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Prevalence of Under-Five Years of Age Mortality by Infectious Diseases in West African Region
ConclusionThe countries in this region needs to work hard to reduce this burden. This requires huge investment especially the finance and human resource development. (Source: International Journal of Africa Nursing Sciences)
Source: International Journal of Africa Nursing Sciences - November 9, 2019 Category: African Health Source Type: research

The History of Nursing Profession in Ancient Egyptian Society
This article discusses nursing as a health care profession in ancient Egyptian civilization. It explains nurses' social background, their working conditions, their professional functions as well as health and illness beliefs that influenced their professional practice. The current article used the historical research design to answer the pre-mentioned questions in the period dated from circa 3100 BC to the end of the Greco-Roman period 332 BC- 395 AD. The researchers conducted an in-depth review and seeking for information from experts in Egyptology, followed by gathering, drafting, reflecting on, revising, and recording t...
Source: International Journal of Africa Nursing Sciences - November 7, 2019 Category: African Health Source Type: research

The Effect of Simulation Experience on Saudi Nursing Students' Advance Cardiac Life Support Knowledge
ConclusionWe assume that simulation experience can positively influence students' knowledge acquisition. (Source: International Journal of Africa Nursing Sciences)
Source: International Journal of Africa Nursing Sciences - November 6, 2019 Category: African Health Source Type: research

Work environment in the South African Military Health Service experienced by nurses: a qualitative study
ConclusionAccording to the participants, a rigid, authoritarian and controlled military culture contributed to an unhealthy work environment for the practice of military nursing. However, attributes contributing to a healthy work environment were also described by the participants. The study findings provided a basis for recommendations for induction programmes; communication strategies; personal empowerment; planning and optimising adequate resources; and personal and professional development opportunities through conferences, meetings, training and workshops for nurses. (Source: International Journal of Africa Nursing Sciences)
Source: International Journal of Africa Nursing Sciences - November 6, 2019 Category: African Health Source Type: research

A Qualitative Study on Coping Strategies of Young Women living with Breast Cancer in Ghana
ConclusionsYoung women living with breast cancer rely more on God and support from their families, friends and the church in coping with their condition. These young women need to be attended to by multidisciplinary healthcare team the clinical psychologist and a spiritual leader to enable meet their physical, psychosocial and spiritual needs. (Source: International Journal of Africa Nursing Sciences)
Source: International Journal of Africa Nursing Sciences - November 6, 2019 Category: African Health Source Type: research

Impact Of Nimart Training On HIV Management In Ngaka Modiri Molema District, North WEST Province
Conclusion and Recommendations:There is a significant impact of NIMART training on HIV management with regard to increased access to PHC facilities. However, challenges still exist that reveal poor quality of HIV management, non-compliance to guidelines and monitoring of treatment effectiveness despite PNs trained on NIMART. Challenges or barriers that lead to the identified gaps need to be investigated in order to make recommendations that strengthen NIMART training and implementation. (Source: International Journal of Africa Nursing Sciences)
Source: International Journal of Africa Nursing Sciences - October 31, 2019 Category: African Health Source Type: research

Perception Towards Mandatory Continuing Professional Development Programme Among Nurses Working at University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital, Enugu-Nigeria
Conclusion:It was concluded that policy makers should aim at eliminating the barriers faced by nurses and nurses should continue to explore ways to protect public interest in relation to the practice of nursing in Nigeria through update programme. (Source: International Journal of Africa Nursing Sciences)
Source: International Journal of Africa Nursing Sciences - September 13, 2019 Category: African Health Source Type: research

