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The use of automated integrated management of childhood illness guidelines in primary health care in the Western Cape in South Africa
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2012-12)
Introduction
Under-5 year mortality in South Africa is increasing and effectiveness of primary care is a key factor. Adherence to IMCI guidelines by primary care nurses is critical. The IMCI guidelines provide a standardized ...
Reasons for encouter and diagnoses at primary care level in the North West Province : a prospective cross sectional survey
(Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2010-01)
Introduction
Primary health care in South Africa is predominantly provided by clinics and Community Health Centres (CHC). These primary care facilities are situated in the community to ensure accessibility to care. 1 As ...
Reasons for encounter and diagnoses at primary care level in Klipfontein subdistrict, Cape Town metropole.
(Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2011-12)
ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Aim: To enumerate the reasons for encounter (RFE) and the diagnoses (pre-existing or new) of patients seen in Klipfontein sub-district of the Western Cape.
Design: Prospective, cross-sectional ...
Reasons for encounter and diagnosis in patients seen in Limpopo Province primary health care : a prospective cross-sectional survey
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2010-12)
ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Introduction
Since 1994 the South African health care system has been undergoing considerable transformation as new health challenges emerges locally and globally. Limpopo and Mopani primary healthcare ...
Advance directives or living wills- some reflections from general practitioners and frail care coordinators in a small town in KwaZulu Natal
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2012-12)
Background: - Living wills have long been associated with end-of- life care. This study explored the promotion and use of living wills amongst general practitioners and frail care nursing coordinators directly involved in ...
The development and evaluation of a portfolio of learning in the workplace for postgraduate family medicine education in South Africa
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2014-04)
ENGLISH ABSTRACT: A portfolio of learning is one way of showing evidence of performance over a period of time. Worldwide, the need for social accountability and health services reforms has led to an increased interest in ...
Evaluation of the “take five school” an education programme for people with type 2 diabetes in the Eden district, Western Cape
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2013-03)
ENGLISH ABSTRACT : INTRODUCTION
Education, motivation and support are seen as key components in the care for people with diabetes and the use of a structured education programme is part of the recommended standard care ...
Attitudes to sexual coercion and rape within the Anglican Church, Cape Town: a cross sectional survey
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2012-03)
ENGLISH SUMMARY : Introduction: In South Africa 5.6-5.9 million people are currently living with HIV/AIDS, making South Africa the country in the world with the largest number of people living with HIV/AIDS. Despite numerous ...
EVALUATING POINT OF CARE TESTING FOR GLYCOSYLATED HAEMOGLOBIN IN PRIMARY CARE FACILITIES IN THE WESTERN CAPE
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2015-12-10)
Introduction: Diabetes Mellitus makes a significant contribution to the burden of disease in South Africa. Monitoring of glycaemic control with HbA1c is imperative in the management of diabetes. Presently, there are no ...
Reasons for encounter and diagnosis in patients seen in Frances Baard District public primary care: a prospective cross sectional study
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2011-12)
ENGLISH SUMMARY : Background: Information on the patient provider encounter, in terms of the most prevalent reasons for encounter and diagnoses at the primary care level, may help not only to improve the quality and ...