iosr-JNHS   Volume-6 ~ Issue-4 ~ July-August 2017

Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Intrapartum Support for Mothers of a Maternity Hospital: A Case Study
Country	:	India
Authors	:	Onuoha PC || Sergeant-Richards O
	:	10.9790/1959-0604030107

Abstract: Aim: This study is an attempt to document perceptions of new mothers at a maternity hospital in a Caribbean Island state, with regard to their experiences of nursing support or lack thereof during the intrapartum period (labour and delivery) using a tested instrument. No study had been documented nor done in this Island state related to this research issue. Methods: The investigators employed quantitative descriptive survey method using a questionnaire to elicit the mothers' responses on the aspects of the research issue..............

Keywords:Intrapartum experience, Nurses support, Caribbean..

[1] Sauls, D. J. (2007). Nurses‟ Attitudes Toward Provision of Care and Related Health Outcomes. Research gate, p.117
[2] Green JM, Coupland VA, Kitzinger JV. (1990). Expectations, experiences, and psychological outcomes

[3] Hodnett, E. D., Gates, S., Hofmeyr, G. J., Sakala, C., & Weston, J. (2012). Continuous support for women during childbirth. Cochrane Database Syst Rev, 10.
[4] World Health Organization. (2002). Promoting Effective Perinatal Care: Essential Antenatal, Perinatal and Postpartum Care. Training modules. Retrieved from http://www.euro.who.int/__data/assets/pdf_file/0013/131521/E79235.pdf

[5] Dunne, C. L. (2012). A mixed-method study to investigate the relationship between the number of social support people present during labour, women‟s perceptions and birth utcomes (Doctoral dissertation, Queensland University of Technology).

Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Effectiveness of 'Training Program' on knowledge and practices of Hand hygiene among health care workers
Country	:	India
Authors	:	Reena Marandi || Muthuvenkatchalam S || Mehvish Khalid
	:	10.9790/1959-0604030812

Abstract: Hand hygiene is recognized as the leading measure to prevent cross-transmission of microorganisms and to reduce the incidence of health care associated infections in patients and staff. The aim of the study was to assess the effectiveness of training program on knowledge and practice of hand hygiene among health care workers.A pre-experimental research one group pre-and post-test design 40 health care workers were selected from selected obstetric unit of selected hospital. Total enumeration sampling was used to select the samples to assess the level of knowledge:..............

Keywords: Hand Hygiene, Training Program, Knowledge, Practice.

[1] Pittet D., Hugonnet S., Harbarth S. et al. Effectiveness of a hospital-wide programme to improve compliance with hand hygiene. The Lancet. 2000;356(9238):1307–12.
[2] Boyce J.M., Pittet D. Guideline for hand hygiene in health-care settings. Recommendations of the healthcare infection control practices advisory committee and the HICPAC/SHEA/APIC/IDSA hand hygiene task force. Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report. 2002;12(22):3–40.
[3] Longtin Y., Sax H., Allegranzi B., Schneider F., Pittet D. Videos in clinical medicine. Hand hygiene. The New England Journal of Medicine. 2011;364(24):31-40.
[4] Buerhaus P. I., Auerbach D. I., Staiger D. O. Recent trends in the registered nurse labor market in the U.S.: short-run swings on top of long-term trends. Nursing Economics. 2007;25(2):59–66.
[5] Abualrub R.F. Nursing shortage in Jordan: what is the solution? Journal of Professional Nursing.2007 ;( 23) 2:117–20.

Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Impact of a Designed Teaching Protocol about Nursing Management of Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting on Nurse's Knowledge, Practices and Patient's Outcome
Country	:	Egypt
Authors	:	Amal Said Taha
	:	10.9790/1959-0604031328

Abstract: Background: Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) is a common surgery to treat coronary artery disease. It involves a section of a vein or an artery to create a connection (or bypass) between the aorta and the coronary artery beyond the obstruction.
Aim: Was to examine the impact of a designed teaching protocol about nursing management of coronary artery bypass grafting on nurse's knowledge, practices and patient's outcomes at Benha University Hospital. Research design: Quasi-experimental design...............

Keywords: Coronary artery bypass grafting, designed teaching protocol, knowledge, practices, outcomes.

