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    The use of contraception among adolescents in the Biadan-Berekum municipality. 1
    (Holy Family NMTC Library, Berekum, 2021-04-07) Salamatu Yakubu ; Frema Laticia ; Gyabaah Sakyiwaa Racheal ; Frimpong Elizabeth Yaa Asantewaa
    ABSTRACT This study sought to assess the use of contraception among adolescents in Berekum. To achieve this goal of the study, the descriptive design was employed. The simple random sampling technique was used to sample 100 adolescents. Questionnaires constituted the main data collection instruments which were analysed descriptively with the help of SPSS. The study revealed that the adolescents knew about at least one contraceptive method of which condoms were common. The sources of knowledge of contraceptive were pharmacies, chemical sellers, friends among others. The study further revealed the availability, the cost, the distance, unfriendly protocol and the lack of privacy as some of the barriers to contraceptive use. The study recommends awareness creation, use of youth-friendly centers where adolescents can confidently and conveniently go to seek contraceptive services, counseling regarding sex, sexuality, and pregnancy
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    A descriptive study to assess the knowledge prevalence of tramadol abuse among students of Presbyterian SHS,Berekum
    (Holy Family NMTC Library, Berekum, 2022-08-01) Fofie Doreen Badu ; Millicent Foriwaa
    The study focused on student’s satisfaction with peer teaching among first years (Diploma 24) at Holy Family Nursing and Midwifery Training College, Berekum.” A descriptive survey was used to collect in-depth information for the study. A total of fifty (50) students were selected for the study. The respondents were obtained using the convenient sampling method. The data for the study was collected by administering a questionnaire to the participants. Respondents were asked whether they know more about peer teaching of which about 90% of them indicated they know more about peer teaching whereas 10% indicated they know but little is known. Moreover, concerning the views of the respondents on whether peer teaching is important or not and majority of the respondents (96%) indicated yes, which means to them it is important whiles 4% (n=2) indicated no meaning they don’t really see any important in it with their own reason. With regards to the challenges in peer teaching, eighty-six percent (86%) indicated that there are some challenge in it whiles 14% also indicated that there are no challenges in the peer teaching.The study recommended that there should be time increment between one to two hours in a day for the peer teaching programme, there must the inclusion of some tutors who will supervise the programme and the peer teaching facilitators must be motivated by both School Management and the Students Representative Council.The study concluded that, the main purpose of the study was to determine students’ satisfaction with peer teaching among first years (Diploma twenty-four [24]) of Holy Family Nursing and Midwifery Training College, Berekum. The results revealed that most students especially the year ones are not satisfied with the peer teaching at all.
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    Utilization of unprescribed over the counter medication among trainee Nurses and Midwifeves at Holy Family NMTC,Berekum.
    (Holy Family NMTC Library, Berekum, 2022-08-01) Gyimah Kwakye Isaac ; Adelaide Konadu
    There have been changes over the years in the care given to expectant mothers. Family centered maternity care study is a systematic way of providing quality care for expected mothers and their families which integrate pregnancy, childbirth, post-partum and infant care into the continuum of the family life event. Family care maternity study gives the student midwife the opportunity to use all the knowledge and skills she acquired during the period to meet the demands and challenges throughout the period of pregnancy, labour, and peurperium. The nursing process is used in the study. It aims at assessing data, planning for future outcome, implementing orders and evaluating the outcome of the problem identified. This helps the midwife to ensure a unique, standard individualized care to enhance the goal set. Appropriate management of the problems are given to ensure that, quality care is rendered through interpersonal relationship, physical, social, mental, emotional and spiritual needs of the client. The Client/Family Centered Maternity care study also offers the student midwife the opportunity to identify the effect of pregnancy on the woman and to use the knowledge and skills acquired throughout training to meet their biological, emotional, physical, psychological, economic and educational needs. It also helps the student midwife to use new trends in midwifery such as focus antenatal care during pregnancy, the use of a partograph which is recommended and tested by the World Health Organization (WHO) in the management of first stage of labour, conducting of clean delivery during the second stage of labour and active management of third stage of labour was introduced to reduce the occurrences of postpartum hemorrhage.The Client/Family Centered Maternity care study enables the student midwife to improve the interpersonal relationship between the students, the client, the family and the community as a whole. It helps to put into practice the Safe Motherhood initiative which has been adopted in order to help reduce the maternal mortality among pregnant women by improving the quality of health care, during antenatal, labour and puerperium. To achieve these aims, the client, family and the community are all involved in the preparation towards the newborn. It is also necessary to establish good rapport, use a holistic care approach so that client’s problems and minor disorders are solved through education, counseling and early measures taken to prevent complications.Finally, the family centered maternity care study also forms a part of the assessment towards acquiring the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Ghana requirement in awarding certificate to it trained student after the completion of academic course.
