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Sikandar Kumar ¹, Saibalini Parida ², Sinmayee Kumari Devi ³

Affiliations
1 Psychiatric Nursing, Lord Jagannath Mission College of Nursing, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, IN
2 L.H.V Training School, Berhampur, Ganjam, Odisha, IN
3 Dept. of Obstetrics and Gynecological Nursing, Lord Jagannath Mission College of Nursing, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, IN

Abstract

A quasi experimental research design was undertaken among 50 caregivers of Schizophrenics Patients at mental health Institute, S.C.B. Medical College, Hospital Cuttack, Odisha, selected by Purposive Sampling technique, data were collected from Dtd. 10.11.2014 to 12.12.2014 by using Depressive Anxiety Stress Scale (DASS) to assess the level of stress among the caregivers of schizophrenic patient in the form of structured interview schedule. The collected data were analyzed by using descriptive and inferential statistics. Findings revealed that in Pre-test, 54% of the caregivers had moderate stress and 34% of them had mild stress. But in post test majority 62% of caregivers have no stress and 36% have mild level of stress.

Factor wise comparison showed that there is effectiveness of pranayam in decreasing stress. Highly significant difference was found between Pre and Post stress Score. No significant association was found. No significant association was found between post test stress and demographic variables like sex, religion, educational, type of family, duration of care given, relationship, monthly income, residence, family history of schizophrenic patient and previous exposure to programme of pranayama. But there was an association between post test stress with age and marital status.

Keywords

Stress, Pranayam , Caregivers, Schizophrenic Patient.

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Sinmayee Kumari Devi ¹

Affiliations
1 Lord Jagannath Mission College of Nursing, Mancheswar, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, IN

Abstract

It has been six long decades since India gained independence but many Indians are still trapped in age-old traditional beliefs. Here, ''old beliefs'' imply the mindset of people who still find themselves in the trap of girlboy equality. The status of females in India aptly symbolizes India's status of being developing nation-miles away from becoming a developed state. Of course, India deserves to be in this list because here, in this 21st century, the girl child continues to be murdered before she is born. Female foeticide is still prevalent in the Indian society; in fact, it has been a practice for hundreds of years. The aim of the study was to assess the level of perception and awareness regarding female foeticide among college students and also to develop an awareness programme. A Descriptive design and cross-sectional survey approach was used for the study. 100 students were selected form royal +2 science college by purposive sampling technique and Data were collected by using checklist ,multiple choice question and collected data were analyzed by using descriptive and inferential statistics. Findings revealed that 67% of students were in the age group of 15-17yr. 94% of students were Hindu, Whereas 70% of students were female, and 30% of students are male. The study revealed that maximum (94%) students were aware about the female foeticide taking place in India, whereas only 6% are unaware about female foeticide taking place in India. The study shows that 45% students were aware about the laws existing to stop female foeticide. No significant (p>0.05) association was found between the students perception and awareness in relation to demographic variables of students.

Keywords

Female Foeticide, Perception, Awareness.

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Sinmayee Kumari Devi ¹

Affiliations
1 Lord Jagannath Mission College of Nursing, Mancheswar, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, IN

Abstract

Background :In most developing countries such as India, utilization of basic health services has remained poor though there has been an increase in the public and private expenditure on the provision of advanced health care. Maternal health is important in itself and for the health of the children also appropriate care of mother is necessary, both before and after the delivery. The poor utilization of RCH services also serious threats to maternal and child health.

Aim: The aim of the study was to assess the level of satisfaction on RCH services and to explore the factors influencing the extend of utilization of RCH services.

Methods: A quantitative study with descriptive research design and exploratory approach was undertaken to assess the level 0f satisfaction and explore the factors influencing extent of utilization of reproductive and child health services among the mothers at PHC, Pahala. BBSR. 30 mothers were selected by non probability sampling method. Data were collected from by using Likert scale.

Result: The findings shows that the maximum numbers of mother (90%) are highly satisfied with administration of Tetanus toxide and where as highest 30% of mothers were less satisfied as due not giving of proper advice regarding post natal exercise. Chi square was calculated and found that there was no significant association between level of satisfaction among the mothers attending PHC with their selected demographic variable except education (P>0.05).

Keywords

Reproductive and Child Health Services, Primary Health Centre, Level of Satisfaction.

