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Utility Of Routine Chest Radiographs In Kenya
(University of NairobiSchool of Medicine, 2013-08)Background Many otherwise healthy Kenyans are required to obtain chest radiographs as part of routine medical examination. The main reason is exclusion of Pulmonary TB , a condition of significant public health concern ... -
Utility of Spatial Planning as a Tool for Regulating Tourism Activities in Kenya’s Land-sea Interface for Sustainable Blue Economy
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Coastal tourism is one of the main driving sectors of the blue economy followed by oil and gas, minerals, blue carbon and fisheries. In Kenya, it constitutes a vital developmental aspect characterized by leisure and ... -
Utility of total lymphocyte count as a surrogate marker for cd4 cell count in HIV infected children
(Department of Paediatrics, College of Health Sciences, University of Nairobi, Kenya., 2007)With the HIV pandemic and highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART) expanding,there is need to evaluate less expensive, more available and accessible bio- methods for detecting level of immunosuppression. WHO guidelines ... -
Utility of total lymphocyte count as a surrogate marker for CD4+ T cell count in the initiation of haart at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of NairobiCollege of Health Sciences, 2006-07)Objectives: To evaluate Total Lymphocyte Count as a surrogate marker for CD4 + T cell count in ARV treatment initiation in a Kenyan population of HIV sero-positive patients at Kenyatta National Hospital. STUDY DESIGN ... -
The utility of transperineal ultrasound in anorectal malformation: a cross-sectional analytical study at the Kenyatta National and Referral Hospital.
(University of Nairobi, 2016)INTRODUCTION: Imaging in anorectal malformations (ARM) has evolved over the years to include ultrasound and magnetic resonance imaging. However the pressure colostogram has remained as the widely accepted ‗gold standard‘ ... -
Utility of triage early warning scores in the care of critically ill surgical patients at kenyatta national hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Critical illness is a life-threatening condition involving one or more organ systems resulting in significant morbidity or mortality. Often, it is preceded by a period of physiological deterioration. Such early signs of ... -
The utility of white blood cell counts in differential diagnosis of acute respiratory tract infections in children treated at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2011)Background: Most upper respiratory tract infections (UR'ITs) in children have a viral cause. resolve spontaneously and in most cases do not require laboratory investigations for diagnosis. Acute lower respiratory tract ... -
Utilization of new ICTs in communication among University students in Kenya: A case study of University of Nairobi journalism students
(Department of Arts- Journalism, 2009)This study set to investigate the utilization of new Information and Communication Technologies (lCTs) in communication among journalism students at the University of Nairobi. Data was collected using self administered ... -
Utilization of harzadous industrial alumina and iron wastes in the cement manufacturing process
(Department of Arts, 2004)This research was conducted with a major aim of improving cement raw material mineralogical composition; hence produce affordable and better quality cement. Limestone is a major component in the cement manufacturing ... -
The Utilization of a Case Study of Kenya’s Irrigation Potential Kibirigwi Irrigation Scheme
(University of Nairobi, 1984)This study is mainly concerned with evaluating a Small Scale Irrigation Scheme, Kibirigwi,1ocated in Kirinyaga district,, one of Kenya's high agricultural potential areas., The main objective of the study., is to add to ... -
Utilization of above ground net Primary production by herbivores in Mukogodo rangelands, Laikipia,Kenya
(1996)The amounts and proportion of above ground net primary production of the herb layer utilized were investigated in the Mukogodo rangelands of Laikipia Kenya. Two private (01 Jogi and Loldaiga) and two conununal group ... -
Utilization of antenatal care and delivery services in Kenya
(Department of Population Studies & Research Institute, University of Nairobi, 2007)Kenya as a nation has put its efforts in improving maternal health more so reproductive health. There are free antenatal care services offered to all women though the same cannot be said of delivery care where women pay ... -
Utilization of Antenatal Care Services, Nutrition status and Dietary diversity in pregnancy: a case study of Pumwani Maternity Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2020)A woman’s nutritional status has a major bearing on whether her pregnancy has a healthy course and outcome. Nutrient adequacy and better health outcomes in pregnant women are determined by their dietary diversity which is ... -
Utilization of Antenatal Corticosteroids for Improving Neonatal Outcomes in Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Background: Antenatal corticosteroids (ACS) are well recognized as a key mediator in decreasing the adverse complications of preterm birth. Preterm newborns are more likely to experience both short-term and long-term ... -
Utilization of bean leaves as a cheap source of vitamin a, iron and zinc in the diet
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Varieties of legumes are recognized as an important source of protein and dietary minerals by a number of ethnic groups in East, South and Central Africa. Among the legume that is preferred by most Africans are the bean ... -
Utilization of Built Environment to Address Food Poverty in Public Schools in Mombasa County
(University of Nairobi, 2023)feeding programmes have played a vital role in facilitating meals for many pupils in public primary and pre-primary schools in Kenya since 1980. The role of schools in the society has evolved becoming multi-sectoral through ... -
Utilization of catheter associated urinary tract infection bundle among critical care nurses - Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Majority if not all patients admitted in the Critical Care Units (CCU) have indwelling urinary catheters. These catheters stay for the entire period that these patients are admitted, hence the risk of developing Catheter ... -
Utilization of Catheter Associated Urinary Tract Infection Bundle Among Critical Care Nurses - Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Background Majority if not all patients admitted in the Critical Care Units (CCU) have indwelling urinary catheters. These catheters stay for the entire period that these patients are admitted, hence the risk of developing ... -
Utilization of cloud database on criminal background check
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The rate of Criminal background check has recently gone high in Kenya. Career candidates have been subjected to pre-screening they are engaged by employers. Employers have been slack in hiring or retaining employees who ... -
Utilization of Concrete Waste in the Manufacture of Portland Pozzolana Cement
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Concrete waste is a subclass of construction and demolition waste composed of hydrated cement, coarse, and fine aggregates. It bears its origin from the construction and demolition of concrete structures. The purpose of ...