iosr-JNHS   Volume-3 ~ Issue-2 ~ March-April 2014

Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	A study to assess the effectiveness of teaching programme on round worm infestation among middle school children at a rural setting.
Country	:	India
Authors	:	Mrs.G. Bhuvaneswari M.Sc(N)
	:	10.9790/1959-03210105

Abstract: The magnitude of parasitic infestation among children constitutes a major public health problem in many parts of the world. In India, 87.5% of the sludge samples were positive with ascaris, toxocara, trichuris and hook worm. The poor standard of living includes improper disposal of faecal and other wastes, overcrowding, unhygienic health practices and poor environmental sanitation. All these lead to various experiences such as malnutrition and worm infestation. The aim of this study was to describe the effectiveness of teaching programme on round worm infestation among middle school children.

[1]. Achar‟s (2002). Text book of Pediatrics madras: orient Longman.
[2]. Adelepillitteri (1999). Child health nursing (care of the child and family) Philadelphia : Lippincott
[3]. Ananymous, (1978). Unicef news, unicef: 4: 34.
[4]. Asaolu, so., et al. (2002). Effect of water supply and sanitation the prevalence and intensity of ascaris lumbricoides among pre – school children in Nigeria, Journal of tropical medical hygine, 96(6): 600 – 4.
[5]. Bansal. D, et. al., (2004). Intestinal parasites and intra familial incidence in a low socio - economic area of Chandigarh Nepal, Journal of medical college; 6(1): 28 – 31.

Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Knowledge and Practices of Menstrual Hygiene among Married Adolescents and Young Women in Chittoor District Of Andra Pradesh: India
Country	:	India
Authors	:	Dr. Patil Sudha Rani
	:	10.9790/1959-03210615

Abstract: Background: Adolescent girls often lack knowledge regarding reproductive health including menstruation which can be due to socio-cultural barriers in which they grow up. The menstrual hygiene related practices of female in the adolescence period can have effect on their health. Issues associated with menstruation are never discussed openly and this burdens adolescent girls by keeping them ignorant of this biological function. Among the various sub groups of women, reproductive health of married adolescence and young women is of crucial and especially in a state like Andhra Pradesh.

[1]. Ahuja A, Tiwari S (1995). Awareness about pubertal changes among adolescent girls. Journal of Family Welfare; 41(1):46-50.
[2]. Deo DS and Ghattargi CH (2005) Perceptions and Practices Regarding Menstruation: A comparative Study in Urban and Rural Adolescent Girls. Indian Journal of Community Medicine. Jan-Mar (30):1
[3]. Indian Council of Medical Research (I.C.M.R). (2005-2006). Knowledge and Practices of adolescent girls. In Reproductive health. ICMR annual report, New Delhi, 74. Available at: http.//www.icmr.nic.in/annual/2005-06/hqds/rh.pdf.
[4]. Jyothi Kamalam K, Rajalakshmi B (2005) Reproductive Health Awareness among College-Going Girls: Indian Journal of Social Work. 66(4):414-430
[5]. Khanna A, Goyal RS, Bhawsar R (2005). Menstrual practices and reproductive problems: A study of adolescent girls in Rajasthan. Journal of Health Management. 7(1):91-97.

Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	"A Descriptive Survey to Explore the Marital Reasons for Divorce among Computer Professionals"
Country	:	India
Authors	:	P.Subha Rani
	:	10.9790/1959-03211617

Abstract: The formation and dissolution of marital relationships have important implications for individual wellbeing and for society. Stable partnerships are associated with higher incomes, improved health and happiness, and positive child outcomes. (1) The definition of marriage varies according to different cultures, but it is principally an institution in which interpersonal relationships, usually intimate and sexual, are acknowledged. When defined broadly, marriage is considered a cultural universal. In many cultures, marriage is formalized via a wedding ceremony.

[1] Shelly Lundberg, 2012. "Personality and marital surplus", Journal of Labor Economics, Springer, vol. 1(1), pages 1-21.
[2] Denise F. Polit, "Nursing Research-Principles and Methods", Lippincott Williams, New Delhi., 7th edition.
[3] en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marriage
[4] en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Divorce
[5] www.ask.com
[6] en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Homosexuality_in_India
[7] en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Soft_skills

Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Migration and Retention of Registered Nurses - A Case Study of Freetown
Country	:	India
Authors	:	Umar N Jibril, Umar Aliyu, Amina G. Umar, Strasser, King Nadett, Mulikat A. Ibraheem
	:	10.9790/1959-03211826

Abstract: This study was conducted based on the health needs and deplorable health situation in West Africa sub region with particular reference to Sierra Leone. A quantitative study with descriptive design approach was used to observe and describe aspect of retention situation of Registered Nurses (RNs) in selected health institutions in Freetown. The main objective of the study was to describe the profile of the migration of nurses and to provide explanations for the observed retention problem of RNs in the health sector of Sierra Leone and specifically identify factors associated with the movement of registered nurses from Sierra Leone to other countries. The research sample was practicing RNs drawn from three Government Hospitals and three Private Hospitals. Questionnaires were administered to 155 practicing RNs to elicit information on various factors responsible for mass migration. 133 questionnaires were retrieved, given a response rate of 94.4%. The findings of the study showed that about 40% of RNs leave the country for jobs overseas, because of poor remuneration, poor working environment, delayed promotion and lack of incentives. Majority of respondents in both health institutions recommended better remuneration and recruitment of fresh graduate RNs into government workforce as remedies to retention and emigration problem in the country.
Keywords: Migration, Registered Nurses, Retention, Turnover, Volunteer.

[1]. Adeleye, S.A. (2006). Nursing Personnel Shortage and its Effect on Health Care Delivery. West African Journal of Nursing, 17 (2): 174- 176.
[2]. Aiken, L.H., Sochaski, T. and Anderson, F. (1996). Downsizing the Hospital Workforce, Health Affairs, 15, 88-92.
[3]. Anonymous Nursing Extenders now found in 97% of Hospitals, American Journal of Nursing News, (1991), 88-92.
[4]. Awases, M., Nyoni, J., Gbary, A., and Chatora, R.S. (2003). Migration of health Professionals in six countries: a synthesis report. World Health Organization, WHO Regional Office for Africa, Division of Health Systems and Services Development, Geneva, Switzerland.
[5]. British Broadcasting Corporation. (2006). Migration of Health Personnel in Africa, BBC World News. Bush house, London.