Papers by fereshteh narenji
The Open Public Health Journal
Background: Dysmenorrhea in young women reduces their quality of life. Objectives: This research ... more Background: Dysmenorrhea in young women reduces their quality of life. Objectives: This research reviewed the impact of chamomile sachet and mefenamic acid on primary dysmenorrhea, its relevant symptoms as well as bleeding. Methods: Two hundred female students afflicted with primary dysmenorrhea from Arak universities were randomly assigned to two groups and participated in this randomized clinical trial. The first group (A) received mefenamic acid (250 mg) and the second group (B) received chamomile (5000 mg) three times a day in two consecutive cycles from two days before up to the first three days after menstruation. Intensity of pain, related symptoms and bleeding were evaluated by visual analog scale, Andersch-Milsom Verbal Scale and Higham chart, respectively. Data analysis was performed by SPSS 21. Results: Severe pain lasting two months after intervention was observed in 6 subjects (6.3%) of group (B) as well as 6 participants (6.3%) in group (A) (p=0.351, p=0.332). Two mont...
Complementary Medicine Journal of Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, 2012
Background Dysmenorrhea is one of the most common pelvic pains in women, impairing their quality ... more Background Dysmenorrhea is one of the most common pelvic pains in women, impairing their quality of life.This study investigated the effects of chamomile sachet and mefenamic acid on primary dysmenorrhea, associated symptoms and bleeding. Methods In this randomized clinical trial, 200 female students with primary dysmenorrhea from Arak universities were randomly assigned to two groups. The group (A) received mefenamic acid (250 mg) and group (B) received chamomile (5000 mg) plus one teaspoonful of honey )as a flavoring( for two days before up to the first three days of menstruation, three times a day in two consecutive cycles. Pain severity, associated symptoms and bleeding were assessed using visual analog scale, Andersch-Milsom Verbal Scale and Higham chart, respectively. Data were analyzed by descriptive and inferential statistical tests by SPSS 21. Results Severe pain during two months after intervention was in 6 (6.3%) of group (B) and 6 (6.3%) in group (A) (p = 0.351, p = 0.33...
BACKGROUND: Most women experience significant changes during and after menopause which causes var... more BACKGROUND: Most women experience significant changes during and after menopause which causes various complications of menopause and the changes in quality of their life. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of Glycyrrhiza glabra plant and exercise on quality of life (QOL) of menopausal women. METHODS: This clinical experiment was performed in Arak, Iran. The study subjects consisted of 120 menopausal women. The participants were selected through convenience method and randomly divided into 4 groups of 30 subjects. Group 1 participants were administered 3 Glycyrrhiza glabra tablets daily. Group 2 participants had a regular exercise program. Group 3 participants were simultaneously administered Glycyrrhiza glabr tablets like group 1 and had an exercise program like group 2. Group 4 received no intervention. The participants’ QOL was investigated before and 1 month after the intervention using the Menopause-Specific Quality of Life (MENQOL) Questionnaire. Data analysis was...
Scientific Journal of Hamadan Nursing & Midwifery Faculty, 2015
Abstract: (2939 Views) Background: Educational interventions are alternative strategies for promo... more Abstract: (2939 Views) Background: Educational interventions are alternative strategies for promoting health and come across better in menopause symptom. Menopause is a physiological change for a woman which occurs in life of all women. The purpose of this study was evaluated of skill life training on the quality of life in menopausal women in Arak city. Methods: This was an semi experimental study.40 women inclusion criteria referring to retirement center and five clinics in Arak in 2015 were selected through normal sampling and were randomly divided into equal case (skill life training) and control groups (20 in each). Data was collected by means of a Menopause Quality of Life (MENQOL).The scores for quality of life level achieved before the counseling and a month after that were compared using menopause specific quality of life questionnaire(MENQOL).No intervention was done in control group. The data was analyzed SPSS/16. Results: Comparison of the quality of life (p=0.01), vasom...
Spirituality in Clinical Practice, 2018
Unborn child spirituality is a subject that has little regard in research. The purpose of this st... more Unborn child spirituality is a subject that has little regard in research. The purpose of this study is to explain the experiences of mothers regarding the spiritual well-being of their child during pregnancy. In a qualitative study, with purposive and easy sampling, 48 semistructured and in-depth interviews were conducted with 39 women who were pregnant or had recent experience of successful pregnancy. Data analysis was done using a conventional content analysis approach. The results showed that Iranian mothers were trying to protect the spiritual health of their unborn child during pregnancy by interacting with God, avoiding sin and forbidden food, and improving their behavior and verbal and nonverbal communication with the fetus. According to the findings, the health of unborn child, like its mother may be affected by physical, mental, social, and spiritual aspects. Much more research is needed.
