Papers by Manjegowda Hosahalli Paramesh
International Journal of Health Sciences and Research, 2024
Background: Tribal groups, who frequently live in isolated and disadvantaged places, have unique ... more Background: Tribal groups, who frequently live in isolated and disadvantaged places, have unique patterns of health-seeking that are influenced by their traditional customs and cultural beliefs. One commonality is the dependence on traditional medicine and ceremonies as well as other indigenous healing practices. The community's interconnection is important since decisions are made collectively, which affects the choices people make while seeking health care. One important factor is access to healthcare services; impediments including remote location, inadequate infrastructure, and financial limitations might cause formal healthcare to be delayed or underutilized. Because tribal people are unfamiliar with mainstream healthcare institutions, they may be reluctant to seek medical attention. For this reason, healthcare personnel must be culturally competent. This study was conducted to assess the health seeking behaviour among Schedule tribes (Valmiki Nayaka) of Kappatagiri hills of Gadag District. Objectives: To explore the health-seeking behaviours among scheduled tribes of Kappatagiri Hill's. Methods: A field-based cross-sectional study was conducted in the Kappathagiri village, Kadakol, Hosalli, and Murundi
World Journal of Advance Healthcare Research, 2024
Background: Health-seeking behavior (HSB) is a critical aspect of public health that reflects how... more Background: Health-seeking behavior (HSB) is a critical aspect of public health that reflects how individuals respond to perceived health issues and the actions they take to seek care. In rural areas of India, including Gadag, Karnataka, understanding HSB is particularly vital due to the unique challenges faced by these communities, such as limited access to healthcare facilities, economic constraints, and cultural factors influencing health practices. Rural populations in India often experience significant disparities in healthcare access compared to their urban counterparts. Approximately 80% of healthcare resources are concentrated in urban areas, leaving rural communities underserved. This inequity compels many individuals to rely on informal healthcare providers, traditional medicine, or self-medication due to the perceived inadequacies of public healthcare facilities, which are often associated with long wait times, poor quality of care, and accessibility issues. The financial burden of illness is a significant concern for households in rural Karnataka. High out-of-pocket expenses for healthcare can lead to catastrophic health expenditures, pushing families into poverty. Many households may forego necessary medical treatment due to the cost, which can exacerbate health issues and lead to worse health outcomes. Research indicates that health-seeking behavior is not only a reflection of individual choices but is also deeply embedded in the community's socioeconomic context. Factors such as household income and the availability of insurance coverage play crucial roles in determining how and when individuals seek care. Objectives: To assess the healthseeking behaviour and the financial burden of illness among households in a rural community of Gadag. Materials and Methods: A Community-based Cross-sectional study was conducted in Hunashikatti village of Nargund, Gadag and Random sampling Technique was used to choose the study participants. A Semi structured questionnaire was used to obtain the data in the month of January 2024. Data were entered in Microsoft Excel and Results were expressed in frequency and percentages. Results: The study highlights a strong preference for allopathic medicine and government healthcare facilities among participants, likely due to affordability and accessibility. Despite a significant number of illnesses reported, most were mild and did not require hospitalization. Financially, few participants faced substantial costs, and while a majority had health insurance, utilization of schemes like Ayushman Bharat and ESI was nonexistent, suggesting potential barriers in awareness or access. Conclusion: The survey reveals that while there is a preference for allopathic treatment and government healthcare facilities among rural households in Gadag, traditional practices and home remedies still play a significant role in health-seeking behavior. Most illnesses reported were minor and did not lead to significant financial burdens, as hospitalization and high medical expenses were infrequent.
