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The communication needs of young and old cerebrovascular accident survivors
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2018-03)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Cerebrovascular accidents (CVAs) are a growing epidemic in developing countries such as South Africa, resulting in an increase in CVA-related morbidity, which includes communication impairments. CVAs have ...
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The perceptions of nurses regarding the communication and cognition of persons with mild Alzheimer’s dementia, within the Tygerberg district of Cape Town
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-12)ENGLISH SUMMARY : This South African study aimed to determine the perceptions of a group of nurses regarding the care of mild Alzheimer’s dementia (AD), with specific reference to the communication and cognitive abilities ...
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Should we use philosophy to teach clinical communication skills?
(AOSIS Publishing, 2016)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Effective communication between the doctor and patient is crucial for good quality health care. Yet, this form of communication is often problematic, which may lead to several negative consequences for ...
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The effect of audio recorded stories on novel word acquisition by children using a non-standard dialect of English
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2017-03)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Purpose: This study investigated young children’s acquisition of novel words presented within audio recorded stories and their ability to understand and use these novel words. Method: Participants were ...
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The perceptions of a group of Sesotho mothers, from a low socio-economic group in the Free State, on early literacy
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2016-12)ENGLISH SUMMARY : South Africa’s education system is under scrutiny regarding the continuous poor reading performance of pupils in primary schools. South African Grade 4 and 5 pupils continue to score below the international ...
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Navigating professional roles in early literacy intervention: exploring the experiences of speech language therapy students, teachers and clinical tutors
(AOSIS Publishing, 2015)Speech-language therapists (SLTs) in South Africa are increasingly considering alternative models of service delivery to children at risk for language and literacy development delays. A transprofessional model of collaboration ...
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Exploring risk factors associated with potential hearing loss in Namibian Class A mines
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2015-04)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: In developing countries, like Namibia, there is limited data pertaining to the number of individuals with hearing loss and its associated factors. This study aimed to determine the prevalence of potential ...
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The effect of two different visual presentation modalities on the narratives of mainstream grade 3 children
(AOSIS Publishing, 2013-11)Objective: This study investigated whether a dynamic visual presentation method (a soundless animated video presentation) would elicit better narratives than a static visual presentation method (a wordless picture ...
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Costs involved in using a cochlear implant in South Africa
(AOSIS Publishing, 2012-12)Cochlear implantation is an expensive but effective lifelong intervention for individuals with a severe-to-profound hearing loss. The primary aim of this study was to survey the short- and long-term costs of cochlear ...
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A description and analysis of the organisational capacity of the rehabilitation services at TC Newman Community Day Centere
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2014-04)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Rehabilitation services, mainly rendered by therapists employed by the Department of Health, forms a critical part of the Primary Health Care (PHC) package of care. Different policies, within the ...
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A revision of a maternal interview questionnaire used in fetal alcohol spectrum disorder prevention programmes in South Africa
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2014-04)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: This study was done in collaboration with the Foundation for Alcohol Related Research (FARR), a non-governmental organization whose primary objective is to develop and maintain Fetal Alcohol Spectrum ...
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An analysis of the organizational framework of rehabilitation services at a community health centre in the Western Cape
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2014-04)ENGLISH ABSTRACT:Background In the past, a lack of policy guidelines in the area of rehabilitation often resulted in underdeveloped or no rehabilitation services in many areas. This led to the development of The South ...
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An exploration of burn survivors' experiences of pressure garment therapy at Tygerberg Academic Hospital
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2014-04)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Introduction: Pressure garment therapy (PGT) forms a significant part of burn rehabilitation. It is most commonly used to treat hypertrophic scars but the benefits of this intervention remain questionable. ...
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Reasons for including/excluding learners with permanent mobility impairments in mainstream high schools in East London
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2014-04)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Internationally, ensuring that all persons, in particular the vulnerable and marginalised, have access to their human rights is advocated now more than ever. Access to education is one of these rights. ...
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The role of psychosocial counselling in the lives of parents of children with neurodevelopmental disabilities treated at Tygerberg Academic Hospital
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2013-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Having a child with neurodevelopmental disabilities has a significant impact on the well-being of parents, including experiencing distress and enduring emotional, financial and physical pressure, due to ...
