Impact of Personal Child Care Hygiene Counselling on Mothers' Knowledge, Attitude, & Practices (KAP) Toward Preschool Children
Understanding Human Metapneumovirus: A Descriptive Study on Staff Nurses' Knowledge
A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Relaxation Programme on Addiction Recovery and Well-Being among Victims of Substance use in Selected Community at Kanyakumari District
A Descriptive Study to Assess the Level of Knowledge Regarding Home Care Management among Post-CABG Patients Admitted in Post Cardiac Ward of Sree Mookambika Medical College Hospital in Kulasekharam
Comparison of Two Nursing Theories: Meleis' Transition Theory versus Mercer's Maternal Role Attainment Theory
Philosophy of Education
Should Euthanasia be Legalized in Pakistan?
Nightingale’s Theory and its Application to Pediatric Nursing Care
Academic Strategies that Facilitate Learning in Millennial Nursing Students
Awareness of Good And Bad Touch Among Children
Transformational Leadership: A Strategy towards Staff Motivation
Suicide Among Youth: A Preventable Public Health Concern
The Impact of Culture on Faculty Retention in Nursing Education
Emotional Intelligence as a Predictor of Nursing Student Success
Psychological and Cognitive Determinants of the Health Literacy on Soon-To-Be-Aged and Older Adults: a Systematic Review
It Takes a Village to Assure Nurse Professionalism
Lessons Learned: Employing Focus Groups as a Research Methodology
Personal hygiene aids in disease prevention and health promotion. It is vital in every phase of life, but good hygiene starts in childhood. Children under the age of five generally spend most of their time with parents and guardians, especially mothers, even when they attend pre-schools or nurseries. Mothers are the primary role model for them, and their health beliefs and attitude towards health care, act as a significant predictor of children's personal hygiene care. Hence knowledge of mothers has an important role in the maintenance of personal hygiene of the children. This study was conducted with an objective to evaluate the impact of personal child care hygiene counselling intervention on knowledge, attitude and practices of the mothers towards preschool children. A total of 300 mothers were selected as participants for the counselling intervention programme. Out of these 300 mothers, 153 mothers were treated as the experimental group for intervention and the other 147 mothers as the control group. The experimental group received personal child care hygiene education through counseling provided by the researcher, while the control group did not. KAP method was used to measure the impact of counselling. Based on the results, it was concluded that knowledge, attitude and practice score level of the mothers in the experimental group improved appreciably and was statistically significant at 5% level (p-value < 0.05).
Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) is a significant respiratory pathogen affecting individuals across all age groups, with heightened severity in young children, older adults, and immunocompromised patients. The study aims to evaluate the knowledge levels of staff nurses regarding HMPV. A descriptive cross-sectional survey was conducted on staff nurses working in medical, surgical wards, and intensive care units (MICU and SICU) at GGS Medical College and Hospital, Faridkot, Punjab, India. Data was collected in November 2024, involving a sample of 50 nurses, using a structured questionnaire. Findings revealed that 20% of staff nurses demonstrated poor knowledge, 50% of nurses had moderate knowledge, 30% of nurses showed good knowledge. While 60% of nurses were aware of HMPV, only 45% understood its transmission. The highest awareness was among MICU nurses (60%), reflecting a higher exposure to respiratory infections. This study highlights the necessity for continuous professional development among nursing staff concerning emerging infectious diseases like HMPV.
Substance use is a pattern of harmful use of any substance for mood-altering purposes. Substance abuse can include alcohol, tobacco, illegal drugs, inhalants, solvents, nicotine, and prescription and over-the-counter drugs, etc. The conceptual framework used for the study was Callista Roy's adaptation model. The goal of the study is to prove that the relaxation programme is an effective intervention in addiction recovery and well-being among substance use adults. The study used a quasi-experimental pre-test, post-test, and control group research design. A purposive sampling technique was adopted. A total of 70 substance use adults (35 experimental group, 35 control group) fulfilled the inclusive criteria. Socio-demographic and clinical data, unstructured questionnaire for pre-test and post-test were administered in face to face method, after getting informed consent. The experimental group received a relaxation programme. The data were analyzed based on the objective and hypotheses of the study. The relaxation programme was effective in addiction recovery and improved well-being. There was a significant positive relationship between post- test addiction recovery and well-being scores among substance use adults. There will be a significant association between the pre-test level of addiction recovery and well-being in age, education, type of abuse, and onset of abuse. Thus, the study concluded that the relaxation programme is an effective intervention in addiction recovery and well- being among substance use adults.
