician and arrive at random. Major causes behind emergency room crowding are identified as increasing demand for health services, inability to transfer the emergency patients to in patient beds, slow throughput of patient, unavailability of specialty cponsultation, delays in laboratory and radiographic studies, insufficient ER space, slow or incompatible information system are major contributors. data collection tool was developed for the purpose of primary data collection. 30 cases were randomly selected in the ER. Existing data was reviewed to compare it with the primary data from our observations and to conclude the findings. the indicators to access ER clogging demonstrate significant variation from the JCI benchmark. Some of the important factors causing the clogging include:Delay in discharge of patients from the wards, delay in specialist consultation in the ER, and Laboratory and Radiology Reporting delays.

Nursing interventions should also be planned to improve sleep quality of CHF patients.

A descriptive study was carried out at Frontier Life Line hospital, Chennai among coronary artery disease patients before undergoing CABG surgery. Totally 137 patients between 30 and 60 years of age are admitted for elective CABG surgery at least one day prior surgery were selected for this study. The subjects were selected using convenient sampling technique. A Lazarus Stress Scale was used to assess the level of stress. The scale has seven domains which is stress related physiological, psychological, marital, financial, family, social and job aspects.Results: Majority of the patient had severe physiological and psychological stress. Financial and job related stress are in moderate level.

The study attempted to assess the perceived stressors, stress and coping mechanisms adopted by the B.Sc Nursing students. The setting of the study was in the Krishna Institute of Nursing Sciences Karad. The sample comprise of 323 BSc nursing students.Researcher developed a structured questionnairee, which consisted of Socio-Demographic performa. five point Likert Scale for stressors, stress and coping methods was used. it includes stressors like curriculum infrastructure, clinical Facilities, Teaching Faculty, communication and Support Systems.Results: 323 BSc Nursing students, 44.6% were at the age group of 20-21, 87.3% of students were females, 85.4% were belongs to religion of Christian, 72.8% of students were living in hostel, 96.9 were unmarried, 83.9% of students were from the Nuclear Family. this study illustrate that 65.6% students were having moderate stress and 18.6% students mild and 15.8% students severe stress. in all four year of BSC 46% stressors from curriculum, 28%because of inftastructure, 20% due to clinical postings, 25% from teaching faculty,communication, support system.only 13.6% had good coping ability & 70.9% students had moderate 15.5% are having poor coping methods.

Background and Objectives: Stable congestive heart failure (CHF) patients frequently suffer from sleep apnea, which worsens the prognosis of heart failure and affects sleep quality of the patient. The present study was undertaken to assess the prevalence of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and associated quality of life (QOL) among CHF patients and to ascertain the relationship of OSA with excessive daytime sleepiness and selected demographic, clinical, and anthropometric characteristics. Subjects and Methods: Fifty CHF patients and 50 healthy controls were conveniently recruited at CHF clinic, cardiothoracic and neurosciences center outpatient department, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India. Participants were interviewed using Epworth Sleepiness Scale, Modified Berlin Questionnaire, Kansas City Cardiomyopathy Questionnaire, and Quebec Sleep Questionnaire. Results: The present study revealed 18% and 8% prevalence of OSA in the CHF and control groups, respectively. The prevalence of OSA was comparable in males and females. Excessive daytime sleepiness was significantly associated with OSA in CHF patients (P = .02). Clinical severity (New York Heart Association class) and duration of illness were not significantly associated with OSA. Increased body mass index and neck circumference were the significant risk factors responsible for OSA. Quality of life of CHF patients was poor, and OSA had a significantly negative impact on the already compromised QOL in CHF patients as well as in

