iosr-JNHS   Volume-6 ~ Issue-6 ~ Nov-Dec 2017

Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Comorbidity of Diabetes And Hypertension And Available Management Strategies In Eastern African Region
Country	:	Kenya
Authors	:	Marwa, Immaculate || Gugu Gladness || Mtshali, Gloria
	:	10.9790/1959-0606070109

Abstract: The emergence of chronic conditions is a global burden, affecting the socioeconomic aspects of development and health care services delivery. Comorbidity of chronic conditions has been found to be associated with increased health care costs, poor quality of life due to increased poverty levels. Lack of government prioritization and implementation of health promotion, screening and treatment of chronic conditions services in PHC lead to increased burden of health care service provision within resource constrained areas. However, limited literature exists and gives statistics on how health facilities are coping up. Analyzing available literature would be useful in efforts to explore and establish information on the magnitude, what has been done by government in primary health care in the region and what is yet to be done to curb this fast growing disease burden. The thrust of the review........

Keywords; Co-morbidity, Eastern Africa region, Hypertension and/or diabetes, Primary health care, optimal control,anagementstrategies

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Assessment of the Socio-Demographic Characteristics and Body Mass Index of Male Traders in Community Markets
Country	:	Ogun State
Authors	:	Edun B. T. || Ifebajo A. Y || Adesanwo A
	:	10.9790/1959-0606071014

Abstract: There have been a lot of focus on the nutritional status women and other vulnerable groups such that adult men seemed to have been neglected. Unfortunately, these are bread winners and providers of their households and they play a very important role in ensuring the food security in households. This study investigated the socio-demographic characteristics and Body Mass Index of male traders in community market. A total of 150 traders who are males and gave their informed consent to participate were recruited into the study. A semi-structured questionnaire was used to collect information on socioeconomic and demographic characteristics and data on anthropometric.............

Keywords: Market, Traders, Male, Income

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Measuring of Body Temperature for Adult Patients with Thoracic Surgery through First Week after Surgery
Country	:	Iraq.
Authors	:	Dr. Khalida Mohammed Khudur, PhD || Dr.Serwan Jafer Bakey PhD || Alaa Jawad kadhim, MsC
	:	10.9790/1959-0606071519

Abstract: The study aims toassess the impact ofsurgeryonthe body temperature of patients undergoing thoracic surgery throughout the first week,andto find out the relationshipbetweenbody temperatureafter the surgery anddemographic characteristicsof thestudy sample. Methodology: A descriptive study design wascarried out through the period fromDecember 2016 to February 2017 to assessbody temperatureafterthoracic surgeryfor patientsadmitted to thesurgicalfloors. The study was conductedat Al-shahedGhazial-HaririHospital andIbn Al-NafisHospitalforChest Diseases. The research sampleincluded60 patients. Data were collectedby using..........

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Assessment of Quality Assurance Activities For Medical Surgical Course At Faculty of Nursing, Mansoura University: Students' Perspective
Country	:	Egypt
Authors	:	Wessam Ahmed Elsayed || WalaaNasreldinOthman || HebaAbobakr M. Salama
	:	10.9790/1959-0606072026

Abstract: Nowadays, Quality assurance is considered a major concern for providers of services in the society especially in higher education and the health services. Checking of students' perceptions is one of main itemscan help the success of the educational courses and beneficial for course development and improvement. Aim: This study aimed to assess quality assurance of Medical -Surgical course at Faculty of Nursing, Mansoura University from Students' perspective. Methods: This study was carried out at Faculty of Nursing, Mansoura University with all available students of third level who have been studied and passed exam of medical surgical course...........