International Journal of Recent Scientific Research, 2024
According to the World Health Organization, the efficacy of infection prevention and control prot... more According to the World Health Organization, the efficacy of infection prevention and control protocols, as well as the provision of superior quality healthcare, is contingent upon health facilities adhering to appropriate sanitation standards and reducing the risk of pathogen exposure for both patients and healthcare workers. Infections that may lead to adverse pregnancy outcomes, sepsis, or even mortality among pregnant women and their neonates necessitate particular vigilance to avert. Throughout each phase of the sanitation service continuum-ranging from the provision of safe toilets and proper containment to the transportation, treatment, and ultimate disposal or intended use of waste-a comprehensive sanitation system is designed and executed to ensure the segregation of human excreta from human interaction. When sanitation safety is strategically planned, it facilitates the implementation of a holistic approach to address faecal management issues, encompassing everything from toilets to secure disposal or utilization. Healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) impact hundreds of millions of individuals globally on an annual basis. Despite being recognized as the most prevalent adverse occurrence in healthcare settings, the comprehensive global ramifications of HAIs remain ambiguous due to the difficulties inherent in acquiring reliable data. A principal objective of the WHO's Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) team is to understand and assess the worldwide prevalence and impact of HAIs. This study endeavours to evaluate the degree of implementation of Sanitation and Hygiene practices within sub-district hospitals in the Gadag district and to ascertain opportunities for enhancement. Objectives: To assess the level of implementation of sanitation and hygiene guidelines in sub-district hospitals in Gadag District. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted in sub-district hospitals in Gadag district, and an universal sampling technique was used to choose the health centers. A kayakalp checklist 2021 was used to obtain the data from December 2023 to January 2024. Data were entered into Microsoft Excel, and results were expressed in frequency and percentages. Results: Total 4 sub-district hospitals were visited; the total score was 100 in that Mundaragi Sub-district hospital has 65/100 (65%), Shirahatti Sub-district hospital 67/100 (67%), Rona 70/100 (70%), and Naragund 63/100 (63%). Conclusion: The findings from the different sub-district hospitals show differences in how sanitation and hygiene regulations are applied. While some hospitals adhere to cleaning guidelines in important areas with great diligence, others need major improvements, especially when it comes to the cleanliness of auxiliary areas, restrooms, and the oversight of cleaning activities.
International Journal of Psychiatry Res, 2024
Abstract
Background: The fear of being separated from your smart phone is known as smart phone se... more Abstract
Background: The fear of being separated from your smart phone is known as smart phone separation
anxiety. The inability to charge or answer a phone right away, or to have it close at hand, increases
anxiety levels. By offering educational programs on smart phone separation anxiety at high schools and
hospitals, nurses play a significant role in the prevention of this condition.
This study aims to assess how well 10th grade students at Kamala Central English High School in
Bangalore understand and feel about smart phone separation anxiety as a result of a planned education
program.
Objectives
1. To assess the existing level of knowledge and attitude on smart phone separation anxiety among
high school students.
2. 3. 4. To Prepare Structured teaching programme
To implement Structured Teaching Programme
To evaluate the effectiveness of structured teaching program on the level of knowledge and
attitude regarding on smartphone separation anxiety among high school students by comparing
pre-test and post-test scores.
5. To find out the association between pre-test knowledge and attitude Scores regarding on smart
phone separation anxiety among high school students scores with their selected Socio
Demographic variables.
Methods: The study was conducted in the Kamala Central School, Bangalore The populations were
10th standards students. A non-probability purposive sampling technique was used. Sample size was 60.
pre-planned questionnaire was used to collect the data from November 2023 to December 2023. which
was followed by the installation of STP and an 8-day post-test.
Results: There is a significant association between pre-test knowledge level and the socio demographic
variables such as sex religion fathers’ education status fathers occupation mothers occupation, source of
information regarding smart phone separation anxiety regarding knowledge and attitude of smart phone
separation anxiety, as the chi-square value is higher than the table value at 0.05 level of significance.
Therefore, it rejects the null hypothesis H02 and accepts the alternative hypothesis. The overall findings
of the study clearly showed that the STP was significantly effective in improving the knowledge and
attitude scores of 10th standard students regarding smart phone separation anxiety.
