Browsing School of Nursing by Author "Faculty of Community and Health Sciences"
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An nvestigation into the knowledge and compliance with standard precautions amongst nurses in Tygerberg Hospital in the Western Cape
Duminy, Joanneil Merl (University of the Western Cape, 2010)Everyday thousands of nurses are rendering bedside nursing care in health care settings as a result they are exposed to blood, body fluids and sharp objects that are contaminated with Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C and HIV. ... -
The perceptions, knowledge and experiences of breast-feeding women living with HIV/AIDS in the Oshakati district - Northern Namibia
Kalimba, Hilma Ndesheetulua (University of the Western Cape, 2007)Women, who are HIV-positive, may transmit the virus to their babis during labour and through breast milk. HIV-positive mothers have to be counselled and encouraged to make informed decisions about the feeding of their ... -
A phenomenological study of vicarious trauma experienced by caregivers working with children in a place of safety in the Western Cape
Booysen, Barbara Philidia Ruth (University of the Western Cape, 2005)The aim of this study was to investigate vicarious trauma experienced by caregivers working with children in residential care, who were victims of sexual abuse or assault. The objectives of the study were to determine the ... -
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 ... -
Stress and coping strategies amongst registered nurses working in a South African tertiary hospital
Makie, Veronica Vatiswa (University of the Western Cape, 2006)A survey of the literature revealed that althougth a great deal of research has been carried out relating to stress and coping internationally, little has been written about nurses in South Africa. The aim of this study ... -
A systematic review on maternal and neonatal outcomes of ingested herbal and homeopathic remedies used during pregnancy, birth and breastfeeding
Boltman, Haaritha (University of the Western Cape, 2005)Herbal and homeopathic compounds have been used to aid in childbearing and pregnancy for centuries. Much of this information is anecdotal and lacks scientific support, making it difficult to evaluate safety and efficacy. ... -
Workplace violence: an exploratory study into nurses interpretations and responses to violence and abuse in trauma and emergency departments
Kennedy, Maureen Angeline (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 ...