Linu George

Manipal Academy of Higher Education | MAHE · Manipal College of Nursing (MCON)

This cross-sectional study aimed to determine the level of nurses’ emotional labor and intrinsic motivation (IM) and to assess its relationship with patients’ perceptions of nursing care. Methodology: Data were provided by 71 staff nurses and corresponding 71 patients from a tertiary care hospital. The Emotional Labor (EL) Scale by Brotheridge and...

Background: Heart failure (HF) is a chronic and progressive condition that significantly impacts patients' lives, necessitating a comprehensive understanding of the factors influencing their health outcomes. Among these factors, symptom perception, health-related quality of life (HRQoL), and predicted survival are paramount. This study aimed to ass...

Background Head and neck cancer patients receiving chemotherapy and radiation therapy may experience a notable and frequently sudden decline in their oral health. These alterations include oral mucositis that develops during and shortly after treatment, candida infections, trouble speaking, difficulty eating, bleeding gums, and tissue fibrosis. Ma...

Objective To assess the clinical competency of nursing interns and the perception of clinical nurse mentors toward student nurses’ clinical competency. Methods A study was carried out among 104 nursing interns and 26 clinical nurse mentors using the purposive sampling technique. A self-reported perception scale was used to collect the data. Resul...

A global health human resource crisis has intensified the need for innovative education programs to maximize the supply of nurses worldwide. In response to the current and anticipated shortage of nurses globally, a novel collaborative undergraduate nursing program was developed at the University of New Brunswick in Fredericton, NB, and Manipal Acad...

Background: Staff nurses face frequent emotional situations in their work environment. The constant contact with suffering patients, and the busy work environment, pose tremendous stress on nurses' physical and emotional health. The Emotional Intelligence skills of empathy, self-awareness, motivation, self-control, and keeping relationships, can he...

The stressful environment of any healthcare setting can be detrimental to nurses' mental and emotional health. In recent years, emotional intelligence (EI) has emerged as a vital psychological resource that positively impacts mental and emotional health and improves organizational functioning and success. This scoping review aimed to collate, synth...

Coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic impacted across the globe disrupting all sectors including the higher education universities. Nursing institutions faced various challenges due to the pandemic restrictions, of which the abrupt shift of implementing the curriculum to online mode posed a major challenge to both the teachers and the students. To asse...

Aim: This study aims to build the capacity of the people at grass root level as gatekeepers of mental health. It will assess the effectiveness of the Gatekeeper Training Program (GTP) on gatekeeper behaviour, awareness, attitude, and mental help seeking intention. Design: An evaluative research approach in two phases. Phase 1: Cross-sectional house...

Background: Antenatal depression (AND) is a common mood disorder that affects both the mother and the child. Objective: The current study is aimed at identifying the prevalence of antenatal depression and the risk factors associated with it in South Indian pregnant women. Materials and methods: The current study was carried out in a tertiary c...

Coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic impacted across the globe disrupting all sectors including the higher education universities. Nursing institutions faced various challenges due to the pandemic restrictions, of which the abrupt shift of implementing the curriculum to online mode posed a major challenge to both the teachers and the students. To asse...

Background: Staff nurses face frequent emotional situations in their work environment. The constant contact with suffering patients, and the busy work environment, pose tremendous stress on nurses' physical and emotional health. The Emotional Intelligence skills of empathy, self-awareness, motivation, self-control, and keeping relationships, can he...

BACKGROUND: Few women in history were respected by society because of their contributions to the field of science, arts, politics, and so on, but in general, women are deprived of their rights and being refrained from decision-making in major areas of individual and family life. This research tried to investigate the degree of empowerment and quali...

Background: Staff nurses face frequent emotional situations in their work environment. The constant contact with suffering patients, and the busy work environment, pose tremendous stress on nurses' physical and emotional health. The Emotional Intelligence skills of empathy, self-awareness, motivation, self-control, and keeping relationships, can he...

Primary dysmenorrhea is one of the most prevalent gynecologic condition affecting women, especially adolescent girls. Among adolescents, associated symptoms of dysmenorrhea impact the general health status, negatively influence the quality of life, resulting in school absenteeism and decreased academic performance. This study protocol was developed...

Coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic impacted across the globe disrupting all sectors including the higher education universities. Nursing institutions faced various challenges due to the pandemic restrictions, of which the abrupt shift of implementing the curriculum to online mode posed a major challenge to both the teachers and the students. To asse...

Aim: This study aims to build the capacity of the people at grass root level as gatekeepers of mental health. It will assess the effectiveness of the Gatekeeper Training Program (GTP) on gatekeeper behaviour, awareness, attitude, and mental help seeking intention. Design: An evaluative research approach in two phases. Phase 1: Cross-sectional house...