Keywords: 10th standard students, structured teaching program, smart phone separation anxiety
Background Children represent the future and ensuring their healthy growth and development ought ... more Background Children represent the future and ensuring their healthy growth and development ought to be a prime concern of all societies. Some children have extremely difficult and challenging behaviors that are outside the norm for their age. The behavior of some children and adolescent are hard to change. Children do not always display their reactions to events immediately although they may emerge later. Children who suffer from behavior disorders are at a higher risk for school failure, suicide, and mental health problems. As teachers have a major influence on the success or failure of students. Therefore, it is important to sensitize the teachers about Conduct Disorder and make them understand and utilize their crucial role in early identification of problems and early referral.
Background Facebook addiction is characterized by an excessive and compulsive usage of Facebook t... more Background Facebook addiction is characterized by an excessive and compulsive usage of Facebook that seriously interferes with everyday life and obligations. Individuals with this addiction often experience a preoccupation with Facebook, withdrawal symptoms when not using it, the effects of Facebook addiction involve physical effects, such as burning eyes, disturbed sleep, headache, and musculoskeletal problems, while psychological effects are perceived stress, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and loneliness. Short-term effects include increased distraction and reduced productivity, while long-term effects are obesity due to a sedentary lifestyle, as well as persistent anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem and an inability to control their usage despite negative consequences. Objectives of the study 1. To assess the existing level of knowledge on prevention and management of Facebook Addiction among 2nd year Nursing students. 2. To Prepare a Structured Teaching programme 3. To implement a Structured Teaching Programme 4. To evaluate the effectiveness of a structured teaching program on the level of knowledge regarding prevention and management of Facebook Addiction among 2nd year BSc nursing students by comparing pre-test and post-test scores. 5. To find out the association between pre-test knowledge scores regarding the prevention and management of Facebook addiction with their selected Socio-Demographic variables. Methods The study was conducted in the Kamala Krishna Royal College of Nursing, OTC Road Cotton Pete Bangalore. The populations were 2nd year BSc nursing students. Non probability convenient sampling technique was used. Sample size was 40. Structured questionnaire was used to collect the data. Based on the statement of the study and the objectives, to assess the knowledge regarding facebook addiction and its negative impact among 2nd year BSc nursing students a descriptive research design was adopted for the present study. Data was analyzed by using descriptive and inferential statistics. Results The χ 2 value computed between the pre-test levels of knowledge with selected socio-demographic variables. Variables of religion (χ 2 =6.589) Type of Residence (χ 2 =3.750), were found to be non-significant at 0.05 level. Variables of age (χ 2 =1.051), gender (χ 2 =0.176), religion (χ 2 =1.689), types of family (χ 2 =0.102), Monthly Income of the family (Rs) (χ 2 =3.873), Experience as Teacher (χ 2 =1.963) was found non-significant at 0.05 level. The findings of this study support the need for conducting an awareness programme on Facebook addiction and its negative impact among 2nd year nursing students. The study proved that majority of the 2nd year BSc nursing students had inadequate knowledge. Conclusion The focus of the study to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge regarding Facebook addiction and its negative impact among 2nd-year BSc nursing students in nursing college, Bangalore" a descriptive research design was used in the study.
ABSTRACT
Background: Infection control is one of the main tenets of the "Kayakalp" movement. Well... more ABSTRACT
Background: Infection control is one of the main tenets of the "Kayakalp" movement. Well-kept and
sanitary surroundings improve the hospital's image in the eyes of both patients and visitors. They also
help the healthcare facility (HCF) create an atmosphere that reduces the number of hospital-acquired
infections (HAI).
Patients within hospitals and other healthcare establishments are vulnerable to healthcare-associated
infections, commonly referred to as "nosocomial" or "hospital" infections, which are neither present nor
in an incubating stage at the moment of admission. This category also encompasses occupational
ailments among healthcare personnel and diseases contracted by patients during their hospitalization,
which manifest after their discharge.
