Journal of Nursing Science & Practice
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<h2 align="center"><strong>Journal of Nursing Science & Practice (JoNSP)</strong></h2><p align="center"><strong>eISSN: </strong><strong>2249–4758</strong></p><p align="center"><strong>Click <a href="/index.php/JoNSP/about/editorialTeam">here</a> for complete Editorial Board</strong></p><p align="center"><strong>Scientific Journal Impact Factor (SJIF):</strong> 6.078<strong></strong></p><p><strong>Journal of Nursing Science & Practice </strong>is a peer reviewed print and e-Journal which provides readers high quality, original research, review- papers and the short research communications in the field of Nursing and Care. The Journal is devoted to Nurses and other Health Professionals involved in the care of patients. It's a triannual journal, started in 2012.</p><p><strong>Journal DOI no: </strong><strong>10.37591/JoNSP</strong><strong></strong></p><p><strong>Readership:</strong> Graduates, Postgraduates, Research Scholars, Nurses, in Institutions, and Hospitals</p><p><strong>Indexing: </strong>The Journal is indexed in<strong> Google Scholar, Journals TOC, Index Copernicus (ICV=54.22)</strong></p><p><strong>Focus and Scope Cover</strong></p><ul><li>Nursing Science and Research</li><li>Assessment and Diagnosis</li><li>Nursing management</li><li>Care Planning</li><li>Community and Home Care</li><li>Critical Care & Pediatric Nursing</li><li>Emergency Gerontology</li><li>Preoperative Nursing</li><li>Geriatric Nursing</li><li>Anesthesia</li><li>Medical Surgical Nursing</li><li>Intellectual Disability Nursing</li></ul><p><strong>Submission of Paper:</strong></p><p>All contributions to the journal are rigorously refereed and are selected on the basis of quality and originality of the work. The journal publishes the most significant new research papers or any other original contribution in the form of reviews and reports on new concepts in all areas pertaining to its scope and research being done in the world, thus ensuring its scientific priority and significance.</p><p>Manuscripts are invited from academicians, students, research scholars and faculties for publication consideration.</p><p>Papers are accepted for editorial consideration through email:<strong> nursing.excellence@conwiz.in</strong></p><p><strong>Abbreviation: JoNSP</strong></p><p><strong>Frequency</strong>: Three issues per year</p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="/index.php/JoNSP/about/editorialTeam">Editorial Board </a></span></strong></p><p><a href="http://www.stmjournals.com/pdf/Author-Guidelines-stmjournals.pdf"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Author Guidelines</span></strong></a></p><p><a href="/index.php/JoNSP/about/editorialPolicies#peerReviewProcess"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Peer Review Process</span></strong></a></p><p> </p>en-USJournal of Nursing Science & Practice2348-957XEffectiveness of State Level Workshop on Nursing Ethics and Legalities Knowledge among Nursing Officer’s at KIMS Hospital Bengaluru
https://medicaljournals.stmjournals.in/index.php/JoNSP/article/view/3403
<p><strong><em>Introduction: </em></strong><em>Over the past decade, nurses' roles have expanded, encompassing expertise, autonomy, and accountability from legal and ethical perspectives. Understanding healthcare legal aspects is crucial for high-quality practice, as nurse’s deal with human events like birth, death, and suffering.<strong> Objective</strong>: To evaluate the effectiveness of state level workshop on Nursing Ethics and Legalities knowledge among Nursing Officer’s at KIMS hospital Bengaluru.<strong> Method</strong>: The study utilized a quasi-experimental design with a single-group pre-test-post-test approach, employing non-probability purposive sampling to select 60 Nursing Officers. A structured knowledge questionnaire was employed as the assessment technique, and the research took place at KIMS hospital in Bengaluru. <strong>Results</strong>: The findings indicate that before the intervention, 70% of participants demonstrated insufficient knowledge, while 30% exhibited moderate knowledge; none had adequate knowledge. After the intervention, 80% of respondents displayed adequate knowledge, and 20% showed moderate knowledge in relation to legal aspects in nursing. The post-test mean knowledge score of 15.80±1.71 surpasses the pre-test mean knowledge score of 8.70±1.50, reflecting a significant difference of 7.10.<strong>Conclusion:</strong>The state level workshop increased the knowledge of Nursing Officer’s about the Nursing Ethics and Legalities. <strong></strong></em></p>Veena VV.T. Lakshmamma