Aim: To evaluate the effectiveness of a self-care education programme on clinical outcomes, self-care behaviour and knowledge on heart failure (HF) among peoples with HF. Design: Randomized controlled trial. Methods: The participants (N = 160) will be randomly assigned (1:1) to the intervention and the control arms using block randomization. T...

Objective: The main objective of this study was to explore the experiences of mothers parenting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) with a view to formulate a conceptual model of parenting experiences based on the constructs identified. Design &Methods: The study used grounded theory methodology in order to derive a conceptual model for pa...

Background Anxiety, pain, and fatigue are common postoperative problems that disturb the recovery and quality of life in patients undergoing coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery. These postoperative problems are associated with prolonged recovery and decreased quality of life. This study was aimed at evaluating the combined effects of foot m...

Objective: The purpose of this study is to describe a randomized control trial protocol that assesses the effectiveness of an oral care protocol on chemotherapy- and radiation therapy-induced oral complications in cancer patients. Methods: This study is a randomized, outcome assessor blinded study. For Phase I training phase, one group pretest-p...

Background: Postnatal depression is an important complication of child-bearing and can have long-term adverse consequences for both mother and child. Objective: To estimate the prevalence and identify the associated factors of postnatal depression in South Asian region. Method: Observational cohorts and surveys were searched in Medline, Cinhal, Pro...

ABSTRACT Aim of the Study: The current research was conducted with the aim of determining the quality of life of head and neck cancer (HNC) patients using mixed method approach. Methods: A mixed method triangulation design (QUAN + QUAL) was adopted in the study. Quantitative data were collected among 54 and qualitative data were collected till data...

Introduction or Background: The menstrual blood is being discharged by the female every month considering it is useless. But researchers found out that it contains plenty of self-renewing stem cells. Stem cells are master cells that have the capability of turning into any sort of cell in the body. They are very proliferative and have the unique cap...

Abstract Aim: The study aimed to evaluate the relationship between speech intelligibility and mental health and self-esteem of adolescents with hearing impairment. Materials and methods: The study sample comprised of 105 adolescents with hearing impairment, studying in selected special schools of Karnataka. The study employed a convenient sampling...

Purpose: To assess the level of anger, identify the factors influencing anger, coping and to determine the relationship between anger and coping among the adolescents. The findings would help the teachers and parents to recognize what makes them angry and to allow new direction for developing modalities to manage anger. Design: Correlational survey...

Introduction: Cancers affecting the parts of head and neck hugely impact the patients. Among Head and Neck Cancer (HNC) patients, the visible signs and symptoms of the disease or the side effects of treatment modalities can cause various degrees of functional impairment such as mastication, swallowing and communication or disfigurement. Aim: To stu...

Introduction: The time of examination is a stressful period where stress is on its highest levels. To some extent, low level of stress can help in motivating the students, however on the contrary more stress can be discouraging. It will make students exhausted, overwhelmed and confused. Aim: To assess examination anxiety and explore the factors inf...

Aim The aim of this study is to assess stress and coping among caregivers of cancer patients on palliative care and to acquire a deeper understanding of their lived experiences. Materials and Methods A mixed method study was conducted among caregivers of cancer patients on palliative care using mixed method approach and triangulation design. Data...

Introduction Hemophilia and other bleeding disorders are underreported and cause significant morbidity and mortality in resource‐constrained countries. Training and the creation of awareness among accredited social heath activists (ASHAs) will aid in the early detection of bleeding disorders at the community level. Objective To develop awareness a...

Currently, the nursing profession lacks specialized training, to be a part of preventive cardiovascular healthcare team. The article aims to describe the obstacles Indian nurses face in becoming active and valued members of the cardiovascular healthcare team and to propose solutions. Cardiovascular disease (CVD) imposes substantial and increasing p...

Currently, the nursing profession lacks specialized training, to be a part of preventive cardiovascular healthcare team. The article aims to describe the obstacles Indian nurses face in becoming active and valued members of the cardiovascular healthcare team and to propose solutions. Cardiovascular disease (CVD) imposes substantial and increasing p...

Introduction: Nursing education expects the students to be competent enough to render quality care for their patients in hospital as well as community setting. To reach the level of expected competency, the students must undergo vigorous training during their undergraduate education. The learning experience of the students is influenced by many fac...

Cardiovascular diseases are increasing rapidly and have become a major health problem worldwide. The incidence and prevalence of cardiovascular disease are increasing rapidly, predominantly in the developing countries. Patients with cardiovascular disease who do not respond to routine medical treatment will have to follow cardiac surgical procedure...

