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Proceedings of Research Symposium - Faculty of Allied Health Sciences: Recent submissions

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Supplementation of Freeze-Dried Ivy Gourd Leaf Extract on Cardio Vascular Risk Factors and Atherogenic Index in Patients with Newly Diagnosed Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Wasana, K.G.P.; Attanayake, A.P.; Weeraratna, T.P.; Jayatilaka, K.A.P.W. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2020-10-02)

Introduction: Cardiovascular diseases (CVD) are the leading cause of morbidity and mortality in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). Dietary and pharmacotherapeutic interventions to modify risk factors of CVD ...
Formulation of a New Herbal Soap Based on a Traditional Herbal Recipe of Medicinal Plants in Sri Lanka

De Silva, M.B.V.R.; Godakumbura, P.I. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2020-10-02)

Background: Herbal soaps based on traditional recipes with proven qualities are not readily available in Sri Lankan market. Hence, the current study was aimed to formulate a new herbal soap with specific qualities using ...
Formulation and Evaluation of Herbal Sunscreen Lotion Employing Clitoria ternatea Floral Extract as Active Ingredient

Jayashan, T.W.K.S.S.; Wijesekara, K.A.K.D.; Napagoda, M.T. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2020-10-02)

Background: Intermittent exposure to solar UltraViolet (UV) radiation is considered to increase the risk of photo-dermal pathogenesis. Herbal extracts and herbal cosmeceuticals rich with flavonoids have proven their ...
Evaluation of in-vitro Antiurolithiatic Potential of Ethanol, Hexane, and Aqueous Extracts of Aegle marmelos

Hewagama, S.P.; Hewawasam, R.P. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2020-10-02)

Background: Medicinal plants have been extensively studied for their various biological activities and therapeutic potentials including antiurolithiatic potential. Calcium oxalate (CaOx) is the predominant component of ...
Use of Internet and eHealth literacy Skills among Nursing Students in a Selected Government School of Nursing, Sri Lanka

Senevirathna, A.; Rathnayake, S. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2020-10-02)

Background: Nurses need to have skills in finding, understanding and applying health information available online platforms into their practice. The development of these skills among nursing students is an essential ...
The Quality of Life of Mothers of Children with Congenital Heart Diseases: A Descriptive Cross-Sectional Study

Jayasinghe, J.P.A.D.; Jayasekara, C.P.D.; Pushpamali, H.D.A.U.; Jayamaha, A.R.; Dharamarathna, H.H.N.D. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2020-10-02)

Background: Congenital Heart Diseases (CHD) is the commonest of all congenital defects and the highest prevalence is reported in Asia which is 9.3 per 1,000 live-births. Having a child with CHD may cause high level of ...
Relationship between Emotional Intelligence and Job Satisfaction among the Nursing Officers in General Hospital, Kalutara

Senanayake, N.C.; Udarika, L.L.; Sewwandi, G.V.N.; Dedunu, K.D.A.N.; Agalawatta, A.S.M.J.S.B.; Kumara, W.G.C.; Jayasekara, J.M.K.B. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2020-10-02)

Background: Emotional Intelligence (EI) and Job Satisfaction (JS) are two critical elements in the Nursing profession. Therefore, proper identification of these characteristics is important to upgrade the nursing ...
Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices Regarding Management of Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus aureus among Intensive Care Unit Nurses in National Hospital, Sri Lanka

Mohommad, S.R.; Kanchana, W.V.N.; Madumali, W.D.; Gunarathna, D.A.M.M.S.; Iddagoda, I.H.L.G.; Dharmarathna, H.H.N.D.; Perera, A.C.H. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2020-10-02)

Background: Methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), is resistant to beta-lactam antibiotics. Infections with MRSA increases the mortality of patients greater than due to infections with methicillin sensitive ...
Influence of Pre-Operative Health Education Sessions on Improving the Knowledge of Therapeutic Interventions among Patients Awaiting Coronary Angiography at the Sri Jayewardenepura General Hospital, Sri Lanka

Bandara, G.E.H.; Pushpakumari, B.A.C.D.; Uduwaka, U.H.K.K.; Niwarthana, M.A.T.; Nisansala, M.W.N.; Senerath, N.S.A.S.N. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2020-10-02)

Background: Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are a leading cause of global deaths, and Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) is the most common type. An effective, invasive, diagnostic coronary angiography is a widely used tool ...
First Year Nursing Students’ Adjustment to the New Learning Environment at Government Nursing Schools in Sri Lanka as Percieved by Nursing Educators

