iosr-JNHS   Volume-9 ~ Issue-6 ~ Nov. – Dec. 2020

Abstract: Background: Alcoholism and alcohol related morbidities are frequent in coastal areas among fishermen. Fishermen have prolonged hours of continuous work, which are found to be correlated with high cigarette and alcohol consumption. WHO highlights the necessity to identify hazardous and harmful pattern of alcohol use among individuals using standard measures, to facilitate appropriate interventions to reduce the risk of alcohol related problems especially health problems. AUDIT is a simple and valid method to screen individuals who are succumbed to alcoholism and are at risk for specific consequences of harmful drinking. Materials and Methods: Quantitative descriptive design was used to analyze various problems encountered by the alcoholic fishermen in south Kerala. Using Purposive sampling technique study included 60 fishermen. The Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test (AUDIT) developed by WHO and a structured questionnaire were the tools to assess the hazardous and harmful pattern of alcoholism and to identify the alcohol related health problems.....

Key Word: Alcoholism, Audit, Heath problems

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Abstract: Background: Upper gastrointestinal bleeding is an extremely common clinical problem, resulting in significant morbidity, mortality and cost. The study aimed to: evaluate the effect of designated nursing Intervention on the outcomes of patients with upper gastrointestinal bleeding. Design: A quasi-experimental research design used in this study. Setting: This study was conducted at the Intensive Care Unit & Emergency Department in As-salam International Hospital. Subject: A Purposive sample of seventy adult patients divided equally into two groups diagnosed with upper gastrointestinal bleeding. Tools: Three tools were used for data collection, included sociodemographic and medical.....

Keywords: Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Nursing Intervention, Outcomes

[1]. Tafen, M and Stain, S.C. (2018): Emergency general surgery, 1st ed., Springer, Cham, Chapter 10, Upper gastrointestinal bleeding, Pp 87-102.
[2]. Perisetti, A., Kopel, J., Shredi, A., Raghavapuram, S., Tharian, B. and Nugent, K. (2019): Prophylactic pre-esophagogastroduodenoscopy tracheal intubation in patients with upper gastrointestinal bleeding, Proc (Bayl Univ Med Cent). Jan: 32(1):Pp22-25.
[3]. Strate L. (2016): Approach to acute lower gastrointestinal bleeding in adults, Up To Date website, www.uptodate.com External link, Updated March 18, 2016, Accessed 14/1/ 2020.
[4]. Fugazzola, P., Montori, G., Bing, C., Catena, F., Sartelli, M., Ansaloni, L. and Coccolini, F. (2018): Surgical Management of elderly patients, 1st ed., Springer, Cham, Chapter 5, Upper and lower gastrointestinal bleeding, Pp 427-444.
[5]. Khalid, T and Khan, F.A. (2019): Diagnostic accuracy of etiology score for predicting variceal bleed in patients of upper gastrointestinal bleeding, journal of Islamabad medical and dental college, 7(3): 40-65.

Abstract: Background: Child maltreatment is a foremost public concern, affecting hundreds of thousands of children annually and yielding vast short and long-term behavioral consequences. Emotional, social and physical deprivation during early life has been linked to a wide array of short and long-term mental health consequence.Traumatic experiences in childhood are a prominent risk factor for aggressive behavior.Psychoeducational intervention is generally considered first line when addressing trauma- and stressor-related emotional and behavioral.....

Key Word: Foster Care Children, Aggression, Psychoeducation

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[2]. Shaheen F. &Musaddiq J., (2014). Role of Self Esteem in Development of Aggressive Behavior among Adolescents. International Journal of Education and Psychological Research (IJEPR). 3, (4), 54-7.
[3]. Riedal R., (2013). The Relationship between Sexual Abuse of Children Placed in Foster Care and Aggressive Behavior. A dissertation submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Doctor of philosophy in Clinical Psychology. Walden University. ProQuest.
[4]. Coffino B., (2018). The role of childhood parent figure loss in the etiology of adult depression: findings from a prospective longitudinal study. PubMed Central (PMC). 11(5). 445-70.
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Abstract: Background: Nursing student motivation is an important factor in student retention in nursing programmes. However, the challenges nursing students face could influence their motivation and retention, which could in turn increase the shortage of nurses. Therefore, this systematic review seeks to identify factors that impact nursing students' motivation to continue their nursing studies. Review aims to explore factors influencing academic motivation among baccalaureate nursing students. Two research questions were used to accomplish this aim: 1- What factors influence baccalaureate nursing students' academic motivation? 2- How do motivation and demotivation impact the non-continuation of baccalaureate nursing students? Methods: Nursing studies published from 2013 to 2019 and listed in health and human sciences electronic databases, such....

