African Journal of Nursing and Midwifery

African Journal of Nursing and Midwifery ISSN 2756-3332 Vol. 10 (1), pp. 001-007, January, 2022. © International Scholars Journals

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Reforms in higher nursing education in High Medical School of Bitola by Bologna declaration

Elizabeta Popova-Ramova¹* and Anastasika Poposka²

¹Department of Physical Therapy and Nurse Education, University “St. Kliment Ohridski” Bitola, Republic of Macedonia.

²Orthopedic Clinic, Medical Faculty, Skopje, University “Ss Cyril and Methodius”, Skopje, Republic of Macedonia.

Accepted 09 May, 2021

Abstract

Nursing education in Europe and North America was reviewed, together with European Commission directives and regulations and pertinent World Health Organization documents. The new practical models for education are preferred. The aim of our research is to analyze the effect of education of nurses with faculty degree using one actual health activity. A total of 65 students in their third year of theoretical and practical courses were included. We made the evaluation before and after two months of the education. The analyses of the responses in the questionnaire showed a significant increase of the theoretical (p<0.05) and practical knowledge (p<0.01). In order to evaluate the effectiveness of the education, it is necessary to choose an educational model that will offer reflexive information from the students. Choosing current medical topic and following the standards of prevention in treatment is one important segment of the health system in every country.

Key words: Education model, nursing practice, medical standards.

African Journal of Nursing and Midwifery ISSN: 2756-3332 Vol. 9 (8), pp. 001-007, August, 2021. © International Scholars Journals

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Level of client’s satisfaction on the antenatal care services at Winneba Hospital in the Central Region of Ghana 

Christiana Asiedu

College of Education Studies, Faculty of Science and Technology Education, Department of Science Education, Health Science Education Unit, University of Cape Coast, Ghana.

Corresponding author. E-mail: casiedu@ucc.edu.gh

Accepted 29, August, 2021

Abstract

Coverage of antenatal care (ANC) in Ghana is a success story but the challenge is the level of client satisfaction. The purpose of the study was to assess the level of client’s satisfaction on ANC service at Winneba Municipal Hospital in the Central Region of Ghana. The study was a cross-sectional survey that employed quantitative approach. Questionnaire was used to collect the data from 200 pregnant women attending ANC clinic. Systematic sampling technique was used. Descriptive and Chi-square statistics were done to analyze the data. About 89% of the clients were satisfied with the ANC service they received. Majority of the respondents indicated that some of the staff have good attitude (87%), and the environment was clean (86%). There was significant association between age (X² = 8.038; p = 0.018), parity (X² = 10.901; p = 0.012), and gravidity (X² = 13.147; p = 0.001) and the level of client satisfaction with ANC service provision. It was concluded that client’s satisfaction was high, and attitude of staff was good. Factors that influence client’s satisfaction were age, parity and gravida. In-service training should be done for all the staff to provide satisfying care to all clients.

Keywords: Antenatal care, client, Winneba, maternal health, privacy, satisfaction, staff attitude.   

African Journal of Nursing and Midwifery ISSN 2756-3332 Vol. 9 (8), pp. 001-005, August, 2021. © International Scholars Journals

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Global warming: Implications for nursing

Ojewale, Lucia Yetunde and Oyetunde, Modupe Olusola*

Department of Nursing, University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria.

Accepted 14 May, 2021

Abstract 

The environment plays a significant part in human development, human health and diseases. Over the years, the environment has been progressively harsh, due to global warming (GW). The increase in the production of green house gases has resulted in enhanced greenhouse effect which has also resulted in changing epidemiological pattern of diseases. Nursing, being a responsive profession is not immune to the effects of global warming. This paper attempts an exploration of effects of global warming with a view of elucidating its implications for nursing. The concept of global warming was reviewed, various climatic changes were presented and the implications for nursing were brought to the fore. Nursing curricula should therefore be tailored and expanded to accommodate the various changes that occur as a result of global warming. Nurses are enjoined to be more proactive in the management of the increasing natural disasters and outbreak of communicable diseases.

Key words: Global warming, greenhouse effects, disease-pattern, vulnerable group, nursing.

African Journal of Nursing and Midwifery ISSN 2756-3332 Vol. 9 (7), pp. 001-008, July, 2021. Available online at www.internationalscholarsjournals.org © International Scholars Journals

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A comparative study of mental health services in two African countries: South Africa and Nigeria

Jack-Ide I. O.*, Uys L. R. and Middleton L. E.

