scholarly journals ASSESS THE PREVALANCE OF PREMENSTRUAL SYNDROME AMONG ADOLESCENT GIRLS AT SRM COLLEGE OF NURSING , SRM UNIVERSITY, KATTANKULATHUR

2017 ◽  
Vol 10 (5) ◽  
pp. 202
Author(s):  
Abirami Nil Karnamurthy
Keyword(s):  
Adolescent Girls ◽  
Premenstrual Syndrome ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Demographic Variables ◽  
Inclusion Criteria ◽  
Part C ◽  
Descriptive Research ◽  
Lack Of Information ◽  
College Of Nursing ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

Objective: The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) among adolescent girls and to associate the PMS with demographic variables.Methods: Quantitative approach and non-experimental descriptive research design was used. The data collection included three parts. Part A: Demographic variables, Part B: Clinical variables, and Part C: A structured questionnaire to assess the prevalence of PMS among adolescent girls. A total of 100 students who fulfilled the inclusion criteria were chosen as samples using non-probability convenient sampling technique. The study was conducted at SRM College of Nursing, SRM University, Kattankulathur.Results: The data were analyzed and interpreted based on the objectives using descriptive and inferential statistics. The study concluded that 26 (26%) of adolescent girls have mild level of PMS; 55 (55%) have moderate level of PMS; and 19 (19%) have severe level of PMS and there is no association between the “demographic variables” and the “levels of PMS.”Conclusion: PMS is an issue that every girl and woman has to deal with in her life. There is a lack of information on the process of menstruation and the physical and psychological changes associated with this and proper requirements for managing PMS. The current study proved that most of the adolescent girls were suffering from PMSs.Keywords: Premenstrual syndrome, Physical, Cognitive-affective and behavioral symptoms, Menstruation.

scholarly journals ASSESS THE KNOWLEDGE ON PUBERTAL CHANGES AMONG ADOLESCENT GIRLS

2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ms. Leena Mathew (Sr. Gladys Maria) maria ◽  
Dr. Bimla Rani rani
Keyword(s):  
Adolescent Girls ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Demographic Variables ◽  
Poor Knowledge ◽  
Descriptive Research ◽  
Back Ground ◽  
Seeking Help ◽  
Physical Changes ◽  
Age Of Menarche ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

Back ground: Puberty refers to the process of physical changes by which a child’s body capable of reproduction and it usually happens in the second decade of life. It is the period of transition from childhood to adulthood. Significant physical and psychological changes take place during these years.(WHO,2006).Objective: To assess the knowledge on pubertal changes among adolescents’ girls studying in a selected school at Idukki district. Methodology: A non-experimental descriptive research design was used for this study. It was conducted in St. George high school Kattappana Idukki district Kerala. The sample consists of 60 adolescent girls who were selected by non-probability convince sampling technique. Self- structured questionnaire was used to assess the knowledge of the adolescent girls. The data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Results: Majority of the samples (55.%) had average knowledge 26.6 % had good knowledge, 16.7% had poor knowledge and only few 1.7% sample had excellent knowledge on pubertal changes. It was also observed that a significant association between knowledge and selected demographic variables like seeking help for managing pubertal changes (X 2 =8.609 p<0.05), and age of menarche (X2 9.002, P< 0.05).

“A CORRELATIONAL STUDY TO ASSESS THE KNOWLEDGE AND PRACTICE OF DIET ON PREMENSTRUAL SYNDROME AND OCCURRENCE OF PREMENSTRUAL SYNDROME AMONG ADOLESCENT GIRLS IN SELECTED COLLEGE”

2021 ◽  
pp. 15-17
Author(s):  
Susy Mary Thomas ◽  
Ancy Jose ◽  
Angel Chintu ◽  
Litty Stephan (Sr. Shalini) ◽  
Soumya Pankaj
Keyword(s):  
Adolescent Girls ◽  
Premenstrual Syndrome ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Demographic Variables ◽  
Good Knowledge ◽  
Prospective Design ◽  
Knowledge Questionnaire ◽  
Show Result ◽  
Structured Knowledge ◽  
Knowledge And Practice

Introduction: Premenstrual syndrome(PMS) is a group of symptoms that occur in women typically between ovulation and menstruation. The aim of the study was to evaluate the correlation between the knowledge and practice of diet on PMS and occurrence of PMS among adolescent girls. The objectives of the study were to assess the knowledge on diet of PMS among adolescent girls, to assess the practice on diet of PMS among adolescent girls, and to identify the occurrence of PMSamong adolescent girls, to correlate the practice on diet of PMS and occurrence of PMS among adolescent girls, to associate the knowledge scores on diet of PMS with selected socio - demographic variables. Methodology: The study was undertaken with 60 samples. Purposive sampling technique was used. The research design was correlation prospective design. Structured knowledge questionnaire and checklist were used for collecting the data. The data was analysed by using descriptive and inferential statistics. The study ndings show Result: ed that, among 60 samples , 37(62%) has poor knowledge,20(33%) have good knowledge and 3 (5%) has very good knowledge .At 0.05 level of signicance, the hypothesis (H ) was rejected 1 and(H )was accepted Hence it can be concluded that there is statistically signicant difference in the knowledge level of the adolescent girls 2 regarding the knowledge on practice of diet on PMS. The study outcome revealed that Conclusion: the practice of diet on PMS was moderately positive correlated with occurrence of PMS among adolescent girls