Keywords:Medical surgical course, Quality assurance, Students' perspective

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Effectiveness of Structure Teaching Programme on Paediatric Nurses Knowledge on Pulse Oximetry And Interpretation of The Oximetry Data
Country	:	India
Authors	:	Lilly Prasad || Dr. Vinitha Ravindran || Ruma Nayak
	:	10.9790/1959-0606072731

Abstract: Pulse oximetry is a non-invasive, painless and reliable method of measuring arterial oxygen saturation. It reflects the percentage of hemoglobin that is capable of transporting oxygen in the blood. Measurement of oxygen saturation is now considered to be a component of routine vital signs. This study was an interventional study in nature and assessed the knowledge level of pediatric nurses in a tertiary care setting, regarding the use of pulse oximeter and the interpretation of the available data. Around 61 nurses in both the groups who work in the pediatric care set up participated in the study. The study revealed that there was no significant difference in the pre test scores between the control and the experimental groups (p=0.14), but there was a significant difference in the posttest score between the groups (p<0.001). Based on the study findings a comprehensive teaching module was prepared on the use of pulse oximetry..........

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Factors affecting Nurses 'Attitude toward Under- Reporting of Medication Administration Errors
Country	:	Egypt
Authors	:	Mona Mohamed Mayhob || SafaaHashim
	:	10.9790/1959-0606073238

Abstract: Patient safety is a significant challenge facing health care team. An important part of patient safety is the issue of medication administration. One of the most serious issue could threat patient safety is occurrence of medication administrationerrors. Nurses in particular, play a significant role in medication administration. Reporting medication administration errors is considered an essential nursing action that should be donefor maintaining patient safety. Understanding nurses' attitude and perceived barriers toward reporting of medication administration errors is an initial step to avoid causes lead to occurrence of errors, as well as to encourage nurses to report about errors. This study was aimed toidentify the factors affecting nurses' attitude toward under- reporting of medication administration errors............

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Effect of Elderly Health Problems on Caregivers' Health at Rural Areas in Sharkia Governorate, Egypt
Country	:	Egypt
Authors	:	Eman Shokry Abd Allah || Safia Gomma Mohammed || Fatma Mohammed Ahmed
	:	10.9790/1959-0606073949

Abstract: Increasing life expectancy and the progressive aging have resulted in a huge health problems and age related functional limitations of older adults which result in increasing level of dependency. Caring for an elderly relative can result in problems such as care-giving burden, stress and depression. Aim of the study: The current study aimed to investigate the effect of elderly health problems on caregivers' health at rural areas in Sharkia Governorate, Egypt. Design: A cross- sectional descriptive research design was used to conduct this study. Setting: The present study was conducted at Ekwa village, Diarb Negm district in Sharkia Governorate. Sample: The present study enrolled 110 elderly and their caregivers (110) were selected by using a multistage cluster random sampling technique. Tools: Two categories of tools were..........

Keywords: Elderly, Elderly Health Problems, Caregivers, Caregiver's Health, Rural Areas, Sharkia Governorate

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	An Analysis of Views on the Perspective of Staff Behaviour on Utilization of Skilled Delivery Services by Maasai Women in Kiekonyokie Sub Location of Kajiado County in Kenya
Country	:	Kenya
Authors	:	Laban Lebahati Simel || Dr Lakshmi Nanduri || Dr.Pamela A.Juma || Dr.Blasio O.Omuga
	:	10.9790/1959-0606075056

Abstract: Maternal health is one of the eight Millennium Development Goals, is central to poverty reduction and overall development efforts and it increased international attention for monitoring progress on maternal health and improving access to skilled attendants at deliveries. In Kenya, 44 percent of births are delivered under the supervision of a health professional, mainly a nurse or midwife. Traditional birth attendants continue to play a vital role in delivery, assisting with 28 percent of births. This research paper aimed to study the role of views on staff behaviour on the utilization of skilled delivery services by Maasai women, the study population belonging to a community of nomadic life style in North of Kajiado County in Kenya population. The study design was a cross sectional descriptive........

Keywords:Maasai Women, views on staff behaviour, Utilization of Skilled Delivery Services, Kajiado County, Kenya

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Relationship Between Ego Resilience, Perceived Stress And Life Satisfaction Among Faculty Nursing Students.
Country	:	Egypt
Authors	:	Nadia W. Elzohary || Marcelle N.Mekhail || Nagia Ibrahim Hassan || Reem Farag Mahrous Menessy
	:	10.9790/1959-0606075770

Abstract: Ego resilience works as a stress resistance mechanism. It reinforces the individual's ability to recover from negative emotional experiences and flexibly adjusts to stressful events which is essential to individual's well-being and life satisfaction. Having high level of ego resilience and successfully dealing with perceived stress are very important to heighten life satisfaction for every individual and more especially for nursing students as they are encountered with lot of stressors during their clinical experience. Aim: This study aims to determine the relationship between levels of ego resilience, perceived stress, and degree of life satisfaction among Faculty Nursing Students, Damanhour University. Design: A descriptive correlational design was followed in this study...........