Wijayasundara, W.M.S.K.; Meegoda, M.K.D.L. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2020-10-02)

Background: Adjustment to the college as a freshman is crucial for the future academic progress, for a successful career and for life of an individual. To be an effective nurse in the future, the students should enjoy ...
Association of Taste and Smell Changes with Dietary Practices among Pregnant Mothers Attending the Antenatal Clinic in Teaching Hospital, Mahamodara

Dissanayake, S.A.D.M.P.D.; Imendra, K.G.; Gamage, M.W.K. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2020-10-02)

Background: Taste and smell changes are found to be very common at the early stage of pregnancy and gradually reduced at the late pregnancy. Physiological and hormonal changes may lead to these changes. Taste and smell ...
Association between Learning Environment and Perceived Stress among Nursing Students: A Cross-Sectional Study

Jagoda, T.; Rathnayake, S. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2020-10-02)

Background: Learning environment includes classroom learning, skill practice and clinical learning, could be identified as one of the key sources of perceived stress among nursing students. Objective: To assess the ...
The Prevalence of Hyperlipidemia and Association of Dietary Habits with Lipid Profile Parameters in Final Year Undergraduates of University of Sri Jayewardenepura

Pathirana, R.K.S.; Wickramasinghe, C.D.; Wijesekara, G.U.S.; Bandara, E.M.S.; Samaranayake, T.S.P. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2020-10-02)

Background: Hyperlipidemia is becoming a burden to the adult population of the world especially, in middle income and low-income countries like Sri Lanka. Mainly undergraduates of all universities badly practice unhealthy ...
Hepatoprotective Activity of Osbeckia octandra Capsule against Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease in Rats

Kesharika, K.H.S.; Perera, K.A.K.P.; Sugandhika, S. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2020-10-02)

Background: Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) is an asymptomatic disorder that is characterized by the accumulation of excessive fat (triglyceride) in hepatocytes without significant alcohol consumption. Novel ...
Antimicrobial Potential in Poultry Feed Used in Poultry in Kegalle District

Ranaweera, N.P.N.M.; Peiris, H.; Wijayaratne, W.M.D.G.B. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2020-10-02)

Background: Rampant use of antibiotics in the livestock sector makes a significant contribution for the development and spread of antibiotic resistance. Objectives: To determine the presence of antimicrobial activity ...
Assessment of Dilutional Linearity of Six Common Serum Tumour Markers Using Commercial Diluents and Pooled Serum on Automated Immunoassay Platforms

Thilakarathna, P.T.A.; Dissanayake, M.; Gunawardana, K.B.; Akalanka, H.M.K. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2020-10-02)

Background: Tumour markers are produced in the body on cancers and quantified in laboratories for diagnosis of malignancies. If concentrations of markers lie beyond the analytical ranges, dilutions are performed. The ...
Acute, Chronic Pain and Its Association with Serum Interleukin-6 and Highly Sensitive C Reactive Protein in 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: Intervertebral Disc Herniation (IDH) that occurs mainly in the lumbar and cervical region of the spine is a common cause for radiculopathy and associated pain. IDH is often accompanied by acute and chronic ...
A Study of Phenolic Contents and in vitro Antioxidant Activity of Different Solvent Leaf Extracts Obtained from Heen Kekiri/Len Kekiri (Mukia maderaspatana L.) Grown in Sri Lanka

Hettihewa, S.K.; Narsuja, S. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2019-12-05)

Background: Hyperphysiological burden of free radicals causes the imbalance between free radicals and antioxidants and results in the oxidation of biomolecules. Hence, there is a need to supply exogenous supply of ...
The Effect of Ion Concentration on the Linearity of 25% Sulfosalicylic Acid Standard Curve

Jinadasa, A.G.R.G.; Siriwardhana, I.D.; Gunawardana, K.B.; Attanayake, A.P. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2019-12-05)

Background: Sulfosalicylic acid (SSA) test is a well-established semi-quantitative method used for the determination of the total protein content of urine. Previously 25% SSA method was optimized for quantitative ...
Prevalence of Upper Gastrointestinal Symptoms in Chronic Kidney Disease Patients and Variation of Symptoms with Proton Pump Inhibitors Usage

Jayawickrama, G.C.P.; Sudeshika, S.H.T.; Nanayakkara, N. (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, Sri Lanka, 2019-12-05)

Background: Gastrointestinal (GI) complications are more frequent and vary among different stages of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) patients who receive various treatment plans. Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs) are prescribed ...

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