Introduction: Basic life support performed by bystanders improves outcomes in cardio respiratory collapse, yet less than 1% of the general population can perform it effectively. Training school children in CPR has been strongly advocated by European Resuscitation Council. Integrating CPR training throughout the school career appears an effective strategy. The present study is aimed to assess the attitude towards Basic Life Support Techniques among 9th standard school students in selected schools of Ludhiana, Punjab. Material and Methods: We recruited 301 9th standard school students from five conveniently selected schools of Ludhiana, Punjab. Sociodemographic data was collected through structured sociodemographic sheet. Attitude toward Basic Life Support was assessed using five point Likert scale. Test retest reliability coefficient of attitude scale was r=0.914. The split half Spearman- Brown prophecy reliability coefficient was r=0.895. Participants were given full disclosure of the study and written informed consent was obtained from each participant. Written permission for data collection was obtained from the concerned school principal. Results: Mean age of study sample was 14.29±0.85 year (range 13-17 years). Slightly more than half (56.66%) of the students were male. Mean attitude score of the sample was 54.20 ± 7.99 which shows positive inclination of the sample towards Basic Life Support. However, the mean score of the female students (55.87 ± 7.74) was significantly more (p value =0.001) as Introduction: Training school children in CPR has been strongly advocated by European Resuscitation Council, AHA & American Academy of Pediatrics. The present study was aimed to assess the effectiveness of BLS training programme among 9th graders of selected schools of Ludhiana, Punjab. Material and Method: We recruited 281 ninth graders from five conveniently selected schools of Ludhiana, Punjab. Instructor led BLS training session was organized for the students in the experimental group. BLS Knowledge was assessed using 30 items questionnaire and 10 items checklist was used to assess BLS practice. Data was collected one day before and 7th day after BLS training. Results: Both the groups were comparable with regard to age. Male outnumbered female in experimental (57.06%) as well as control group (59.34%). The experimental group knowledge and practice score was significantly (p<0.0001) higher than the control group in post-experimental test. Furthermore, age and gender were not significantly associated with knowledge and practice score in both the groups. Slightly more than 70% of the students achieved corrected compression rate and depth in the first cycle of CPR, however nearly 40% of the students were not able to provide rescue breath neither in first cycle nor in second cycle of CPR. Conclusion: 9th graders can acquire BL S knowledge and practice; therefore it can be included in their curriculum.Background and objectives: As the population ages, the problems related to falls and fractures are expected to grow and pose even a greater challenge to health care system. A descriptive study on contributing factors and safety related lifestyle changes among older persons with history of falls was carried out in Ludhiana district of Punjab. Material and Method: A sample of 60 subjects above 60 years of age was conveniently recruited, out of which 43 (71.67%) subjects were from urban area, 03(05.00%) from semi urban area and 14(23.33%) were from rural areas. Subjects were interviewed using a questionnaire on socio-demographic profile, risk factors for falls and a home assessment checklist. Results: More than half of the subjects 61.67% were females while only 38.33% were males. Study findings infer that maximum of the subjects had a history of fall twice in a year and about half of the falls were reported to occur in morning hours. Findings revealed that 92% subjects had decline in visual acuity which outweighed all the other risk factors. About 80% of the subjects were suffering from osteoporosis and vertigo, 75% from arthritis, 52% from hypertension, 45% from postural instability and 42% were suffering from diminished night vision. Maximum falls happened in bathroom (31.43%), followed by bedroom (22.86%), stairs (14.28%) and kitchen (7.14%). Major proportion (91.6%) of the bathrooms in homes had easily closable bathroom doors, high toilet seats (68.3%) and adequate size doorways (50%) while grab bars and non skid rubber Abstract : This study was aimed to explore the perception of outgoing nursing students towards nursing profession and perceived future job orientation. Sample of 530 outgoing GNM, B. Sc. (N) and Post Basic B Sc Nursing students was recruited through proportionate stratified random sampling from conveniently selected twelve nursing colleges of Punjab State. Semi-structured questionnaire was administered to collect data. Findings revealed that majority of the students (83.2%) were self motivated to join nursing. Majority (99.1%) of the students, perceived nursing profession as an opportunity to serve humanity and a way to get due recognition in the society (69.6%). Two third of (69.4%) the nursing student perceived their profession as dignified and respectful as well as a way to get due recognition in society (69.6%). There was almost equal percent of the students who planned to join teaching (46.4%) and bed side nursing (45.5%) after completion of course. A vast majority (93.4%) of the students were not interested to change their profession. Male students were significantly more interested in bed side nursing as compared to female students (p=0.04). More than half of the urban students (52.5%) were interested to join teaching followed by bed side nursing (39.5%); on contrary, the rural students were predominantly interested to join bed side nursing (50%) followed by 41.8% teaching job (p=0.039). The present study concluded that the perception of nursing profession among nursing students is changing towards positive side and

This study explored the prevalence of excessive day time sleepiness. It aimed to associate the excessiveness day time sleepiness with sleep quality of the patient suffering with congestive heart failure. Prevalence of EDS among stable CHF patients was found to be 26% whereas it was 12% in heal-thy controls (2=3.183 df=1; p=0.07). CHF patients significantly scored more (8.5±4.01) on ESS as compared to controls (6.32±3.43) (p=0.002**). The overall heart failure specific QOL of CHF patients who were having EDS was significantly poor (48.39±13.17) as compared to those who were not having EDS (59.18±17.14) (t=2.06; df=48;p=0.04*).

