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A Quantitative Enquiry into the Perceived Benefits, user Satisfaction and Challenges Associated with Electronic Health Records Systems

Charles Owusu-Aduomi Botchwey, Agartha Afful Boateng, Lawrencia Aggrey-Bluwey, Isaac Blay & Richmond Opoku · Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice · 2021

Background: Electronic Health Record System is considered the most important innovative application as part of the introduction of Information and Communication Technology in the healthcare industry. The EHR system is designed to alleviate the limitations associated with the pape...

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Assessment of the Role of Traditional Birth Attendants (TBAs) In Asaba, Nigeria

Ebifa Ozegbe Joseph, Chiamaka Abiakam, Kemzi N. Elechi-Amadi, Lynda Kadi Giami & Ojoye N. Briggs · Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice · 2021

Introduction: The role of traditional birth attendants (TBAs) has been with the people for a long time. This cross-sectional study involved 200 women (11 - 46 years) meeting the inclusion criteria for the study. Methodology: Information and data for this study were obtained using...

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Prevalence of Usage of Herbal Medicine among Pregnant Women in Asaba, Delta State

Joseph Ozegbe Ebifa, Ojoye N. Briggs, Chiamaka Abiakam & Kemzi Elechi-Amadi · Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice · 2021

Introduction: In the past two decades, the use of herbal medicines has grown considerably worldwide, especially among pregnant women. Herbal medicines are plant-derived materials or preparations that have therapeutic benefits. This study was aimed at determining the proportion, p...

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Smart Phone Ownership and Usage amongst House Officers at the Federal Medical Centre Owerri, Nigeria

Nwolisa Emeka, Ikejiaku Udochikwuka, Asinobi Kingsley, Emerenini Frank & Nwigwe Uloma · Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice · 2021

Background: Smart phones are becoming increasingly available and are now  steadily  becoming  an essential tool for accessing clinical information, especially for younger health professionals and trainees. In Nigeria, House officers are first level medical practitioners who have...

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Effects of Dysmenorrhea on Academic and Social Activities of Students in Tertiary Institutions in an Urban City, South East Nigeria

E. C. Iwuoha · Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice · 2021

Background: Dysmenorrhoea is a medical condition that has physiological and psychological effects on females who suffer it. Dysmenorrhoea is still an important public health                 problem which has negative impact on female health and social relationships, school and wo...

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Research Designs and Statistical Methods in Myanmar Health Sciences Research Journal: A Review of Articles Published during 2010 to 2019

Myo -Khin, Le-Le- Win, Khin-May -Oo, San -Shwe, Ye -Htut, Aung-Myo -Min & Htain -Win · Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice · 2021

Aim: Several reviews had been reported on the design and statistics of medical journals worldwide.  However, assessment on the quality of research articles in a peer-reviewed health research journal locally widely published in Myanmar has never been carried out. Study Design: Ret...

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Prevalence and Knowledge of Tuberculosis among HIV Patients Accessing Care at Abia State University Teaching Hospital, Nigeria

E. C. Iwuoha · Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice · 2021

Background: TB infection is one of the leading causes of death among HIV patients because of  the burden of TB HIV co-infection on the immunity of affected persons. Estimation of the prevalence of TB among these clients will enhance screening, early diagnosis and treatment. In ad...

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Effect of Morinda Lucida Leaf Extract on Ibuprofen Induced Nephrotoxicity Albino Rats

Nkiruka Millicent Amadi, Peter Uwadiegwu Achukwu, Emmanuel Ifeanyi Obeagu & Nonyelum V. Anoh · Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice · 2021

Morinda lucida ethanol stem bark extract dilution of ((500, 1000, 1500) mg /kg) body weight were administered to B1, B2, B3 groups subjected to ibuprofen induced nephrotoxicity. Histomorphological studies on target organ; kidney were harvested, weighed and processed. Ibuprofen to...

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Velvet Tamarind (Dialium guineense Wild) Fruit is Potent against Gram-Positive and Gram-Negative Bacteria

Augustine I. Airaodion, Simeon O. Oluba, Ayodeji A. Adedeji, Sunday A. Emaleku, Ojo J. Osunmuyiwa, Anthony U. Megwas & Emmanuel B. Ayita · Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice · 2021

Background: Velvet tamarind has become notable for its nutritional composition. Its conjointly been legendary to contain phytochemicals and pharmaceutical agents. Aim: This study was designed to examine the bactericide activity of velvet tamarind fruit. Methodology: Nutrient agar...

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Patients' Perceptions of the Role of Nurse Practitioners in the Polyclinic of Tamale Teaching Hospital in Ghana

Kennedy Asuo-Tannor, Abubakari Yussif & Ruth Nimota Nukpezah · Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice · 2021

Background: The global annual growth of the nurse practitioner (NP) workforce is estimated to be three to nine times greater than that of physicians. Also, there are inconsistencies in survey reports on patient encounters during visits to the nurse practitioner.  To bridge this g...

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Psychometric Properties of Sleep Behavior Questionnaire among Bengali Population

Poulam Guha, Shreya Tripathi, Biswaroop Chandra & Shabnam Zahir · Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice · 2021

Aim: Numerous important biological functions in the human body are regulated by adequate amount of sleep. Manifestations of poor sleep are often misconceived as behavioural issues, cognitive dysfunction or systemic health concerns, which may present differently in adults and chil...

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Effect of Controlled Breathing Exercise on Dyspnea in Patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

Premalatha Paulsamy, Krishnaraju Venkatesan, Shadia Hamoud Alshahrani, Pranave Sethuraj & Rajalakshimi Vasudevan · Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice · 2021

COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) is one of the most frequent life-threatening disorders afflicting people all over the world. COPD patients have increased work of breath and dyspnea as a result of pathophysiological changes in the airway, tissue, and vascular supply t...

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Effect of Valsalva Maneuver on Pain Perception among Adult Patients Undergoing Spinal Procedures

Premalatha Paulsamy, Shadia Hamoud Alshahrani, Ghadah Mohammed Al-Asbi, Krishnaraju Venkatesan, Pranave Sethuraj & Kumarappan Chidambaram · Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice · 2021

In a healthcare setting, procedure pain is a common source of discomfort for patients. One of the non-pharmacological approaches for reducing severe pain is the Valsalva Maneuver (VM). VM also significantly minimizes the pain produced by skin puncturing during spinal injection. T...

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