School of Nursing and Public Health, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Durban 4041, South Africa.

Accepted 12 April, 2021

Abstract

Mental health services in South Africa and Nigeria were compared using the reports of World Health Organization Assessment Instrument for Mental Health Systems (WHO-AIMS) of both countries. WHO-AIMS assessment reveals the extent of implementation and provision of mental health care services. South Africa has made considerable progress with restructuring its mental health care system that provides mental health care at the community level. Nigeria, in spite of adopting mental health care as part of its primary health care services and having a strong academic history in psychiatry, does not provide services in rural communities. It is important for Nigeria that mental health care nurses become advocates for mental health policy reforms to improve access, and that countries with similar challenges learn from each other about providing care for people who cannot care for themselves, namely, the mentally challenged.

Key words: Advocacy, integrated care, mental health policy, mental health services, primary health care.

African Journal of Nursing and Midwifery ISSN 2756-3332 Vol. 9 (6), pp. 001-005, June, 2021. © International Scholars Journals

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Midwifery students’ willingness to provide manual vacuum aspiration in Ghana

Sarah Rominski¹*, Emmanuel Nakua², Peter Ageyi-Baffour², Mawuli Gyakobo³ and Jody R. Lori⁴

¹Global REACH, University of Michigan Medical School, Ann Arbor, MI,5124b Medical Sciences Building 1, 1301 Catherine St. Ann Arbor, MI 48109, United States.

²School of Medical Sciences, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi, Ghana.

³Medical School, University of Ghana, Accra, Ghana.

⁴University of Michigan School of Nursing, Ann Arbor, MI, United States.

Accepted 19 January, 2021

Abstract

Abortion remains one of the leading causes of maternal mortality in the developing world. Midwives are more likely to provide services to more than half of the world’s population residing in rural areas than other healthcare providers. When properly trained, midwives are able to safely provide manual vacuum aspiration (MVA). As part of a larger study, final-year midwifery students took part in a computer-based survey and were asked about the training and education they received related to MVA. 93 students completed the survey questions related to MVA. 60.2% reported that they are either “very likely” or “likely” to provide this service once they graduate. Only 5 students indicated they had an opportunity to practice the skill during their training. The most common reason for answering “definitely will not” provide MVA was religious beliefs. In Ghana, midwifery students are being taught manual vacuum aspiration, although they are not being given adequate opportunity for supervised experiences. This raises the issue of how well prepared they are to provide this service following graduation. To address the continuing problem of unsafe abortion, midwifery training colleges in Ghana should establish a mechanism to expose students to additional simulation and clinical experiences.

Key words: Midwifery, Ghana, Africa, abortion, maternal health.

African Journal of Nursing and Midwifery ISSN 2756-3332 Vol. 9 (5), pp. 001-005, May, 2021. © International Scholars Journals

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Low birth weight knowledge among postnatal mothers in a resource restricted urban setting in Zimbabwe

Helen Vupenyu Gundani¹* and Jesca Mutowo²

¹Department of Nursing Science, Faculty of Health Sciences, P. O. Box 178 A, Avondale, Harare, Zimbabwe.

²Zimbabwe Open University, Zimbabwe.

Accepted 11 November, 2020

Abstract 

This study aimed to establish the knowledge of postnatal mothers about low birth weight (LBW) in a resource restricted urban setting. A non-experimental descriptive study was conducted using a systematic sampling method to select fifty mothers aged between 15 and 41 years with babies below five years born with LBW of below 2500 grams. The women were selected as they sought health care at Mabvuku Satellite Clinic in Harare, the capital city of Zimbabwe. Data were collected using an investigator- administered interview guide that also included three open-ended questions. Data were analyzed and presented using descriptive statistics in the form of frequencies, percentages and tables. The major finding was that all participants had inadequate knowledge about LBW. Their total score was below 50% with a mean of 1.56% which, on the scale of “adequate knowledge” score levels defined by Nachega et al. (2005) was well below the 75% plus accepted score for adequate knowledge. Additionally, findings showed that all the participants did not remember any information they received on LBW during pre/ postnatal care. Eighty percent of the participants stated that nurses did not talk about LBW. To increase knowledge on LBW, we advocate that a manual on topics to be covered during pre/postnatal care be developed and that both young men and women, pregnant and not, be educated on factors associated with LBW by health care providers.

Key words: Low birth weight, resource restricted setting, weight in grams, poor socio-economic factors, pre/postnatal.