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    Knowledge,Perception and attitude towards ITNS in the control of malaria among students of Holy Family Nursing and Midwifery Training College,Berekum
    (Holy Family NMTC Library, Berekum, 2022-08-01) Akoma Minta Rhoda ; Alasidi Philomina
    The aim of this study was to explore the knowledge, perception and attitude towards ITNs in the control of malaria among students of Holy Family Nursing and Midwifery Training College, Berekum. A descriptive study design was used. Simple random sampling technique was adopted to select 100 study participants for the study. Data collection was done through the use of structured and semi structured questionnaires consisting of both closed ended and open-ended questions. Analysis was done using the computer software Microsoft Excel. The study found that over half (53.4%) of the respondents indicated radio as their source of information about ITNs followed by health facility (25.3%), television (13.4%), and internet (7.9%). Almost all (94.1%) of them knew that insecticide treated nets are supposed to be retreated after some time. Almost all (96.8%) of the respondents agreed that ITNs are the best way of preventing malaria. The study recommended that the government should education talks on the benefitsof sleeping under an insecticide treated nets over fears such as suffocation and perceptions that the net is too hot. The health care teams in different communities should be empowered to give door to door education on utilization of insecticide treated nets in the prevention of malaria. They should physically visit the households and check the state of ITNs and advise them accordingly. The study concluded that participants had good level of knowledge regarding ITNs. They also showed good attitude and perception towards utilization of ITNs in the prevention of malaria
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    Student satisfaction with peer tuitors at Holy Family Nursing and Midwifery Training College,Berekum.
    (Holy Family NMTC Library, Berekum, 2022-08-01) Kwarteng Emmanuel ; Yeboah Constance
    The focus of the study was to determine trainee nurses and midwives’ satisfaction with peer teaching at Holy Family Nursing and Midwifery Training College, Berekum. A descriptive cross-sectional study design will be used for the study. The design will be adopted because participants or subjects will be observed in their natural setting. The data collection in descriptive research allows for gathering in-depth information. Descriptive research may be a precursor to future research because it can be helpful identifying variable that can be tested was adopted for the study. A Simple random sampling was used to select the respondent. For all students to have an equal chance of being selected the class list will be taken from the academic office and the names of the students assigned to numbers from 1 to 10 in a repeated order. A random number generator from Google sheet will be used to randomly select the study participants. A total of 50 students will be selected. Data was gathered through the use of questionnaire. The study found that , Majority (n47, 94%) of the respondents said they were satisfied with peer teaching. Positive comments received related to 35 themes indicated that majority (n35, 70%) of respondents gave comments such as peer teaching is flexible, easy to conduct, easy to understand and help students to express their view. When respondents were asked about challenges of peer teaching. An important finding from the data gathered from 12 themes suggested that majority (n48, 96%) of the respondents had similar views in relation to the challenges of peer teaching.The study recommends more utilization of peer teaching in nursing schools. Students should be allowed to form discussion groups where peer teaching can be encouraged especially at the end of every topic. Group discussions should be encouraged to enable students who fear teachers to participate fully and ask questions to improve their performanceBased on the analysis of data obtained from the field, the following conclusions were drawn. The approach is beneficial for enhancing students' acquisition of skills with better performance, in addition to building-up their teaching abilities, which are integral part of their future nursing role. Peer teaching is highly effective in raising the standard of understanding of students. Students need to be encouraged to take tutoring sessions serious and also to participate in such sessions
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    Assessing the decline in attendance of diabetic clinic among diabetics,a cross sectioal study at the Holy Family Hospital,Berekum
    (Holy Family NMTC Library, Berekum, 2022-08-01) Boahemaa Precious ; Manu Awuah Heaven
    This work would not have been successful without the effort of our committed and dedicated supervisor who devoted her time to make the necessary corrections and inputs. More grease to your elbow. Our next thanks go to the management and staff of Holy Family Hospital, Berekum for given us the opportunity to partake in this research project. Our thanks will not complete if we fail to acknowledge our research participants for their time. We are very grateful to our parents, friends and relatives who supported us in one way or the other during this project work.Finally we are most grateful to the authors and publishers whose material we siphoned information for this work.