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2024-02-282024-02-2814115Assess the Level of Perceived Social Support among Nursing Students
https://medicaljournals.stmjournals.in/index.php/JoNSP/article/view/3359
<p><em>Nurses play a vital role in the healthcare delivery system; quality care and patient satisfaction are quality indicators. Preparing healthcare professionals like nurses plays a critical role. The budding professionals must be prepared to cope with stress by handling the emotions of patients, patients’ families, and other health team members. During this process, Nursing students undergo mental health vulnerability, and social support plays a vital role in mental health. Keeping this in view, the researchers felt the need to Assess the Level of Perceived Social Support among Nursing Students, and the objectives of the study were to assess the Level of Perceived Social Support Among Nursing Students and associate the findings with selected demographic variables.</em><em>The research approach was quantitative, and the research design, a Non-experimental exploratory descriptive survey method, was adopted for this study. The data was collected from 200 samples that met the sampling criteria using the non-probability convenience sampling method from selected nursing colleges. Ethical considerations like informed written consent and confidentiality are maintained.The significant findings of this study reveal that 62% of the sample moderately perceived social support, 67% of the sample moderately perceived social support in family, 66.5% moderately perceived social support in friends, and 51%moderatelye perceived social support in others. Demographic variables, age, gender, education, or living arrangements, showed a statistically insignificant association.The study findings revealed that nursing students moderately perceived social support in family, friends, and others. </em></p>Karpagavalli NageswaranSundari Apte
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2024-01-042024-01-0414169A Descriptive Study to Identify the Factors Leading to Brain Drain Among Nurses Working in a Selected Private Hospital at Kunnumkulam, Thrissur District
https://medicaljournals.stmjournals.in/index.php/JoNSP/article/view/3316
<p><strong><em>Introduction</em></strong><em>: Brain drain, also known as human capital flight, refers to the emigration of skilled and talented individuals to foreign nations or regions. This situation arises when people who pursue education abroad opt not to return to their home country but instead choose to establish themselves there. Additionally, individuals who study in their local area may move to foreign countries in search of increased income and improved prospects. Kerala has a historical practice of its residents relocating to other countries and regions, as well as different parts of India, in search of employment opportunities. <strong>Objective</strong>: (1) To find out the factors leading to brain drain among nurses working in a selected private hospital of Kerala. (2) To find out the remedial measures from nurses view to prevent brain drain. <strong>Methodology</strong>: Descriptive study was conducted at a selected private hospital of Kunnumkulam in the month of April 2021. Purposive sampling technique was used. Sample size: 50. The data collected by structured questionnaire which contain demographic variable and factors leading to brain drain. <strong>Result</strong>: Maximum nurses (82%) want to migrate to other countries. Among samples 48% want to go to Australia, 20% to USA, 16% to U.K12% to Ireland and only 4% to Middle East. Low income, lack of career opportunities, poor working environment and unsatisfactory living condition were main push and pull factors leading to brain drain among nurses. <strong>Conclusion</strong>: Maximum (82%) nurses working in private hospitals would like to migrate to other countries. Among nurses 98% expressed that hike in salary and respect to nursing job can reduce the brain drain, where 94% nurses were adding a statement that permission to study and work situation in India can bring change. This will help to convert brain drain to brain gain.</em></p>Lt Col Dr Regina P.F.
