scholarly journals PERCEPTION AND ATTITUDE OF HEALTH-CARE PERSONNEL REGARDING THE CONCEPT OF INTEGRATION IN NURSING

2016 ◽  
Vol 9 (9) ◽  
pp. 250 ◽  
Author(s):  
Neelam Dinkar Patil ◽  
Vaishali Rajsingh Mohite ◽  
Manisha Christanand Gholap ◽  
Mahesh Bhupal Chendake
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Rating Scale ◽  
Demographic Data ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Health Care Personnel ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Unfavorable Attitude ◽  
Descriptive Survey ◽  
Perception Of Health

ABSTRACTObjectives: To assess the perception of health-care personnel regarding the concept of integration in nursing, to assess the attitude of health-carepersonnel toward the concept of integration in nursing, and to determine the association of perception and attitude toward the concept of integrationin nursing with selected socio-demographic variables.Methods: Research approach adopted was descriptive survey approach. Population were 159 health-care personnel’s working at various hospitalsand institutions in Maharashtra. Purposive sampling technique was used. Data were collected using structured rating scale, which consisted of3 sections. Section 1 comprising demographic data, Sections 2 and 3 consisted 10 questions to assess the perception and attitude of health-carepersonnel. Tool was developed pretesting and reliability of the rating scale was done.Results: Findings of the study showed that majority 118 (74.21%) of respondents had low perception, 41 (25.78%) had medium perception, andnone of respondents had high perception regarding the concept of integration. Classification of respondents based on the levels of attitude, the79 (49.68%) had unfavorable attitude, 75 (47.16%) had moderately favorable attitude, and 5 (3.14%) had favorable attitude.Conclusions: As the result shows that there is medium to low level of perception between the health-care personnel regarding the concept ofintegration and the attitude is also unfavorable, there is need to find out the barriers of integration in nursing profession.Keywords: Perception, Attitude, Integration, Health-care personnel.

scholarly journals A Comparative Study to Assess the Level of Anxiety among Primi Gravida Mothers Planned for Normal Vaginal Delivery and Caesarean Section in the Selected Hospital, Agartala, West Tripura

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 58-61
Author(s):  
Ishita Nath
Keyword(s):  
Caesarean Section ◽  
Comparative Study ◽  
Vaginal Delivery ◽  
Demographic Variable ◽  
Demographic Data ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Normal Vaginal Delivery ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Perinatal Anxiety ◽  
Anxiety Screening

A comparative study was conducted among 100 primi gravida mothers (50 mothers in each group) from MCH clinic and IPD of IGM hospital, Agartala, West Tripura, who had planned for normal vaginal delivery and caesarean section. Research approach used was non experimental quantitative approach and research design was descriptive comparative design. Purposive sampling technique was used to draw the sample. Socio demographic data and modified Perinatal Anxiety Screening Scale were used to collect data from the samples through interview method. Analysis revealed that 52% of the primi gravida who had planned for caesarean section and 44% mothers who had planned for normal vaginal delivery had mild symptoms of anxiety. Mean anxiety score of the mothers who planned for caesarean section and normal vaginal delivery was 27.3 and 19.7 respectively, median 28.855 and 18.915 respectively and SD 7.0715 and 8.038 respectively. The mean difference was 7.6 and unpaired ‘t’ value was 5.0198, which was significant at p<0.05. Analysis of variance result showed that there was significant association between the level of anxiety of the primi gravida mothers who had planned for caesarean section with their selected socio demographic variable ‘occupation of husband’. The calculated ‘F’ value was 3.33 at p<0.05. The researcher concluded that the primi gravida mothers who had planned for caesarean section had more anxiety than the mothers who had planned for normal vaginal delivery and the anxiety level of the mothers who had planned for caesarean section was dependent on selected demographic variable occupation of the husband. Keywords:Anxiety, primi gravida, normal vaginal delivery, caesarean section.

scholarly journals Preoperative information needs of children

2016 ◽  
Vol 06 (02) ◽  
pp. 040-043
Author(s):  
Priya Reshma Aranha
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Health Care Professionals ◽  
Information Needs ◽  
Survey Design ◽  
Care Facility ◽  
Health Care Facility ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Preoperative Information

