Browsing Faculty of Community and Health Sciences by Author "Rhoda, Anthea"
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Knowledge of nurses regarding dysphagia in patients with stroke, in Namibia
Pickel-Voigt, Andrea (University of the Western Cape, 2014)Dysphagia is commonly known as a swallowing disorder associated with stroke patients. Between 37% - 78% of stroke patients suffer from it initially. Complications of dysphagia include aspiration leading to chest infection ... -
Knowledge of stroke among hypertensive patients in selected hospitals in the Tanga region, Tanzania
Tesha, John Joseph (University of the Western Cape, 2006)Lack of knowledge about stroke in general and specific knowledge of the risk factors, signs, and symptoms of stroke results in the late presentation of patients at hospital. The aim of this study was to determine the ... -
Participation restrictions of stroke patients living in the community at selected community health centres in the Metropole Districts in the Western Cape, South Africa
Arowoiya, Ayorinde Ibukun (University of the Western Cape, 2014)Stroke is the second leading cause of death globally and the consequences on human and economic health are of major concern. The aim of this study was to determine and explore the participation restrictions experienced by ... -
The perceived attitudes, knowledge and barriers towards evidence-based practice (EBP) amongst physiotherapists in the United Republic of Tanzania
Maigeh, Elias Peterson (University of the Western Cape, 2004)There has recently been an increased pressure in all-healthcare disciplines to provide interventions that are scientific, safe, efficient and cost-effective. Evidence-based practice is said to be the current best approach ... -
Perceptions of healthcare professionals and stroke patients regarding self-management.
Jansen, Renee (University of Western Cape, 2020)Stroke is one of the leading causes of death and disability in the world. Stroke patients often place significant cost on the health care systems, due to long periods of care. Health care professionals play a key role in ... -
Perceptions regarding medical management of clubfoot in Kenya
Kingau, Naomi Wanjiru (University of the Western Cape, 2012)Clubfoot is one of the congenital and structural conditions that lead to physical impairment in children globally. Service providers have different perceptions on the various methods of management of clubfoot. This has led ... -
Perceptions, experiences and coping strategies of families caring for children with special needs within Western Cape communities
Matambanadzo, Priscilla (University of Western Cape, 2021)The harsh economic environment, lack of adequate caregiving resources, lack of psychosocial support structures poses as some of the challenge’s families caring for the children with special needs face. In exploring the ... -
Peripheral neuropathy and quality of life of adults living with HIV/AIDS in Rulindo District in Rwanda
Juvenal, Biraguma (University of the Western Cape, 2008)Peripheral neuropathy (PN) is a common neurological complication occurring in the asymptomatic and symptomatic stages of human immune deficiency virus (HIV) infection. The pain and other symptoms caused by PN can impair ... -
Persons with disabilities support services needs and utilization in Kenya: a study in preparation of a disability policy brief
Matheri, Joseph Mwangi (University of the Western Cape, 2017)The interaction between impairment and environmental factors impose a certain degree of incapacity on individuals, often undermining their freedom to function. Despite the fact that this disablement may require support ... -
Persons with physical disabilities' experiences of rehabilitation services at community health centres in Cape Town
Matsika, Callista Kanganwiro (University of the Western Cape, 2009)According to the United Nations, more than half a billion people (about 650 million) worldwide are disabled. Disability can have a vast impact on both the individual and the family. Rehabilitation is therefore a fundamental ... -
Physical disabilities among adults with HIV/AIDS being managed by the Makeni home-based carers in Lusaka, Zambia
Mumba, Mumba (University of the Western Cape, 2004)HIV and AIDS are now being considered as a chronic disease. As people live longer the possibility of physical disability increases. This study aimed to investigate the nature of physical disability among HIV/AIDS adults ... -
The profile and outcomes of stroke patients discharged from a hospital In the Eastern Cape
Cunningham, Natalie Lorinda (University of Western Cape, 2012)Stroke is the third leading cause of death and disability worldwide. The Uitenhage Provincial Hospital admits many stroke patients. To date, no in-depth study has been conducted on stroke patients admitted to the Hospital. ... -
Profile of and caregiver experiences of infants with obstetric Erb's Palsy treated at a tertiary institution
Abuaraba, Khadija (University of the Western Cape, 2016)Background: Erb's Palsy results from excessive displacement of the head during birth causing traction on the Brachial plexus. In order to define optimal management for Erb's Palsy, reliable data is needed. Aim: The aim of ... -
Profile of and challenges experienced by stroke patients admitted to Ruhengeri Hospital in Rwanda
Urimubenshi, Gerard (University of the Western Cape, 2009)Stroke is the world's third highest cause of death and a major cause of disability. In order to define optimal management for stroke, reliable data are needed. Although Ruhengeri Hospital in Rwanda receives many stroke ... -
Profile of, and challenges experienced by, stroke patients admitted at Haydom Lutheran hospital, Tanzania
Maqway, Simon Azaria (University of the Western Cape, 2012)Background and aim: Despite the high number of strokes globally, and among people of African origin in particular, there are few available data on stroke in most countries of sub-Saharan African (SSA), including Tanzania. ... -
Quality of service analysis towards development of a model for primary-level maternity care in Ibadan, Nigeria
Aluko, Joel Ojo (University of the Western Cape, 2016)The unacceptable high rate of maternal and neonatal deaths in Nigeria has been persistently unabated. Therefore, the present quality of maternal care evident by the magnitude of severe maternal/neonatal morbidity and ... -
The rehabilitation of stroke patients at community health centres in the Western Cape
Rhoda, Anthea (University of the Western Cape, 2010)The rehabilitation of stroke patients can occur at different settings. These include in-patient settings, such as stroke units or general rehabilitation wards and out-patient settings, such as out-patient departments ... -
Rehabilitation services of persons with disabilities : experiences of patients and service providers in a rehabilitation centre in the Western Cape Province
Kumurenzi, Anne (University of the Western Cape, 2011)Rehabilitation is important for persons living with disabilities as it contributes to their sense of autonomy, self-worth, social participation and improving their quality of life. Improving the quality of rehabilitation ... -
Self-management strategies employed by stroke survivors in the Western Cape, South Africa
Smith, Janine Lynette (University of the Western Cape, 2019)Ischaemic heart disease and stroke were the leading causes of death and disability globally, accounting for a combined 15 million deaths. Disability following a stroke is complex and multidimensional. Disability and ... -
Social support and participation restrictions in patients living with stroke in the Western Cape, South Africa
Elloker, Toughieda (University of the Western Cape, 2016)Cerebro-vascular accidents or stroke remain a leading cause of death worldwide accounting for 5.5 million deaths, leaving individuals disabled in many aspects of functioning. The International Classification of Functioning, ...