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Public Attitude and Knowledge in the Makkah Region Regarding Providing First Aid before and after the COVID-19 Pandemic

Yasser H. Alnofaiey, Anoud M. Alhamyani, Meshal M. Alhamyani, Nwarah A. Basha, Lama T. Althobaiti, Amal A. Aljuaid & Khames T. Alzahrani · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2021

Aims: To evaluate attitude toward and knowledge of first aid of the public in Makkah region, Saudi Arabia, considering the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on changing perceptions. Study Design:  A descriptive cross-sectional study. Place and Duration of Study: Department of Medi...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i52B33606

A Study to Assess the Knowledge of Elderly on Laughter Therapy in Selected Areas of Madhya Pradesh

Bincy Jacob & C. C. Linson · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2021

The purpose of this study was to examine the elderly's understanding about laughing therapy in Madhya Pradesh's designated locations. The sample of 30 older persons was chosen using a non-probability handy sampling approach. The older people's knowledge was assessed using a struc...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i52A33584

Dental Stem Cell Therapy: Awareness and Perspective among Indian Orthodontists

D. Hemamalini, K. M. Shahul Hameed Faizee, R. Piradhiba, S. Veerasankar & L. Xavier Dhayananth · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2021

Aim:  To assess the, awareness of stem cells among Orthodontists in India. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional, self-modified, validated questionnaire-based, nationwide survey was conducted among practicing Orthodontists and postgraduate students belonging to various college...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i52A36143

Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices towards COVID-19 Pandemic among Residents of the Jharkhand State, India: An Online Survey

Arpita Rai, . Nishant, Anshul Kumar, D. K. Singh, Nitin Madan Kulkarni, Shailesh Kumar Chaurasia & L. R. Pathak · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2021

Background: People's adherence to control measures is imperative in the fight against COVID-19. The present study was done to evaluate knowledge, attitudes, and practices towards COVID-19 among residents of Jharkhand and to assist the government in deciding further course of acti...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i52A33573

Knowledge and Practices on Prevention of COVID-19 among Traditional Medical Practitioners in Sri Lanka

A. B. Dharmarathna & W. M. S. S. K. Kulathunga · Asian Journal of Research in Infectious Diseases · 2021

Introduction: An outbreak of pneumonia of unknown reason was named as COVID-19 by WHO and declared as pandemic. It was observed as most people infected with the COVID-19 virus is mild to moderate respiratory illness and recover without getting treatment. Older people with chronic...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrid/2021/v8i430245

Assess the Effectiveness of Self-instructional Module on Knowledge Regarding Cultural Beliefs of Dietary Habits among Postnatal Women

Kalyani Ambule, Bali Thool, Manjusha Mahakarkar, Shalini Moon & Archana Teltumade · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2021

Background: The study of cultural factors in nutrition emerged as a distinct focus of research only recently, with the formation of the National Research Council's Committee on Food Habits in 1941. The impact of culture on nutrition has primarily been studied in the realm of "foo...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i51B33548

Protocol on: Evaluate the Effectiveness of Nursing Protocol on Knowledge and Practices Regarding Hemodialysis Care among Professional Staff

Swapna Morey & Ranjana Sharma · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2021

Background: The prevalence rate of chronic kidney disease (CKD) ranges from 1 < percent to 13% and recently international society of nephrology reported In India, the prevalence rate of chronic kidney disease was 17 % in 2015. Objective: 1. To assess the existing level of know...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i52A33561

Knowledge Regarding Risk Factors and Preventive Measures of Varicose Vein among Intensive Care Unit Staff Nurses

Rose Mary George & Angel Samson Rathod · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2021

Background: Varicose vein has disturbed humans since ancient days as a chronic disorder. According to the current statistics given by the Express health care, approximately 2.7 million people worldwide suffer with varicose veins. If   left untreated and undiagnosed, varicose vein...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i51A33480

A Study on Knowledge Regarding Menstruation and Menstrual Hygiene among School Girls of Karad

Pradnya C. Bhandari, Meghana G. Bhole & Anandh Shrinivasan · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2021

Background: Menarche is an important milestone in women’s life usually occurring between 12-14 years of age. It reflects the health status of the population as it marks as the beginning of sexual maturation. The adolescent girls usually undergo menarche unprepared and they lack t...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i50B33455

A Survey of Health Care Professionals’ Knowledge and Practice toward Penicillin Allergy

Mohamed Balaha, Nehad Ahmed, Faisal Alonazi & Saleh Alshehri · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2021

Aim: The present study aimed to describe health care professionals’ Knowledge and Practice toward Penicillin Allergy. Methodology: This was a cross sectional study that was conducted in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The data of the present study were collected from the health care profes...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i51A33460

Knowledge and Practice of Blood Transfusion by Nurses at Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital, Kumasi, Ghana

Abdul Karim Boakye Yiadom, Albert Opoku, Ahmed Adu Oppong, Andrew Adjei Druye & Olivia Nyarko Mensah · Asian Journal of Research in Nursing and Health · 2021

Objective: To assess the knowledge and practice of nurses and midwivies in blood transfusion at Komfo Anokye Teaching. Hospital. Methodology: This study used the descriptive cross-sectional approach with a total population of 280 Nurses and Midwives from Accident and Emergency, S...

Open access Research Article

Knowledge, Attitude and Awareness on Puberty Menorrhagia among Medical Students of Saveetha Medical College

T. Sarathkumar & K. Jayashree · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2021

Objective: To assess the knowledge, attitude and awareness on pubertal menorrhagia among medical students. Design: It was a cross-sectional study conducted at the department of Obstetrics and Gynecology in Saveetha Medical College and Hospital, Thandalam. Methodology: The study w...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i50B33446

Knowledge of Rural Secondary School Students on First Aid Following Educational Intervention

A. F. M. Salah Uddin, Syeda Israt Zahan, Fatema Binte Zinnah, Md. Motiur Rahman, Hafiza Sultana, Foisal Mohammad Mosiul Alom & Md. Amimul Ahshan · Asian Journal of Education and Social Studies · 2021

Introduction: School life is an important part of children’s lives, which has a direct impact on their physical and mental health. Knowledge of health promotion and prevention activities encourages initiating first aid activities in society. Objective: To assess the level of know...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajess/2021/v23i330556