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

Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Effectiveness of video-teaching programme regarding the concept of thermal protection of neonates
Country	:	India
Authors	:	Amita Sood, Jyoti Bala, Yogesh Kumar
	:	10.9790/1959-03220106

Abstract: Newborns are predisposed to develop hypothermia more commonly during first 12 hours of life. Neonatal hypothermia at birth increases mortality as well as significant morbidity and hospitalization period. The present study was carried out with an objective to evaluate the knowledge and skills of nursing personnel regarding concept of thermal protection of neonates before and after administration of video teaching programme. Thirty nursing personnel working in the paediatric and allied units of selected hospital of Ambala, Haryana were selected. The experimental research approach with Pre-experimental: One group pre-test post-test research design was adopted.

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	"A Study On Growth Parameters And Prevalence Of Overweight And Obesity Among School Going Children (5 – 10 Years) In Tirunelveli District"
Country	:	India
Authors	:	J. Harine Sargunam#, M.A.S. Haseen Fathima#,Dr.M.I. Fazal Mohamed
	:	10.9790/1959-03220714

Abstract: Recent data indicate a rise in obesity in children in developing countries. A study in India revealed that among school going children 9.9% of boys and 12% of girls were overweight and 6.3% of the girls were obese. This study highlights the theories of prevalence, assessment dietary significance, clinical effects and inter relation between low socio economic and upper socio economic status of childhood for overweight and obesity. This paper outlined current tools used to assess and identify those who are at risk for overweight and obesity. The current gold standard for assessing and diagnosing overweight and obesity is the Body Mass Index (BMI). This study was designed to know the prevalence of childhood obesity in school children from rural and urban areas in Tirunelveli district. Data on the prevalence of obesity in children were collected and analyzed from two schools from urban and rural areas of Tirunelveli district respectively. The prevalence of childhood obesity in Tirunelveli is not very high as compared to other reports from different regions of the country. However, it is an important multi factorial condition which needs immediate medical attention to stop the march of healthy children towards chronic disorders.

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Methods of Family Planning Used Over a Period of One And A Half Years in Olorunda Local Government Area of Osun State, Nigeria
Country	:	Nigeria
Authors	:	Falode, D.T.; Akintaro, O.A.
	:	10.9790/1959-03221519

Abstract: This study is a retrospective one covering a period of one and a half years (October 2005-April 2007). The research was carried out in four maternity centers, namely, Akogun, Oke-Onitea, Ota-Efun, and Atelewo, all in Olorunda Local Government Area of Osun State, Nigeria. According to the 2006 population censures, the population of Olorunda Local Government Area is 126, 374. The male and female population is 49.4% and 50.6% respectively. Total sampling technique was used to select the respondents for this study. All available records of 494 clients who attended the clinic between October 2005 and April 2007 were studied. Descriptive statistics of frequency counts and percentages were used to analyze the data of the respondents. The result showed that the number of new cases was slightly more than revisits and other cases. It was therefore recommended that the ongoing efforts aimed at educating the people about the benefits of family planning should be sustained.

Key Words: Family planning, population, pregnancy, abortion.

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	"A Self Reported Reasons for Divorce by Computer Professionals"
Country	:	India
Authors	:	P.Subha Rani
	:	10.9790/1959-03222021

Abstract: According to the psychologists of health, the foundation of the family will be realized under the shelter of the life of couples along with the establishment of permanent and strong links between the man and woman which is called marriage. However, among the important mental impacts of marriage is the establishment of a favorable relation between the man and woman which brings to both of them tranquility(.1)

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Satisfaction Level of Inpatients on the Nursing Care Provided By Staff Nurses at King Fahd Central Hospital
Country	:	Saudi Arabia
Authors	:	Ibrahim Al Neami , Cynthia G. Dimabayao, Elizer R. Caculitan
	:	10.9790/1959-03222231

Abstract:Objective: The main objective of this study is to obtain a comprehensive data on the satisfaction level of in-patients on the nursing care provided by staff nurses at King Fahd Central Hospital in order to improve and strengthen the efficiency of health services and upgrading the provision of nursing practice through appropriate training program.

