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K K Deepak

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PubMed1995

Cost effective computerised analysis of biological signals.

A data acquisition system--using self designed and assembled A/D and D/A converter board and appropriate software--has been developed for the International Business Machine (IBM) Personal Computer and has been used for spectral analysis of bio-electric signals. Spectral analysis of EEG signals was performed and the reliability confirmed by analysis of the same data by a standard systemdeveloped by Dynalog Inc, USA. The cutting edge of the system however, lies in its extreme low cost, combined with the versatility offered due to it being a computer based system.

Calibration↗
PubMed1994

Meditation improves clinicoelectroencephalographic measures in drug-resistant epileptics.

Eleven adults suffering from drug-resistant epilepsies were given meditation practice, while another nine adults acted as waiting list controls. All patients were on antiepileptic drugs and their serum drug levels were monitored regularly. Patients in the intervention group were given training in meditation, and they practiced meditation 20 minutes a day for one year. They showed a significant reduction in seizure frequency and duration, an increase in the dominant background EEG frequency, a reduction in mean spectral intensity of the 0.7-7.7 Hz segment, and an increment in mean spectral intensity in the 8-12 Hz segment of the EEG. All changes were statistically significant. Control patients did not show significant changes in seizure frequency and duration during the observation period of one year. The results indicate that continued meditation practice is of substantial help in improving the clinicoelectrographic picture in drug-resistant epileptics.

Adolescent↗
PubMed1992

Blood pressure simulation model: a teaching aid.

A mechanical blood pressure simulation model has been designed and developed by superimposing intermittent pressure on a steady pressure in a fluid filled closed rubber bladder. As a result, pulsatile pressure waves are generated in the bladder. By adjusting the magnitudes of constant pressure and intermittent pressure a 'simulated blood pressure' profile may be generated in the closed bladder with clearly three identifiable components i.e. systolic, diastolic and pulse pressure. The model consists of two bladders, a rubber bag and a motor which produces up and down movements. The pressure is recorded on a manometer and a biorite simultaneously. The device is simple, sturdy and inexpensive and may be used as adjunct for laboratory teaching in physiology and related sciences.

Blood Pressure↗
PubMed1988

The attitudes of medical students to the objective structured practical examination.

The objective structured practical examination (OSPE) together with the classical practical examination (CPE) form the basis for evaluation of laboratory teaching at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi. Students' attitudes to OSPE and CPE were assessed by preparing a questionnaire containing 32 item statements on Likert's 5-point scale (LS) and 11 bipolar adjectives on Osgood's 7-point Semantic Differential Scale (OSDS). The questionnaire was administered to 50 medical undergraduates before their final examination. Forty-two (84%) students responded to the questionnaire. The LS showed high internal consistency and validity. Attitude scoring on LS and OSDS revealed a high degree of correlation. The majority of students showed a positive attitude to OSPE, and high-rank students had a greater intensity of positive attitude. OSPE was rated as a reliable, effective, useful, interesting and challenging examination, although considered taxing, mentally and physically. The students preferred a combination of OSPE and CPE as in the present system to a complete change-over to the OSPE. The item analysis of the questionnaire is discussed.

Attitude of Health Personnel↗