Browsing by Author "Julie, H."
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Exploring midwives' experiences of managing patients' perinatal loss at a maternity hospital in the Western Cape, South Africa
Williamson, Melissa Grace (University of the Western Cape, 2016)Perinatal deaths are emotion-laden events not only for the mothers, but also for physicians and midwives. Hence, mothers experiencing the phenomenon need support to overcome the experience. If the loss occurs in a health ... -
An investigation into patients perceptions of contributing factors towards their aggressive and violent behaviour after admission to a mental health facility
Van Wijk, Evalina (University of the Western Cape, 2006)Aggressive and violent behaviour in inpatient mental health facilities is found worldwide and is a frequent and serious clinical and nursing care problem. Despite the importance of international research findings and ... -
Mental health nurses’ knowledge, attitude and practices related to tobacco dependence among mental health care users at a psychiatric institution in the Western Cape
Sigenu, X (University of the Western Cape, 2021)Research reported that it is very challenging for mental health care users to quit smoking and the risk of relapsing after quitting is high. However, tobacco dependence treatment is possible and potentially lifesaving for ... -
The readiness of professional Nurses in the Khayelitsha health sub-district to render mental health care services as stipulated in the Healthcare 2010 plans for the Western Cape
Molopo, Fundiswa Olivia (University of the Western Cape, 2008)The study aims to assess the readiness of professional nurses in Khayelitsha health sub district to render mental health care services as stipulated in the Healthcare 2010 Plans for the western Cape. The Main objectives ...