ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | July 30, 2018
Knowledge of Nurses Regarding Pain Management at Public Tertiary Care Hospital Lahore
Muqadas Niaz, Ms. Farzana Begum, Afsar Ali, Tamseela Kousar
Page no 178-183 |
10.21276/sjnhc
The main purpose of this study was, to assess the knowledge of nurses
regarding pain management at Jinnah Hospital Lahore. A cross sectional descriptive
survey was performed to assess the knowledge of pain management among nurses. A
convenient sample of n=170 was used to collect the information. The main instrument for
Information was a structured questionnaire. A structured questionnaire with demographic
variables and causes variables was applied. The data was analyzed on SPSS version 21.
The results showed that there is positive response of the respondent mean that nurses
know about pain management. The result shows that if there is enough knowledge of the
nurses about pain management they will increase patient comfort ability and decrease
stress which is due to pain. And suggest that nurses administration must be develop the
different strategies to create good strategies to enhance nurses‟ knowledge about pain
management.
REVIEW ARTICLE | July 30, 2018
A Detailed Anatomical Review on Mandibular Fracture
Albraa B. Alolayan, Ibrahim Saleh F Alraddadi, Raed F. Aldahmeshi, Assem H.Sh, Giath Gazal
Page no 733-736 |
10.36348/sjmps.2018.v04i07.001
Mandible is an important and the only movable bone in the craniofacial region. According to the old anatomists, it resembles a u-v shaped blunt bend. The mandible bears teeth, and this horseshoe-shaped/ v- bend bone is attached to many muscles. Understanding anatomy and kinesiology of mandible helps the practitioner/surgeon to choose the best treatment modality and surgical approach.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | July 30, 2018
System Modeling and Simulation Based On Fuzzy Control and Linear Graph Method
Gu Hao, Weiguo Tong
Page no 491-497 |
10.21276/sjeat.2018.3.7.5
This paper introduces the application of fuzzy control in system modeling
and utilizes the Linear Graph of mechanism modeling method to build the system
model, and employs Simulink’s S-function to build the system controller and object to
conduct simulation. In this paper, the double-ended component system is taken as an
example to describe the linear graph theory commonly used in modeling, and the state
space equation and the transfer function of the system are established and simulated
based on the linear graph method. In the meantime, this paper also analyzes the merits
and demerits of linear graph method and other mechanism modeling methods.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | July 30, 2018
Knowledge and Practices among Nurses of Tertiary Care Hospitals, Lahore Regarding Nasogastric Tube Feeding in Adult Patients
Meshal Margrate, Shaier Khan, Farhan Mukhtar, Kainat Asmat
Page no 798-801 |
10.36348/sjmps.2018.v04i07.013
Nasogastric tube feeding (NGT) is used for those patients who can-not sustain their oral requirements. Poor nursing adherence to evidence-based guidelines has negative consequences leading to higher mortality rates, delayed recovery and longer length of stay. Nurses play an intrinsic role in preventing these infections especially aspiration pneumonia by pursuing standard guidelines. Current study was designed to evaluate nurses’ knowledge and practices of NGT feeding in order to reduce complications. Cross-Sectional Descriptive Study design was proposed. Study population included 70 nurses working in three public sector hospitals in Lahore. Nurse’s knowledge was obtained using a self -structured questionnaire and their practices were recorded by direct observation through a checklist. Data was analyzed using SPSS 20. Data was represented in the forms of figures and tables. By knowledge and practice 60% secured under satisfactory level. Nasogastric tube feeding is a critical practice for seriously sick patients and errors in proper knowledge and skills can lead to serious complications. The present study could identify a high level of gaps in knowledge and skills of applying nasogastric tube feeding procedure. This necessitates the action at training institutions for nurses and on job protocols including monitoring for safety of patients.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | July 30, 2018
The Level of Patients’ Satisfaction Regarding Nursing Care Services in Dialysis Centers
Tamsela Kauser, Afsar Ali, Ms. Farzana Begum
Page no 132-137 |
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Renal failure is one of the most increasing issue and patient need to admit or
enter in any care organization where care for the renal care or therapy are provided to the
patients. The renal kidney failure patient’s kidney stopped working well and it is difficult
for the patients to survive easily without dialysis (Weiser 2013). The main purpose of this
study was, to assess the level of satisfaction regarding nursing care in dialysis centers
LHR. A cross sectional descriptive survey was performed to assess the satisfaction level of
dialysis patients. A convenient sample of n=150 was used to collect the information. A
structured questionnaire with demographic variables and causes variables was applied.
