“…This was a cross-sectional study based on secondary analysis of data collected through International Lipid-Based Nutrient Supplements (iLiNS-DOSE) Project from June 2009 to December 2013. …”
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“…However, the burden of caring for children with Spinabifida usually rest on mothers as well as the whole family. The study aimed to explore about the "lived experiences of mothers with children with Spinabifida". …”
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“…A cross sectional exploratory study which used a mixed methods approach to assess uptake and utilisation of modern contraceptive methods among young people in tertiary institutions of LUANAR and KCN in Lilongwe. 8 focus groups were conducted, 6 key informants were interviewed and 220 females and male students were interviewed using self-administered questionnaires from the two institutions which were purposively selected. …”
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“…What is clearly emanating from this research is that grassroots’ participation in Chitipa District council is a farfetched idea because local elites are exploiting the new found window of opportunity in the decentralization initiative to promote patronage and neopatriomonism at the expense of the grassroots participation in decision-making. …”
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“…However, most of them (91.5%, n= 240) had a positive attitude towards ECPs even though only 0.4% (n=1) had ever used ECPs and that the majority (93.1%, n=244) did not know anyone who had ever used ECPs. The study has demonstrated that for the youth to use ECPs, they need clear and adequate information. …”
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“…It employed a cross section research design using a mixed method approach. Quantitative data was collected from 73 HCP through interviews and observation while qualitative data was collected through in-depth interviews with 27 clients receiving infertility services. …”
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“…In addition, the study revealed that mothers received information related to nutrition from under-five clinics however mothers were not given information related to anaemia. …”
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“…In Zambia child mortality rate from diarrhoea is 68 deaths per 1,000 live births despite implementation of child survival interventions. …”
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“…Qualitative data analysis was done manually using Content analysis. Data that emerged from the analysis was coded and categorized into themes. …”
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“…This study therefore, aimed at exploring parents’ participation in the care of their hospitalised children. …”
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“…In-depth interviews and focus group discussions were used to collect data with the aid of a semi structured interview schedule. Thematic data analysis using six steps of Braun and Clarke was employed to analyze data. …”
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“…Foot ulceration is one of the most common complications among patients suffering from Diabetes Mellitus. Good knowledge and practice regarding foot care has been documented to reduce the risk of such foot complications and amputation. …”
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“…This was mixed methods study. A sample of 196 randomly selected study participants and 10 key informants were interviewed. …”
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“…No records or researches were previously done or published in trying to assess the knowledge, practices and perception of the general public in relation to home management of Otitis media or in Malawi. …”
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“…And it has been estimated to rise in 2010. The rising growth rate reflects a current fertility rate of 5.59 which is one of the highest in Africa (Malawi Government index mundi, 2010). …”
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“…In the past teaching and learning of clinical skills were wholly practiced at bedside in which patients were used as teaching aids and then changed to practical room which was teacher dominated. …”
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“…This has been endorsed by all Member States. It sets out six clear objectives that provide guidance for improving the quality and safety of health care in our Region.…”
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“…Furthermore, being away from home was found to be nearly 3 times more likely to hinder adherence as compared to cases where clients are at home (OR = 2.783, CI = 1.042, 7.734). …”
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“…After adjusting for sex, age, maternal occupation, WHtR and WHR, participants with excess fat % had 6 times more risk of MetS compared to those with no excess fat%, OR (CI) of 5.88, (1.37,35.4). …”
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“…Out of these 5 factors, 3 were found to be independent determinants of AL using a logistic regression model: intraperitoneal local sepsis (Relative risk [RR] 7.2, 95%confidence interval [CI] 2.81- 17.5), Haemoglobin level ([<10g/dl] RR 4 ,95% CI 2.167 – 7.5) and Surgeons experience( Trainee/ expert) ( RR 1.4 , 95% CI 1.143-1.957) The knowledge of factors associated with anastomotic leakage after intestinal anastomosis can be modified to reduce AL and improve AL outcomes in our setting…”
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