Globally, nosocomial (hospital-acquired) infections constitute a significant and escalating concern. In
the absence of adequate preventive strategies, individuals receiving medical treatment in any healthcare
establishment face the risk of acquiring an infection. Healthcare-associated infections not only result in
additional suffering but also impose substantial financial burdens on patients and their families, akin to
numerous other issues related to patient safety. Antibiotic resistance is a result of infections, which also
lengthen hospital stays, cause chronic disability, greatly increase the financial burden on healthcare
systems, raise costs for patients and their families, and result in avoidable deaths. The research project's
results are intended to clarify the current state of infection control practices in the Gadag district's sub-
district hospitals and identify possible areas for improvement.
Objectives: To assess the level of implementation of hygiene promotion guidelines in sub-district
hospitals in Gadag District.
Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted in sub-district hospitals in Gadag district, and a
universal sampling technique was used to choose the health centers. A kayakalp checklist 2021 was used
to obtain the data from December 2023 to January 2024. Data were entered into Microsoft Excel, and
results were expressed in frequency and percentages.
Results: Total 4 sub-district hospitals were visited; the total score was 100 in that Mundaragi Sub-
district hospital has 62/100 (62%), Shirahatti Sub-district hospital has 50/100 (50%), Rona 84/100 (84%) and Naragund 65/100 (65%).
Conclusion: Average outcomes were found in the subdistrict hospital's in the assessment. To provide the
public with quality treatment, the facilities infection control division urgently needs to raise the bar.
Background: Tribal groups, who frequently live in isolated and disadvantaged places, have unique ... more Background: Tribal groups, who frequently live in isolated and disadvantaged places, have unique patterns of health-seeking that are influenced by their traditional customs and cultural beliefs. One commonality is the dependence on traditional medicine and ceremonies as well as other indigenous healing practices. The community's interconnection is important since decisions are made collectively, which affects the choices people make while seeking health care. One important factor is access to healthcare services; impediments including remote location, inadequate infrastructure, and financial limitations might cause formal healthcare to be delayed or underutilized. Because tribal people are unfamiliar with mainstream healthcare institutions, they may be reluctant to seek medical attention. For this reason, healthcare personnel must be culturally competent. This study was conducted to assess the health seeking behaviour among Schedule tribes (Valmiki Nayaka) of Kappatagiri hills of Gadag District. Objectives: To explore the health-seeking behaviours among scheduled tribes of Kappatagiri Hill's. Methods: A field-based cross-sectional study was conducted in the Kappathagiri village, Kadakol, Hosalli, and Murundi
International Journal of Science and Healthcare Research, 2024
ABSTRACT
Objectives: To Assess the Knowledge and
Practices about traditional medicine usage
Backg... more ABSTRACT
Objectives: To Assess the Knowledge and
Practices about traditional medicine usage
Background: Traditional medicine denotes
among Rural Tribal’s in Gadag.
the indigenous medical systems and practices
Methods: A field-based cross-sectional study
that have evolved over extensive periods
was conducted in the Hirehandigola and
within particular cultural and communal
Chikkahandigola, Chikkoppa, and Hirekoppa
contexts. The understanding and perspectives
villages of Gadag Taluk. A purposive sampling
regarding traditional medicine are shaped by a
technique was adopted to choose the study
confluence of historical, cultural, and social
participants. A semi-structured, closed-ended
dimensions that inform the utilization and
questionnaire was used to obtain the data from
practices of traditional medicine. Historically,
June to July 2023. Data were entered into
traditional medicine has been instrumental in
Microsoft Excel, and results were expressed in
addressing the healthcare requirements of
frequency and percentages.
populations globally. Its foundations are
Results: Totally, 116 households were visited,
profoundly embedded in cultural convictions,
and participants were interviewed. Out of that,
practices, and the collective wisdom pertaining
almost all (98.73%) of them had good
to the application of medicinal flora, fauna, and
knowledge, and the majority (70.7%) used
diverse therapeutic modalities. Traditional
Ayurveda medicines. 11.2% used home
medicine frequently employs holistic
remedies to seek treatment. 15.5% of
methodologies, encompassing the physical,
respondents are influenced by their ancestors
psychological, and spiritual dimensions of
to use TM, and 43.1% report that TM has no
health and wellness. This research endeavor
side effects.
was undertaken to evaluate the understanding
Conclusion: The majority of the respondents
and application of traditional medicine among
have good knowledge about traditional
the Scheduled tribes (Valmiki Nayaka and
medicine usage. All will prepare traditional
Talawar) residing in the Gadag taluk.
medicine for their health and well-being.
