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The adaptation of an appropriate screening tool for the early detection of malnutrition in individuals with intellectual disability (ID) in a psychiatric hospital in North West Province (South Africa)
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2012-12)
ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Background: Considering the myriad of risk factors causing nutritional deficiency, as well as the prevalence of malnutrition and feeding problems experienced by individuals with intellectual disability ...
The role of fructose restriction in addition to dietary modifications for weight loss and lifestyle improvement, on fertility outcome and other markers of metabolic syndrome (MS), in obese women with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2012-12)
ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The role of fructose restriction in addition to dietary modifications for weight loss and lifestyle improvement, on fertility outcome and other markers of metabolic syndrome, in obese women with polycystic ...
Determination of the most effective nutritional risk screening tool to predict clinical outcomes in intensive care unit patients
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2012-12)
ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Introduction: Malnutrition, as defined by the Malnutrition Universal Screening Tool (MUST), Mini-Nutritional Assessment-Short Form (MNA-SF), Subjective Global Assessment (SGA), Nutritional Risk Screening ...
Do registered South African dietitians require standardised ethics update courses to comply with CPD requirements for ethics points
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2012-03)
ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Continuous Professional Development (CPD) is a tool to develop and maintain professional competence and to facilitate lifelong learning. CPD is compulsory for health professionals in South Africa, and has ...
Body composition of rheumatoid arthritis patients and their perceptions and practices regarding diet, nutritional supplements and other treatments
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2011-12)
ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Introduction
Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is a chronic, inflammatory, autoimmune disorder characterized by inflammation of
the joints and surrounding tissue causing pain, swelling and stiffness. Studies ...
Aspects of the involvement, confidence and knowledge of South African registered dietitians regarding genetics and nutritional genomics
(Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2011-03)
ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Introduction: Nutritional genomics is a new and emerging field aimed at investigating the complex interactions between genetics and diet and the joint influence this has on disease prevention and health ...
Dietary risk assessment of Discovery Health Medical Aid’s vitality members in South Afric
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2014-04)
ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Background: The rising prevalence of non-communicable diseases (NCD) is cause for concern. Improving dietary quality is a key health promotion strategy aimed at reducing NCD morbidity and mortality. ...
The impact of intravenous fluid and electrolyte administration on total fluid, electrolyte and energy intake in critically ill adult patients
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2013-12)
ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Objectives: The objectives of this study were to determine the nutritional content/ contribution of intravenous (IV) fluid and electrolyte administration on the total feeding prescription of intensive ...
The association between glycaemic control and lifestyle habits in adults with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus attending selected private health care practices in Thabazimbi, Limpopo Province.
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2013-12)
ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Introduction: Intensive lifestyle intervention in people with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) is associated with weight loss, significant reductions in HbA1c% and a reduction in cardiovascular disease ...
Aspects of nutritional knowledge, attitudes and practices of nurses working at the surgical division at the Kenyatta National Hospital, Kenya
(Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2006-12)
INTRODUCTION: Adequate nutrition is required for patients to improve and maintain their health. Nurses are in one of the best positions to ensure adequate nutrition because of their holistic caring role. The aim of the ...