Keywords:Ego resilience, Perceived-stress, and Life satisfaction.

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	The Effect of Cyriax And Myofascial Release In Adhesive Capsulitis - A Comparative Study
Country	:	India
Authors	:	Neha B || Arunmozhi R || Pooja A
	:	10.9790/1959-0606077177

Abstract: Adhesive Capsulitis is a very painful condition of the shoulder characterized by pain, severe stiffness and restriction of movements usually present in the sixth decade of life. Onset before the age 40 years is uncommon and the non dominant shoulder is slightly more likely to be affected. The purpose of this study was to compare the Cyriax soft tissue release and Myofascial Release technique along with conservative management in Adhesive Capsulitis on pain, disability and range of motion. Method: This study has been conducted at out-patient department of Sardar Bhagwan Singh Post Graduate Institute of Biomedical Sciences and Research. 30 subjects were completed the study. The subjects were randomly assigned into two groups. Group A received Cyriax...........

Keywords: Adhesive capsulitis, Cyriax, Myofascial Release, shoulder pain and disability index, range of motion.

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Husband Support to their wives During Maternal Period
Country	:	Nepal
Authors	:	Isabel Lawot
	:	10.9790/1959-0606077881

Abstract: Background: Husband support to their wives during maternal period is identified one of the emerging issues in developing country. People perceived the pregnancy and child birth as women's domain. Hence it is important to encourage husbands to support their wives during maternal period. Methods and Materials: A descriptive research design was employed. The structured interview schedule was used to collect data among 100 husbands of pregnant women attended in Antenatal clinic of Patan Hospital and Paropakar Maternity and Women's Hospital Thapathali Nepal..........

Keywords:Antenatal, Childbirth, Husband Support, Postnatal Care, Wives

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Nursing Practice Environment And Job Satisfaction From The Perspective of Staff Nurses
Country	:	kingdom of saudi arabia
Authors	:	Ohood Khalid Fallatah || Dr. Sabah Mahran || Dr. MaramBanakhar
	:	10.9790/1959-0606078286

Abstract: Background: Nursing work environment is under the spotlight of international interest as it has been scientifically approved to help in providing opportunities to improve working conditions which play a major role in maintaining adequate level of staff, and other nurses' outcome such as job satisfaction and retention. Aim: This study aimed to examine the practice environment of nurses and the level of job satisfaction from the perspective of staff nurses. Method: Quantitative, cross-sectional descriptive correlational design was used in this study to examine the practice environment of nurses and the level of job satisfaction from the perspective of staff nurses at five governmental hospitals in Makkah...........

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Learning Needs of Geriatric Patients Undergoing Percutaneous Coronary Interventions
Country	:	Egypt
Authors	:	Noha Fathy Shahine || Raefa Refaat Allam || Nader El-Shahat Awad || Amira Ahmed Hassnaen
	:	10.9790/1959-0606078798

Abstract: A focused evaluation of learning needs with a better determination of time during admission for percutaneous coronary interventions (PCI) is urged for elderly patients. When elderly patients' learning needs are not met, there is an insufficient treatment, decrease in coping ability and increase in anxiety. Aim of the current study was to Identify learning needs of elderly patients undergoing PCI. Method; A descriptive research design was used to conduct this study at the Cardiac Catheterization Unit in the Specialized-Medical Hospital affiliated to Mansoura University Hospital. A purposive sample of 108 elderly patients undergoing PCI who met the inclusion criteria. Tools Socio-Demographic characteristics& Health Profile Structure Interview Schedule and Percutaneous Coronary Intervention Learning Needs Inventory were used to collect data............

Keywords:Elderly patients, Learning needs, Percutaneeous coronary interventions

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