The data was analyzed on SPSS version 21. On the basis of this study results it is
concluded that a questionnaire was used for the assessment of patient. It contains multiple
questions about nurses and participants. According to these study results it shows that
patient satisfaction with dialysis was high. Moreover patients were more satisfied if they
provided information about dialysis procedure, nurses also give emotional support to the
patient. Finally, questions were asked to the patients about their views on the care
provided in the dialysis center. Most of the patients' had satisfied from nurse’s care
provided in dialysis center. Patients were more satisfied if they provided information about
dialysis procedure; nurses also give emotional support to the patient.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | July 30, 2018
Evaluation of Adaptogenic Activity of Anacyclus pyrethrum L. in Animal Models
Virupanagouda P Patil, Nanjappaiah Hankuntimath, Chandrashekhar V M, Shivakumar Hugar
Page no 830-834 |
10.36348/sjmps.2018.v04i07.019
Anacyclus pyrethrum L. root is one among the ingredients of polyherbal formulation frequently employed for the treatment of stress by Ayurvedic practioners. So, the objective of this study was to scientifically validate its use. Animals were administered graded doses of ethanolic extract of Anacyclus pyrethrum root and subjected for anoxia stress tolerance test, swimming endurance test and acetic acid induced writhing test models and its adaptogenic potential was assessed by estimating various parameters. Stressed animals demonstrated altered values of these parameters. Ethanolic extract of Anacyclus pyrethrum root exhibited significant anti-stress activity by restoration of all the altered values. Present findings validate its use in Aurvedic system of medicine.
REVIEW ARTICLE | July 30, 2018
The Political Economy of Fulani Herdsmen Activities and Inter-Ethno-Religious Relations in Nigeria’s Forth Republic: Issues and Prospects
Oluwasuji Clement Olawole, Omodia Stephen Monday, Oyinloye Babatunde
Page no 878-885 |
10.21276/sjhss.2018.3.7.11
The political history of Nigeria is characterised with an unprecedented level
of insecurity. Inter-communal and inter-ethnic clashes, religious violent, and armed
robbery, assassination, murder, gender based violence, and bomb explosions have been
on the increase leading to enormous loss of lives and properties and general atmosphere
of siege and social tension for the people. In recent times, inter-ethnic relations tension
has resonated in Nigeria. This is due to the activities of some ethnically motivated
groups. “The Political Economy of Fulani Herdsmen Activities and Inter-ethnic
Relations in Nigeria‟s Forth Republic: Issues and Prospects”, focused primarily on the
activities of the nomadic Fulani herdsmen in some parts of Nigeria such as Kaduna,
Enugu, Benue, Ekiti, Taraba, Nasarawa, Plateau, Kogi States, etc. In these conflicts,
many lives and cattle are lost and properties destroyed. This paper examines the causes
of the incessant Fulani herdsmen and farmers conflicts in Nigeria. Secondly, to
underscore the nexus between the incessant conflicts and interethnic relations in
Nigeria, and thirdly, to overview the alternative options to ameliorate the incessant
conflicts between the Fulani herdsmen and the hosting farming communities vis-à-vis
to douse the ethno-religious dimension of the conflict.
RESEARCH ARTICLE | July 30, 2018
The Effect of Training on Pedagogical Content Knowledge on Teachers’ Performance in Nakuru County, Kenya
Helen Wanjira Ngari, Paul Gesimba, Peter Koome
Page no 642-649 |
10.36348/sb.2018.v04i07.014
The purpose of this study is to find out the effect of training on pedagogical content knowledge on teachers’ performance; in schools within Nakuru North Sub- County, Kenya. The study was carried in the 22 public primary schools in the sub county among the 22 head teacher and 170 school teachers. The study was based on Campbell’s theory of performance and social cognitive theory. A sample of 8 head teachers and 51 public primary school teachers was used. The sample for the head teachers was selected using purposive sampling technique while that of the head teachers was selected using simple random sampling technique. Data for the study was collected by use of questionnaires for teachers and interview schedules for head teachers respectively. Prior to use, the questionnaires were subjected to validity checks and reliability tests. Data collected was analyzed using descriptive statistics (frequencies, means and percentages) and inferential statistics with the aid of the Statistical Package for Social Sciences computer software version 21. Pearson moment correlation (r) was used to establish the relationship between the variables. There was a positive Pearson correlation between Training on Pedagogical Content Knowledge and Teachers’ Performance (r = -0.37, p = 0.802). The study established that the school management and the Ministry of Education will be able to use these findings in formulating appropriate strategies that help enhance teacher performance through their continuous professional development.