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    Impact of mobile phone on academic performance of students at Holy Family Nursing and Midwifery Training College
    (Holy Family NMTC Library, Berekum, 2022-08-01) Owusu Manu Isaac ; Seidu Iklina
    An abstract summarizes, usually in one paragraph (120 – 500 words), the major aspects of the entire paper in a prescribed sequence that includes: the overall purpose of the study and the research problem(s) you investigated; the basic design of the study; sampling technique; data collection tool;major findings or trends found as a result of the analysis; and, a brief summary of the interpretations and conclusions.The abstract SHOULD NOT contain:lengthy background informatio elliptical or incomplete sentences; abbreviations, jargon, or terms that may be confusing to the reader;any sort of image, illustration, figure, or table, or references to them.
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    The stress and academic achievements of students of Holy Family NMTC,Berekum
    (Holy Family NMTC Library, Berekum, 2022-08-01) Asamoah Akosuah Sika ; Asamoah Derick
    The study focused on the stress and academic achievement of students of Holy Family Nursing and Midwifery training college, Berekum. A descriptive study design was used to collect indepth information for the study. The sample population was obtained using a convenient sampling technique. A total of 40 students were sampled for the study. The data for the study was collected by administering the questionnaire to the participants. The study found that majority (80%) of the respondents agreed stress has caused them to miss deadlines for assignments. Most (65%) of the respondents agreed that stress has led to lower grades in their courses. Majority (85%) of the respondents agreedthat stress affects their ability to take exams and perform well. Most (70%) of the respondents agreed that they take time for self-care activities, such as reading or taking a bath, to manage stress. More than half (60%) of the respondents agreed that they engage in physical exercise to manage. More than fifty percent (55%) of the respondents disagreed that they talk to friends or family members about their stress. Less than half (40%) of the respondents agreed they seek professional help, such as seeing a therapist or counselor, to manage stress. Most (70%) of the respondents agreed that they engage in hobbies or interests to take my mind off of stress. Majority (70%) of the respondents agreed that they try to prioritize and manage their time effectively to reduce stress. More than fifty percent (95%) of the respondents disagreed that they try to maintain a healthy diet to help manage stress. Majority (90%) of the respondents disagreed that they engage in mindfulness practices, such as yoga to manage stress. Majority (95%) of the respondents agreed that stress has had a significant impact on their academic performance. The study recommended that students should be encouraged to find a healthy balance between academic work and other activities, such as hobbies or socializing, can help reduce stress and promote overall well-being. The school could consider reducing the workload for students, such as by eliminating unnecessary assignments. This could help alleviate stress related to academic demands and allow students to focus on quality learning rather than quantity of work. The school could offer stress management programs to teach students techniques to manage stress, such as mindfulness meditation, yoga, and deep breathing exercises. The school could offer access to mental health resources, such as counselling services and support groups, to students who may be struggling with stress or other mental health issues.
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    The impact on E-learning on the academic performance of students in Holy Family NMTC,Berekum
    (Holy Family NMTC Library, Berekum, 2022-08-01) Asare Perpetual ; Asare Felicity
    The adoption of e-learning in various institutions is now the trend to the future of education especially in the higher education. The main aim of this study is to assess the knowledge and the impact of E-learning on the academic performance of students of Holy Family Nursing and Midwifery Training College, Berekum. Fifty students were chosen for the study using the stratified sampling technique. Primary data was gathered from the field of study (HFNMTC, Berekum) through a well-structured questionnaire. Data was obtained manually from the answered questionnaires with the help of Microsoft excel. The findings revealed that, students have enough knowledge on the e-learning system. The study recommends that, learners and lecturers should have some basic Information and Communication Technology skills for an effective implementation of the e-learning system. The study also recommends that, there should be effective internet connectivity in the e-learning environment. Also, the development of well secured e-learning portal or systems to prevent external manipulation was recommended
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    The assessment of examinatiom mal practices among JHS Students: A study at Freeman JHS,Berekum
    (Holy Family NMTC Library, Berekum, 2022-08-01) Gyamaa Tetteh Esther ; Alhassan Umufadil
    The study focused on assessing examination malpractice among students at Freeman Methodist Preparatory and Junior High School in Berekum Municipality. A descriptive survey was used to collect in-depth information for the study. A total of hundred (100) students were selected for the study. The respondents were obtained using the convenient sampling method. The data for the study was collected by administering a questionnaire to the participants. The results of the study reviewed that the age range for respondents was from 10-19 which was further grouped into 10-12, 13-15 and 16-19. It could deduced from the Table 1 above that 26% of the respondents falls between the ages of 10-12 years while 36% and 38% represents the ages between 13-15 and 16-19 respectively. Most of the respondents (40%) were male while 60% of the respondents were female. Majority of the respondents (64%) were in junior high school while 36 percent were in primary school. Majority of the respondents (70%) were staying with their biological parents, 20% were staying with their Brother or Sister, 10% were staying with their other relatives and none of them were staying alone.The study recommended that examination papers should be strictly secured by the primary school teachers, sitting arrangement during examination period should be changed on regular basis (pupils could be arranged according to the number in the register or names), parents and community should train up their children to imbibe the traditional values of honesty, hard work, fairness, uprightness at home and be complemented by the school, enough resources should be made available for the conduct of examination, sitting arrangement of pupils during examination should not be too close to each other and pupils should also be thoroughly checked before starting any examination.The study concluded that, less emphasis should be placed on paper qualification. When this is done, there is the likelihood that pupils will not engage in examination malpractice. Most importantly, teachers and parents should encourage their pupils/children to have a positive perception of examination malpractice so that they will not indulge in the act thereby maintaining their dignity