Heart failure, a clinical syndrome with wide range of symptoms creates significant health care burden. The definition given by WHO has radically transformed the concept of palliative care which once was considered only for cancer patients. Palliative care interventions to enhance the quality of life for heart failure patients have been discussed widely at various scientific platforms. While use and advantages of palliative care are gaining momentum at exceptional speed, there remains inequality in access geographically. This paper re-views the symptoms burden and palliative care interventions for heart failure population.

Morning sickness is the commonest minor ailment in pregnancy. Most of the antenatal mothers have fear of taking medicines in pregnancy due to their teratogenous effects therefore; they prefer various home remedies for these minor ailments. Ginger is one of the commonest home remedy used by pregnant women to treat morning sickness but there is lack of evidence regarding the efficacy and safety of ginger. The present study was undertaken to assess the efficacy of ginger extract on the symptoms of morning sickness among 40 an-tenatal mothers enrolled for the study by convenience sampling technique. Severity of morning sickness symptoms was assessed by ‘5 point’ Likert scale. Ten ml ginger extract in 2 divided doses for 4 days was administered after the assessment of severity of symptoms of morning sickness. After the gap of 2 days, follow up for 2 days was done to assess the severity of symptoms of morning sickness. The study revealed that se-verity of symptoms of morning sickness was more in the form of nausea followed by vomiting and retching among the antenatal mothers. Significant difference was found in the pre and post interventional severity of nausea which decreased from mean score of 8.15 to 2.0 (P=0.001), followed by mean score of vomiting from 5.1 to 0.62 (P=0.01) and of retching from 3.35 to 0.6 (P=0.01). Furthermore, no adverse effects were reported by study participants during study. The study concludes that ginger is effective in the management of morning sickness among antenatal mothers.BACKGROUND: Individuals with coronary artery disease undergo coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery to relieve symptoms, improve quality of life, and reduce early death. Cardiac interventions can affect the persons with either positive or negative outcomes. The post operative complications may vary from individual to individual depending upon the previous health status, age, gender, obesity, sedentary life style, etc. Some studies have found that women recover less well than men after CABG, whereas others have found women's outcomes comparable to those of men. Past studies for comparison of health-related quality of life between the male and female post CABG patients, were not adequate in Indian setting. The present study was undertaken to compare the complications and recovery pattern among male and female post CABG patients, so that modification in nursing care can be done. METHODS: The data was collected through interview and assessment of medical records of 80 post CABG patients of HDHI unit of DMC&H, Ludhiana. Verbal consent was taken from each subject. After selection of study subjects, identification data, socio-demographic profile and checklist for pattern of recovery and checklist for post CABG complications were filled. All the selected subjects were followed from ‘0’ post operative day till their discharge from hospital. RESULTS: The present study revealed that the more of female (69.2%) post CABG patients were elderly (61-80 yrs) as compared to male (51.8%) patients. Most of the Background and Aims: The purpose of this study was to compare the efficacy of normal saline with heparin saline flush in keeping peripheral intravenous (IV) lines patent among patients admitted in medical and surgical wards of selected hospital. Subjects and Method: Conveniently recruited 75 patients were equally randomized into 3 groups i.e. Control Group, Normal Saline group and heparin saline group. Normal saline flush (1ml) using SAS technique (Saline flush, Administration of drug, followed by Saline flush) and heparin saline flush (10 units heparin in 1 ml of normal saline) using SASH technique (Saline flush, Administration of drug followed by Saline Flush proceeded by Heparin saline flush) was administered in normal saline and heparin saline group respectively each-time following IV medication administration consecutively for 72 hours; with no intervention in control group. Results: There was significant difference (p<0.05) in duration of patency of IV line between control group (53.84 ± 19.46 hours) and normal saline group (64.44 ± 14.70 hours); and between control group and heparin saline group (66.96 ± 11.70 hours). However, normal saline and heparin saline group had no significant difference in duration of patency of IV line (p=0.50). Conclusion: The study concludes that normal saline is as effective as heparin saline in maintaining patency of IV lines.