PENGETAHUAN IBU HAMIL TENTANG POSISI HUBUNGAN SEKSUAL PADA MASA KEHAMILAN

2018 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 46
Author(s):  
Ni Wayan Noviani ◽  
Ni Komang Sari Suindani
Keyword(s):  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Sexual Relationship ◽  
Inclusion Criteria ◽  
Sexual Relations ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Descriptive Research ◽  
Abstract Knowledge ◽  
Medium Education ◽  
Research Type

<p><strong><em>Abstract: Knowledge of Pregnant Women About Sexual Relations Position During Pregnancy</em></strong><em>. The purpose of this study was to determine the knowledge of pregnant women about the position of sexual relations during pregnancy in BPM Wahidah, S.ST Year 2017. This research type is descriptive research with cross sectional approach by using accidental sampling technique. The population of this study were pregnant women who did the examination in BPM Wahidah, S.ST. The number of samples is 50 respondents who meet the inclusion criteria. This research started from 6-21 february 2017. The result showed that pregnant woman's knowledge about the position of sexual relationship during pregnancy was mostly (54%) knowledgeable enough. A small percentage of respondents aged 20-35 years ie 11 people (22%) have enough knowledge, from the work showed that almost half of respondents ie 23 people (46%) who do not work have enough knowledge, from education showed that almost half of respondents or 16 people (32%) who have medium education have enough knowledge, and from parity shows that almost half of respondents are 14 people (28%) who are multiparous have enough knowledge.</em></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Abstrak : Pengetahuan Ibu Hamil Tentang Posisi Hubungan Seksual Pada Masa Kehamilan. </strong>Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui pengetahuan ibu hamil tentang posisi hubungan seksual pada masa kehamilan di BPM Wahidah, S.ST Tahun 2017. Jenis penelitian ini adalah penelitian deskriptif dengan pendekatan <em>cross sectional </em>dengan menggunakan teknik <em>accidental sampling. </em>Populasi penelitian ini adalah ibu hamil yang melakukan pemeriksaan di BPM Wahidah, S.ST.Jumlah sampel sebanyak 50 responden yang memenuhi criteria inklusi.Penelitian ini dimulai dari tanggal 6-21 februari 2017. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa pengetahuan ibu hamil tentang posisi hubungan seksual pada masa kehamilan sebagian besar (54%) berpengetahuan cukup. sebagian kecil responden umur 20-35 tahun yaitu 11 orang (22%) memiliki pengetahuan cukup, dari pekerjaan menunjukkan bahwa hampir setengahnya responden yaitu 23 orang (46%) yang tidak bekerja memiliki pengetahuan cukup, dari pendidikan menunjukkan bahwa hampir setengahnya responden atau 16 orang (32%) yang berpendidikan menengah mempunyai pengetahuan cukup, dan dari paritas menunjukkan bahwa hampir setengahnya responden yaitu 14 orang (28%) yang multipara memiliki pengetahuan cukup.</p>

HOW PRODUCT STRATEGY IN THE MARKETING MIX IS AFFECTING THE GROWTH OF JUA KALI ENTERPRISES IN NORTH IMENTI SUB-COUNTY

2019 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 70-78
Author(s):  
Gatobu Jackline Kanana ◽  
Dr. Paul Gichohi ◽  
Abel Moguche
Keyword(s):  
Pearson Correlation ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Population Data ◽  
Small Enterprises ◽  
Product Strategy ◽  
Policy Practice ◽  
Competitive Edge ◽  
Descriptive Research ◽  
Product Strategies ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

Purpose: This study aim was to investigate the effect product strategy on the growth of jua kali Enterprise in North Imenti Sub County, Meru County. The study hypothesized that there is no significant relationship between product and growth of jua kali enterprises.Methodology: The study adopted a descriptive research design. The population comprised of one hundred and twenty eight (128) owner of jua kali enterprises operating within North Imenti Sub County, Meru County and registered by Micro and Small Enterprises Authority Kenya (MSEA-K). A stratified random sampling technique was used to select a sample of ninety seven (97) jua kali enterprises from the total population. Data was collected using a structured questionnaire after which mean and standard deviation were computed while Pearson Correlation, and linear regression done accordingly. Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 22 was used as a statistical tool.Results: The results indicated that there is growth in jua kali sector which is contributed by product strategy. The study established that product strategy affects growth of jua kali enterprises hence rejecting the hypothesis. It was therefore concluded that product strategy significantly affects SME’s growth.Contributions to policy, practice and theory: The study recommends that; SMEs should invest in their products to ensure they are of desirable quality in order to satisfy their customers and maintain a competitive edge. The study is valuable to entrepreneurs as they seek for better product strategies to grow their enterprises.