Keywords: Motivation, inspiration, nursing students, student nurses and attrition

[1]. Albloushi, M., Ferguson, L., Stamler, L., Bassendowski, S., Hellsten, L. and KentWilkinson, A., (2019) 'Saudi female nursing students experiences of sense of belonging in the clinical settings: A qualitative study'. Nurse education in practice, 35, pp. 69-74.
[2]. Alharbi, M., McKenna, L. and Whittall, D., (2019) 'Social barriers experienced by female Saudi nursing students while studying nursing: A phenomenological study'. Nurse education in practice, 34, pp.123-129.
[3]. Başkale, H. and Serçekuş, P. (2015) 'Nursing as career choice: perceptions of Turkish nursing students'. Contemporary Nurse, 51(1), pp.5-15.
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Abstract: Introduction - In India maternal death rate is between five hundred per one lakh population. Infant mortality ratein India was about 28 deaths per thousand live births in years 2019. Though the child mortality rates have rates decreased substantiality, but 68% of under 5 deaths were due to child and maternal malnutrition.Methods –Pre-experimental one group pretest and post- test design was used to collect the data from 60 Primi-gravida mothers of selected villages of Nainital. Purposive sampling technique was used to collect the data with the help of knowledge questionnaire...

Key words -Structured Teaching Programme, Knowledge, Antenatal diet, Primigravida mothers

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Abstract: Advances and improvements in treatment of critical illness have resulted in more patients who require prolonged airway and airway clearance. Tracheostomy is one of the most common intensive care unit procedures performed. The advantages include patient comfort, safety, ability to communicate, and better oral and airway care. The aim of the study is to evaluate the effectiveness of video assisted teaching module on knowledge regarding tracheostomy care among the B.Sc. Nursing II year students. The researcher assumed that B. Sc nursing students may have inadequate knowledge regarding the Tracheostomy care.The present study is a quantitative study with one group pretest posttest design. 50 B.Sc (N) – II yr students were selected through a simple random sampling technique....

Key words: Video assisted teaching module (VATM), Tracheostomy care, B.Sc. Nursing 2nd year students.

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Abstract: Background: Work-life balance is very important in the life of professionals, especially nurses. Work of nurses during pandemic varies from normal routine work. Routine life style is disrupted leading to imbalance in life and work. Poor work-life balance can lead to severe distress, depression, and have a negative impact in nurses' life. This study aimed to evaluate the work-life balance of nurses during the pandemic of COVID – 19. Materials and Methods: Quantitative descriptive research was done in a tertiary hospital in South India. Stratified proportionate random sampling was used to select the nurses. Demographic proforma and work-life balance scale were used to collect data after getting written consent.....

Key words: Work-life Balance; Nurses, Pandemic

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Abstract: Background: Iodine is one of the most recognized micronutrient along with Vitamin A, Calcium, etc. It is needed in the human body in trace quantity and is a major component of the thyroid hormone. in the annual global production of over 200 million tons of salt, only about 6% is used for human consumption. This study assessed iodine content in commonly consumed salts in Osun State. Common salt is a mineral composed primarily of Sodium Chloride (Nacl). Materials and Methods: Three samples of commonly consumed salts of different households and eateries in Osun state, Nigeria were analyzed for iodine content. Mr. Chef, Dangote salts and the locally produced salts (unbranded) were the most popular salts found in all the households visited. Cross sectional study was used where 100 house hold including.....

Key words: Salts, iodine, Packaging, storage

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Abstract: Background: Children are at risk for injury because of their normal curiosity, impulsiveness, and desire to master new skills and imitate adult behavior from an early age. Injuries are the first leading but predictable, avoidable and preventable cause of morbidity and mortality among under five-year children worldwide. Materials and Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study aims to find out maternal awareness on home accident of toddlers. The non-probability purposive sampling technique was used to collect data. The structured interviewer administered questionnaire was used to collect data. Total sample size was 108 and Putalibazar Municipality in Syangja District was chosen as the study area. Data was entered in Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS) 16 version.....

Key words: Home accident; Maternal awareness; Mother; Toddler

[1]. Adhikari B, Bhattarai S, Gauro P, Mishra R. Awareness and practice of mother having under five children regarding prevention of childhood accident. International Journal of Health Sciences and Research. 2017;7(9):134-144.
[2]. Aldoori NM, Talib M. Assessment of mother's education and their knowledge about home-accident among early childhood age group. Journal for Nursing Sciences. 2017;7(1):89-96.
[3]. Debnath M, Reang T, Amar Tripura A. A study to assess the knowledge of rural mothers regarding common domestic childhood injuries and home-safety measures adopted by them in West district of Tripura, India. Journal of Evolution of Medical and Dental Sciences. 2014;3(20):5522-5528.
[4]. Heman H, Dilli M. Descriptive study to assess the level of knowledge regarding first aid management of domestic accidents among mothers of under five children and safety practices at home in rural village, Chennai. International Journal of Nursing and Patient Safety & Care. 2016;1(1):31-38.
[5]. Kamel EG, Emam SA, Mohammed ES. Knowledge, attitude and practice among rural mothers about home related injuries in a rural area in El-minia governorate, Egypt. Science Journal of Public Health. 2014;2(6):653-659..