Evaluate the Effect of Talc Versus Olive Oil Back Massage on Prevention of Pressure Sore Among Bedridden Patients Admitted in a Selected Hospital of Guwahati, Assam

Author(s):  
Priyanka Pathak ◽  
Nabajani Dutta

Background: Pressure sores are injuries to skin and underlying tissues caused by prolong pressure. Talc and olive oil is a product with potential preventive effect to prevent bedsore because of its numerous medical properties. Objective: To estimate the effect of talc versus olive oil back massage on prevention of pressure sore among bedridden patients. Material and method: A quantitative research approach with factorial experimental design was used in this study. 50 patients were selected using convenient sampling technique and who fulfill the inclusion criteria of the study. Data was collected using self-administered questionnaires for demographic variables, Braden Scale for risk of pressure sore assessment and standard protocol on steps of back massage. Data was analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Results: The comparison of effect of back massage with talc versus olive oil on prevention of pressure sore among Group I and Group II bedridden patients reveals that post-test mean score in Group I was 13.88±2.682 and posttest mean score in group II was 16.44±2.694 with mean difference of 2.56 which was tested by using unpaired t test with calculated value (t=3.367, df=48, p=0.002) was found to be statistically significant. As the mean is higher in group II (olive oil) than Group I (talc) hence it is considered that olive oil is more effective in preventing pressure sore than talc. Conclusion: The study concluded that the back massage with talc and olive oil was effective in prevention of pressure sore among bedridden patients.

Author(s):  
Kudsiyah Kudsiyah ◽  
Lailatul Mauludiyah ◽  
Murdiono Murdiono

Video song media was a medium that presents material in the form of text and images as well as monologue sound about the material so that students can watch and listen to videos in the learning process. The purpose of this study was to determine the effectiveness of the video song media in increasing understanding of Arabic vocabulary. This research was a quantitative research. This research was conducted at SD Muahmmadiyah 8 KH Mas Mansur Malang. The subjects taken from this study were the VA class, which amounted to 25 students from a population of 79 students using purposive sampling technique. In this study, data collection techniques were carried out in the form of interviews, questionnaires, tests and documentation. The instrument used in the interview is the interview sheet, while the questionnaire instrument sheet is a questionnaire sheet consisting of several questions related to the video song media, the instrument sheet used in the test is a test question in the form of an interactive online game, the tests used are pretest and posttest. To find out the results of the data in this study the researcher used the T test for the related sample, while to determine the effectiveness of the video media, the researcher used the N-gain formula. The collected research data is presented with descriptive statistics in the calculation of processing using SPSS 20.               As for the results and testing of the hypothesis, "the video song media was effective for improving understanding of Arabic vocabulary. This is evidenced by the results obtained from the pre-test value which is smaller than the post-test value or 85.08 <93.20. Based on the output table "Paired Samples Test" it is known that the Sig. (2-tailed) is 0.000 <0.05, meaning that the video song media can improve the understanding of Arabic vocabulary for the fifth grade students of SD Muhammadiyah 8 KH Mas Mansur Malang


2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 96-105
Author(s):  
Muhammad Amin ◽  
Yoga Saputra ◽  
Deoni Vioneery

The purpose of this research is to know what happened in RSKJ Soeprapto Bengkulu, which is domiciled in Bengkulu City. This research is a quantitative research. The type of this research approach is quasi experimental research with One-Group Pre-test and post test design. The sample in this study were 15 patients who underwent outpatient at RSKJ Soeprapto Bengkulu which is domiciled in Bengkulu City, the sample was taken by purposive sampling technique. The results of this study indicate the influence of family education on family ability in treating patients with social isolation disorder in RSKJS Bengkulu Province with P = 0,000 (<0,05). Based on the results of this study, can be used as information for families in caring for patients who treat social disorders at the time of the family visited the Hospital.   Keywords: Family Education, Family’s Ability, Social Isolation 


2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (3) ◽  
pp. 401-406
Author(s):  
Sasikala. V ◽  
Sudha. R