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    Knowledge,Attitude and Practices of breast self examination among women in Biadan Community
    (Holy Family NMTC Library, Berekum, 2022-08-01) Agyapomaa Cynthia ; Anna Agyaa
    The aim of the study was to assess the knowledge, attitude and practices on breast self examination among women in the Biadan community. A cross-sectional study was adopted.Convenience sampling technique was used to select participants for the study. A total of fiftyparticipants were recruited for the study. Questionnaire was the instrument used for the collection of data. Data analysis was done with the aid of Microsoft Excel. The study found that majority 44 (88%) of the respondents indicated they have heard of breast self-examination.Over half 26 (52%) of the respondents heard of breast self-examination from healthcare providers. Majority 43 (86%) of the respondents indicated that breast self-examination should be done monthly. Most 33 (66%) of the respondents indicated they have examined their breast for abnormality before. Majority of the respondents agreed that they were interested in breast self-examination 44 (88%) and breast self-examination aids in finding lumps in the breast 43 (86%).The study recommended that Public health officers in Biadan community should educate the women of reproductive ages about breast self-examination to increase the level of practice among women. The Ministry of Health must intensify awareness campaigns and training on breast self-examination with more focus on the adolescent.The study concluded that respondents had an average knowledge level on breast self examination due to the fact that some statements that determined the knowledge of respondents on breast self-examination were answered wrongly
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    Assessing the causes and effects of drug abuse among health workers.A studdy at Holy Family Hospital,Berekum
    (Holy Family NMTC Library, Berekum, 2022-08-01) Opoku Richard Afriyie ; Obeng Martha
    Despite being illegal, illicit use of psychoactive substances is extremely common in many societies, especially among young adults, with the typical motivation being to enjoy or benefit from the substance's psychoactive characteristics. The purpose of the study was to investigate drug use among the health workers at Holy Family Hospital, Berekum. A review of relevant literature has been completed. In order to elicit responses from study participants, a quantitative design was adopted. A convenience sampling technique was used to select participants for the study. A total of 50 participants were used for the study. Data was collected through the use of structured and semi structured questionnaires consisting of both closed ended and open-ended questions. Data was entered and analyzed using the statistical package for social sciences (version 22; SPSS) and results were presented in the form of frequencies and percentages. The study found that the vast majority of respondents were knowledgeable with the medications that health professionals frequently abuse. The Food and Drug Administration should ensure that each person purchasing tramadol has a valid prescription from a doctor, according to the study's recommendations. Additionally, local drug enforcement units should step up their efforts to lessen the preparation and distribution of various types of drugs that are frequently used by young people in the nation. The vast majority of respondents concluded that peer pressure, the availability of drugs, and the affordability of drugs are the main factors influencing drug addiction among health professionals
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    Causes and effects of substance abuse on the academic performance of students of Berekum SHS,Berekum
    (Holy Family NMTC Library, Berekum, 2022-08-01) Yeboaa Gyabaa Barbara ; Osam Pinanko Thomas Jnr
    The focus of the study was to assess the practice of skin bleaching among school pupils.A quantitative study design was adopted for the study. A random sampling technique was used to select 60 respondents. Data was gathered through the use of questionnaire. A random sampling technique was employed in drawing the population of interest. For this purpose, 60 questionnaires were distributed to students of Presbyterian Senior High School, Berekum. The results were presented graphically in bar charts and tables using Microsoft Excel.The study found that, 83% of the respondents indicated that they know more about skin bleaching whereas 17% of the respondent indicated that they know but little. Concerning the causes of skin bleaching, 75% of the respondents indicated that it has a cause whereas 25% also indicated that it has no cause. With regards to believe that school pupil may have unintentional skin bleaching from treating of skin diseases, 40 pupils representing 66.67% of the respondents indicated no while 20 pupils representing 33.33% indicated yes.The study recommended that, bleaching creams and soaps must be banned from being sold in Ghana, massive education must go on in schools, churches, on televisions, radios and other social gatherings about the dangers of skin bleaching, Ghanaians must be encouraged to appreciate their God-given natural skin.Based on the findings, it can be concluded that, majority of the respondent were knowledgeable about the harmful effect of skin bleaching. Also, the use of skin bleaching cream was fairly high among respondents. Higher percentage of the respondent indicated that, there are factors that motivates the use of skin bleaching which included; peer influence, to attract opposite sex. Also, majority of the respondent believed that school pupil also has unintentional skin bleaching from treating their skin disease.
