2 research outputs found
Enriching Psychosocial Wellbeing Among Senior Citizens Residing at Geriatric Homes: Role of Pranayama – A Breathing Technique
No full textIntroduction: Nadi Shodana Pranayama is one of the safe and effective forms of breathing technique to boost the psychosocial wellbeing of the elderly and it will uplift their quality of life too. This study aimed to identify the effect of Nadi Shodana Pranayama on the psychosocial wellbeing of institutionalized elderly, as they have weak social connections and relationships, lack of family care, and financial dependence.
Material and Methods: This was a cross-sectional study conducted in South India among the senior citizens residing at geriatric homes or centres. One-group pre-test – post-test design was used for the study. The elderly clients recruited after a primary assessment and they have received 10 weeks of Nadi Shodana Pranayama (alternate nostril breathing) A post intervention, assessment conducted 3 weeks after the intervention. Carol D. Ryff Psychological Wellbeing (PWB) Scale used to assess the psychosocial wellbeing of the elderly during pre-intervention and post-intervention phase. Statistical analysis was done using SPSS v25.
Results: Psychosocial wellbeing among the elderly who participated in the study was improved substantially after the intervention, relative to their pre-intervention condition ((P < 0.001; effect size=0.950).
Discussion: Psychosocial wellbeing has significantly improved after the intervention among study participants, compared to their pre-intervention state. The present findings brought out evidence in suggesting the effect of Alternate Nostril Breathing (Nadi Shodana Pranayama) in promoting psychosocial wellbeing among the elderly.
Conclusion: As people, age their social skills and behaviour significantly deteriorate and change, along with their physical health issues. Older individuals are typically classified as belonging to a "hidden community". Nadi Shodana Pranayama is a safe and cost-effective non-pharmacological intervention to improve the psychosocial wellbeing of elderly clients.
Keywords: psychosocial wellbeing, senior citizens, geriatric homes, pranayam
An Investigation of the Interests and Reasons of Diploma Nurses Undertake a RN-BSN Bridging Program in United Arab Emirates
No full textThe nursing programs across United Arab Emirates are in the process to inform students about RN-BSN bridging program. The study purpose was to determine the interests and reasons of nurses in enrolling to a RN -BSN bridging program. An online survey was conducted among diploma students to explore their interest and perspective regarding pursuing bridging program. One hundreds thirty-five RNs participated. The questionnaire used for survey had seventeen items, which included questions to elicit information or clarification of their perspectives. We performed the data analysis in SPSS by computing descriptive and inferential statistics. The findings showed that a majority of nurses were interested in returning to RN-BSN program. The students’ reasons were both personal and career related, with personal reasons being more dominant. Most of participants held a diploma and midwifery and they had more than 2 years working experience since they completed diploma. There appears to be a need for a RN-BSN bridging program because most of study respondents are potential candidates for this program. This study provides information to nursing schools’ management to provide opportunities and develop curriculums to meet the needs of these nurses. Nurses need to reflect on various strategies for incorporating their new knowledge into clinical practice
