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Utilization of partogram among nurses and midwives in Rwamagana health facilities in the eastern province of Rwanda
(University of the Western Cape, 2014)The present study examined the extent of utilization of partogram among nurses and midwives in Rwamagana health facilities located in the eastern province of Rwanda. The study specifically sought to; assess knowledge and ... -
Women's experiences of amenorrhea following Depo-Provera use at a district hospital in Malawi
(University of the Western Cape, 2016)Depo-Provera, an injectable contraceptive, is utilized by about 30% of married women in Malawi. Most women have reported their preference to use Depo-Provera due to its effectiveness in preventing pregnancy, reversibility ... -
Women’s perceptions of long-acting reversible contraceptives at a primary health care clinic in Cape Town, South Africa
(University of Western Cape, 2020)Increasing numbers of unintended pregnancies are occurring due to contraceptive failure. Unsafe abortion remains one of the top five avoidable patient-related causes of maternal death in South Africa. There are much ... -
Workplace bullying among nurses at a psychiatric hospital in the Western Cape
(University of the Western Cape, 2016)Workplace violence is a worldwide issue, yet it remains underreported. Incidences of workplace violence, include, physical violence, verbal abuse, bullying, as well as sexual and racial harassment. Bullying is defined ... -
Workplace violence: an exploratory study into nurses interpretations and responses to violence and abuse in trauma and emergency departments
(University of the Western Cape, 2004)Violence in society has reached epidemic level and has permeated the walls of the workplace. Workplace violence has also spread across all occupations, especially those dealing with the public, and has escalated over the ...