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	"Effectiveness of Planned Health Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Care of Pressure Sores Among Caregivers of Non-Ambulatory Clients"
Country	:	India
Authors	:	Maneesh Sharma, Himanshu Vyas, Vijay Purbia
	:	10.9790/1959-03223236

Abstract: A Quasi experimental study was conducted to assess the effect of planned health teaching on knowledge regarding care of pressure sore among caregivers of non ambulatory client's in selected hospital of PCMC area in Pune city. The samples consisting of 60 Caregivers of Non-Ambulatory client's was selected by using a simple random sampling technique. The tool comprises of knowledge questionnaires. The pre-test was conducted and planned health teaching was administered on caregiver's of non-ambulatory client's immediately after the pre-test.the post test was conducted after one week of pre testwith same questionnaires. The data obtained were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics.

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Involvement of Mothers in Educating Their Children on Family Life and Related Issues in Awka South LGA, Anambra State
Country	:	Nigeria
Authors	:	Ilo Clementine Ifeyinwa, Agbapuonwu Noreen Ebelechukwu, Obasi Stella Chinyelu, Makata Ngozi Eucharia
	:	10.9790/1959-03223741

Abstract: Five focus group discussions were held with 100 mothers of adolescent girls in Awka South LGA of Anambra State to assess their involvement in family life education for their children. The mothers perceived that girls should be told about menstruation only after attaining menarche and their fathers and brothers should not know about it. The girls were told at the time of marriage how they should behave with their parents-in-law, sister-in-law and husband. No information was given about what is intercourse, how conception occurred and on family planning measures. The mothers were uncomfortable about imparting family life education to their daughters. According to them, the girls can get information through their friends and elder sisters. Doctors, nurses, health personnel and teachers could impart family life education and this should be done to the girls only after attaining menarche.
Key words: Family life education, Behaviour change communication, Focus group discussions.

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Job Stress Causes Attrition among Nurses in Public and Private Hospitals
Country	:	India
Authors	:	Dr. C. N. Rawal, Ms. Shradha A. Pardeshi
	:	10.9790/1959-03224247

Abstract: Nursing has been reported as a stressful speciality. Nursing staff working at the bottom of the hierarchy in hospitals are the ones who are more stressed out. The current nursing shortage and high turnover is of great concern because of its impact upon the efficiency and effectiveness of any health-care delivery system. Further, recruitment and retention of nurses are persistent problems associated with job stress. The researcher intends to understand the nurses' experiences and perceptions of job-related stress and its effect on their work behaviour. It aimed at addressing the issue of how stress at work can be effectively managed, reduced, or prevented by the government and hospital management boards in order to enhance the health of their nurses, as well as improving their work behaviour. This paper presents the result of a research work of job stress on nurses .An extensive literature search was also performed aiming to identify and review research studies that investigate variables which influence job stress and work behaviour of nurses working in health settings. The study established a fact that job stress has significant negative effect on work behaviour of the nurses. Conclusion: It is essential to reorganize work environment and remove as many as possible stressors, along with training of staff in ways with which they can manage job stress and achieve better adjustment in order to promote employees' health and safety.
Keyword: Job stress, turnover, job satisfaction, role conflict.

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Women Empowerment and Skilled Attendance/Facility Delivery in a Rural Community of Western Kenya
Country	:	Kenya
Authors	:	Asweto, C. O., Ouma, J. O., Aluoch, J. R., Obonyo, C. O.
	:	10.9790/1959-03224853

Abstract: It is estimated that over 500,000 women die annually due to maternity complications, majority occur in the developing countries. In Kenya, maternal mortality ratio still remains high despite increased maternal health intervention efforts. Many developing countries have expanded their primary health facilities to improve access to maternal health services. However, disparity in use of health services is not very well understood. To determine relationship between women's empowerment and utilization of delivery care services, a survey of 403 mothers was conducted in Madiany division of Rarieda district, Kenya. About half the women had skilled delivery and health facility delivery. Predictors of skilled delivery and health facility delivery were education, autonomy, knowledge on pregnancy and delivery risks, occupation, parity, cost and travelling time. In order to move towards achieving MDG 5 we recommend empowering women by better education and income, and raising women's awareness on pregnancy danger signs by comprehensive health education.
Key words: Maternal Health Care Utilization, Delivery care services, Women empowerment, Maternal Mortality Ratio.

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