scholarly journals A study to assess the risk factors of bronchial asthma in children below 10 years of age

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (4) ◽  
pp. 5238-5242
Author(s):  
Kalabarathi S ◽  
Kavya K. Nair
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Bronchial Asthma ◽  
Demographic Variables ◽  
Interview Method ◽  
Descriptive Research ◽  
Asthma Child ◽  
Convenience Sampling ◽  
Asthma In Children ◽  
Structured Questionnaire ◽  
Gas Stoves

Children are profoundly powerless against the negative wellbeing resulting in numerous ecological exposures. Children get proportionately more significant portions of natural toxicants than grown-ups, and the way that their organs and tissues are quickly creating makes them especially vulnerable to synthetic abuse. Asthma is a constant fiery infection of the aviation routes at present influencing over 300 million individuals around the world. The risk factors of asthma include genetic predisposition, irresistible respiratory contamination, allergens, environment, workouts, medications, additives, and occupational stimuli. The descriptive research design was used with 100 samples, which matched Non- probability convenience sampling techniques selected the inclusion criteria. Demographic variables were collected by interview method followed by assessed the risk factors of bronchial asthma in children (below ten years of age) by using a self-structured questionnaire. Out of 100 samples, 50(50%) risk factor of heredity, 71(71%) have problems in taking asthma medications, 44(44%) only use zipped pillow covers, 34(34%) do not use gas stoves in the kitchen, 10(10%) have moisture in the walls, 6(6%) have cases of asthma emergencies, 56(56%) find helpless in dealing with an asthma child.

scholarly journals Study of Various Sales Promotion Tools Implemented by “Big Bazaar” and Its Impact on Consumer Satisfaction

2019 ◽  
pp. 23-29
Author(s):  
Dr. Samir Dubey
Keyword(s):  
Consumer Satisfaction ◽  
Demographic Variables ◽  
Purchase Intentions ◽  
Sales Promotion ◽  
Primary Research ◽  
Descriptive Research ◽  
Tools And Techniques ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Mobile Telecom ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

Consumer Satisfaction is the measure of the degree that companies tend to match and surpass with relation to their expectations. Retail Industry is a consumer centric Industry with a direct connect with the consumers round the year in various segments like food, apparel, pharmacy, mobile telecom, jewellery and many more verticals. Big Bazaar was the first to turn the picture of Hypermarket India, which introduced and serviced all these segments under one roof. Innovations and Initiatives have been their differentiators. The paper attempts to assess and reveal the sales promotion tools and techniques of Big Bazaar. The study is based on descriptive research design with a structured questionnaire furnishing information regarding behavioural characteristic and demographic variables. A Primary research was conducted with 400 consumers visiting Big Bazaar, through specifically designed personal interview process and analyses the impact of these promotional tools on purchase intentions.

A Descriptive study to assess the knowledge regarding Menopausal symptoms among women residing in selected community area at Kollam with a view to develop a Self-instructional module on Menopausal symptoms and its management

2021 ◽  
pp. 355-357
Author(s):  
Aneesha Mol ◽  
Athira Anil ◽  
Brincy Thomas ◽  
Jeemol K. Johnachan ◽  
Vincy Varghese ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Descriptive Study ◽  
Demographic Variables ◽  
Menopausal Symptoms ◽  
Primary School Teachers ◽  
Descriptive Research ◽  
Information Booklet ◽  
Menopausal Women ◽  
Instructional Module ◽  
Community Area

A descriptive study to assess the knowledge regarding menopausal symptoms among women residing in selected community area at Kollam with a view to develop a self-instructional module on menopausal symptoms and its management. The objectives of the study were to: a) assess the knowledge regarding menopausal symptoms among women in selected community area at Kollam. b) Find the association between knowledge on menopausal symptoms among women and selected demographic variables. A quantitative approach was used with descriptive research design. Convenient sampling technique was used. Sample size was 60. The investigator assessed menopausal women’s knowledge using structured questionnaire regarding menopausal symptoms and its management. After conducting the pretest, self instructional module was introduced to the menopausal women in community area. The finding of the study suggests that information booklet is effective in increasing the knowledge of primary school teachers regarding behavioural problems and their management and prevention.