International Journal of Medical and Health Research, 2024
Background: Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene holds great importance within healthcare environm... more Background: Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene holds great importance within healthcare environments. The Swachh Bharat Abhiyaan represents a nationwide initiative launched by the Indian government with the aim of fostering cleanliness in communal areas. The 'KAYAKALP' scheme serves as an effort to advance cleanliness standards and bolster the caliber of public healthcare facilities. Furthermore, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare of the Government of India has initiated a National Program aimed at recognizing public health facilities that demonstrate high standards of hygienic practices, infection control, and overall cleanliness. This research aims to assess the extent of implementation of the Kayakalp initiative in Community Health Centers and Sub-District Hospitals within the Gadag District. Objectives: To assess the level of implementation of Kayakalp guidelines at Community Health Centres and Sub district hospitals of Gadag District. Methods: A hospital based cross-sectional study was conducted in Sub district hospitals in Gadag district and universal sampling technique was used to choose the health centres. A kayakalp checklist 2021 was used to obtain the data from December 2023 to January 2024. Data were entered into Microsoft excel and Results were expressed in frequency and percentages. Results: In the current study Ron Sub district hospital scores 523/700 (74.71%), Shirahatti Sub district hospital scores 380/700 (54.28%), Nargund Sub district hospital scores 410/700(58.57%), Mundargi Sub district hospital scores 404/700 (57.71%), Lakshmeshwar Community Health Centre scores 367/700 (52.42%), Gajendragad Community Health Centre Scores 371/700 (53%). Conclusion: The present study was an attempt to assess the level of implementation of Kayakalp guidelines in Sub district hospitals and Community health centres in Gadag district. The findings from this study reveals that 3 sub district hospitals have poor implementation of the Kayakalp guidelines in their centre and 1 sub district hospital has better performance.
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Papers by Manjegowda Hosahalli Paramesh
Background: The fear of being separated from your smart phone is known as smart phone separation
anxiety. The inability to charge or answer a phone right away, or to have it close at hand, increases
anxiety levels. By offering educational programs on smart phone separation anxiety at high schools and
hospitals, nurses play a significant role in the prevention of this condition.
This study aims to assess how well 10th grade students at Kamala Central English High School in
Bangalore understand and feel about smart phone separation anxiety as a result of a planned education
program.
Objectives
1. To assess the existing level of knowledge and attitude on smart phone separation anxiety among
high school students.
2. 3. 4. To Prepare Structured teaching programme
To implement Structured Teaching Programme
To evaluate the effectiveness of structured teaching program on the level of knowledge and
attitude regarding on smartphone separation anxiety among high school students by comparing
pre-test and post-test scores.
5. To find out the association between pre-test knowledge and attitude Scores regarding on smart
phone separation anxiety among high school students scores with their selected Socio
Demographic variables.
Methods: The study was conducted in the Kamala Central School, Bangalore The populations were
10th standards students. A non-probability purposive sampling technique was used. Sample size was 60.
pre-planned questionnaire was used to collect the data from November 2023 to December 2023. which
was followed by the installation of STP and an 8-day post-test.
Results: There is a significant association between pre-test knowledge level and the socio demographic
variables such as sex religion fathers’ education status fathers occupation mothers occupation, source of
information regarding smart phone separation anxiety regarding knowledge and attitude of smart phone
separation anxiety, as the chi-square value is higher than the table value at 0.05 level of significance.
Therefore, it rejects the null hypothesis H02 and accepts the alternative hypothesis. The overall findings
of the study clearly showed that the STP was significantly effective in improving the knowledge and
attitude scores of 10th standard students regarding smart phone separation anxiety.