Poor sleep quality and sleep disorders have a particular relevance among elderly because in addition to its high frequency, they may cause harm to their daily life and health. Conventional pharmacological methods might cause dependence and impairment in psychomotor and cognitive functioning. Listening to music, which is a non-pharmacological method, might promote sleep quality; however available data is inconclusive. The aim of the study was to determine the efficacy of music therapy on sleep quality among elderly. In addition, this study was also aimed to examine if there were effects on blood pressure, heart rate and respiration. A Pre-experimental research design was used on 30 elderly residing in selected old age homes of District Ludhiana. The convenience sampling was used to draw the sample. Before starting the intervention, baseline assessment of sleep quality using Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index, heart rate and Blood pressure of the subjects was done. The subjects listened classical instrumental music played through earphones for 30-45 min before sleep time for a period of 1 week. After the intervention, assessment of quality of sleep quality, pulse rate and blood pressure of the subjects was done and compared with the pre-intervention baseline data. The pre-intervention findings revealed that among 30 elderly in old age home, 53.3% had very poor sleep quality followed by 26.7% had poor while 26.7% had good sleep quality. On comparing the pre and post intervention sleep quality, it was found that post-Aims: The prevalence of elderly abuse is increasing across the globe because of graying of the population. There is paucity of work in India to address this issue. Therefore, a descriptive study was conducted to find out the prevalence of perceived abuse and neglect among elderly and to ascertain relationship between socio-demographic characteristics and perceived abuse among elderly. Material and Methods: A cross sectional survey was conducted on 125 conveniently selected elderly in selected areas of city Ludhiana. Data was collected through structured interview schedule. Results: The findings revealed that the prevalence of perceived emotional abuse was 89.6%, physical abuse 68%, financial abuse 59.2% and sexual abuse 2.4%. Neglect was reported by 90.4% of the elderly. Financial abuse score was significantly higher in female as compared to male. It was also significantly higher in financially independent and employed elderly. Furthermore, the study revealed that the source of abuse in majority of the cases was son. Conclusion and recommendations: The findings revealed that elder abuse and neglect is an escalating problem in Indian urban society. Social support system should be promoted and elderly should be educated about their rights against abuse. Community health nurse as well as clinical nurse should assess for possible signs of physical and sexual abuse among elderly while Significant advances in nursing and recognition of profession as crucial in health upkeep, notwithstanding, many nurses after completing their studies do not hold their profession in high esteem. As a result, the quality of services rendered by them is not likely to be as good as their counterparts with high regard for their profession. This study, conducted on 530 undergraduate and diploma nursing students of 12 selected colleges and schools of Punjab. Semi-structured questionnaire was administered to collect data. It was found that majority of students perceived their profession as respectful. However, more of diploma students did not hold such opinion. Further, less than half the students favoured bed side nursing as their career. It is concluded that quality of the nurses' environment should be improved for change in nurses' perception towards their profession and for better utilisation of their potential.

Background Congestive heart failure (CHF) patients are at substantial risk of obstructed sleep apnea (OSA) and poor sleep quality of life (SQOL) than the normal population which further worsen the prognosis of the heart failure. This study was conducted to assess the prevalence of OSA risk and SQOL among CHF patients. Methods This case control study was conducted in the January 2013 at outpatient department of Hero DMC Heart Institute, Ludhiana. Out of total 100 subjects, 50 stable CHF patients and 50 controls (age, gender, height and weight matched) were selected by convenience sampling. Modified Berlin questionnaire was used to assess OSA risk and Quebec sleep questionnaire was used for assessing SQOL. Data was collected by self-report method. Results This study revealed that the 58% of CHF patients were at high risk for OSA as compared with 12% of controls (P < 0.05). In CHF Background of the study: Congestive heart failure is the inability of heart to pump sufficient blood to meet the needs of tissues for oxygen and nutrients. Appropriate self-care is associated with prevention or early detection of health problem and better overall health related quality of life in patients with chronic illness such as heart failure. Objective: To ascertain co-relation between self