scholarly journals Oral Cancer: Awareness Among People of Biratnagar

2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 60-64
Author(s):  
Durga Devi Chaulagain ◽  
Kamal Prasad Parajuli ◽  
Bhumika Khatiwada
Keyword(s):  
Oral Cancer ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Demographic Variables ◽  
Cancer Awareness ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Chewing Tobacco ◽  
Adequate Knowledge ◽  
The People ◽  
One Way Anova ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

 Background: Increased use of tobacco and tobacco products result into increment of patients with oral cancer. Many people are still unaware of the consequences of chewing tobacco. Approximately 19% of participants had adequate knowledge of awareness, large number of participants, i.e., 73% had moderate knowledge of awareness and 8% of the participants had inadequate level of awareness about oral cancer. Methods and materials: Analytical cross-sectional research design was used for the study. Samples were selected by non-probability purposive sampling technique. Structured questionnaire was used to collect data from respondents. Frequencies, mean and standard deviations were used to describe the socio-demographic variables. Independent t-test and one-way ANOVA test were used to find the main difference of awareness scores by socio-demographic variables. Results: Among 90 participants, 18% had adequate level of awareness, 73% had moderate and 7.8% of participants had inadequate level of awareness regarding oral cancer. Conclusion: The study showed that awareness regarding oral cancer among the people of Biratnagar Metropolitan City is moderate. The study emphasizes that the effects must be made to make people aware of oral cancer.Journal of Nobel Medical CollegeVolume 7, Number 1, Issue 12, January-June 2018, Page: 60-64

scholarly journals THE HONEY CONSUMPTION TO HAEMOGLOBIN CONTESTS WHEN MENSTRUAL AT TEENAGE OF PRINCIPLES

2018 ◽  
Vol 2 (01) ◽  
pp. 1-5
Author(s):  
Catur Prasastia lukita Dewi ◽  
Husnul Hatimah
Keyword(s):  
Adolescent Girls ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Boarding School ◽  
Pharmacological Therapy ◽  
Wilcoxon Test ◽  
Rank Test ◽  
Inclusion Criteria ◽  
Signed Rank ◽  
Signed Rank Test ◽  
The Given

Menstruation is one factor that can reduce hemoglobin levels in young women. Hemoglobin is a protein in the form of an iron-rich oxygen-carrying pigment. Pharmacological therapy that can increase hemoglobin levels include the consumption of honey. This study aims to determine the effect of honey consumption on changes in hemoglobin levels during menstruation in adolescent girls at Ma'had Aly Pondok Boarding School Salafiyah Syafi'iyah Sukorejo Situbondo Year 2017 This research design using pre-experiment design. A sample of 15 respondents who confirm the inclusion criteria. Sampling technique is by proportional stratified random sampling . From the 15 respondents , all of them in the given consumption of honey . The data obtained were processed with SPSS 16 software. The Analysis of the data used is the Wilcoxon signed rank test trials . The results showed that the effect of honey on changes in Haemoglobin levels during menstruation in adolescent girls, performed by statistical test using Wilcoxon test with the help of SPSS for 16.0 windows obtained result p = 0,001 <α = 0,05. Thus Ho is rejected and H1 accepted which means there is influence of giving honey to changes of hemoglobin level during menstruation in adolescent daughter. Honey is able to increase hemoglobin levels because the iron content contained in honey is very effective in raising the levels of hemoglobin in the blood, especially during menstruation. Therefore, it is expected that honey still needs to be continued so that the risk of anemia in adolescent menstruation can be minimized

scholarly journals Perception and Attitude of Consumers' Towards Packaged Drinking Water in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Minyahel Tilahun ◽  
Melaku Beshaw
Keyword(s):  
Health Status ◽  
Addis Ababa ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Demographic Variables ◽  
Multinomial Regression ◽  
Market Place ◽  
Descriptive Research ◽  
Multinomial Regression Model ◽  
Almost All ◽  
The Relationship

Descriptive research design was used to select 200 respondents (i.e., 100 from each study places) following purposive sampling technique on two study areas (Market; Living). Personal observation and interview with retailers were done to triangulate the collected data from the formal survey. The collected data was analyzed using SPSS version 20 software program. Descriptive statistical measurements, Index and multinomial regression model was calculated to assess the relationship between customers point of emphasis during packaged water buying and respondents demographic variables. Majority of the respondent who frequently purchase packaged water generated a monthly income between 5000 and 10000 Birr. Television and radio was ranked first compare to other Media. Living place customers were more health concerned as compared to market place customers. Market place customer&rsquo;s primarily give emphasis to price of packaged water. Almost all (97%) customers did not have the awareness towards packaged water standards. Only 86(43%) of the total respondents checked the chemical composition, of which 74(85%) of the respondents did not understand it. Customers sex, educational level and health status showed significant relationship with choice of packaged water quality -1.42(p&lt;0.05), price -2.45(P&lt;0.01) and health status -1.80(P&lt;0.05) in market place and living places, respectively.

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