Iranian Journal of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, 2020
Journal of Holistic Nursing and Midwifery, 2018
Menopause is accompanied by many physical and psychological symptoms that can affect the Quality ... more Menopause is accompanied by many physical and psychological symptoms that can affect the Quality of Life (QoL) of women. Nowadays, behavioral approaches, such as exercise programs, and herbal therapies are recommended to control menopause complications. Objective: This study aimed to compare the effects of exercise and licorice on the QoL of postmenopausal women. Materials and Methods: This quasi-experimental study was conducted in Arak City, Iran, in 2014. Sixty postmenopausal women were selected as study participants using the convenience sampling method and were divided into two equal groups (exercise and licorice) using a random number table. The licorice group received three tablets of licorice daily at three times, i.e., in the morning, noon, and night before meals, for 4 weeks; the exercise group adopted a regular walking program comprising 30-45 min of walking three times a week for 1 month. The QoL of the participants before and 1 month after the intervention was evaluated using the Menopause-Specific Quality of Life questionnaire. The obtained data were analyzed using the independent t-test, Wilcoxon signed-rank test, one-way analysis of variance, and Mann-Whitney U test. Results: The two groups were matched in term of demographic characteristics. The Mann-Whitney U test revealed no significant difference in the QoL between the two groups before and after the intervention. However, the mean and standard deviation of the QoL in both groups was higher after the intervention than the values before the intervention. Conclusion: Licorice and aerobic exercise are effective in controlling menopause complications and improving the QoL. Therefore, these interventions should be adopted to improve the QoL of postmenopausal women.
Mental Health, Religion & Culture, 2018
Pregnancy and childbirth provide ideal conditions for spiritual enrichment. This study aimed to i... more Pregnancy and childbirth provide ideal conditions for spiritual enrichment. This study aimed to investigate the spiritual health care experiences of mothers during pregnancy in Iran. In this qualitative content analysis study, 48 semi-structured and indepth interviews were conducted with 36 women who were pregnant or had recent experience of successful pregnancy. Subjects were selected by purposive sampling and data accuracy and trustworthiness were checked using Lincoln and Guba's criteria. For data analysis, a conventional content analysis approach was used. One theme and four categories were found in this study. Mothers were shown to be attentive about spiritual health care during pregnancy through caring for the spiritual growth of the self, the child, the family, and the community. The mothers' experiences during pregnancy can serve as a guide for healthcare planners to develop a proper spiritual health promotion programme.
Journal of Shahrekord University of Medical Sciences, Nov 15, 2009
Background and aim: Massage is an important part of baby and infant health care in different soci... more Background and aim: Massage is an important part of baby and infant health care in different societies. Considering specific role of massage with natural oils, we studied the effect of massage with sesame oil on infant anthropometric measurements and their sleep pattern. Method: This clinical-trial study was performed on 150 two months healthy infants who were referred to the health care centers in Arak city. Samples were randomly divided into one of the following groups: massage with sesame oil, massage only and no massage. In sesame oil group, mothers performed massages on whole of their infant body for a period of 10 minutes, two times per day for 4 weeks. In solely massage group, the method was the same as previous group, but without oil. No massage was done in control group. Anthropometric measurements and sleep pattern were evaluated before and after the interventions and data were analyzed using Chi-square, ANOVA, Kroskal-Wallis and Post-Hoc tests. Results: At the beginning of the study, anthropometric measurements did not show significant difference between groups. After 4 weeks, the average increase in infant weight in sesame oil, solely massage and control group were 1076.23±273.12, 965.24±310.12, 686.14±220.92, respectively (P<0.001). Mean increased duration of sleep in massage groups was significantly higher in massage groups than control group (P<0.001). Conclusion: Based on the results of this study, it seems that infant massage, particularly massage with sesame oil can lead to increased weight and improved sleep pattern. It may have positive effect on infants' heights in a longer time.
Arak Medical University Journal, Mar 15, 2007
Introduction: Intra uterine device (IUD) is a highly effective contraceptive method but concerns ... more Introduction: Intra uterine device (IUD) is a highly effective contraceptive method but concerns about the risk of upper genital tract infection, often limits its use. Scientist believed that prophylactic antibiotic administration around the time of inserting IUD significantly reduces the risk of IUD related pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). This study is designed to investigate the effect of prophylactic antibiotic on pelvic inflammatory disease associated with IUD insertion. Materials and Methods: This is a randomized clinical trial. A total of 500 prospective IUD (TCU-380A) users were randomly assigned in two groups. The first group received 200 mg of Doxycycline one hour before IUD insertion and the second did not. Then, 20 days after IUD insertion, the two groups were examined for PID. Data was analyzed using Mann-Whitney and Chi square tests. Results: The mean of age, gravida, para, live children and abortion in case and control groups were not statistically significant. The rate of PID was 2.1% in case group compared to 1.9% in control group, which was not statistically significant. Vaginal infection in control group was more than case group but not significant. Conclusion: We concluded that the use of prophylactic antibiotic did not have a significant effect on preventing IUD induced PID. Regarding the side effects of unnecessary antibiotic consumption it is suggested to reinforce the need for implementing aseptic techniques during IUD insertion.