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Sinmayee Kumari Devi ¹

Affiliations
1 Lord Jagannath Mission College of Nursing, Bhubaneswar, IN

Abstract

Background: Pregnancy and the birth of a baby is a momentous occasion in a life of a woman, tiny details of the experiences surrounding the whole event are etched in the memory forever. But for some women this experience can be bitter part of her life because of some high risk conditions in her pregnancy. Nurses play an important role in educating the women about these conditions and to prevent it.

Aim: the aim of the study was to assess the knowledge of high risk antenatal mothers on prenatal diagnostic test and educate them about prenatal diagnostic tests.

Methods: pre-experimental research design was used. 50 samples were selected by convenience (non- probability) sampling technique. The study was conducted in Annapurna memorial hospital, Bhubaneswar. Pilot study was conducted, the tool and the study design was found to be feasible. Check list was developed for screening high risk pregnancy and a structured questionnaire was prepared to assess the mother's knowledge on antenatal diagnostic tests.

Results: Results of the study revealed that , education on prenatal diagnostic test was effective in all areas. There was not significant association was found between knowledge scores of the high risk antenatal mothers with their selected demographic variables (P>0.05). Whereas highly significant difference was found between the area wise score values of pretest, post test and overall score. Hence, the stated null hypothesis is rejected and statistical hypothesis was accepted (P<0.01).

Keywords

Prenatal Diagnostic Test, High Risk Pregnancy.

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Sinmayee Kumari Devi ¹

Affiliations
1 Dept of OBG, Lord Jagannath Mission College of Nursing, Rasulgarh-751010, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, IN

Abstract

Background: Obstetric emergencies are life threatening medical conditions that occur in pregnancy or during or after delivery or labour and it is the leading cause of maternal and perinatal mortality and morbidity which comprises 46% of maternal mortality in world wide. The active and appropriate management by health care personnel may lead to decrease mortality.

Objective: The purpose of the study was to quantify the level of knowledge regarding obstetric emergency among the staff nurses

Research design and approach: Non experimental, descriptive research design with cross sectional survey approach was used for the present study.

Setting: The study was conducted in Vinayaka Mission's Kirupanada Variyar Medical College Hospital, Salem, Tamilnadu.

Sample size and technique: 48 staff nurses who were working in the Vinayaka Mission's Kirupanada Variyar Medical College Hospital were selected by Convenient sampling technique.

Instrument used: Level of knowledge was measured by using structured questionnaire developed by the researcher.

Major findings: Major findings reveals that highest percentage (71%) of the staff nurses were in the age group of <25 years, Almost all (98%) were diploma holders, Most (86%) of them had below 5 years of experience, Around 50% had 1-2 years of experience in labour ward. Overall mean knowledge score of the staff nurses was (40.1±7.3), which is 42.66% of the total score revealing average level of knowledge. No significant association was found between the knowledge score and demographic variables of the staff nurses.

Keywords

Obstertric Emergency, Level of Knowledge.

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Sinmayee Kumari Devi ¹, Sikandar Kumar ¹

Affiliations
1 Dept. of OBG, Lord Jagannath Mission College of Nursing, Rasulgarh-10, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, IN

Abstract

A quasi experimental study with pre and post test with without control group design was under taken in HI-TECH school of nursing, BBSR to assess the effectiveness of SIM regarding high risk pregnancy on knowledge among the ANM students. 42 ANM students were selected by simple random sampling technique and Data was collected by using closed ended questionnaire from Dt-27.02.2014 to Dt-13.03.2014 and collected data were analyzed by using descriptive and inferential statistics. Findings revealed that highest percentage 50% of the ANM students were in the age group of 18-20 years. All were female and unmarried Majorities 98% of them are Hindus and 2% are Christians. The overall pre test mean score was (9.42±6.8) which is 31% of the total score reveals poor knowledge where as it was (16.85±9.7) which is 56% in posttest revealing 25% of enhancement knowledge score. Area wise highest post test mean score (4.9±5.2) which is 49% was obtained for the area of "risk factor" where as the lowest post test mean score (1.4±1.6) which is 46.6% was obtained for the area of "complication". Highly significant (p<0.01) difference was found between pre and post test knowledge scores and no significant (p>0.05) association was found between post test knowledge scores in relation to demographic variables of ANM students.

Keywords

High Risk Pregnancy, Auxiliary Nurses and Midwifery Student, Self Instructional Module.

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