Search Results - Democratic Nursing Organisation of South Africa (DENOSA)

Challenges of quality improvement in the healthcare of South Africa post-apartheid : a critical review by Maphumulo, Winnie T., Bhengu, Busisiwe R.

“…Background: There is overwhelming evidence that the quality of health care in South Africa has been compromised by various challenges that impact negatively on…”
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Development of a conceptual framework for teaching-learning of spiritual care in nursing education by Linda, Ntombizodwa S B, Klopper, Hester C, Phetlhu, Deliwe R

“… Conceptual frameworks are not only necessary for maintaining and preserving nursing knowledge through their unique contribution, but they also assist in the…”
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Identifying avoidable causes of perinatal deaths in a district hospital in Lesotho by Nonyane, Rose, Du Plessis, Emmerentia, Clase, Jeannette

“… Certain determinants can be associated with avoidable perinatal deaths, and audits are needed to establish what these determinants are, and what can be done…”
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Psychological distress among South African healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic by Ramlagan, Shandir, Sewpaul, Ronel, Shean, Yolande, Schmidt, Tenielle, North, Alicia, Reddy, Sasiragha P

“…The COVID-19 pandemic has placed immense pressure on healthcare workers (HCWs). This study sought to find the prevalence and factors associated with…”
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Corrigendum: Experiences of healthcare staff in forensic care facilities supporting sexual violence survivors, in Tshwane, South Africa by Randa, Moreoagae B, McGarry, Julie

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The psychosomatic experiences of women who had intrauterine foetal death in rural South Africa by Kharivhe, Martha, Maluleke, Mary, Masutha, Thingahangwi, Thabathe, Takalani, Manyuma, Duppy, Lavhelani, Ndivhaleni, Nemathaga, Muofheni, Ramovha, Muvhango, Netshikweta, Mutshinyalo, Mulaudzi, Mulatedzi

“… Intrauterine foetal death (IUFD) is a traumatic event leading to substantial grief reactions with a variety of experiences in an expectant woman. After…”
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Self-reported incidents of violence towards nurses working in acute psychiatric units by Bekelepi, Ntombiyakhe, Martin, Penelope

“… Acute psychiatric units are found to be stressful working environments because of the nature of illness patients present with.  This study aimed to determine…”
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Use of scenarios to explore conflict management practices of nurse unit managers in public hospitals by Moeta, Mabitja E., du Rand, Suzette M.

“…BACKGROUND: Workplace conflict is common among nurses globally. Learning how to manage it may reduce related adverse consequences. Inappropriate management of…”
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A concept analysis: Support for lay healthcare workers in HIV services, Bojanala District, North West by Pitse, Sarah B., Risenga, Patrone R.

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Nurse educators and student nurses’ perspectives on ways to improve implementation of simulation-based education in Lesotho by Moabi, Pule S., Mtshali, Ntombifiakile G.

“…Background In order to ensure an effective health system, there is a need to recruit, train and deploy a competent nursing workforce. A competent workforce can…”
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Psychiatric nurses' experiences implementing a model for constructive group therapy in mood disorders by Visagie, Hester M P, Temane, Annie, Poggenpoel, Marie

“… In South Africa, various treatment modalities from abroad have been implemented to treat patients with mood disorders. This article is based on a South…”
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Clinical learning of nursing students during the COVID-19 pandemic in Limpopo province, South Africa by Nchabeleng, Linda, Bopape, Mamare A, Manamela, Ledile E, Ntho, Tshepo A

“… The Nursing Education Programme was affected during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, resulting in nursing students being unable to…”
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Barriers and enablers to breast cancer screening in rural South Africa by Sarmah, Nelisha, Sibiya, Maureen N, Khoza, Thandokuhle E

“… The breast cancer burden on the South African healthcare system is severe, with rural South African women often diagnosed at an advanced stage of the disease…”
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Investigating the influencing factors of evidence-based healthcare practice adoption by Motsi, Lovemore

“… In healthcare facilities, evidence-based healthcare practice (EBHP) is becoming more widely acknowledged as a critical element of patient care delivery. An…”
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Midwives' compliance with post-exposure prophylaxis guidelines in Tshwane District, South Africa by Matlala, Mosehle S, Lumadi, Thanyani G

“… Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) remains a major public health concern. Midwifery practitioners as frontline healthcare workers (HCWs) remain susceptible to…”
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Perspectives of practitioners on support for caregivers of children with intellectual disability by Molefe, Lebogang L, Sehularo, Leepile A, Koen, Daleen M

“… Children with profound intellectual disabilities are unable to do anything for themselves and require full-time care in healthcare facilities. While caring…”
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Identity work of public hospital nurses during the COVID-19 pandemic in South Africa by Maseko, Nosipho M, De Braine, Roslyn T

“… Nurses play a remarkable role in our healthcare system and contribute to the wellbeing of communities at large. During the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)…”
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Nurses' perception of epidural services in a Johannesburg academic setting by Mbokazi, Nomalungelo C, Wagner, Janine

“… Labour pain is associated with detrimental maternal and foetal physical and psychological effects. Labour analgesia is a basic right for all women and labour…”
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Nursing managers' perceptions of teamwork and collaboration in mining primary healthcare clinics in Gauteng by Nene, Sanele E

“… Teamwork and collaboration among nursing managers, nurses, doctors and peripheral hospitals treating mining patients is pivotal. A case study of specific…”
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HIV self-management perceptions and experiences of students at one university in South Africa by Tyabazeka, Siseko, Phiri, Wendy, Marie Modeste, Regis R

“… The public health concern posed by HIV in South Africa is significant, particularly among young adults aged 15-34 years. Within this age range, university…”
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