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Nursing in mental health; in Ndetei et al Clinical psychiatry in African context Nairobi
(University of Nairobi,, 2005) -
Nursing research and evidence based practice: assessment, educational intervention and its outcome at Kenyatta national hospital, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Background: Nurses need not only to rely on their history and experience but also to critically examine what in nursing practice has beneficial outcomes for clients and which intervention works best (Roxburgh, 2006). ... -
Obsterical and gynaecological case records and commentaries
(University of NairobiObsterics and gynaecology, 1988-11)No abstract available -
Orbital Tumours: A radiological and histologic correlation
(University of NairobiFaculty of medicine, 2009)Introduction Orbital tumours constitute a heterogeneous array of benign and malignant lesions. These tumours lead to morbidity and mortality in affected patients. Diagnosis of orbital tumours depends on appropriate imaging ... -
Outcome of glaucoma surgery at Mombasa Light House for Christ Eye Centre
(University of Nairobi, 2009)OBJECTIVES: The main objective was to evaluate the outcome of glaucoma surgeries in a centre for eye care in Kenya. The main outcomes were intraocular pressure control, changes of the cup: disc ratio, visual field (VF) ... -
Outcome of skeletal traction in patients with femoral shaft fractures at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of NairobiDepartment of Medicine, 2013)Background: - Road traffic accidents are a leading cause of trauma in Kenya (1). Many of the victims have multiple injuries with a significant proportion having femoral fractures (2). While early fracture fixation ... -
Output and visual outcome of cataract surgery in the University of Nairobi outreach programme at litein
(University of Nairobi, 2001-11-22)No Abstract -
Pathways to Mental Health Care Barriers and Management Experiences of Adults Living With Mental Illness in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018) -
Patients' perceptions regarding nursing care in the general surgical wards at kenyatta national hospital
(University of NairobiSchool of Nursing, 2012)Background: Nursing care is a major component of the health services because it is one of the determinants of quality health services. The anecdotal patients' care evaluation and media reports have portrayed negative ... -
Pattern of adult appendicular skeleton fractures at a teaching and referral hospital.
(University of Nairobi, 2015-08)BACKGROUND: Trauma is a public health burden resulting in increased morbidity, mortality and disability for the survivors. Musculoskeletal trauma results in dramatic, distracting and life threatening injuries. No study ... -
Pattern of corneal curvature, axial length and IOL power values in children under five years withcataracts at Kikuyu eye unit
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Objectives: - The aim of the study was to determine the pattern of corneal curvature, axial length and IOL power in children under five years with congenital or developmental cataracts. Design: - Retrospective ... -
Pattern of glaucoma among adult somali patients aitending lions Sight first eye hospital nairobi, Kenya
(University Of NairobiCollege of Health Sciences, 2010)Study design: Hospital based cross-sectional study Objectives: To determine the patterns of Glaucoma among adult Somali patients in Lions First Sight Eye Hospital and to determine some of the associated risk factors ... -
The pattern of laparascopic findings and management offered to women with infertility at the Kenyatta National Hospital 2009-2013:A retrospective cross sectional study
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Background Infertility is a common condition with important medical and socioeconomic implications. Infertility affects 10 to 15 percent of reproductive-aged couples worldwide. In Kenya the exact magnitude is not known ... -
The pattern of radiological findings in upper limb injury as seen at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2006)Upper limb injuries are a major cause of morbidity, with consequent loss in terms of man-working hours (9,12). A large population is affected and there are broad social, economic and health implications (5,6,8,9,10,16,18). ... -
The pattern of radiological presentation of lower urinary tract obstruction at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of NairobiSchool of Medicine, 1991-02)A one year prospective study was done on 82 patients who presented to x-ray department, Kenyatta National Hospital with a clinical diagnosis of lower urinary tract obstruction. Forty-nine patients had micturating cysto ... -
Pattern of superficial surgical site infection after elective orthopaedic surgery at Kikuyu P.C.E.A Orthopaedic Rehabilitation Center.
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Background: Surgical site infection (SSI) is the commonest complication of surgery with prevalence rates as high as 20% in the USA. 10 SSIs are a leading cause of morbidity and mortality as well as increase in economic ... -
Patterns of knee, hip and hand osteoarthritis in Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Background: Osteoarthritis (OA) is one of the most common chronic rheumatic disorders and is associated with significant morbidity and disability. Few studies examined the spectrum of rheumatic diseases in subSaharan Africa. ... -
Perceptions and Practiceson Household Disposal Patterns of Unused Medicines in South C Area of Nairobi City County
(University of Nairobi, 2017)As access to medicines increase, bulks of medicines become unused and are kept at home. Unsafe drug disposal can have a direct negative impact on public safety, the environment, and the health care services. The responsibility ... -
The performance of enrolled community nurses in the management of child morbidity at an integrated maternal child health clinic
(College of Health Sciences, University of Nairobi, 1980)