Assessment of the Time Management and Stress among Nursing Staff in Selected Wards of Tertiary Care Hospital, Chandigarh (2017- 2018): A Descriptive Study

Nursing by its nature is an occupation which is prone to high degree of stress level and busy schedule. This study was done to assess the time management and stress among nursing staff and to assess the correlation between time management and stress among nurses. This was a descriptive study conducted in the selected wards of tertiary care hospital (Psychiatry Ward, Advance Trauma Centre, Advance Eye Centre, Maternity Ward, Communicable Disease Ward, Advance Pediatrics Centre). Data was collected by using socio-demographic profile, Nurses Time management Inventory for Personal life, Nurses Time Management Inventory for Professional life, Nursing Stress Inventory. The data was analyzed using SPSS (Version 20.0). The study revealed that about 60% of the subjects were having moderate personal time management while 55% of subjects were having moderate time management in professional life. 79% of the subjects were often stressed at working place and 38% of the subjects stated that they were very stressful. This study revealed the correlation between the time management and nursing stress which is significant at the 0,01 level. This showed that the time management and stress are inversely proportional to each other i.e. the low will be the time management; the greater will be the stress

Randomized controlled trial on the promotion of sexual health using “self-care interventional package” in men who have sex with men

Purpose: Men who have sex with men (MSM) is a vulnerable group, who have been neglected and discriminated. Such discrimination decreases their access to health care and increases the spread of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). Aims and Objective: The objective is to evaluate the effectiveness of “self-care interventional package” on the promotion of sexual health, among MSM. Materials and Methods: A randomized controlled trial was conducted on MSM from two nongovernmental organization centers of Chandigarh, which were randomized by simple random sampling into a control and experimental group. Over a period of 1 month, a total of 115 MSM were found eligible; 55 in control group and 60 in experimental group. Data were collected by a personal interview, after taking consent, in a comfortable and private environment. The Self-Care Interventional Package on the promotion of sexual health was developed in the form of flash book and booklet, and delivered by one-to-one interaction. Three follow-ups were done weekly for motivation in both the groups. Postintervention assessment was conducted after 1 month. Results: There was a statistically significant (P < 0.01) improvement in knowledge about prevention and management of STIs and HIV, getting vaccinated for Hepatitis B and regular self check-up. Statistically significant reduction in unsafe sexual practices was noted among the MSM of experimental group. Conclusion: The self-care interventional package for the promotion of sexual health was effective in improving the sexual heath of the MSM population

Perceived Impact of Colors in Interiors and Architecture

Colors are an inextricable element of the world we live in, and their influence on how people perceive their surroundings is irrefutable. It is a subtle stimulator with silent impact on physical, physiological, psychological, and sociological aspects in every day human lives. An interior designer can use color theory and alter characteristics of rooms by pleasing color plan for interiors to match the purpose and interests of residents. Therefore, the author had undertaken a study and interviewed people from different walks of life to assess their perception about the use of colors in interiors and concluded that people expressed color as an important factor in interior design. They prefer different colors as per the size and space of each room and considered quality material, availability of natural light, and matched the color of interiors. They also believe that color affects health, mood, and emotions of the person.</jats:p

Effectiveness of Virtual Teaching Tool on Quality of Life and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder among Adolescents Affected by Flood at Uttarakhand: A Pilot Study

Background: Floods comes with devastating effects on individual and family worldwide. Flash floods are very common in India. Indian citizens have experienced a variety of floods at Uttarakhand, Kerala, Chennai, and Assam etc. The aftermath of floods can be seen on quality of life (QOL) and mental health as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) among victims which should be improved. The present study was aimed to assess the effectiveness of the virtual teaching tool (VTT) on measures to improve QOL and PTSD among adolescents who experienced flood at Uttarakhand. Methods: Mixed method research approach and exploratory research study, one-group pre-test-post-test designs were adopted for this study. Using a non-probability, convenient sampling technique, forty adolescents who experienced flood were selected from the Bhatwadi, Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand. Tools includes demographic data, WHOQOL-BREF, PCL-5 and one subjective question. Results: VTT on measures to improve QOL and PTSD was administered after pre-test. The mean and standard deviation of post-test WHOQOL-BREF score 275.37±38.01 was higher than the mean and standard deviation of pre-test WHOQOL-BREF score 227.30±36.52. The mean and standard deviation of post-test PTSD (PCL-5) score 1.00±.00 was lower than the mean and standard deviation of pre-test PTSD (PCL-5) score 1.67±.474. There were no association between sociodemographic variables with WHOQOL-BREF score and PTSD (PCL-5) scale. There is a correlation in pre-test QOL and PTSD. People were afraid of floods, loss of lives and households, and there is acceptance to the aftermath of flood and ready to accommodate. Conclusions: VTT on measures to improve QOL and PTSD is effective and can bring the community change after among adolescents who experienced floods. Key words: Adolescents, flood, PTSD, QOL, virtual teaching tool.</jats:p