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A study to determine the association between 5 minute APGAR Scores in term newborns and mortality neonatal encephalopathy and neurodevelopment at eight weeks postnatal age, at the University Teaching Hospital
(University of Zambia, 2016)In 1952, Virginia Apgar devised a system of scores as a means of evaluating the physical condition of the newborn immediately after birth. The Apgar score has since been accepted for use to assess newborns in almost all ... -
A study to determine the attitude of health workers at St Francis hospital (Katete) towards Legalization of induced abortion in Zambia.
(2014-05-05)The objective of the study was to determine the attitude of Health Workers at St Francis Hospital in Katete towards legalization of abortion in Zambia. Literature review for the study looked at the opinion of Health Workers ... -
A study to determine the attitudes of nurses on post exposure prophylaxis at Chipata General Hospital
(2013-02-15)ABSTRACT Post Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) is an important infection prevention method in relation to combating HIV/AIDS pandemic which has affected the whole world, including Zambia. Research studies are being done to find ... -
A study to determine the attitudes of women in the child bearing age towards voluntary HIV testing in lusaka urban.
(2012-11-28)The aim of this study was to determine the attitudes of women in the child bearing age toward voluntary HIV testing which is one of the prophylaxis measures in the transmission of HIV to unborn children. The study was ... -
A study to determine the challenges faced by HIV positive persons in disclosing HIV status to their partners.
(2014-08-27)The aim of the study was "To determine the challenges faced by HIV positive persons in disclosing their status to their partners. The study was conducted in Lusaka which is the capital city of Zambia. Fifty respondents ... -
A study to determine the clinical profile and mortality predictors of adult patients presenting with diabetes Ketoacidosis at the University Teaching Hospital in Lusaka,Zambia
(2015-11-24)Background: Diabetes ketoacidosis (DKA) is one of the commonly encountered diabetes mellitus emergencies in hospital setups. In Zambia, there is currently no published data on DKA. This study aimed to define the clinical ... -
A study to determine the community perception of the neighbourhood health committee functions in Kasama urban district.
(2014-04-26)The study aimed to determine the community perception towards the Neighborhood Health Committee (NHC) functions in Kasama Urban District. The NHCs are indirectly responsible for the rise in disease burden as they are ... -
A Study to Determine the Contributing Factors to the High Prevalence of Tuberculosis among Nurses in the University Teaching Hospital in Lusaka, Zambia
(2012-08-02)This study was undertaken in order to identify the contributing factors to the high prevalence of Tuberculosis among nurses in UTH in order to design strategies for prevention of tuberculosis among nurses. It was noted ... -
A study to determine the coping mechanisms of parents who have children with sickle cell disease at the university teaching hospital,Lusaka.
(2014-06-18)The main objective of this study was to determine the coping mechanisms of parents who have children with sickle cell disease. The specific objectives were: to determine the level of coping by parents whose children have ... -
A study to determine the diagnostic accuracy of fine needle aspiration cytology of thyroid nodules at two tertiary hospitals in Zambia: a cross-sectional study
(The University of Zambia, 2015)Introduction Thyroid nodules are one of the common surgical presentations in Africa and are of great concern because of their potential to be malignant. Zambia is not excluded from these common surgical conditions, and ... -
A study to determine the ethiology and outcome of adult patients presenting with Sepsis
(2012-10-15)BACKGROUND Sepsis accounts for a significant burden of morbidity and mortality. In developed countries, it has been implicated as the second leading cause of non-cardiac death. Mortality from sepsis is on the increase ... -
A study to determine the factors associated with the inadequate staffing levels of nurses at UTH Lusaka, Zambia.
(2013-08-23)The aim of the study was to determine factors associated to the inadequate nursing staffing levels at UTH. Data was collected from a sample of 50 respondents drawn from the hospital departments, comprising of 25 Enrolled ... -
A study to determine the factors associated with underutilisation of postnatal care services among postpartum women in mazabuka district.
(2012-11-15)The postpartum period constitutes a critical period for the mother and her newborn, during which physiological and emotional adjustments take place. Postnatal period covers the six weeks after delivery. During this period ... -
A study to determine the factors contributing to an increase in abortions in Chingola
(2013-09-25)The purpose of this study was to determine the factors that contribute to increase in the number of abortions among the reproductive age group in Chingola District.Abortions is a major concern both globally and in the ... -
A study to determine the functional outcomes of arthroscopic surgical management of meniscal injuries via the Lysholm Knee Scale at the Zambian Italian Orthopedic Hospital in Lusaka
(University of Zambia, 2016)Arthroscopy is performed to evaluate or treat many orthopaedic conditions of which meniscal injuries are a huge part (Richmond et al, 2009). It is a minimally invasive procedure which is both diagnostic and therapeutic. ... -
A study to determine the historical pattern of non-traumatic ileo-cecal perforations and to evaluate the XPER MTB/RIF assay for rapid diagnosis of intestinal TB at the University Teaching Hospital, Lusaka
(The University of Zambia, 2015)Intestinal Perforations(IP) are a common cause of generalized peritonitis, the fecal contamination and overwhelming sepsis that result lead to high morbidity and mortality. Primary infectious causes include Typhoid and ... -
A study to determine the impact of health education on pregnant women who attend outreach clinics in Katete district
(2012-08-08)This study was conducted to determine the impact of health education on pregnant women who attended outreach clinics in Katele District. A comparative cross-sectional study with a structured interview schedule for the women ... -
A study to determine the knowledge and attitude of parents/guardians towards te mentally retarded children: A case for chainama day centre and F-ward.
(2014-02-07)The aim of the study was to determine the knowledge, attitude of parents/guardians towards the mentally retarded children. The study was conducted at Chainama Hills Hospital. A descriptive, explorative and non-experimental ... -
A study to determine the knowledge and attitude of school going children on child sexual abuse in Lusaka Urban.
(2013-08-15)The nature of the problem of sexual abuse of children is intertwined with the issue of victim's secrecy and brings forth feelings of revulsion or disbelief. These have caused professionals to shy away from the problem ... -
A study to determine the knowledge and incidence of malaria among pregnant mothers at mbereshi rural health centre,kawambwa district.
(2013-08-01)The aim of the study was to determine the knowledge and incidence of malaria among pregnant mothers. Most of the literature revealed that malaria is a public health problem. It is on an increase in tropical countries ...