AbstractInformation seeking and receiving is the universally accepted right of children. When the children gets hospitalized and preparing for a surgery, it's the responsibility of the health care professionals to provide them with adequate information. Before giving the information it is essential to know what the children really wants to know. The main purpose of the study was to assess preoperative information needs of children undergoing surgery. With the non experimental research approach, a descriptive survey design was used in the study which was conducted in a selected hospital Mangaluru. Using non probability purposive sampling technique, 100 children of age 6-18 years were selected as study participants. The tool used were – the baseline proforma and the children's desire for preoperative information scale. The study results showed that majority of the children wanted to know the information regarding all the major happenings in their pre, intra and post operative events. Thus the study concludes that a structured preoperative teaching programme can be developed by the health care facility for the children undergoing surgery.

scholarly journals To Assess the Effectiveness of Psycho Education on Medication Adherence among Schizophrenic Patients

2021 ◽  
pp. 656-661
Author(s):  
Samuel Vanlalpeka ◽  
Sr. Tessy Sebastian ◽  
Jaya Gawai ◽  
Pooja Kasturkar
Keyword(s):  
Medication Adherence ◽  
Rating Scale ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Adherence Score ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Patient Will ◽  
Long Time ◽  
Schizophrenic Patients ◽  
Test Level

Background: Schizophrenia is one of the most leading perplexing complications, that creates a problem in an individual in which there is a disturbance in their thinking, emotion, and volition in the presence of their clear consciousness. Rehospitalization and reoccurrence of the symptoms are very common among these patients if medication is not taken properly. Objective: 1) To assess pre test level of medication adherence among Schizophrenic patients. 2) To assess the effectiveness of psycho education on medication adherence among Schizophrenic patients after intervention. 3) To evaluate the effectiveness of psycho education on medication adherence among Schizophrenic patients. 4) To associate the post test level of psycho education on medication adherence score with their selected demographic variables. Methodology: It is an interventional research approach study, and it will be conducted among 60schizophrenic inpatients who were selected by using a non-probability purposive sampling technique in psychiatric departments at Acharya Vinoba Bhava Rural Hospital, Sawangi (Meghe), Wardha. A standardized Medication Adherence Rating Scale (MARS) will be used to collect the data. Expected Outcome: It is expected that the psycho education given to the patient will be effective and thus improve their medication adherence. Conclusions: Medication non-adherence is not a recent problem among schizophrenic patients; it is a problem that remains for a long-time. This study thus will provide recent data regarding the effectiveness of psycho education among schizophrenic patients.

scholarly journals Effectiveness of Mint and Fenugreek Paste for Reduction of Dysmenorrhea among the Adolescent Girls in Selected Areas

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (SPL4) ◽  
pp. 126-129
Author(s):  
Dayana B A A ◽  
Sabeetha S
Keyword(s):  
Adolescent Girls ◽  
Rating Scale ◽  
Demographic Data ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Pain Scale ◽  
Regular Cycle ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Numeric Pain Rating Scale ◽  
Study Participants

Menstruation is an ordinary physiological marvel for ladies showing her capacity for reproduction. Monthly cycle is an intricate cycle, including the conceptive and endocrine framework. It has to be a regular cycle. Anyway, this ordinary wonder isn't a simple one; it is regularly connected with some level of sufferings and shame. The pain during the menstrual cycle is known as Dysmenorrhea. The present study aims to determine the effectiveness of dietary mint and fenugreek paste for the reduction of dysmenorrhea among adolescent girls. A quantitative experimental research was conducted among 60 adolescent girls. A convenient sampling technique was used to select the samples. Self-administered structured questionnaires were used to collect demographic data, and pain scale was assessed. After the Pretest, an intervention was given to the study participants, i.e. administration of 6 grams of mint fenugreek paste prepared from 2 grams of mint powder, 2 grams of fenugreek powder mix with 2 grams of honey. It was given orally twice a day (i.e. 2 days before and 3 days during the cycle). On 5th day after intervention, post-test was conducted by a numeric pain rating scale. The study results shows mint and fenugreek paste had a significant reduction in the dysmenorrhea, p<0.001. Thereby, this indicates that the mint and fenugreek paste is effective in reducing the pain during menstruation.