Background Coronary artery bypass graft surgery is an important treatment for the patients with coronary artery disease to reduce angina and enhance the quality of life. Anxiety is a usual reaction to a stressful situation and is existing in patients awaiting surgery. Objective The objective of the study was to assess pre-operative anxiety in patie...

Purpose The objective of this review was to assess the effect of preoperative education on postoperative outcomes among patients undergoing cardiac surgery. Design Systematic review and meta-analysis. Methods A comprehensive literature search was made on PubMed, CINAHL, Ovid, ProQuest, ScienceDirect, Scopus, Web of Science, and the Cochrane da...

Introduction: Early initiation of breast feeding has long been recognized as one of the most important contributor to mothers' as well as infants' health. Breast feeding should be initiated within half an hour and two hour of birth in normal vaginal delivery and caesarean section respectively. A recent systematic review regarding the timing of brea...

Aim: The aim of the study was to assess the self-image of the patients with head and neck cancers (HNCs) by using a mixed method research. Subjects and Methods: A mixed method approach and triangulation design was used with the aim of assessing the self-image of the patients with HNCs. Data was gathered by using self-administered self-image scale a...

Abstract Objectives: The objectives of the study were to explore and describe the lived experiences of CVA patients and to find the functional independence in activities of daily living of CVA patients. Methods: Data collection tools include demographic and clinical proforma, Standardized Barthel Index and a semi- structured interview with a lead q...

The incidence and prevalence of cardiovascular disease (CVD) are increasing rapidly in developing countries. Most patients with CVD do not respond to medical treatment and have to undergo cardiac surgery. This highly stressful experience results in increased levels of anxiety for patients. The objective of this review was to evaluate the efficacy o...

Background: Suicide is the second leading cause of death among Indian adolescents. The school personnel play an important role in the prevention of adolescent suicides. Aims and objectives: The study aimed at assessing the knowledge on prevention of adolescent suicide as measured by a knowledge questionnaire and determine the effectiveness of an in...

Background: Cardiovascular diseases (CVD) are increasing rapidly and have become a major health problem worldwide. India, a developing country, is facing the same issue now and has the epidemic of coronary artery disease (CAD). Stress and poor lifestyle habits are identified as well-known risk factors contributing to the development of CVD in many...

Introduction The incidence of Coronary artery Disease (CAD) has doubled in India over the last 3 decades, whereas CAD rates have dropped by 50% during the same period in most developed countries. Number of percutaneous coronary interventions and coronary artery bypass surgery are increasing steadily every year in India due to higher prevalence of C...

Background: Changes in facial disfigurement and basic functional capabilities are very common among head and neck cancer (HNC) patients which have enormous affect on self concept of the patient. Method: A systematic search of the qualitative study literature was done in November to December 2014, using the key words and MeSH words conducted in thre...

Many women desire mobility during labour, which helps to enhance their physiological and psychological wellbeing. The purpose of the study was to determine the effectiveness of ambulation during first stage of labour, on the outcome of labour. Quasi experimental, post test only control group design was used in 60 samples. Statistical analysis of da...

Introduction: Cancer is one of the major health problems that occur in people of all races and cultures. There is a dearth of literature on implementing non-pharmacological measures to improve quality of sleep among cancer patients. Objectives: This study assessed quality of sleep among cancer patients and the effectiveness of Yoganidra interventio...

Background: Preparing nurses, the largest employee group in most health care organizations, enabling them to take greater responsibility for their career goals is critical. There are many factors that can influence a graduating nurse's perception of their career. Objectives: This study explores the career preferences of undergraduate nursing studen...

Introduction: Fishing in Indian villages is considered one of the major occupations for the villagers. The work related health problems encountered by fishermen are vast. Long hours, extreme weather and working with heavy machinery contribute to a high mortality rate in fishermen. Despite a long standing acknowledgement of the dangers and mortality...

Dementia is one of the major disorders existing in our population. The nurse is responsible to plan the activities which will help to improve the behavior of clients and thereby reduce the complications. Nurses working with dementia clients should perform an analysis of client's ability to perform activities of daily living (ADL

Introduction: Enhancement of treatment adherence in bipolar disorder is a necessary and promising management component as an adjunct to pharmacotherapy. The main purpose of the study was to find the effect of psycho-educative intervention on adherence to treatment among persons with BPAD. Method: A randomized controlled trial was conducted with a s...

Patients with haemophilia are evaluated on a regular basis at their haemophilia centres. The information on knowledge on self-care, physical health, social support and self-esteem is minimal among patient and/or parent/ caregiver about haemophilia. Aim:To assess the knowledge of disease and its management, physical health, social support and self-e...