Keywords: 10th standard students, structured teaching program, smart phone separation anxiety
Background: Infection control is one of the main tenets of the "Kayakalp" movement. Well-kept and
sanitary surroundings improve the hospital's image in the eyes of both patients and visitors. They also
help the healthcare facility (HCF) create an atmosphere that reduces the number of hospital-acquired
infections (HAI).
Patients within hospitals and other healthcare establishments are vulnerable to healthcare-associated
infections, commonly referred to as "nosocomial" or "hospital" infections, which are neither present nor
in an incubating stage at the moment of admission. This category also encompasses occupational
ailments among healthcare personnel and diseases contracted by patients during their hospitalization,
which manifest after their discharge.
Globally, nosocomial (hospital-acquired) infections constitute a significant and escalating concern. In
the absence of adequate preventive strategies, individuals receiving medical treatment in any healthcare
establishment face the risk of acquiring an infection. Healthcare-associated infections not only result in
additional suffering but also impose substantial financial burdens on patients and their families, akin to
numerous other issues related to patient safety. Antibiotic resistance is a result of infections, which also
lengthen hospital stays, cause chronic disability, greatly increase the financial burden on healthcare
systems, raise costs for patients and their families, and result in avoidable deaths. The research project's
results are intended to clarify the current state of infection control practices in the Gadag district's sub-
district hospitals and identify possible areas for improvement.
Objectives: To assess the level of implementation of hygiene promotion guidelines in sub-district
hospitals in Gadag District.
Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted in sub-district hospitals in Gadag district, and a
universal sampling technique was used to choose the health centers. A kayakalp checklist 2021 was used
to obtain the data from December 2023 to January 2024. Data were entered into Microsoft Excel, and
results were expressed in frequency and percentages.
Results: Total 4 sub-district hospitals were visited; the total score was 100 in that Mundaragi Sub-
district hospital has 62/100 (62%), Shirahatti Sub-district hospital has 50/100 (50%), Rona 84/100 (84%) and Naragund 65/100 (65%).
Conclusion: Average outcomes were found in the subdistrict hospital's in the assessment. To provide the
public with quality treatment, the facilities infection control division urgently needs to raise the bar.
Objectives: To Assess the Knowledge and
Practices about traditional medicine usage
Background: Traditional medicine denotes
among Rural Tribal’s in Gadag.
the indigenous medical systems and practices
Methods: A field-based cross-sectional study
that have evolved over extensive periods
was conducted in the Hirehandigola and
within particular cultural and communal
Chikkahandigola, Chikkoppa, and Hirekoppa
contexts. The understanding and perspectives
villages of Gadag Taluk. A purposive sampling
regarding traditional medicine are shaped by a
technique was adopted to choose the study
confluence of historical, cultural, and social
participants. A semi-structured, closed-ended
dimensions that inform the utilization and
questionnaire was used to obtain the data from
practices of traditional medicine. Historically,
June to July 2023. Data were entered into
traditional medicine has been instrumental in
Microsoft Excel, and results were expressed in
addressing the healthcare requirements of
frequency and percentages.
populations globally. Its foundations are
Results: Totally, 116 households were visited,
profoundly embedded in cultural convictions,
and participants were interviewed. Out of that,
practices, and the collective wisdom pertaining
almost all (98.73%) of them had good
to the application of medicinal flora, fauna, and
knowledge, and the majority (70.7%) used
diverse therapeutic modalities. Traditional
Ayurveda medicines. 11.2% used home
medicine frequently employs holistic
remedies to seek treatment. 15.5% of
methodologies, encompassing the physical,
respondents are influenced by their ancestors
psychological, and spiritual dimensions of
to use TM, and 43.1% report that TM has no
health and wellness. This research endeavor
side effects.
was undertaken to evaluate the understanding
Conclusion: The majority of the respondents
and application of traditional medicine among
have good knowledge about traditional
the Scheduled tribes (Valmiki Nayaka and
medicine usage. All will prepare traditional
Talawar) residing in the Gadag taluk.
medicine for their health and well-being.