Pregnancy is a journey of creating a new life. Motherhood makes this journey memorable and happy. During pregnancy, the mother and baby are considered a single unit because the baby gets the essential nutrition from the mother through the placenta. At birth, this bond is replaced by breastfeeding. A mother who is breastfeeding for the first time is in a vulnerable position and requires support, encouragement and knowledgeable assistance. There are many possible breast abnormalities that breastfeeding mothers may encounter. Identifying these issues are very important to continue a healthful breastfeeding relationship with the child. The research approach selected for the study is quantitative research approach quasi experimental design with one group pre and post test design. Through the Non probability purposive sampling technique was used to select 60 primigravid mothers from Urban Health Centre. Demographic variables were collected by using a structured questionnaire. Planned teaching programme was given to the primigravid mothers by using charts, models, and pamphlets. Post test was conducted after giving planned teaching programme. The collected data were analysed based on the objectives using Descriptive and inferential statistics were used for analysis and interpretation of data. The study results revealed that the pretest knowledge mean score was 18 ± 2. After the planned teaching programme, the posttest knowledge mean score was 24 ± 2. The calculated paired‘t’ test value19 was greater than the table value 1.96 which is highly significant at p < 0.05 level. Hence the research hypothesis H1was accepted. The study was a significant increase in the levels of knowledge, after planned teaching programme among primigravid mothers regarding breast feeding problems. This shows that the planned teaching programme was effective. Keywords: Breastfeeding problems, Primigravid mothers.


2021 ◽  
Vol 53 (02) ◽  
pp. 18-27
Author(s):  
B Sivagamy ◽  

Introduction: HIV, the virus that causes AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) has become one of the world’s most serious health and development challenges. HIV not only affects the health of individuals, but also leaves severe impacts on households, communities, and the development and economic growth of nations. The worst affected is the business world, which is not only suffering from the cost of the workforce, but also the decrease in profits and productivity level both for the employers and the employees. Methods: A quantitative research approach with pre-experimental one group pre-test–post-test design was used to identify the attitude towards HIV/ AIDS and to evaluate the effectiveness of the STP among 123 industrial workers using convenient sampling technique. Results:There was a favourable attitude towards the basic concept of HIV/ AIDS, treatment aspects, regarding HIV testing and in the prevention of HIV there was a minimal change in attitude; regarding the rights of the HIV affected people, there was a highly favourable attitude among the subjects and caring for the HIV positive people which indicated that the STP was effective.


2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 22-27
Author(s):  
Karthi R. ◽  
M. Dhanalakshmi ◽  
M. Elakkiya

Aim: to assess the effectiveness of self -instructional module (SIM) on knowledge regarding prevention of cervical cancer among women Objectives To assess the pretest and post test level of knowledge of women regarding cervical cancer. To assess the effectiveness of self -instructional module on cervical cancer among women at Villupuram. To find association between the post- tests knowledge scores with selected Socio-Demographic variables among women. Methods & Material: A quantitative research approach-Pre-experimental one group pretest and post- test design was adopted. 50 samples were selected for the study by using non probability convenient sampling technique. Results: The pretest mean 9.28 with the standard deviation of 2.23 and the post-test mean 21.62 with the standard deviation of 2.3; the mean difference between pretest and post-test is 12.34and standard error is 0.45. the paired ‘t' test value is 27.3 which is highly significant and it indicates that the Self instructional Module Improved the level of knowledge regarding cervical cancer among the women. Hence hypothesis H1 is accepted. The findings shows that there is no significant association between the knowledge of cervical cancer among women with selected socio demographic variables. Conclusion: The study concluded that, self-instructional module (SIM) on prevention of cervical cancer was effective in improving the knowledge level among women. Keywords: Cervical Cancer, Self instructional Module.


2018 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Josephine Jacquline Mary

Cervical cancer is the second most prevalent cancer among women worldwide and the fifth leading cause of cancer deaths. The study was conducted among married women who met the inclusion criteria in a selected rural areas at Kannur district to assess the effect of two teaching methods on learning outcomes regarding prevention of cervical cancer. Study adopted an experimental two group pre test post test design with a Quantitative research approach. Study was conducted in selected rural areas of Kannur district among married women in the age group 18-60 years. Sampling technique adopted for the study was simple random sampling with the sample size of 60


2017 ◽  
Vol 17 (1) ◽  
pp. 55
Author(s):  
Ismaniar Ismaniar Ismaniar

The present study is aimed at developing effective guidance program for increasing student’s learning motivation. The present study applies quantitative research approach with nonequivalent pre-posttest control group quasi-experimental design, and nonrandom-purposive sampling technique. The data were collected using inventory, interview, and documentary study. The study comes up with the main finding that the tested guidance program is proven to be effective for increasing learning motivation students of 11th grade at SMA Kartika XIX-2 Bandung.