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2023-12-022023-12-02141263210.37591/jonsp.v13i3.3316A Study to Find the Relationship Between Perception of Empowerment and Academic Satisfaction Among Nursing Students of a Selected Nursing College, Kottayam
https://medicaljournals.stmjournals.in/index.php/JoNSP/article/view/3315
<p><em>The aim of this study was to evaluate the perception of empowerment in nursing students, investigate the relationship between this perception and academic satisfaction, and explore the potential associations between demographic variables and empowerment perception among nursing students at a designated nursing college in Kottayam. A descriptive correlational research design was employed, and 140 nursing students from the specified college in Kottayam were selected through convenience sampling. Data was gathered using the Learner Empowerment Scale (LES) to gauge nursing students' perception of empowerment and the Nursing Student Satisfaction Scale (NSSS) to assess their satisfaction with academics. The collected data was analyzed using SPSS with a combination of descriptive and inferential statistical methods. The study findings showed that among 140 samples, more than half of the subjects (58.5%) had high perception of empowerment, 37.9% of them had moderate perception and 3.6% had mild perception of empowerment. The linear correlation coefficient value was 0.360 which is greater than zero indicating a moderate positive relationship. Hence the perception of empowerment among the undergraduate nursing students has a moderate positive correlation with the academic satisfaction. In conclusion, this study found a moderate correlation between the perception of empowerment in undergraduate nursing students and their academic experiences. This underscores the importance of harnessing all available resources to enhance teaching and learning methods and the overall educational environment. Such improvements can significantly empower nursing students, ultimately influencing their perceptions and satisfaction throughout their academic pursuits.</em></p>Liji R KurianAnjana AbrahamDiya Anna DepuNishamol Shaji
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2023-12-022023-12-02141192510.37591/jonsp.v13i3.3315Assess the Level of Knowledge in Clinical Toxicology Among the Delegates Attended the State Level Conference in Clinical Toxicology
https://medicaljournals.stmjournals.in/index.php/JoNSP/article/view/3314
<p><em>This abstract highlights the essential role of healthcare professionals, including doctors, nurses, and physician assistants, in continually learning and enhancing their skills in clinical toxicology. Clinical toxicology is a crucial field for managing patients who have been poisoned or are experiencing drug overdoses. In a hospital setting, the professionals, such as those working in the poison control center, play a vital role as first responders in cases of toxicological emergencies. Their proficiency in clinical toxicology is of paramount importance to provide prompt and effective care to patients. The primary objective of the conference discussed in the abstract is to enhance knowledge about toxins and their management among nursing personnel, who are integral members of the healthcare team and often serve as the primary caregivers to patients. This acknowledgment underscores the importance of nursing staff being well-versed in clinical toxicology. The conference saw the participation of 135 delegates. Before the sessions conducted by the resource persons, a pre-test was administered to assess the baseline knowledge of the delegates. The results indicated that half of the delegates (47%) had insufficient knowledge in the field of clinical toxicology at the outset. Following the conference, a post-test was conducted, revealing a significant improvement in knowledge. The majority of the delegates (98%) achieved a level of knowledge that was deemed adequate. This immediate post-conference assessment demonstrates the effectiveness of the educational program in enhancing the understanding of clinical toxicology among the attendees. Moreover, a second post-test, administered one month after the conference, also showed favorable results. The majority of the delegates (96%) retained an adequate level of knowledge. This demonstrates the durability of the knowledge gained from the conference, reinforcing the notion that ongoing education and training are essential for healthcare professionals to effectively manage clinical toxicology cases and ensure the well-being of their patients.</em></p>Narendra Nath JenaS. IndujaS. Sivappriyaa
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2023-12-022023-12-02141141810.37591/jonsp.v13i3.3314Effectiveness of Student Relationship Program on Well-Being & Peer Cohesion: A Quasi-Experimental Study
https://medicaljournals.stmjournals.in/index.php/JoNSP/article/view/3313
<p><strong><em>Introduction: </em></strong><em>Psychological well-being significantly impacts the mental health of nursing students and affects their choices to remain in the nursing field, especially when they face challenging situations, as these are highly connected to their psychological well-being. <strong>Aim: </strong>This study aimed to assess the effectiveness of student relationship program on psychological well-being and peer-cohesion among nursing students of the selected institutes of Punjab. <strong>Materials and Methods:</strong> A Quasi-experimental approach, a non-equivalent pre- test post- test control group designs was used. Power analysis was used to determine the sample size that resulted into selection of 96 subjects (48 subjects were randomly selected in each group). On the same day pre-test was conducted with Ryff’s Psychological Well-Being Scale and CAYCI Peer Relationship Scale. Student Relationship Program (SRP) was developed and implemented to the experimental group for 8days. Post test was conducted on 12<sup>th</sup> day after intervention. <strong>Results:</strong> A statistically significant distinction was evident in the post-test scores for well-being and peer cohesion between the experimental and control groups (p<0.05). <strong>Conclusion: </strong>It is concluded that student relationship program is a useful strategy to improve psychological well-being and peer cohesion.</em></p>Divya ThakurHarpreet Kaur
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2023-12-022023-12-0214161310.37591/jonsp.v13i3.3313