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RUFARS-2020: Recent submissions

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Assessment of Knowledge and Attitudes on Sexual Education among Teenagers in Matale District, Sri Lanka

Ranaweera, S. P. M. T.; Krishanthi, N. M. V.; Weerakoon, W. M. N. P. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2020-10-02)

Background: Sexual education aims to strengthen the ability of adolescents into making the correct choices regarding relationships, sexuality and health. Meanwhile, it does not encourage them to engage in sexual ...
Prevalence and Reasons for Self-Medication with Antibiotics among the Students in a Private Institute, Sri Lanka

Bambarendage, D. C.; Peiris, I. A.; Balasooriya, V.; Pitigalaarachchi, P. A. A. C. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2020-10-02)

Background: A common human experience is coping with disorder or illness. However, the reaction of the person to such a condition is based on specific individual values and some other underlying factors that contribute ...
Knowledge on Correct Therapeutic Dose and Toxic Dose of Paracetamol among Doctors and Nurses in Paediatric Units in Teaching Hospital, Karapitiya

Wimalasiri, B. S. M.; Jayasinghe, S. S. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2020-10-02)

Background: Paracetamol is a widely used antipyretic and analgesic drug. It is safe for all age groups if proper dose is administered. It is the most common agent involved in drug overdose and causes liver and renal ...
Investigation of in-vitro Anti-inflammatory Activity of Hexane Extract of Costus speciosus Leaves

Kandage, T. M.; Kannangara, K. K. D. S. A.; Wijesingha, R. D. M. C.; Siriwardhene, M. A. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2020-10-02)

Bacground: In the current study, non-polar n-hexane fraction of C. speciosus, family Coastaceae, has been investigated for its anti-inflammatory activity. The previous investigations have proven the biological activity ...
Evaluation of in vitro Anti-inflammatory Effect of Sida cordifolia and Phyllanthus debillis Extracts

Karunasinghe, K. G. D. C.; Hewawasam, R. P. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2020-10-02)

Background: Sida cordifolia (Babila, Malvaceae) and Phyllanthus debillis (Pitawakka, Euphoribiaceae) have been used in the Sri Lankan ayurvedic medicinal preparations due to their anti-inflammatory activity. However, ...
A Study on Antibiotic Use by Patients with Symptoms Suggestive of Influenza or Common Cold for less than Three Days in Outpatient Department of Divisional Hospital, Udawalawa

Madushani, G. A. D.; Kommalage, M. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2020-10-02)

Background: Development of antibiotic resistance is a global challenge. Some of the factors contributing to the development of antibiotic resistance are prescribing antibiotics when they are not indicated (or required) ...
Antibacterial Effect of Selected Medicinal Plants Used in Ayurveda against Wound Infecting Bacteria

Weerarathne, K. A. H. P.; Priyashani, M. M. T. D.; Wijesekara, G. U. S.; Uluwaduge, I.; Priyadarshani, A. M. B.; Jayatilleke, K. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2020-10-02)

Background: The increasing antimicrobial resistance exhibited by wound infecting bacteria has led to extensive research on the antimicrobial activity of selected medicinal plants. Objective: To investigate and compare ...
The Role of the Paediatric Nurse in Discharge Planning: A Systematic Review

Subasinghe, S. P. K. J.; Pathiranage, A. M. S. D. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2020-10-02)

Background: Effective discharge planning can minimize the unnecessary utilization of healthcare facilities. Paediatric discharge planning is a complex process and nurses need lengthy preparations. Role confusion among ...
The Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices Regarding First Aid among Nurses in Teaching Hospital Karapitiya, Sri Lanka

Rajakaruna, K. G. I. P.; Samarawickrama, M. B. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2020-10-02)

Background: First aid is the initial step in patient management which aims in saving lives of injured victims. Nursing officers play an important role in this as frontline healthcare givers. Objective: To assess the ...
The Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices on Urinary Catheterization and Catheter-Associated Urinary Tract Infections Among Nursing Officers in Teaching Hospital Karapitiya, Sri Lanka

Chamini, G. C.; Karunanayake, A. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2020-10-02)

Background: Urinary catheterization is a common procedure done by nurses. Nurse are responsible for inserting urinary catheter, catheter care and removal. Catheter Associated Urinary Tract Infections (CAUTI) is a common ...
Prevalence, Severity and Management of Dietary Problems in Pregnancy among Pregnant Mothers Admitted to a Tertiary Care Obstetric Facility in Southern Sri Lanka