2020 ◽  
Vol 07 (04) ◽  
pp. 8-12
Author(s):  
Uzma Anjum ◽  

Personal Protective equipment is also called PPE. It is commonly worn by health care workers to prevent the transmission of infection. PPE includes helmets or caps, face shields, face masks, goggles, gowns, respirators, shoe covers or boots and gloves. These protective coverings will be effective when it is being used in an appropriate manner. The main objectives of this study were to assess the knowledge and practice on Personal Protective Equipment among student nurses. A Quantitative Research approach along with Descriptive Research design was used. A total of 110 student nurses were selected through Convenient Sampling Technique from DGNM 3rd Year, B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing 2nd Year and B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing 4th Year of Rufaida College of Nursing, Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi in the month of July-August 2020. Structured Questionnaire was used via an online platform (Google forms) due to Covid 19 lockdown to assess the knowledge and practice on PPE. Out of 110 samples, 66 (60%) had good knowledge, followed by 44 (40%) having average knowledge and none were having poor knowledge on PPE, whereas 67 (60.9%) had an average practice, followed by 41 (37.3%) having good practice and only 2 (1.8%) had poor practice on PPE. Findings suggest that there is a need for practice-based knowledge assessment in clinical areas and thus improvement in the practice of PPE while working in hospitals.


2018 ◽  
Vol 25 (3) ◽  
pp. 22-32
Author(s):  
Tria Nopi Herdiani ◽  
Mika Oktarina ◽  
Yeni Nuraeni

Reproductive health problems are dysmenorrhea is a problem related with menstruation. research show the highest prevalence of menstrual pain in adolescent women, adolescent who experience dysmenorrhea report pain that interferes with daily activities. Handling to reduce pain during menstruation, one of which is using the olive oil aroma therapy aroma method. This research to determine the effect of aroma therapy olive oil massage pain dysmenorrhea on midwifery student level I and II Stikes Tri Mandiri Sakti Bengkulu.This study used a pre experiment in one group (one group pre-post test design) the dependent variable of pain before and after treatment. Sampling was done by accidental sampling technique using the criteria totaling 41 student who experience dysmenorrhea. The study was conducted from May to June 2017. Retrievel of data using the observatioan sheet and analyzed using compared mean paired T-test. The Result of the research: (1) At 41 people in the first and second grade obstetric students who had dysmenorrhea before the massive olive oil odor therapy aroma got the average pain scale 5,73 with the standard deviation 1,450. (2) In 41 subjects who had dysmenorrhea after the massage of olive oil odor therapy, the average pain scale was 5,00 with a standard deviation of 1,414. (3) There is massive effect of olive oil odor therapy to dysmenorrhea pain in female students of Level I and II Prodi DIII Midwifery Tri Mandiri Sakti Institute of Health Sciences Bengkulu. Keywords : aroma therapy, dysmenorrhea, massage 


2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
pp. 305
Author(s):  
Zelpina Herlinda Yanti ◽  
Satra Yunola ◽  
Putu Lusita Nati Indriani

Trimester III is the period of pregnancy which is calculated from the gestational age of the 28th week to the 40th week. Psychological changes in pregnant women are estimated to occur 80%. third trimester. The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of hypnobirthing, yoga and pregnancy exercise on the anxiety level of third trimester pregnant women at BPM Griya Bunda Ceria in 2020. Research method: quantitative research, using the shapiro wilt test method with pre-test and post-test approaches. in this study were all third trimester pregnant women who checked their pregnancy at BPM Griya Bunda Ceria Palembang. Sampling using purposive sampling technique. Data collection was carried out by means of observation using a questionnaire sheet. The results: obtained from a total of 15 respondents. Based on the results of the Shapiro Wilt test, the p-Value is 0.05 where >α = 0.05 means that there is a significant influence between before and after hypnobirthing is done.statistically, the p-Value is 0,000, meaning that there is a significant effect between before and after yoga. Thus the hypothesis which states that there is an effect of yoga on the anxiety level of pregnant women in the third trimester which is statistically proven based on the paired shapiro wilt test, the p-Value is 0.00 in yoga, p-Value is 0.00 in pregnancy exercise, and the statistical test results are said to be related if the value The calculated p-Value <= 0.05 then Ho is rejected, meaning that it is significant, so the conclusion is that the two variables have a relationship, on the contrary, if the calculated p-Value> = 0.05, then Ho is accepted, meaning that the two variables have no significant relationship.


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