Browsing Magister Curationis - MCur by Author "Mayers, Pat"
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The attitudes of midwives towards pregnant women using illicit substances in the Metro East Sub-District, Cape Town
Finlayson, Jean-Louise (University of the Western Cape, 2023)Background: Worldwide, it is estimated that 155 -250 million people between the ages of 15 and 64 use illicit substances; however, an accurate estimation of illicit drug use during pregnancy is not available as this is ... -
Experiences of professional nurses in caring for patients with suspected mental health disorders
Babalwa, Mtshawuli (University of Western Cape, 2021)Psychiatric nurses are known for their person-centred care approach that offers help through a therapeutic communication approach. In South African nursing, a Professional Nurse is a nurse whose role include but not limited ... -
An exploration of the counselling work experiences of South African trained Advanced Psychiatric Nurses (R212) working in state psychiatric facilities in the Western Cape
Petersen, Adam John (University of the Western Cape, 2022)Since the ground-breaking work of Hildegard Peplau, counselling is an essential competency of Advanced Psychiatric Nurses (APNs) all across the world. In South Africa, the teaching directives of the South African Nursing ... -
An investigation of alcohol and drug use and possible risk factors amongst nursing students at a University in the Western Cape
Kovane, Gaotswake Patience (University of the Western Cape, 2023)The use of substances (alcohol and other drugs) is a significant global public health challenge, despite extensive awareness and educational strategies about the dangers of alcohol and illicit drug use. Recognition of the ... -
Knowledge and attitudes of nursing students about women who use substances during pregnancy in the Western Cape
Andries, Carmen (University of the Western Cape, 2022)Substance use has become a major socio-economic problem worldwide and is alarmingly high in South Africa. Substance use is frequent in pregnant women and has a negative impact on foetal, neonatal, and maternal well-being. ...