Dharmapala, H. M. S. H.; Wijesinghe, C. J. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2020-10-02)

Background: Maternal nutrition is an important determinant of fetal growth and development. Therefore, it is essential to ensure an adequate and balanced diet during pregnancy. Many pregnant mothers experience dietary ...
Perception on Objective Structured Clinical Evaluation Method among First Year Nursing Students at Selected Government Nursing Schools in Sri Lanka

Wijayasundara, W. M. S. K.; Amarasinghe, A. A. N. G.; Kulathunga, G. V. C. R.; Magodarathna, L. N. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2020-10-02)

Background: One of the essential components of learning and educational program is evaluation or examination. Among the various methods for evaluating clinical skills, Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) ...
Pain Experience among Elderly Individuals with Traumatic Injuries Admitted to Surgical Sections in National Hospital, Sri Lanka

Damayanthi, K. A. D. P.; Maduwanthi, G. P. N.; Madushani, H. W. A. C.; Dissanayake, Y. G. C. M.; Perera, A. C. H.; Priyadarshani, U. G. N. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2020-10-02)

Background: Elders are highly vulnerable to injuries and fractures, which cause chronic pain and suffering consequently affecting their quality of life. The burden of elderly injuries has become a public health ...
Knowledge and Practice regarding Surgical Wound Dressing among Nurses at National Hospital for Respiratory Disease, Welisara, Sri Lanka

Erangani, A. A.; Wijesooriya, R. M. E.; Dharmasekara, N. A. K. C. K.; Subhashini, K. A.; Perera, A. A. N. S.; Madushani, K. H. S.; Atapattu, A. W. M. I. W. D. N. K.; Perera, A. C. H. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2020-10-02)

Background: Surgical site infections are one of the most common healthcare associated infections and account for 3.2 billion cost per year in acute care hospitals. It is the most frequent cause of 20% unplanned ...
Examination of Patient Perception on Quality of Nursing Care Received at Medical Wards of Private Hospitals in Colombo District

Silva, R.; Coomaraswamy, P.; Liyanaarachchi, Y.; Kaldera, S. R. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2020-10-02)

Background: Healthcare industry plays a major role in a country’s economy and the well being of citizens. This industry is ultimately driven by patient satisfaction, which is decided upon the care received, especially ...
Communication Barriers among Patients and Nursing Students from Two Selected State Universities During their Clinical Learning

Nasmil, U. H. M.; Seneviratne, S. M. K. S. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2020-10-02)

Background: Nursing undergraduates frequently communicate with patients during their clinical training. Communication may act as a barrier to reach the desired quality of their learning. Patient-related and student-related ...
The Correlation between Body Mass Index and Levels of Serum Liver Enzymes of 18-32 Aged Healthy Individuals

Dilhara, E. L. A. N. N.; Kumara, K. D. C. P.; Dias, P.; Priyadarshani, A. M. B. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2020-10-02)

Background: Elevated levels of serum liver transaminases and gamma glutamyl transferase (GGT) are good indicators of liver cell and hepatobiliary damages, respectively. But, increased levels of these enzymes mostly ...
Selected Risk Factors and Its Association in a Group of Patients with Cervical or Lumbar Disc Herniation

Imrana, M. F.; Priyankara, H. G. R.; Withanage, N. D.; Attanayake, D.; Dias, P.; Athiththan, L. V. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2020-10-02)

Background: Disc herniation is regarded as a major disability in human skeletal system. Although the exact mechanism is not understood, age, sex, heavy occupation, mechanical loading, smoking, vibrations, trauma and ...
Microbiological Analysis of Bronchoalveolar Lavage Fluid of Patients Undergoing Bronchoscopy at Two Tertiary Care Hospitals in Colombo

Hansamali, D. D. A. A.; Wasana, W. S.; Undugodage, C.; Dissanayake, D. M. B. T. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2020-10-02)

Background: Microbiological analysis of Bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL) fluid gives valuable information on pathogens responsible for associated diseases. This study was conducted to detect a broad group of microorganisms ...
Association of Serum Gamma Glutamyltransferase with Random Plasma Glucose and Body Mass Index in Selected Diabetic and Non-Diabetic Subjects

Bandara, G. P. D.; Thennakoon, S. M.; Withanage, N. D. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2020-10-02)

Background: Gamma glutamyltransferase (GGT) is known as a predictor for several diseases such as metabolic syndrome, cardiovascular disease, liver diseases and alchol abuse. There is a strong association of obesity ...

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