[1] Dunckley M. Ellard D, Quinn T, Barlow J.(2008):Coronary artery bypass grafting: patients' and health professionals' views of recovery after hospital discharge. Eur J Cardiovas Nurs 2008;7(1):36-42.
[2] Martin, CG & Turkelson SL. (2006): journal of Cardiovascular Nursing, March /April 2006, Volume 21 ,Number 2, pages 109-117.
[3] Perrin, K.O. (2009). Understanding the essentials of critical care nursing. Upper Saddle River, NJ:Pearson Prentice Hall.
[4] World Health Organization, (2011). Available at http://www.escardio.org.
[5] Osborn KS, Wraa CE and Watson AB. (2010): Medical Surgical Nursing: Preparation for practice, 1 st ed. Chapter 40, Pearson, P 1211..

Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Effect of Applying Educational Sessions on the Nurses' Knowledge regarding Cervical Cancer
Country	:	Egypt
Authors	:	HendLabeebMoustafa Abo-Lela || Suzan Elsaid Mansour || RafikIbrahemBarakat || NahedFikry Hassan Khedr
	:	10.9790/1959-0604032936

Abstract: This study aimed to assess the effect of applying educational sessions on nurses' knowledge regarding cervical cancer. Design: quasi-experimental study. Setting: This study was conducted at the obstetrics and gynecology departments in Mansoura University Hospital, Egypt. Sample: Convenient sample was used (110 nurses). Tools of data collections: Structured interviewing questionnaire which includes three parts were prepared toassess the general characteristics of the nurses.............

Keywords: Cervical Cancer, Educational Sessions, Knowledge

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[2]. Khoo C, TeohS , Rashid A,et al,.(2011) Awareness of Cervical Cancer and HPV Vaccination and its Affordability in Rural Malaysia. Asian Pacific Journal of Cancer Prevention. 2011; 2:1428
[3]. Nootan R. Mali, Ramling Mali (2014). Effect of Structured Education on Knowledge Regarding Prevention of Cervical Cancer among A.N.M. Students .International Journal of Science and Research. (JISR) ISSN:3 (3) 2319-7064
[4]. O. Awodele , A. A. A. Adeyomoye , D. F. Awodele , V. Kwashi, I. O. Awodele, D. C. Dolapo (2011). A Study on Cervical Cancer Screening Amongst Nurses in Lagos University Teaching Hospital, Lagos, Nigeria. J CancEduc 2011. [5]. Olumide A,Oluwatosin O,Abiodun,John O Sotunsa andFrancis A Oluwole (2014). Impact of health education intervention on knowledge and perception of cervical cancer and cervical screening uptake among adult women in rural communities in Nigeria. BMC Public Health 2014, 14: 814. Available at: http//www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/14/814.

Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Male Partner Involvement In Antenatal Care Services In Mumias East And West Sub-Counties, Kakamega County, Kenya
Country	:	Kenya
Authors	:	Sally Jepkosgei Kiptoo || Dr. Mary Kipmerewo
	:	10.9790/1959-0604033746

Abstract: Male participation in the Antenatal Care is essential for realization of socio-cultural and economic development. The significance of the male was noted as he is the head of the house and has strong influence on decision making in his family. This research was guided by use of cross-sectional survey in which both qualitative and quantitative data was collected. Data was obtained by means of questionnaires, interview guides and observation schedules. Questionnaires were used to collect primary data. Secondary data was collected from documented information to support primary data.............

Keywords: Anti-natal care, Male partner involvement

[1]. Aarnio P, Olsson P, Chimbiri A, Kulmala T., (2009) Male involvement in antenatal
[2]. HIV counseling and testing: exploring men's perceptions in rural Malawi. AIDS Care: Psychological and Socio-medical Aspects of AIDS/HIV, 21:1537-1546.
[3]. Amosu, A., Adenike, M., Degun, M., Comfort, M., Makinde, T. A., &Babalola, A. O., (2011). an assessment of specific knowledge and attitude of health careproviders towards people living with HIV/AIDS in Ibadan, Nigeria. Annals of Biological Research, 2(2), 225–264
[4]. Babalola, S., &Adesegun, F., (2009). Determinants of use of maternal health services in Nigeria – lookingbeyond individual and household factors. BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth, 9 (43), 2393-2943.
[5]. Bhatta (2013). Involvement of males in antenatal care, birthpreparedness, exclusive breastfeeding and immunizations for children in Kathmandu, Nepal. BMC Pregnancy & Childbirth 13:14

Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Women's Perception Of Male's Support During Perinatal Period
Country	:	Kenya
Authors	:	Sally Jepkosgei Kiptoo || Ameldah Barasa Munyasa
	:	10.9790/1959-0604034751

Abstract: Globally male involvement on maternal health services remains a challenge to effective health care. Maternal deaths arise from pregnancy, childbirth and postnatal complications and this can be reduced by involving men. Support of male involvement have been acknowledged in developed countries, however there still continues to be a challenge in creating a space for and engaging men in maternal health. In Kenya male support in perinatal care is one of the strategies for improving the maternal health and reducing maternal mortalities. This study explored socio demographic, cultural and health facility factors associated with male partner support. Data was collected using..............

Keywords: support, perinatal, maternal health care

[1]. Byamugisha, R., AAstrom, A., Ndeezi, G., Karamagi, C., Tylleskär, T., &Tumwine, J., (2011). Male partner antenatal attendance and HIV testing in eastern Uganda:a randomized facility-based intervention trial. Journal of the International AIDS Society, 14(1), 43.
[2]. E. E. Nwokocha, Maternal crises and the role of African men: The case of a Nigerian community. African Population Studies. 22(1), 2007, 35-56.
[3]. Gungor, I., & Beji, N.K. (2007). Effects of fathers' attendance to labor and delivery on the experience of childbirth in Turkey. Western Journal of Nursing Research, 29(2), 213-231.
[4]. IRIN Plus News (August, 2009). KENYA, Doting dads can lower their children's HIV risk'
[5]. Kululanga, Chirwa, Malata and Sundby, Striving to promote male involvement in maternal health care in rural and urban settings in Malawi - a qualitative study. Reproductive Health, 8, 2011, 36-42

Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Stressors and Social Support among Pregnant Women
Country	:	Egypt.
Authors	:	Nadia Mohammed Ahmed || Eman A. Fadel || Nahed Fikry Hassan Khedr
	:	10.9790/1959-0604035258

Abstract: Stress during pregnancy has negative consequences on maternal and fetal outcome during pregnancy but with the presence of social support it can be alleviated. Aim: The present study aimed to assess stressors and social support among pregnant women. Subject and Method: the study followed a descriptive design on 180 pregnant women who were chosen randomly. Setting: The study was conducted at Antenatal Clinics in the Obstetrics and Gynecology Center at Mansoura City, Egypt from the start of September 2015 to the end of March 2016.............

Keywords: Pregnancy, Stress, Social support.

[1] Nazari M, Ghasemi S, Vafaei H, Fararouei M. The perceived social support and its relationship with some of the demographic characteristics in Primigravida pregnant women. International Journal of Nursing and Midwifery. 2015;7(9):141-5.
[2] Woods S, Melville J, Guo Y, Fan M, Gavin A. Psychosocial stress during pregnancy. American journal of obstetrics and gynecology. 2010;202(1):61. e1-. e7.
[3] Carolan-Olah M, Barry M. Antenatal stress: an Irish case study. Midwifery. 2014;30(3):310-6.
[4] Ozbay F, Fitterling H, Charney D, Southwick S. Social support and resilience to stress across the life span: a neurobiologic framework. Current psychiatry reports. 2008;10(4):304-10.
[5] Martini J, Knappe S, Beesdo-Baum K, Lieb R, Wittchen H. Anxiety disorders before birth and self-perceived distress during pregnancy: associations with maternal depression and obstetric, neonatal and early childhood outcomes. Early human development. 2010;86(5):305-10.

Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Effectiveness of Planned Teaching Programme on Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation among Policemen in selected Police-Station at Mangalore, India
Country	:	India
Authors	:	Prema Kumara
	:	10.9790/1959-0604035963

Abstract: The most important factor in an emergency is the amount of time lost before a patient reaches the hospital. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation is designed to support and maintain breathing and circulation until emergency medical personnel arrive and take over. Objective: To evaluate the effectiveness of planned teaching programme on cardiopulmonary resuscitation among policemen..............

Keywords:Cardiopulmonary resuscitation, Policemen, Planned teaching programme.