scholarly journals Comparison of Two Breastfeeding Positions on Maternal Comfort and Infant Feeding Behaviors through Video Teaching among Postnatal Mothers

2019 ◽  
Vol 09 (03) ◽  
pp. 104-115
Author(s):  
Smitha D'Souza ◽  
Timi Thomas ◽  
Shynee Paul
Keyword(s):  
Cesarean Section ◽  
Infant Feeding ◽  
Rating Scale ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Posttest Score ◽  
Elective Cesarean Section ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Feeding Behaviors ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Elective Cesarean

Abstract Introduction Breastfeeding is not a choice but it is a responsibility. While breastfeeding may not seem the right choice for every parent, it is the best choice for every baby. Antenatal education motivates the mothers who are undergoing Cesarean section to prepare themselves, so as to establish a wonderful efficient latch. The aim of this study was to conclude which breastfeeding position may be the best choice for the mother with Caesarean section. The objectives of the study were (1) to identify the maternal comfort and infant feeding behaviors in groups 1 and 2, (2) to compare the maternal comfort and infant feeding behaviors between the groups, and (3) to find the association between maternal comforts with selected demographic characteristics. The literature also very well supports that especially the mothers with Cesarean section achieve very good maternal comfort, greater satisfaction, and favorable infant feeding behaviors in side-lying position. Thus, the researcher attempts to compare the cradle hold and side-lying breastfeeding position in terms of maternal comfort and efficient latch. Materials and Methods An evaluative research approach was used and the design selected for the study was quasiexperimental for two groups posttest only. Sample comprised of 70 antenatal mothers with elective Cesarean section (35 in each group) admitted at K.S. Hegde Hospital in Deralakatte, Mangalore. Purposive sampling technique was used to select the samples. Data were collected by using demographic proforma, maternal comfort rating scale, and infant behavior checklist. Results The results of the study shows that there was significant difference in the mean posttest scores between cradle hold and side-lying breastfeeding position. Mothers from the side-lying breastfeeding position group showed higher maternal comfort, mean posttest score, and favorable infant feeding behaviors than the cradle hold breastfeeding position. The independent sample t test revealed that the calculated t value for maternal comfort and infant feeding behaviors within the group and between the group less than the table value t (0.05, 68 = −2.042). Conclusion This study explores that mothers with Cesarean section show greater maternal comfort and favorable infant feeding behaviors in side-lying breastfeeding position between the groups and within the groups than the cradle hold.

scholarly journals A Study to Assess and Compare the Effectiveness of Moist Heat Versus Ice Packs Application in Reducing the Signs and Symptoms of Intravenous Cannulation Induced Thrombophlebitis Among Patients Admitted in Civil Hospital of Dausa District, Rajasthan

2016 ◽  
Vol 3 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Vijay Kumar Gauttam ◽  
Dr. Jogindra Vati
Keyword(s):  
Rating Scale ◽  
Numerical Rating Scale ◽  
Invasive Procedure ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Signs And Symptoms ◽  
Repeated Measure ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Civil Hospital ◽  
Moist Heat ◽  
Increased Risk

