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Assessering in gesondheidswetenskap-programme in 'n hoër onderwysinstelling : 'n kritiese etnografiese studie
(North-West University, 2008)The focus of this study is a strategy for the creation of a teaching-learning culture in higher education that facilitates assessment as learning, in line with constructivist principles and congruent with the outcomes-based ... -
Best practice guidelines for neurodevelopmental supportive care of the preterm infant
(North-West University, 2010)INTRODUCTION: The survival rate of preterm infants increased over the past few decades, posing a variety of challenges to the preterm infant due to the stark mismatch between the intra-uterine and extra-uterine environment ... -
Community–based collaboration to support the older person in the world of HIV/AIDS
(North-West University, 2008)Older persons as the fastest growing group form part of the vulnerable population groups in the North-West Province of South Africa of whom some are infected, but mostly affected by HIV/AIDS that yields them vulnerable ... -
Guidelines for implementation of a performance management system in a level 2 public hospital
(North-West University, 2012)INTRODUCTION: The intention of this study was to formulate guidelines for the implementation of Performance Management System (PMS) regarding line managers (LM) and employees (E) in a level 2 public hospital in the North–West ... -
Guidelines for the implementation of performance appraisal in clinics in the Dr Kenneth Kaunda District
(North-West University, 2011)The Constitution of the Republic of South Africa 108 of 1996 (SA, 1996) makes provision for all citizens to receive quality health care. Legislation such as the White Paper on the Transformation of the Public Service of ... -
A historical perspective : private nursing institutions in South Africa (1946–2006)
(North-West University, 2012)During the twentieth century, Nursing Education in South Africa was traditionally provided by the public sector and religious orders. Sr Henriëtta Stockdale played a major role in the development of nursing education and ... -
Medication administration safety in medical and surgical units of the Gauteng Province
(2015)Background: Several international studies have been published on the incidence of medication administration, as well as causes and solutions thereof. However, no similar research has been conducted in Africa, and nothing ... -
A model for HIV and AIDS care, research and policy interface
(2014)Study background - Nursing plays a pivotal role in the care of people living with HIV and AIDS and makes an obvious contribution in influencing HIV and AIDS policy. Studies suggest that despite their knowledge and experience ... -
Nurse led change to influence HIV and AIDS workplace policy
(North-West University, 2010)Globally, nurses' contribution to informed health policy decisions is limited, as there are many barriers to Nurse led change to successfully influence the HIV and AIDS policy process. In South Africa nurses at all levels ... -
Nurse reported quality and safety of patient care and adverse events in medical and surgical units in selected private and public hospitals in the Free State and North West Provinces
(2013)The dualistic South African health system is divided into a private and public health care sector. The core difference between these two sectors is that private hospitals are based on a business model with a profit motive, ... -
Positive practice environments in critical care units : a grounded theory
(North-West University, 2009)INTRODUCTION AND AIM: The current shortage of nurses is a concern shared by the healthcare industry globally. Whilst the reasons for these shortages are varied and complex, a key factor among them seem to involve an unhealthy ... -
Quality improvement intervention programme (QIIP) for intrapartum care
(North-West University, 2010)Maternal and perinatal mortality is one of the biggest challenges to public health, especially in developing countries. South Africa's health care system is struggling to meet the “health for all” criteria against a backdrop ... -
The relationship between burnout and the safety and quality of patient care in private critical care units in Gauteng province
(North-West University, 2010)INTRODUCTION AND AIM: Research recognises the clear links between nurses’ experience of professional burnout and the quality of the work environment. To that end it is extremely important for nurse managers to create an ... -
Relationship between leadership, job satisfaction and intention to leave amongst registered nurses in medical–surgical units in hospitals in the North–West and Free State Provinces
(North-West University, 2012)Registered nurses are the first contact for individuals seeking medical attention in the health system. These nurses have leaders who encourage them and they have goals and dreams to reach. The leadership of a hospital are ... -
The relationship between non-nursing tasks, nursing tasks left undone and job satisfaction among professional nurses in South African hospitals
(2013)Background: Research on nursing practice has highlighted a relationship between non-nursing tasks (NNTs), nursing tasks left undone (NTLU), and internationally it was found that these factors have an effect on job satisfaction. ... -
The relationship between the qualifications of professional nurses and their perception of patient safety and quality of care in medical and surgical units in South Africa
(North-West University, 2012)Background: Several international studies have been published on the importance of exploring and describing the perceptions of professional nurses to improve patient safety and quality of care. There is also a growing body ... -
Standards for the hand hygiene of food handlers
(North-West University, 2008)Globally, investigations into food-borne illnesses show that the majority of cases involve poor hand hygiene of the food handler. The challenge of providing safe food therefore requires new strategies for evaluating ... -
A transition to practice programme for community service nurses
(North-West University (South Africa), 2020)BACKGROUND: Professional nurses are expected to be competent and practice independently without supervision after completing their four-year training and a year of community service. However, studies have found that senior ...