
H.M.R.K.G. NandasenaUniversity of Peradeniya | UOP · Department of Nursing
H.M.R.K.G. Nandasena
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Nursing ; Master of Philosophy
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H.M.R.K.G. Nandasena currently works at the Department of Nursing, University of Peradeniya.
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Introduction and Objectives: Behavioural risk factors like smoking, alcohol consumption, unhealthy diet and physical inactivity are modifiable risk factors of cardiovascular diseases (CVDs). The objective of this study was to estimate the prevalence of behavioural risk factors for CVDs and identify their correlates.
Methods: A descriptive cross sec...
Introduction: Self-management is crucial in diabetes care and assessing its impact during the COVID-19 pandemic is vital. This systematic review examines the pandemic's influence on self-management practices among diabetic patients. Methods: We conducted searches in PubMed, Cochrane Library, and Science Direct from December 2019 to June 2021. Inclu...
Background: Smoking, alcohol consumption, unhealthy diet and physical inactivity are behavioural risk factors of cardiovascular diseases. These risk factors can be easily changed or modified. Objective: The objective of this study was to estimate the prevalence of behavioural risk factors of cardiovascular diseases and identify their correlates. Me...
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The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated the risk factors associated with suicidal behavior and thus, prioritizing its prevention is recommended.
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This study systematically reviewed the global evidence on the incidence of suicide/suicidal attempts and the trend in suicidal rates during the COVID-19 pandemic. Cross-sectional and coho...
Objective: The rapid spread of the COVID-19 pandemic has led the world’s public health systems to face a lot of challenges. One of the main effective ways to control the spread of this disease is to break the chain of infection by adhering to preventive practices. Therefore, the objective of this study was to assess the preventive health behaviour...
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Understanding the impact of COVID 19 on patients’ quality of life (QOL) following discharge or recovery is essential for planning necessary interventions in advance. As such, this systematic review aimed to provide an overview of the QOL, and the factors associated with it in COVID-19 patients following discharge or recovery.
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Covid pandemic is unique. Viremia-Corona virus is viewed as enigma. Affliction demands continuous alert and or intensive nursing and selective nutrition. Less known aspects presented, elaborated, explained, demystified along with co-morbidities; opportunistic infections\infestations and fatality causes & Paradigm shifts needed. Neo nursing modes; m...
Objectives: Absolute Iron Deficiency Anaemia (AIDA) occurs in absent or reduced iron stores in the body for erythropoiesis. In Functional Iron Deficiency Anaemia (FIDA), conventional biomarkers indicate adequate iron stores despite the low iron availability for erythropoiesis. Both types of iron deficiency anaemia (IDA) are common in hemodialysis (...
Introduction and objectives -Anaemia is almost universal in advanced Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) leading to poor quality of life, higher morbidity and mortality. Hence, multifaceted interdisciplinary care is required to prevent anaemia in Maintenance Haemodialysis (MHD). This study was conducted to identify the prevalence and risk factors of anaem...
Background: Hypertension is a major public health challenge in the world. It is an important predictor of cardiovascular disease, cerebrovascular accidents and death. Objectives: To describe the socio-demographic characteristics, clinical characteristics and status of blood pressure control among hypertensive patients attending a medical clinic of...
Positive mental health (PMH) is the presence of emotional, social, and psychological well-being which is essential for an individual to be mentally healthy in their life. The objective of this study was to determine the level of positive mental health and associated factors among nursing students in a public university in Sri Lanka. A descriptive c...
Health promoting life style is the main strategy to improve the health status of an individual. The objective of this study was to assess the health promoting lifestyle and its determinants among undergraduate students. A descriptive cross- sectional study was conducted among 380 students in Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Peradeni...
Background: Hypertension is a major public health challenge in the world. It is an important predictor of cardiovascular disease, cerebrovascular accidents and death.
Objectives: To describe the socio-demographic characteristics, clinical characteristics and status of blood pressure control among hypertensive patients attending a medical clinic of...
The attitudes of nurses toward caring for dying patients are important in palliative care. There are many
factors that can affect nursing students’ attitudes toward terminal care, including their religion, as well as knowledge,
clinical, and personal experiences related to care of dying patients. In this study, we aimed to identify the characterist...
Cervical cancer is a major public health problem throughout the world. It is the second leading cause of cancer deaths among women in Sri Lanka. Screening is one of the most cost effective strategies for the disease control. This study aimed to identify the Factors associated with the uptake of Cervical Cancer Screening among married women in age a...