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Perceived Barriers in Communicating with Nurses and Patients During Clinical Learning among Nursing Students of Two State Universities in Sri Lanka

Nasmil, U.H.M; Seneviratne, S.M.K.S (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, 2020)

Introduction: Nursing students who undergo clinical learning in hospitals frequently communicate with nurses and patients. Communication barriers act as a burden to reach the desired quality of their learning. Previous ...
A Study on Sample Rejection Rates due to Pre-analytical Errors: Associated Factors and Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices of Nurses on Blood Sample Collection for Haematology at a Teaching Hospital in Sri Lanka

Dilshika, L.K.M; Bandara, W.V.R.T.D.G; Karunanayaka, A.D.S.S (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, 2020)

Introduction: Clinical diagnosis is mostly dependent on laboratory test results. Studies have shown that 70% of clinical laboratory samples are rejected due to pre-analytical errors. This study was conducted to assess; ...
The Prevalence of Depression among Undergraduates of a Selected Medical Faculty in Sri Lanka

Kodagoda, A.S.K; Meegoda, M.K.D.L (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, 2020)

Introduction: Depression is a common mental disorder which can lead to major problems such as suicidal attempts. It is well known that the demands and pressure on undergraduates in medical faculties create tremendous ...
Two Atypical Cases of Classical Hairy Cell Leukaemia and Hairy Cell Leukaemia Variant: A Case Study

Ranatunga, S.A.C.D; Balasuriya, B.L.T; Kariyawasan, C.C (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, 2020)

Introduction: Classical Hairy Cell Leukaemia (cHCL) and Hairy Cell Leukaemia variant (HCL-v) are both rare and slow-growing mature B cell neoplasms. According to flowcytometry data, they fall into the group classified ...
Challenges in Graduate Nursing Education in Sri Lanka

Fernando, D.M.S (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, 2020)
Outlook for the Pharmacy Profession at the Dawn of the Decade 2020s

Pathirana, W (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, 2020)

Pharmacy profession operated at elementary level in Sri Lanka well up to the beginning of the 21 st century. Their training programs were limited to certificate level, with courses of 1-2 years duration. With the introduction ...
Knowledge, Perceptions and Practices on Modified Release Tablets among Prescribers: A Preliminary Study

Fernando, M.G.K.M; Priyadarshi, K.I.J; Shanika, L.G.T; Samaranayake, N.R (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, 2020)

Introduction: Modified release tablets (MRTs) are developed to achieve different therapeutic outcomes and are frequently prescribed. This study aims to evaluate the knowledge, perceptions and practices on using MRTs among ...
Health Related Quality of Life of Children with Thalassemia Major in Two Selected Hospitals in Sri Lanka

Silva, W.A.S.V; Peiris, H.H (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, 2020)

Introduction: Thalassemia is an inherited hemoglobin disorder. There are two types; thalassemia major and minor. Thalassemia major directly affects children’s physical, emotional, social and school functions. Health ...
A Qualitative Exploration of Factors Associated with Malnutrition among Community-dwelling Malnourished Older People in Kandy District, Sri Lanka

Damayanthi, H.D.W.T; Abdullah, K.L; Moy, F.M (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences University of Sri Jayewardenepura, 2021)

Introduction: Nutrition plays an important role in older people. Numerous factors are associated with malnutrition among community-dwelling older people. However, little is known about how malnourished older people ...
Knowledge, Attitude and Associated Factors on Family Planning Practices among Antenatal Mothers Attending a Teaching Hospital in Sri Lanka

Madushani, U; Rathnayake, N; Mampitiya, I (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences University of Sri Jayewardenepura, 2021)
The Sri Lankan Perspective of Implementing Clinical Pharmacy Services

Samaranayake, N.R (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, 2021)

Clinical Pharmacists provide pharmaceutical care to patients to ensure quality use of medicines and to improve patients’ quality of life. Although clinical pharmacy services have shown medication related benefits to ...
Knowledge and Attitudes on Gestational Diabetes Mellitus and its Associated Factors among a Selected Population of Pregnant Mothers Attending Antenatal Clinics in Mathugama, Western Province of Sri Lanka

Wimalajeewa, T.M.D.Y.D; Hettiaratchi, U.P.K (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences University of Sri Jayewardenepura, 2021)

Introduction: Diabetes Mellitus (GDM) has become an emerging metabolic disorder around the world leading to type 2 diabetes mellitus in two generations, including the mother and the offspring. Complications associated ...
Evaluation of Patient Satisfaction and Patient-physician Relationship in an Out- Patient Department Re-engineered through a Health Information Management System: A Descriptive Study Done at a Major Women’s Hospital in Sri Lanka

Madhuwanthi, R.M.; Marasinghe, R.B (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences University of Sri Jayewardenepura, 2021)

Introduction: Health information management is one of the major pillars in a health system that improves the effectiveness and efficiency of health services. It is essential to assess the patient perception towards ...
Assessment of Knowledge and Healthcare Related Practices of Caregivers Regarding Home Management of Children with Nephrotic Syndrome

Madhushani, J.S.S; Bandara, W.V.R.T.D.G (Faculty of Allied Health Sciences University of Sri Jayewardenepura, 2021)

Introduction: Nephrotic Syndrome (NS) is the commonest chronic glomerular disorder characterized by heavy proteinuria, hypoproteinaemia, oedema and hyperlipidaemia. Parental motivation and involvement are essential for ...

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