Cardiac surgery is a common treatment method for cardiovascular diseases. It leads to a decrease in patients' self-care ability and causes some changes in the physical and psychological functionality of the individual. Because patients who have undergone cardiac surgery are usually discharged home within three to seven days, they may experience a series of symptoms at home after discharge, such as pain, wound, infection, oedema, dyspnea, arrhythmia, constipation, loss of appetite, and sleep disturbance. These symptoms may negatively affect their self-care ability and self-efficacy. The main aim of the study is to assess the level of knowledge among post CABG(Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting) patients and to find out the association between knowledge with the selected demographic variables like age, gender, marital status, education, occupation, dietary pattern, exercise, and bad habits. The study was non-experimental, descriptive research design with a quantitative research approach. The study was conducted in Sree Mookambika Institute of Medical Science, Kulasekharam. A sample of 30 post-CABG patients were selected by using the convenience sampling technique. The tools used for the data collection were demographic variables and a structured knowledge questionnaire. The data was analyzed and interpreted in terms of the objective, descriptive, and inferential statistics. The study findings show that 23.33% of the sample has average knowledge, 46.66% of the sample has a low level of knowledge, and 30% has a very low level of knowledge. There is a significant association between the level of knowledge and demographic variables such as marital status.
This paper explores two prominent nursing theories—Meleis' Transition Theory and Mercer's Maternal Role Attainment Theory-highlighting their theoretical underpinnings, concepts, and clinical applications. Meleis' Transition Theory provides a comprehensive framework to support individuals undergoing significant life changes, such as illness, parenting, or hospital discharge. It emphasizes the universal nature of transitions, requiring nurses to offer care during critical milestones, fostering healthy coping and adaptive outcomes. The theory underscores the importance of understanding disruptions, critical points, and skill acquisition in navigating transitions, aiming to develop interventions that ensure positive experiences and well-being. In contrast, Mercer's Maternal Role Attainment Theory focuses specifically on the maternal role, outlining a process of identity development through four stages: commitment and preparation, acquaintance and learning, normalization, and maternal identity achievement. Key concepts include the maternal self, environmental influences, health, and the integral role of nursing in promoting family well-being through education and support. A clinical scenario involving a rural woman with ten children highlights the application of both theories. Meleis' Transition Theory guided counseling interventions addressing the couple's resistance to family planning by leveraging moral and religious grounds. Simultaneously, Mercer's Maternal Role Attainment Theory supported the mother's education on neonatal care, maternal health, and family well-being. The comparison revealed that Mercer's theory offers a more structured approach to addressing maternal health, empowering mothers, and fostering better long-term outcomes for families. This comparative analysis underscores the significance of theoretical frameworks in nursing practice, validating the integration of evidence-based approaches to improve maternal and neonatal health. By aligning clinical practice with these theories, nurses can enhance caregiving, strengthen family systems, and ensure holistic care for mothers and children.
This paper examines the author's progression in comprehending and formulating an educational philosophy throughout his MScN journey. The author explores fundamental educational concepts, encompassing instructional and learning tactics, assessment and evaluation techniques, curriculum design, and problem-based learning. The examination of philosophy in education is emphasized as a cornerstone for critical thinking, ethical decision-making, and enhanced teaching methodologies. A primary concept is student-centered learning, which prioritizes active student engagement and autonomy in the learning process and positions educators as facilitators rather than simple distributors of knowledge. This paper addresses the importance of assessment methodologies, micro-teaching, and the development of e-portfolios as vital elements of contemporary education. Moreover, it emphasizes the significance of diversity, cooperation, and continuous learning in developing effective educational experiences. The author asserts that a student-centered approach improves motivation, knowledge retention, and professional readiness, consistent with pedagogical research in nursing education. The author intends to include these concepts into their teaching methodology to promote significant learning experiences.
Euthanasia is the practice of ending one's life by one's own will to prevent further suffering from an untreatable disease. It is also called good death or physician-assisted suicide. Euthanasia is performed by an attending physician and nurse either by deliberately injecting a lethal dose of a drug (active euthanasia) or by withholding life-support devices and drugs (passive euthanasia). Many parts of the world are moving towards supporting euthanasia, and it has gotten legal status. But in Pakistan, the practice of euthanasia is not allowed. The purpose of this argument is that it should be legalized in Pakistan to evade the painful demise of dying persons and that their vital organs are capable of being used for other patients before demise.