Introduction: Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common childhood onset psychiatric disorders that affect 2.0 – 14.0% of school age children. Co-morbidities are associated with ADHD but conduct symptoms are frequently associated with ADHD. Maternal employment and time spent with children is assumed to be important as the time mothers spend with children has a significant impact on congenital developments and overall well-being of children. Aims and Objectives: We conducted a cross sectional survey to assess the prevalence of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder among school children of working and non-working mothers. Methods: The study was carried out in 120 school children (60 children of working mothers and 60 children of non-working mothers) at selected schools, Ludhiana, Punjab. Parents of 6 – 12 years old children studying in selected schools were informed regarding the study and after taking consent; children were assessed for presence of ADHD using Vanderbilt ADHD Diagnostic Teacher Rating Scale. Results: Overall prevalence of ADHD was 28.33%. Prevalence of ADHD among school children of working mothers alone is found to be 33.33%. Prevalence of ADHD among school children of non-working mothers alone is found to be 23.33% Prevalence of ADHD was more in children of working mothers but the difference was not found to be statistically significant at p<0.05 level.Background and aim of the study: Pressure dressings have been used as the standard following sheath removal after coronary angiography in many institutions. Patients complain about pain while dressing removal and skin discomfort due to dressing. Many patients have experienced feeling of pulling beneath the dressing and redness, skin irritation and mild discoloration where tape has been applied. The present study was undertaken to compare the effect of transparent film dressing vs pressure dressing on bleeding and discomfort. Methodology: A total of 130 consecutive patients were randomly assigned to two groups: pressure dressing and transparent film dressing group. Outcome variables were bleeding and skin discomfort at the femoral puncture site following coronary angiography. Results: During dressing removal, 15.4% patients of experimental group felt mild pain and among control group, 60% felt mild pain, and 6.2% felt moderate pain (p<0.01). In present study, there was no bleeding and haematoma in any of the patients of both the groups. Present study also revealed that feeling of pulling beneath the dressing was absent in experimental group and was present in 83.1% patients of control group (p<0.01). Two third (64.6%) of the patients of control group complained of pain on removal of dressing while in experimental group, only 15.4% of the patients complained of pain on removal of dressing (p<0.01). Redness was present in 09 (13.8%) patients in control group while in experimental group, 1 (1.5%) patient presented This study was aimed to explore the perception of newly admitted and outgoing B.Sc. (N) nursing students. : Most of students were females (97.2%), Sikh (88.8%). Most of the student’s father were self-employed (49.6%), rural (66.8%), nuclear family(72.4%), board of secondary education(72%), and relatives in abroad(74%).Most of students were to go abroad to join nursing profession and did not have any relative in nursing profession . Most of students perceived nursing profession as an opportunity to help people and for personal growth, means to earn blessings, as a dignified and respectful profession, way to get recognition in the society and an opportunity to get better marriage offers. Most of students perceived that nursing profession provide job security, an autonomous profession, is a science and art, as a therapeutic relationship for the purposes of providing care. Most of nursing students perceived nursing profession have a rigid impersonal rules, regulation and procedures, not have a poor salary, not nave a poor image in the society, not an easier profession to entre in and is meant not only for females. Majority of (96.4%) students have a bright prospective in abroad and more than half (68%) students to get better marriage offers. A vast majority of the subjects were not planning to change the profession. The present study concluded that most of the newly admitted B.Sc. (N) students had significant positive perception towards nursing profession. Present study revealed that outgoing B.Sc. (N) Students had slightly negative A descriptive research design was used and 60 elderly men and women were recruited from the selected old age homes. Modified Berlin questionnaire and Quebec sleep quality questionnaire was used to collect data. The study explored that 85% of the male and 55% female elderly were at high risk of OSA. Gender, Obesity and waist hip ratio were not significantly associated with high risk of OSA.

Objective: Obesity is increasing worldwide at an alarming rate in both developed and developing countries among women. The present study was aimed to assess on knowledge and practices of life style modifications among obese women of reproductive age group in selected urban and rural area of district Ludhiana, Punjab. Material and methods: This comparative research study included 200 obese women of reproductive age group (15-45years) from urban and rural area by convenience sampling technique. Data was collected using structured questionnaires. Results: Nearly half of the sample (46.5%) was in the age group of 26-35years and more than half of them (51.5%) had B.M.I more than 25. One fourth of the obese women (26%) were educated up to secondary from urban and rural area. The prevalence of obesity was 51% and 30% in urban and rural area respectively. Almost similar percentage of women in both groups (69% and 70% in urban and rural area respectively) had sedentary life style. Conclusion: Sufficient knowledge of life style modifications was present among obese women but they were not practicing that knowledge appropriately therefore, further studies are recommended to probe the situation which hinder them to practice healthy life style to prevent obesity.