<div><p><em>Peripheral Intravenous (I.V.) cannulation is an invasive procedure which predisposes the patient to an increased risk of local and systemic infection from micro-organisms introduced either at the time of insertion or when in situ. Peripheral I.V. cannulae related infections are associated with increased morbidity, prolonged hospitalization and increased costs. Therefore, a study to assess and compare the effectiveness of moist heat versus ice packs application in reducing the signs and symptoms of intravenous cannulation induced thrombophlebitis among patients. A pre experimental research approach using one group pre-test post-test repeated measure design was used to assess and compare the effectiveness of moist heat versus ice packs application in reducing the signs and symptoms of intravenous cannulation induced thrombophlebitis. The study was conducted in medical and surgical wards of the Civil Hospital, Dausa district and a sample of 60 (30 patients in each group) was selected using purposive sampling technique. Treatment with moist heat and ice packs application for 20 minutes every two hourly were given to both the group. Modified visual infusion phlebitis was used to assess the prevalence of sign and symptoms of I.V. cannulation thrombophlebitis and Numerical Rating Scale was used for pain assessment. The obtained data was analyzed using both descriptive and inferential statistics in terms of frequencies, percentages and chi square association. The moist heat and ice packs were equally effective in reducing the signs and symptoms of I.V. cannulation induced thrombophlebitis i.e. pain, Erythema, induration and warmth. The moist heat was sustained, but ice packs had immediate effects in reducing the signs and symptoms of I.V. cannulation induced thrombophlebitis. There were no association between the level of pain, Erythema, induration and warmth with selected personal variables.  </em></p></div>

scholarly journals Impact of Leadership Styles of Principals on Teacher Educants: A Study of Colleges of Education in Northern Ghana

2020 ◽  
pp. 61-68
Author(s):  
Iddrisu Sulemana ◽  
Zakaria Shanunu ◽  
Alhassan Imoro Nuhu
Keyword(s):  
Leadership Styles ◽  
Rating Scale ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Northern Ghana ◽  
Colleges Of Education ◽  
Service Training ◽  
Improved Performance ◽  
Training Programmes ◽  
Descriptive Survey ◽  
The Impact

The study examined the impact of leadership styles of Principals of Colleges of Education in Northern Ghana. A descriptive survey research design was used together with a convenient sampling technique. Using a structured questionnaire, data were gathered from (one hundred) 100 Teacher educants and Principals from the Colleges of education in Northern Ghana. The Likert rating scale was adopted to indicate the extent of agreement or disagreement. The findings indicated that the majority of the respondents agreed their principals have a good relationship with teacher educants. The personality traits exhibited by the Principals in the Colleges of education in Northern Ghana varied and each of the leadership styles exhibited exerted positive but insignificant effect on teacher educants performance. It is being recommended that to promote teacher educants satisfaction at the workplace, principals must create a congenial climate in their respective colleges to ensure that teacher educants can share and freely express their opinions. Pre-service and in-service training programmes must be organized periodically leading to improved performance

Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice toward Cervical Cancer and its Prevention among Reproductive Age Woman

2021 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Dayananda Bittenahalli Omkarappa ◽  
Lakshmamma V T
Keyword(s):  
Cervical Cancer ◽  
Rating Scale ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Reproductive Age ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Attitude And Practice ◽  
Study Results ◽  
The Government ◽  
Unfavorable Attitude ◽  
Knowledge Attitude And Practice

Context: Cervical cancer is the second most common cancer among Indian women aged 15-44 years. Unfortunately, despite the evidence of methods for prevention, most of the women remain unaware. The studies have shown that women had lack of knowledge regarding risk factors, symptoms and prevention of cervical cancer. This study attempts to assess the knowledge, attitude, and practices related to cervical cancer and its prevention among reproductive age woman. Settings and Design: A descriptive Cross sectional study design was adopted for the present study. The study was conducted at selected PHC area, Bangalore. Materials and Methods: The simple random sampling technique was used. Hundred reproductive age women were recruited for study. Structured knowledge questionnaire, Rating scale and checklist were used to assess knowledge, attitude and practice respectively. The study involved females aged 15 to 45 years and the study excluded antenatal mothers, women diagnosed with cervical cancer and women who had undergone hysterectomy. Statistical analysis used: Data were analyzed using Statistical package for the social Sciences software package (Version 23). Descriptive and inferential statistics were used for the study. Results: The study findings had shown that mean age of respondents was 23±2.56 and majority (60%) of reproductive age group women had Poor knowledge, 23% of the respondents had average knowledge and only17% of them had good knowledge regarding cervical cancer and its prevention. With regard to attitude and practice, majority of respondents had unfavorable attitude (63%) and inadequate practice (76%) regarding cervical cancer and its prevention. Conclusion: The study concludes that women had suboptimal level of knowledge, unfavorable attitude and inadequate practice regarding cervical cancer and its prevention. There is need for mass education and creation of awareness to prevent cervical cancer. The government should plan activities aiming at prevention of

scholarly journals Employees Demography and Team-Playing Behaviour of Bank Workers in Ijebu Ode, Ogun State, Nigeria