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Developing a Protocol for Nursing Performance Related to Child Health at Ambulatory Health Care Settings
Country	:	Egypt
Authors	:	Soad Ahmed || Sahar Mohamed || Samer El Hoseiny
	:	10.9790/1959-0604036473

Abstract: Developing and implementing of clinical protocols are basic in nursing for improving and maintaining quality of client care, as well as helping the community health nurse to create data based on the nurses' performance related to child health at the ambulatory health care settings. Aim: The purpose of this study was to develop a protocol for nursing performance related to child health at ambulatory health care settings.............

Keywords: Ambulatory Health Care, Developing Protocol, Child Health, Well-child visit

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[5]. Hunt, R.A (2009). Introduction to community – based nursing, 4th Ed, pp 346, Williams & Wilkins, Philadelphia, London.

Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Level of Psychological Well Being among Adolescents in a Selected High School at Tumkur
Country	:	Saudi Arabia
Authors	:	Robin Jacob Easow || Pavana Ghorpade
	:	10.9790/1959-0604037478

Abstract: The psychological health issues among adolescents are very high and rising. The present day adolescents are facing with many pressures as compared to the older generation. The adolescent period is a stage, which provides a platform for moulding and transformation of the personality of the individual. Hence this study factors which lead to the psychological well being of adolescents. Descriptive study was employed among 100 adolescent students who were selected by using convenient sampling technique. Data was collected by using the Psychological Well Being Scale.............

Keywords: adolescents, factors, psychological well being,

[1] Corsano, Paola; Majorano, Marinella et al. Psychological Well-Being in Adolescence: The Contribution of Interpersonal Relations and Experience of Being Alone, academic journal article, Adolescence, Summer 2006

[2] Gladys M. Scipien, Martha Underwood, Patricia.J. Philips, Comprehensive Pediatric Nursing, 3rd edition, New York, Mac Graw Hill Publication, 1986; 499-512.

[3] Report Of Surgeons General Conference On Mental Health Of Children, National Action Agenda 2000, (http//:www.thefreelibrary.com/adolescent.)

[4] K. Park, preventive and Social Medicines, 18th edition, Banarsidas Bhanot publisher, Jabalpur, India. 2005 Jan; 632.

[5] WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION. 2000, Report On Adolescent Health. (url/http://www.euro.who.int/mediacentre)

Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Effect of bladder cancer on patient lifestyle at Al-Najaf Al- Ashraf Oncology center
Country	:	Iraq
Authors	:	Ibrahim A. Al-Ashour. MSc || Mohammed H. Shamran. MSc || Mansour A. Falah. MSc
	:	10.9790/1959-0604037985

Abstract: A descriptive study used to find effects bladder cancer on patient'slifestyle, the study was carried out the period from November 2016 to march 2017.The study aims to find out effect of bladder cancer on patient lifestyle at Al-Najaf Al-Ashraf oncology center. A purposive sample involved (25) patients who attended to the oncology Center.The data were collected using a screening questionnaire (main domain of life style), to determine the effect of bladder cancer on patient's life style.The study was analyzed by use of descriptive and inferential statistics.As a result of the study show............

Keywords: Effect, Cancer, Patient, Life style, Oncology..

[1] Burger M, Catto JW, Dalbagni G, et al. Epidemiology and risk factors of urothelial bladder cancer. Eur Urol 2013 Feb;63(2):234-41
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[3] Wright JL, Porter MP. Quality-of-life assessment in patients with bladder cancer. Nat Clin Pract Urol 2007 Mar;4(3):147-54.
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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Effect of Eating Dates and Drinking Water versus IV Fluids during Labor on Labor and Neonatal Outcomes
Country	:	Egypt
Authors	:	Rabhah A. Al-Dossari || Eman R. Ahmad || NourahHasan Al Qahtani
	:	10.9790/1959-0604038694

Abstract: Background: Eating or drinking during labour is an area of ongoing debate. While some have argued that eating in labour has no harmful effects on outcomesothers advocated thatrestriction of fluids and food in labor for women at low risk of complications is not justified asthe evidence shows no benefits or harms. This study aimed to identify the effect of eating dates and drinking water versus IV fluids during labor on labor and neonatal outcomes and assess the level of satisfaction toward eating dates and drinking water. Design:Quazi experimental research design was used..............

Keywords:Dates, IV fluids, primiparous, labor and neonatal outcomes.

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[5] Al-Kuran O, Al-Mehaisen L, Bawadi H, Beitawi S, Amarin Z. The effect of late pregnancy consumption of date fruit on labour and delivery. J Obstet Gynaecol. 2011;31(1):29-31.