Indian Journal of Surgical Nursing

Background of the study: Alcoholism is one of the major global health problems. From a public health perspective, alcohol consumption has become a major burden both in terms of morbidity and mortality in most parts of the world, alcohol consumption has health and social consequences via intoxication, alcohol dependence, and other biochemical effects of alcohol, which lead to traumatic outcomes that kill or disable the individual at a young age. Impairment may involve physiological, psychological or social dysfunction. psychologically speaking, alcoholism has less to do with “how much” someone is drinking and more to do with what happens when they drink. If you have problems when you drink, you have drinking problem. Aim of the study: The study aims to find the Knowledge on Selected Psychotropic Drugs Among H.S.C. Students in Selected school in Nagpur. with A View to Develop an Information Booklet on Psychotropic Drugs Objectives: To assess the pretest knowledge regarding complication of alcoholism among H.S.C. Students in Selected school in Nagpur. To assess the posttest knowledge regarding complication of alcoholism among H.S.C. Students in Selected school in Nagpur. To assess Effectiveness of Structured teaching program on knowledge regarding complications of alcoholism among H.S.C. Students in Selected school in Nagpur. To associate the knowledge scores with selected demographic variable. Methodology: The research design refers to the researcher’s overall plan for ob- taining answers to the research questions and for testing the research hypothesis. The research design spells out the strategies that the researcher adopts to develop information that is accurate, objective and interpretable. The research designs provide an overall blueprint to carry out the study. For the present study the design was a Descriptive design, which includes Manipulation, Descriptive and no Randomization. Results: In the study, Distribution of higher secondary school students according to their age in years shows that 23.3% of them were belonging to the age of 12-13 years, 41.7% in the age group of 14-15 years and 35% were belonging to the age of 16-18 years respectively. Conclusion: The data were analyzed and interpreted in terms of objectives formulated descriptive and inferential statistics were used for data analysis. The result of this study shows that the statistical Student’s paired t test implies that the difference in the pretest and posttest knowledge score found to be 18.77 statistically significant at 0.05% level. Hence it is statistically interpreted that structured teaching programme on knowledge regarding complications of alcoholism was effective. Thus, H1 is accepted and H0 is rejected.

Postoperative recovery remains a critical phase in patient care within medicalsurgical nursing. This review explores evidence-based interventions that have demonstrated effectiveness in enhancing recovery outcomes. Key areas include pain management, early mobilization, prevention of complications (such as infections and thromboembolism), patient education, and psychosocial support. By synthesizing findings from recent literature, the article emphasizes the importance of personalized care and interprofessional collaboration in promoting safe and timely recovery.

Simulation-based education (SBE) has emerged as a transformative approach in nursing education, offering a controlled environment for the development of clinical skills, critical thinking, and decision-making. This method allows nursing students to engage in realistic scenarios without the risk of patient harm, thereby enhancing their preparedness for real-world clinical settings. The integration of high-fidelity manikins, virtual reality, and standardized patients provides diverse learning experiences that cater to various educational needs. Despite its advantages, the implementation of SBE faces challenges such as high costs, limited access to resources, and the need for specialized faculty training. This article explores the benefits and challenges of simulation-based education in nursing, examines current practices and future trends, and discusses its impact on nursing practice. By addressing these aspects, the article aims to highlight the significance of SBE in shaping competent and confident nursing professionals.

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a progressive respiratory condition that significantly impairs pulmonary function and quality of life. In the medical-surgical nursing setting, effective management of COPD involves a combination of respiratory support, medication administration, patient education, and complication prevention. This article outlines the pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, diagnostic procedures, and comprehensive nursing interventions essential for managing COPD. Emphasis is placed on airway clearance techniques, nutritional support, lifestyle modification, and the nurse’s role during acute exacerbations.