Journal of Nurses Voice and Impact

A Research endeavour aimed at Evaluating the Comprehension of Disaster Management and Readiness among Third-Year B. Sc. Nursing Students at Upasana College of Nursing in Kollam

2023-12-20T10:24:07+00:00

This study aims to assess the knowledge of 3rd year BSc Nursing students at Upasana College of Nursing, Kollam regarding disaster management and preparedness. A descriptive study will be conducted among 3rd year BSc Nursing students at Upasana College of Nursing, Kollam. A structured questionnaire will be used to collect data. The questionnaire will be pre-tested for reliability and validity before the actual data collection. The study will include a purposive sample of students, and participation will be voluntary. Data collected will be analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. The results of this study will provide valuable insights into the current level of knowledge among 3rd year BSc Nursing students at Upasana College of Nursing, Kollam regarding disaster management and preparedness.

Awareness of Child Sexual Abuse (CSA) and POCSO Act: A Cross Sectional Study in Eastern India

2024-01-09T09:45:02+00:00

Child sexual abuse has a great link to deleterious consequences and the highest priority lies in being aware of current response systems and reporting mechanisms, and strict implementation of prevention laws. The study attempted to assess the awareness of Child Sexual Abuse and the POCSO Act among middle school children. A stratified random sampling recruited 125 children aged between 10 and 16 years. Only 43.2 % had adequate awareness regarding Child Sexual Abuse and the POCSO Act and 56.85% were inadequate in their awareness level. The unadjusted binary logistic regression analysis revealed that the odds of possessing better awareness of child sexual abuse was 1.7 times (95% CI: 0.7 – 4.4) among 10 to 12 years and 8.7 times (95 CI: 2.5 – 29.6) higher for those who were in the age group of 13 to 14 years and 15 to 16 years respectively. Females had 2.8 times (95% CI: 1.3 – 5.8) higher odds of having adequate awareness. Children studying in 7th and 8th standard had 2.8 times (95% CI: 1.3 – 5.8) higher odds of having adequate awareness. Our findings highlight the importance of improving children's awareness of Child Sexual Abuse and the POCSO Act for a safe and better future.

Depression among Informal Caregivers of Patients with Cancer at a Selected Hospital in Bangladesh

2024-02-08T05:42:47+00:00

Background: Depression among informal caregivers of cancer patients is the most common and serious medical illness around the world. Caregivers of cancer patients are at greater risk of developing depression than the general population. Informal caregivers’ depression is a global concern that must be addressed early to prevent or decrease its detrimental consequences. Objective: The study aims to assess depression among informal caregivers of patients with cancer at a selected hospital in Bangladesh. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among 112 informal caregivers of patients with cancer who were selected from the National Institute of Cancer Research and Hospital (NICRH) by using a convenience sampling technique. Data was collected by using self-administered questionnaires from February to March 2023. After data collection, it was analyzed by using descriptive and inferential statistics. Results: The study result revealed that most (91.1%) of the informal caregivers experienced depression. Caregivers’ gender, level of education, occupation, monthly income, place of residence, duration of caregiving, per day caregiving duration, number of children, relationship with the patient, patients’ duration of illness, duration of taking treatment and the patient’s hospital admission number were found a significant association with informal caregivers’ depression. Conclusion: This study finding will improve the quality of life and reduce the depression of caregivers of cancer patients by providing awareness through health campaigns. It is also important for treatment adherence, decreased hospitalization, reduced burden and treatment cost of caregivers.

Case Report on the Late Diagnosis of a Type of Lesch-Nyhan Disease

2024-02-29T09:03:15+00:00

A 30-year-old man was recommended for hyperuricaemia analysis and therapy. Recurrent nephrolithiasis and chronic gout were among the past medical conditions, and they did not respond well to treatment. The enzyme hypoxanthine-guanine phosphoribosyl transferase (HGPRT) was investigated for its activity and it was discovered to be inadequate, supporting the Lesch-Nyhan disease diagnosis with allopurinol, hyperuricemia was addressed. To prevent dehydration and achieve a minimum daily urine output of 2 L, the patient was given instructions to prevent nephrolithiasis. Potassium citrate was first used to alkalize the urine. For genetic counseling, the patient was recommended. The case presents information on the pathogenesis, clinical symptoms, genetics, diagnosis, and treatment of HGPRT deficiency.

Suicidal Ideation Factors and Coping Methods within Nursing Students' Perspective

2024-04-12T12:09:01+00:00

Public strategies and health agendas should give suicide priority as it is seen as a severe worldwide issue. An estimated 40 seconds pass between a suicide death and an attempt every two to three seconds. Approximately 75% of suicide deaths take place in low- and middle-income nations. In terms of suicide rates in the Americas, Brazil comes in at number eight. The majority of suicide fatalities are thought to be preventable, but the subject is complicated, stigmatized, and poorly understood. In India, the number of suicide deaths has increased over time, despite patterns showing both a rise and a fall in suicide rates. Background: One of the main causes of death for young people is suicide. Stress in life and college might set off suicidal thoughts and actions, thus it's critical to comprehend the function of coping mechanisms. Suicidal thoughts were linked to mental health issues, especially depression. Three studies discussed suicide prevention strategies. Nursing students and faculty members favoured peer support and the integration of wellness activities into the curriculum. Objective: To assess students' views about suicide behaviour and related factors in an undergraduate nursing course. To find an association between pre-test levels of knowledge of adolescent regarding factors influencing suicidal ideation and its coping strategies with their demographic variables. A crucial part of preventing suicide is played by nurses. But they frequently don't think they're ready enough to give this kind of care. The literature has also demonstrated a correlation between stigma, prejudice, unprepared practitioners, bad views toward suicide, and subpar care. However, there is still a lack of understanding of these problems, particularly among nursing students. Suicide is a major public health issue with biological, psychological, social, and cultural elements contributing to its causes. These variables are often preventable if identified early and treated appropriately. University students are susceptible to emotional issues throughout the transition from adolescence to maturity. Medical students exhibit the highest levels of anxiety, sadness, and suicidal thoughts among them. To improve individual well-being and lower the incidence of suicidal thoughts, we examine the prevalence of emotional disorders and suicidal ideation among medical students at our university in this essay. We also reveal the efforts made to change some psycho-emotional determinants by giving students coping skills and strategies to help them manage their emotions and create strong support networks among their peers.