Darryl Aranha

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Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) Reduces Anxiety among Women Undergoing Surgery

Energy Psychology Journal, Nov 1, 2017

A Comparative Study on Knowledge and Attitude Regarding Teenage Pregnancy Among Pre Degree Students in Selected Colleges of Mangaluru

Indian journal of applied research, 2018

Descriptive comparative design was used to compare the knowledge and attitude regarding teenage p... more Descriptive comparative design was used to compare the knowledge and attitude regarding teenage pregnancy among 120 students studying in 1st and 2nd year P.U.C. The mean percentage of knowledge on teenage pregnancy was higher among girls (71%) than the boys (58.3%) and attitude on teenage pregnancy was higher among girls (81.97%) than the boys (78.54%). There was a weak positive correlation (r=+0.19) between knowledge and attitude on teenage pregnancy among the boys and moderate positive correlation (r=+0.37) between knowledge and attitude on teenage pregnancy among girls. The present study shows that boys and girls had a good knowledge and most unfavorable attitude towards teenage pregnancy.

A Co Relational Study between Polycystic Ovarian Symptoms among Adults in a Selected Setting at Mangaluru

Introduction: Poly Cystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common metabolic and reprodu... more Introduction: Poly Cystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common metabolic and reproductive disorders among women of reproductive age group. PCOS also referred to as hyper androgenic an ovulation. Clinical features of PCOS: Women with PCOS may therefore present with a variety of serious clinical squeal including psychological problems (reduced quality of life, poor self-esteem, depression, anxiety), reproductive manifestations (hirsutism, infertility and pregnancy complications), and metabolic implications (insulin resistance, metabolic syndrome, IGT, DM2 and potentially CVD) Method: Descriptive co relational design is used for the study. Using convenient sampling 86 women in the age group of 18-40 years were selected who were diagnosed to have poly cystic ovarian symptoms. The instruments used are: Baseline proforma, Gallway scale to check the Hirsutism, Acne grading scale, BMI categorization (according to Asian), pattern of menstrual cycle and a food diary to check the ...

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Knowledge of Needle Stick Injury among Housekeeping Staff

International Journal of Health Sciences and Research, 2016

Infection control is an area of concern in the hospital setting. Needle stick injuries present th... more Infection control is an area of concern in the hospital setting. Needle stick injuries present the single greatest occupational hazard to health care workers. Health care workers should be made aware of hazards and preventive measures against needle stick injuries. Objectives of the study 1. To assess the knowledge on needle stick injury among housekeeping staff. 2. To find the association between knowledge and selected baseline variables Methods: A descriptive design was adopted. 100 housekeeping staff were selected using purposive sampling. A structured interview schedule was used to assess their knowledge on needle stick injury. The data was analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Results: 1. 75% of the subjects had good knowledge but 12% of the subjects had poor knowledge regarding needle stick injury. 2. The maximum score was found in prevention of needle stick injury (81.50%). 3. A significant association was found between knowledge and sources of information (p...

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Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Married Women on the Use of Contraceptives

Reproductive health is projected to be the future of a country and its foundation is built on the... more Reproductive health is projected to be the future of a country and its foundation is built on the family planning practices of the society. Birth spacing by using suitable contraceptives is the key component to control the ever increasing population and preserves human resources so that man does not become a burden on the rest of mankind. Objectives of the study: 1. To assess the knowledge, attitude and practice of married women regarding the use of contraceptives. 2. To find the relationship between knowledge, attitude and practice 3. To find the association between knowledge, attitude and practice of contraceptives and selected baseline variables. Methodology: A descriptive survey was adopted. 200 married women were selected using purposive sampling. After obtaining a written informed consent, the women were administered a structured knowledge questionnaire, a attitude rating scale, and a practice rating scale. The data was tabulated and analysed using descriptive and inferential ...

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A Study on the Attitude of Gender Preference and Female Feticide among Women in Selected Settings at Mangaluru

Background: The social evils, female feticide and infanticide can be eradicated only when people ... more Background: The social evils, female feticide and infanticide can be eradicated only when people recognize the importance of women in their life. Preference for male baby reflects underlying socioeconomic and cultural patterns and prevailing inequity between genders in many societies in India. Aim: The aim of the study was to compare the attitude of unmarried and married women towards gender preference and female feticide Methods: A descriptive comparative research design was used to determine the attitude of 150 unmarried and 150 married women who were selected by purposive sampling technique. Data was collected using self made attitude rating scales and was analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Results: The finding in the study shows that majority of the unmarried women (86%) and married women (91.3%) have favourable attitude towards gender preference whereas majority of the unmarried women (82.7%) and married women (78%) have an unfavourable attitude towards fema...

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Knowledge Regarding Risk Factors of Cervical Cancer and Visual Inspection of Cervix with Acetic Acid Method (Via) Among Health Personnel in a Selected Hospital at Mangalore, with a View to Prepare an Information Booklet

Paripex Indian Journal of Research, May 1, 2015

Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) Reduces Anxiety among Women Undergoing Surgery

Energy Psychology Journal, Nov 1, 2017

A Comparative Study on Knowledge and Attitude Regarding Teenage Pregnancy Among Pre Degree Students in Selected Colleges of Mangaluru

Indian journal of applied research, 2018