REVIEW ARTICLE | July 30, 2018
Evaluation Implementation of Training and Development Policy for Widyaiswara (Case Study on ASN Employees (Apparatus Civil Servants) of Ministry of Village, Development of Disadvantaged Regions, and Transmigration Training and Development Center)
Sri Ratna, Muchlis R. Luddin, Wibowo
Page no 837-851 |
10.21276/sjhss.2018.3.7.7
This research is aimed to evaluate the execution of the directions and the
policies for training and development of Trainers at Training and Development Center
of ASN employees (Apparatus Civil Servants) Ministry of Village, Development of
Disadvantaged Regions, and Transmigration. The evaluation provides recommendation
to relevant stakeholders to improve the effectiveness, efficiency, and accountability
of Trainers in particular and Government Employes in general. This is an evaluative
research using CIPP (Context, Input, Process, and Product) evaluation model by Daniel
Stufflebeam. The data was collected through triangulation of literature research,
questionnaires, in-depth interviews, along with focus group discussions, which was
then analyzed using qualitative data analysis technique by defining the execution
attributes and comparing them to the evaluation criteria as set by the standard. The
outcome suggests revisiting the execution attributes as they were no longer relevant to
the assignments, functions, responsibilities, and challenges faced by Widyaiswara
nowadays. The input evaluation shows that several points have already met the
standards, but some have not. Likewise, the process components, e.g. execution in the
classroom, accommodation, and catering were still below the standard. Therefore, it is
recommended to improve the quality and quantity of these attributes to achieve the
training center standard/accreditation, on both the training and the people (Widyawara).
CASE REPORT | July 30, 2018
A Case of Thymoma Presenting as Respiratory Failure
Abdul Majeed Arshad, Dhanasekar Thangasamy, Irfan Ismail Ayub, Deepika Ramachandran
Page no 818-823 |
10.36348/sjmps.2018.v04i07.017
Thymomas are among the most common anterior mediastinal tumors that can uncommonly present with respiratory failure. This case – A 62 year old lady who presented with complaints of limb weakness and the development of type II respiratory failure, discusses in detail the problem posed and the workup leading to the diagnosis. Surgery was performed based on the radiological findings. The tumor was completely resected and the diagnosis given as Masoka classification‑Type B2-predominantly cortical thymoma
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | July 30, 2018
Adaptation of Traditional Malay Wall Element in Modular System
Siti Aisyah Muhammad
Page no 482-490 |
10.21276/sjeat.2018.3.7.4
Preservation of the aesthetical aspects of the traditional buildings especially
the traditional Malay house is relatively unsolved due to the limitation of the material
used specifically the timber. The traditional Malay house system is basically a modular
system in terms of measurement, panel dismantle-reassemble method, expandable and
moveable as well. Modular system allows many advantages in construction process and
final production. Some of the lists are cost-effectiveness in terms of time consuming in
site, labour, product materials and many more. The quality of modular system also can
be monitored wisely as it is develop in factory in mass production according to the
design. This paper proposes the adaptation of modular system in modern housing that
integrated with the traditional Malay house component specifically the non-structural
component such as the wall system. The issues of modular using the traditional
components will be analysed using observation and site visit and analysis. The system
generated can be applied to the housing development in Malaysia and in the meantime
preserving the aesthetic elements of the traditional Malay house. The outcome of this
paper will acknowledge a concept of modular housing system adapting the traditional
wall element in building environment, and appreciating the aesthetic value of the
traditional Malay house as well.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | July 30, 2018
The Ultrasound-Guided Biopsy in Breast Cancer
Abdalmalek Ismail Abu Rbee, Raham Bacha, Syed Amir Gilani, Sajid Shaheen Malik
Page no 763-768 |
10.36348/sjmps.2018.v04i07.007