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To evaluate and make recommendations for improvement to the MBChB Rehabilitation Programme of the University of Stellenbosch
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2012-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The Centre for Rehabilitation Studies, Faculty Health Sciences, University of ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Stellenbosch, South Africa, delivers a rehabilitation training programme to its MBChB students. The aim of ...
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Rehabilitation outcomes of uninsured stroke survivors in the Helderberg Basin
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2012-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Introduction: Rehabilitation is recognised as important in helping stroke survivors achieve their highest levels of functional independence and best quality of life. Conversely, a lack of rehabilitation ...
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Hazard sign comprehension among illiterate adults
(Department of General Linguistics, University of Stellenbosch, 2007)No abstract available.
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An investigation into the impact of a community-based rehabilitation intervention strategy on persons with physical disabilities in an urban and rural setting in Zambia
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2005-04)ENGLISH ABSTRACT:The decentralisation of health care services in the primary health care system poses a challenge to the delivery of care to the communities in Zambia. Little is being done in the Ministry of Health to ...
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Disability profiles and needs of disability grant recipients in Kleinmond, Western Cape, South Africa / Annette Freig.
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2000-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The South African National Census (1996) reports a disability prevalence of 6,6% in South Africa. In November 1999 the government paid out 635 881 temporary or permanent disability grants. Legislation ...
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Knowledge, attitudes and practices of parents/guardians of children with disabilities on abuse of children with disabilities, in the Willowvale area, Eastern Cape Province, South Africa
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2012-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Child abuse is a problem worldwide and also a serious problem in South Africa. Recent statistics revealed an increase in reported cases. Incidence of abuse is difficult to determine accurately but there ...
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What are the needs of people with physical disabilities in the district of Butterworth, and how accessible are available resources to them
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2012-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: This was an investigation into the needs of people with physical disabilities in the district of Butterworth, and their accessibility to available resources, conducted with the aim of improving service ...
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Exploration of the coping strategies of parents/care-givers in the management of health and rehabilitation problems of their disabled children
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2012-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: This is a descriptive, phenomenological, qualitative study which explores the experiences of and coping strategies employed by the parents/caregivers of disabled children in the management of their care, ...
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The prevalence of burnout among therapy staff employed in life health care rehabilitation units
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2012-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Rehabilitation therapists are at risk for burnout as a result of their emotionally challenging and stressful jobs. No South African studies could be found that focus on burnout in therapists who work in ...
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Employment of people with disabilites in the hospitality sector, Cape Town, South Africa : a multiple case study
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2012-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Several legislative documents that promote the inclusion and economic integration of persons with disabilities have been introduced over the previous two decades in South Africa. However, it is still ...
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The attitudes of Sakhisizwe local service area community towards people with disabilities
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2012-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: A qualitative study was utilised as it was appropriate for the study of attitudes of non-disabled people of Sakhisizwe towards people with disabilities (PWDs). This case study set out to: investigate the ...
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The patterns of development in generated narratives of a group of typically developing South African children aged 5 to 9 years
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2012-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Narrative skills have found to be a predictor of academic success with clear correlations to later reading and writing abilities in children. The quality of narratives and the language disorders displayed ...
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Description and evaluation of the rehabilitation programme for persons with lower limb amputations at Elangeni, Paarl, South Africa
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2012-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Lower limb amputations cause multiple physical, psychological, environmental and socioeconomic barriers. Individuals who have suffered a lower limb amputation require comprehensive rehabilitation to ...
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Long-term cost implications for cochlear implant recipients
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2011-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Cochlear implantation is an expensive but cost-effective intervention which must be used for life. It can provide individuals with severe-to-profound hearing loss improved sound perception in comparison ...
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The organisation of comprehensive audiological services in the Cape Province
(Health and Medical Publishing Group (HMPG), 1975)There is an urgent need for comprehensive audiological services in South Africa to deal adequately with the problems of clinical, industrial and social medicine. The organisation built up in and around the Tygerberg Hospital ...
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