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 24-51
Author(s):  
OLUDEYI Olukunle Saheed ◽  
OSUNNUGA Adedayo Ireti
Keyword(s):  
Rating Scale ◽  
Demographic Data ◽  
Demographic Variables ◽  
Job Status ◽  
Ogun State ◽  
Point Rating Scale ◽  
Southwest Nigeria ◽  
Descriptive Survey ◽  
Frequency Counts ◽  
Or Task

This descriptive survey research investigated the influence of employee demography on bank workers’ team-playing behaviour. The population of this study is the entire bank workers in Ijebu Ode Southwest, Nigeria. Participants were selected randomly while an instrument titled “Team-playing Behaviour Questionnaire (TPBQ)” was used for data collection. TPBQ is designed on a five-point rating scale divided into 3 parts. The first part contains participants’ demographic data, the second part seeks information about employees’ team-playing behaviour. The last part contains items to elicit factors that bring about non-assistive team-playing behaviour at work. TPBQ was examined by experts in Sociology and Measurements for validity. Cronbach alpha method (resulting in 0.79 reliability co-efficient) was used to test the instrument for reliability. The data collected were analysed using descriptive statistics of frequency counts and Pearson Product Moment Correlation (PPMC), Mean and Standard Deviation, and ANOVA.Findings revealed that employee demography (age, sex, years of experience, and job status) have a significant but varied influence on team-playing behaviour of banker workers. There are other non-demographic variables like team’s lack of focus, membership laziness, lack of voice in team deliberations, and lack of interest or required skill for the job or task given, all have high tendencies to bring about non-supportive team-playing behaviour among staff. Recommendations are raised upon these findings.

scholarly journals Extent Of Utilization Of Analytical Techniques And Susbsitantive Test By Accounting Staff For Fraud Detection In Large Scale Business Organisations In Delta State

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 48-58
Author(s):  
J. I. Ezenwafor ◽  
O. Frank Udukeke
Keyword(s):  
Large Scale ◽  
Rating Scale ◽  
Fraud Detection ◽  
Analytical Techniques ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Analytical Technique ◽  
Point Rating Scale ◽  
Research Questions ◽  
Level Of Significance ◽  
Descriptive Survey

This study on extent of utilization of analytical techniques and susbsitantive test by accounting staff for fraud detection in large scale business organisations in Delta State was necessitated by the growing incidence frauds that are crippling businesses and socio-economic development of the state. Two research questions guided the study and two null hypotheses were tested. Related literature to the study were reviewed. Descriptive survey research design was adopted for the study. The population of the study was 260 accounting staff. A sample size of 160 was drawn for the study using stratified sampling technique. A four-point rating scale questionnaire developed by the researchers containing 23 items in two clusters was used for data collection.  Internal consistency method was used to determine the reliability of the questionnaire with Cronbach Alpha and this yielded reliability coefficient values of 0.91 and 0.84 respectively for the sections with an overall reliability of 0.88. Data were analyzed using mean and standard deviation to answer the research questions and determine the homogeneity of the respondents’ view while t-test and analysis of variance were used to test the hypotheses at 0.05 level of significance. The results showed that the accounting staff moderately utilized analytical technique for fraud detection but highly utilized substantive test.  Furthermore, it was found that types and status of organization in NSE did not significantly influence the respondents’ ratings. Based on the findings of the study, it was concluded that the accounting staff are not adequately utilizing techniques that could facilitate fraud detection in large-scale business organisations as required to combact the menance. It was therefore recommended among others, that, management of LSBOs should sponsor their accounting staff on training and that sharesholders should insist that the techniques are adequately utilized by holding the management accountable for future incidence of fraud.

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