In Intensive Care Unit, there are several environmental conditions that can trigger stress responses. It includes medical devices applied to the patient, such as nasogastric tubes, Oropharyngeal airway, use of ventilators as well as the pain and discomfort. Some nurses could not perceive their patients stressors accurately, therefore effective care might not be guaranteed. Hence, it is important Domestic violence in India is endemic and widespread predominantly against women. The study was carried to find out the prevalence of domestic violence and its contributing factors among married women. Cross-sectional descriptive research design was used in this study to assess prevalence and contributory factors of domestic violence among married women of selected slums of Ludhiana. A total 323 married women were selected by simple random sampling technique. Interview schedule was used to collect information from the subjects on domestic violence and its contributory factors. Results found that 198 (61.3%) of married women experienced domestic violence within last 12 months in slums. Majority (75.8%) of married women who experienced domestic violence were illiterate and were housewives(56.0%). Maximum number of (95.9%) women experienced domestic violence committed by their husband and 7 (3.5%) of married women experienced domestic violence committed by mother in law. The most occurring contributory factor of domestic violence present in 95.9% of women was “Woman not earning” and the least occurring contributory factor (07.07%) was woman's infertility. Woman's age, woman's occupation, husband's age, husband's education, husband's occupation, type of family, number of family members, socioeconomic status had significant relationship with domestic violence. The study concludes that domestic violence is highly prevalent among married women. Economical unproductive Introduction: Adolescence signifies the transition from girlhood to womanhood. Menarche is considered as period of peak height velocity or "growth spurt" where maturation of all reproductive parts takes place. For acceptance of these changes, awareness is necessary regarding menstrual cycle including knowledge of contraceptives among adolescents. The present study was undertaken to assess the awareness regarding menstrual cycle and contraceptives among adolescent girls. Method: In this descriptive study 100 adolescent girls of selected schools of rural area, district Ludhiana were enrolled by convenience sampling technique. Data was collected by self-report method using multiple choice questionnaire regarding menstrual cycle and contraceptives. Results: Findings revealed that more than half (51%) of subjects had below average knowledge regarding menstrual cycle whereas more than 2/3rd (70%) of study subjects had below average knowledge regarding contraceptives. Most common menstrual problem (23%) found was dysmenorrhea. Sikh adolescents were significantly more aware about menstrual cycle as compared to Hindu. Media was the significant source of information among adolescents. Age at menarche had significant (p<0.05) impact on level of awareness regarding contraceptives among adolescent girls. Conclusion: The study concludes that awareness (level of knowledge) regarding menstrual cycle and a contraceptive is below average among adolescent girls. Therefore, it is recommended to make school teachers Introduction & Background: Assertive behaviour can improve the quality of care provided to the client by a nurse. There is paucity of research studies which explores the assertiveness level among staff nurses in India. Aim & Objectives: The present study was aimed to assess the level of assertiveness among staff nurses working in BMHRC, Bhopal. Material & Method: In this descriptive survey, we included 100 conveniently selected staff nurses from the BMHRC. Institutional Ethical Committee of BMHRC approved the study project. Rathus Assertiveness Schedule was administered to assess level of assertiveness. Sociodemographic data was collected through structured questionnaire. Results: GNM qualified staff nurses dominated the study sample (92%) and 83% of the staff nurses had more than 5 years of professional experience. The study revealed that slightly more than half of the sample (55%) was assertive. Most of the staff nurses (59%) with GNM qualification were assertive on contrary; all of the graduate nurses were non-assertive (χ2=10.628; p<0.05). Nearly 2/3rd (66%) of the staff nurses who had above 5 years experience were assertive; however, none of the staff nurse having 1-5 years of professional experience was assertive (χ2=25.033; p<0.05). Gender was not significantly associated with assertiveness among staff nurses (χ2=0.2361; p>0.05). Significantly more (69.33%) of the staff nurses belonging to

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