The Indian Practitioner

Imran Ahmed Khan ¹, Gausiya Bashri ²

Affiliations
1 Department of Community Medicine, BRD Medical College, Gorakhpur, UP, IN
2 Department of Botany, Aligarh Muslim University, UP, IN

Abstract

Adaptation is one of the most important virtues for the survival of any organism, including humans. During the past few decades, the issue of climate change has been considered one of the most significant problems faced by humanity and has been debated extensively. The surge of pandemic COVID-19 affected virtually every aspect of our life, including the world economy, education, development, etc. to an apparent standstill. It took the life of our near and dear and left several with irreversible damage. COVID−19 reminds us of lessons about responding to climate change and behavioral responses to global challenges. The re-emergence and increasing burden of human Monkeypox cases are also getting global attention. Every disease has its remedy; we just have to decode it. If we want to reverse the degradation of our environment, we must take some difficult actions and modify our habits and behaviors. The required personal changes are at times difficult and sometimes manageable and straightforward. Through proper environmental health engineering, we must concentrate on a different level of prevention. When the environments where we live, work, and play are safe and free of risks that might harm people’s health, we are said to be living in good environmental health.

Keywords

Environment, Climate Change, Health.

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Imran Ahmed Khan ¹, B.B. Tripathi ²

Affiliations
1 Senior Resident, Department of Community Medicine, BRD Medical College, Gorakhpur, UP., IN
2 Consultant Orthopedician, President Orthopedic Association of Gorakhpur, UP, IN

Abstract

Healthcare professionals, both in India and in the rest of the world, have been coming under increasing attack - both physical and verbal - from patients, their relatives, and attendants. This has led to physical and emotional stress on healthcare workers, which is creating difficulties in performing their duties. Not only the safety of healthcare workers is threatened but the quality of healthcare delivery to patients is also impacted. By understanding the underlying reasons and implementing proactive strategies, healthcare organizations can foster a safer environment for patients and providers alike. By addressing this issue head-on, we can preserve the integrity of healthcare systems, maintain quality care, and ensure the well-being of all involved parties.

Keywords

Anger, Empathy, Frustration, Referral, Trust, Security Measures, Workplace Violence.

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Imran Ahmed Khan ¹, Geeta Karki ²

Affiliations
1 Senior Resident, Department of Community Medicine, BRD Medical College, Gorakhpur, UP, IN
2 Associate Professor, Department of Anesthesiology, SRMS, IMS, Bareilly, UP, IN

Abstract

Fear of unexpected scenarios and anxiety is common in preoperative cohorts. It is often multifactorial. Pre-operative anxiety, if not addressed appropriately may lead to difficulty in stabilizing hemodynamics owing to aggravated stress response due to sympathetic overactivity and catecholamine release. Moreover, it might be challenging for the treating physician to manage an apprehensive patient for the optimal outcome since they may not cooperate and need additional perioperative analgesics and anaesthetics leading to delayed recovery and discharge. Different non-pharmacological and pharmacological methods are used to allay the anxiety of patients. Honest communication with the patient, pre-operative educational materials like movies and bulletins, music, aromatherapy, having a family member accompany the patient during surgery, etc. are some non-pharmacological interventions that are frequently used. Various researchers have recommended including such calming and comforting manoeuvres to include in routine perioperative care to achieve high patient satisfaction.

Keywords

Anxiety, Calming conversation, Communication, Hand holding, Patient satisfaction

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