Ultrasonography is a widely used imaging technique that has many clinical applications. The early staging of the metastatic carcinoma is one of these widely uses. FNA and core biopsies have exceedingly replaced the surgical biopsy. The ultrasound-guided biopsy has shown great and more accurate results for breast cancer detection more than the use of one method alone. In this study, we aimed to determine the role of ultrasound-guided biopsy in breast cancer. The procedure was performed on 32consecutive patients that were enrolled at Shaukat Khanum hospital in this Cross-sectional comparative analytical study. Ultrasound-guided core and FNA-guided biopsies were performed for all 32 patients. The accuracy of breast lumps biopsy with ultrasound guidance biopsy was more accurated as compare to non ultrasound. Out of 32 patients 1(3.1%). was diagnosedwith acute inflammation, 16(50.0%). for breast metastatic carcinoma, 2(6.3%). for chronic inflammation, 1(3.1%). for ductal epithelial carcinoma, 1(3.1%). for fibrocystic, 1(3.1%). for the fibroepithelial lesion, 1(3.1%). for lymphocytic yield, 7(21.9%). were normal results and 1(3.1%). for stromal fibrosis. In conclusion, an Ultrasound-guided biopsy is highly accurate, and more effective and feasible method than the ultrasound examination alone and excisional surgery. Recently US-guided biopsy procedure is widely used for the diagnosis of lumps in breast cancer patient.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | July 30, 2018
Building Brand Image and Customer Loyalty: With Service Quality and Customer Satisfaction (Case Study on Giant Citra Raya)
Hapzi Ali
Page no 799-810 |
10.21276/sjhss.2018.3.7.2
The number of customers at Giant Citra Raya over the last five years (2011-
2015) has decreased significantly, due to many factors including poor service quality
and poor customer care. Likewise Extra Giant Switching Customer behavior has
Negative Net Switching, when compared to the three brands (Carrefour, Hypermart and
Lotte Mart). This low customer loyalty index is due to poor service quality. The
research design is explanatory, where sampling method is a non-probability sample
(non-random sample). The sampling technique uses accidental sampling, in which the
researcher has the freedom to choose who to meet which can be sampled according to
the requirements of the existing population. The method used in this research is survey
method. The average customer population is 2,070,823 / 12/30 = 5752 per day, with
Slovin samples of 152 respondents. Quantitative analysis method with Analytical Path
Analysis tool and SPSS tool version 2.33. Prior to the analysis conducted test of
questionnaire instrument with validity test and classical assumption. After analyzed
with Path Analysis continued with test of determination analysis (R Square), partial test
of hypothesis (t test) and simultaneously (F test) with 5% error tolerance level. The
result of this research is that Service Quality and Customer Satisfaction have a effect on
Brand Image and Customer Loyalty. Brand Image and Customer Loyalty are still
influenced by other variables other than Service Quality and Customer Satisfaction,
therefore need to do further research.
CASE REPORT | July 30, 2018
Dentinogenesis Imperfecta associated with Type 1 Osteogenesis Imperfecta: A Case Report
Sreedevi P.U, Sreela L.S, Philips Mathew
Page no 792-797 |
10.36348/sjmps.2018.v04i07.012
Dentinogenesis Imperfecta is an autosomal dominant disorder of dentine affecting primary and permanent dentition. Mutation in dentin sialophospho protein on the long arm of chromosome 4 results in this defective dentin. The clinical appearance of teeth is characteristic showing an amber like translucency and severe attrition. It can also occur in association with osteogenesis Imperfecta, a genetic disorder of type 1 collagen. Here we present a case of Dentinogenesis Imperfecta associated with Type 1 Osteogenesis Imperfecta in a 14-year -old girl.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | July 30, 2018
Pteridophytes of Kotgarh and Rampur Forest Division of Shimla District, Himachal Pradesh, India
Prem Prakash, Mukesh Kumar Seth, Priya Kumari
Page no 521-523 |
10.21276/haya.2018.3.7.1
In India, Pteridophytes are particularly distributed in the Himalayan and
coastal regions. The variable topography and climate conditions of India contribute to
a rich diversity of its flora and Pteridophytic diversity. Kotgarh and Rampur forest
division region has rich biodiversity due to the great altitudinal variations with the
Pteridophytes found in shady and moist patches of the regions. 22 species of
pteridophytes belonging to 10 families and 16 genera have been reported in the present
study. Dryopteridaceae and Pteridaceae with 5 species, Polyodiaceae and
Thelypteridaceae with 3 species and remaining Families with single species have been
reported.