Complementary Medicine Journal of Faculty of Nursing Midwifery, Mar 15, 2013
Introduction: The aim of this study was to compare the effect of powdered and fresh ginger root o... more Introduction: The aim of this study was to compare the effect of powdered and fresh ginger root on nausea and vomiting during pregnancy. Methods: In this clinical trial study 100 pregnant women below 17 weeks gestational age , age 18-35 years , who had nausea and vomiting in 24 hours were randomly placed in two groups of 50. The first group took 250 mg ginger powder and second group took fresh ginger root as one teaspoonful ginger syrup , four time per day and for four days. Before and after interventions the rate of nausea and the number of vomiting in mothers were measured and the results analyzed. Results: Results showed fresh root of ginger compared with ginger powder is almost the same reduced in average of the rate of severity of nausea [2/98±(3/1) compared with 2/66±(2/84)] and average of the number of vomiting [0/74±(1/08) compared with 0/58±(1/01)]. All of the mothers participating in this study had normal delivery and the syrup of ginger fresh root was more satisfied (90% compared with 80%). Conclusion : Notify to the result of this study , it is seem the ginger powder and fresh root can be effective for pregnancy nausea and vomiting .
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Background: Hot flush is the most common problem in menopausal women. One of the alternative trea... more Background: Hot flush is the most common problem in menopausal women. One of the alternative treatments is phytostrogens. So this study aimed to examine the effects of fenugreek and flaxseeds on frequency and severity of hot flush. Materials & Methods: In this randomized controlled clinical trials the sample population was 60 women with hot flush who referred to urbon heath centers. They divided into two groups. For the first group 6g fenugreek and for the other group 25g flaxseeds were prescribed for four continuous weeks. The inclusion criteria were on menses in lately 12 months, normal blood pressure, no use of antidepressants and estrogen and progesterone hormones in lately 6 weeks, no anticoagulant, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs like brufen, no asthma and allergy. The exclusion criteria were no correct use of herbals, allergy to drugs, and change the life place. The severity and frequency of hot flush were examined in fourth and eighth weeks. Results: The severity of ho...
Background & Aim: Several factors have been reported to be influential in development of the prem... more Background & Aim: Several factors have been reported to be influential in development of the premenstrual syndrome. There are no studies available on relationship between premenstrual syndrome with body mass index in Iran. This study aimed to determine this relationship among university students. Methods & Materials: This was a cross-sectional study conducted on a random sample of 500 students living in the dorms of Arak University of Medical Sciences. The participants had not stress, anxiety and severe depression on the basis of the DASS21. Data were gathered using Social Status Questionnaire, including demographic, menstrual status, reproductive and eating habits and body mass index measurement items. The participants completed the abbreviated form of premenstrual syndrome evaluation within seven days of bleeding up to two days after onset of bleeding for one cycle. Using logistic regression analysis, the association was assessed by adjusting for confounding variables. Results: A majority of the students had normal BMI (<25) (90.8%). The results showed that the risk of premenstrual syndrome in the participants with high BMI was 2.43 times more than the participants with normal BMI (OR=2.43; CI=8.33-1.66). Conclusion: High BMI increased the risk of premenstrual syndrome. Interventions to decrease the BMI should be designed and implemented in overweight and obese patients with premenstrual syndrome.
Cerebral Palsy is the most common chronic motor disorder of childhood, that affecting approximate... more Cerebral Palsy is the most common chronic motor disorder of childhood, that affecting approximately 3 infants per 1000 live-births. The risk of brain injuries that potentially cause Cerebral Palsy has amplified with increasing in survival rates for preterm infants. In addition Cerebral Palsy has a huge economic impact, to immeasurable health, social, and psychological problems that affected children and their families suffer. Cerebral Palsy, among 18 common congenital disorders, has the highest lifetime costs per new case. Thus, efforts to prevent its occurrence, minimize the morbidity, and improve the patient outcomes are important at both the individual and societal levels. In each trimester, different patterns of brain damage or abnormal insults can represent times and etiology of injuries. Knowledge of the etiology and pathogenesis of abnormal brain growth during antenatal, perinatal and neonatal damages can be helping us for prevention. Also Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) studies of subjects with multiple forms of cerebral palsy reported significantly more overall abnormalities, malformations, and white matter damage but in this review study we discuss in what extent MRI is useful in detecting cerebral palsy pathogenesis.
Arak Medical University Journal, 2009
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Arak Medical University Journal, 2010
... [MSc thesis]: Nursing and Midwifery College of Isfahan Medical Science University; 2001. 24. ... more ... [MSc thesis]: Nursing and Midwifery College of Isfahan Medical Science University; 2001. 24. Shahbazi L, Salimi T. [Clinical education from nursing and midwifery students opinion]. J Yazd Medical Science University 2000; 8(2): 97-103. 25. ...
ARAK MEDICAL …, 2005
Materials and Methods: This is a historical cohort study. Study population was neonates born in A... more Materials and Methods: This is a historical cohort study. Study population was neonates born in Arak hospitals during summer and autumn 1383. Sample size was determined 710 neonates, based on?= 5%,?= 10%. Sampling method was census in which all newborns ...
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