The impact of skilled birth attendants trained on newborn resuscitation in Tanzania: A literature review
Publication date: Available online 12 September 2019Source: International Journal of Africa Nursing SciencesAuthor(s): Linda Wike Ljungblad, Solveig Osland Sandvik, Anne LybergAbstractMillions of newborns die every year worldwide. Prevention of newborn deaths is a huge challenge in developing countries. Objective: This systematic literature review reports the impacts of training skilled birth attendants in newborn resuscitation in Tanzania by answering the review question. Design: Systematic searches were conducted in the period of January to June 2016 from following databases: PubMed, Cochrane Library, Cinahl and Maternit...
Source: International Journal of Africa Nursing Sciences - September 13, 2019 Category: African Health Source Type: research

Prevalence of anti-diabetic medication adherence and determinant factors in Ethiopia: A Systemic Review and Meta-Analysis, 2019
ConclusionThe overall pooled prevalence of anti-diabetic adherence in Ethiopia, was somewhat low. Age and rural residency were the main determinants of anti-diabetic adherence in Ethiopia. (Source: International Journal of Africa Nursing Sciences)
Source: International Journal of Africa Nursing Sciences - September 10, 2019 Category: African Health Source Type: research

The other untold burden of cancer in sub-Saharan Africa: Anxiety and depressive symptoms among family caregivers of adult cancer patients
ConclusionsThe increasing incidence of cancer in SSA has led to high rates of poor mental health (anxiety and depression) among FCGs. Specific FCG and ACP factors can help us to identify FCGs at risk of depression and anxiety for early intervention. (Source: International Journal of Africa Nursing Sciences)
Source: International Journal of Africa Nursing Sciences - August 27, 2019 Category: African Health Source Type: research

Knowledge and Attitude of Nurses’ Towards Patient’s Oral Care at University of Gondar Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, Northwest Ethiopia
ConclusionNurses’ knowledge and attitude towards patients’ oral care were inadequate. Therefore, providing nurses oral health care training is very crucial. (Source: International Journal of Africa Nursing Sciences)
Source: International Journal of Africa Nursing Sciences - August 14, 2019 Category: African Health Source Type: research

Nurses’ perceptions of caring and uncaring nursing encounters in inpatient rehabilitation settings in South Africa: A qualitative descriptive study
ConclusionCaring nursing encounters promoted positive patient care experiences, easing their rehabilitation journey, while uncaring nursing encounters elicited strong negative emotions, giving patients feelings of being denied compassionate care.RecommendationNurses must constantly encourage the rehabilitation patient to stay positive in the rehabilitation journey and empower them to self-manage their conditions. Nurses must strive to strike a balance in caring by building trust with rehabilitation patients and encourage them to air their grievances regarding uncaring nursing encounters as they happen. (Source: Internation...
Source: International Journal of Africa Nursing Sciences - August 10, 2019 Category: African Health Source Type: research

Sociodemographic factors associated with mothers’ experiences of psychosocial care and communication by midwives during childbirth in Nairobi, Kenya
ConclusionAttention to the use of respectful language and adherence to clear communication must be an integral part of quality improvement for midwifery care in Kenya. (Source: International Journal of Africa Nursing Sciences)
Source: International Journal of Africa Nursing Sciences - August 6, 2019 Category: African Health Source Type: research

Types of ICT applications used and the skills’ level of nursing students in higher education: A cross-sectional survey
ConclusionThe use of technology in nursing education is essential to prepare future nurses for the information technology-rich workplace. (Source: International Journal of Africa Nursing Sciences)
Source: International Journal of Africa Nursing Sciences - July 20, 2019 Category: African Health Source Type: research

Factors inhibiting implementation of integrated management of childhood illnesses (IMCI) in Primary health care (PHC) facilities in Mafikeng sub-district
ConclusionThe study revealed that professional nurses need effective support, mentoring and supervision throughout IMCI implementation by the Mother, Child and Women Health (MCWH) coordinators. Caregivers and mothers need to know the importance of providing a comprehensive child history to professional nurses and therefore they need to be encouraged to disclose all relevant information during the IMCI process. (Source: International Journal of Africa Nursing Sciences)
Source: International Journal of Africa Nursing Sciences - July 20, 2019 Category: African Health Source Type: research