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    Barriers to Exclusive breastfeeding among nursing mothers and its influence on infants morbidity:A study at Mpatasie
    (Holy Family NMTC Library, Berekum, 2022-08-01) Werekowaa Elsie Precious ; Yeboah Isaac
    The study focused on the knowledge on exclusive breastfeeding among nursing mothers at mpatasie.A descriptive cross-sectional study using quantitative method was employed. Convenience sampling technique was used to select fifty data. Data collection was done through the use of structured and semi structured questionnaires. Sixty-six percent of respondents were unsure whether exclusive breastfeeding lowers a child's risk of allergic disease, obesity, type II diabetes, hypertension, and high cholesterol later in life. Eighty-two percent of respondents were unsure whether exclusive breastfeeding lowers the risk of otitis media, gastroenteritis, respiratory illness, sudden infant death syndrome, necrotizing enterocolitis, obesity, and high blood pressure. 60% were unsure whether exclusive breastfeeding enhances cognitive development and strengthens maternal-child bonds if exclusively breastfeeding reduces the severity or frequency of bacterial meningitis, bacteremia, diarrhea, and urinary tract infections; Eighty percent of respondents were unsure.More than half of those polled were aware of the following obstacles to exclusive breastfeeding: environmental and cultural influences, maternal employment, biological factors (such as breast engorgement, nipple problems, etc.), and inadequate information94% of respondents were unsure whether exclusive breastfeeding reduces obesity and ovarian cancer based on their beliefs and practices. Four-fifths of respondents were aware that the mother benefits emotionally from exclusive breastfeeding. 96% of respondents had no idea whether exclusively breastfeeding lowers the risk of developing breast cancer.The study recommended that nursing mothers practice exclusive breastfeeding for their infants up to six months of age, as recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO) and other health organizations. It's important for nursing mothers to understand the proper technique for breastfeeding and seek help from lactation consultants or healthcare professionals if they are experiencing any difficulties. It's also important to ensure that they maintain a healthy and balanced diet to support their own health and the production of breast milk.Nursing mothers should feel supported and encouraged to breastfeed, as it is a natural and beneficial way to feed their infants. However, it's important to acknowledge that some mothers may not be able to breastfeed exclusively due to medical or personal reasons, and in those cases, appropriate alternatives should be sought with the guidance of a healthcare professional
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    The impact of poor Teacher-Students relationship on academic performance.A study at Holy Family NMTC,Berekum
    (Holy Family NMTC Library, Berekum, 2022-08-01) Nkrumah Belinda ; Norvisi Grace
    The study focused on the impact of poor teacher-student relationship on the academic performance. A study at holy family nursing and midwifery training college, Berekum.” The study was carried out at the Holy Family Nursing and Midwifery Training College, Berekum.The target population is the nursing and midwifery students of Holy Family Nursing and Midwifery Training College, Berekum whereas the accessible population is all first year students and second year students of the College A descriptive study design was used for the study. A total of fifty (50) students were selected for the study. The respondents were obtained using the convenient sampling method. Data collection was done through the use of structured questionnaires consisting of closed-ended questions. This was chosen as the method of data collection because it is relatively cheaper, avoided embarrassment on the part of the respondents, and the complete anonymity of respondents. Questionnaires were shared with the students in their various classrooms during the class period.The study recommended that,Based on the outcome of this study, it is important that, as part of their efforts in improving students’ academic work, teachers should endeavor to deliberately establish good relationships with students. This could be done by expressing concerns not only about students’ academic work but also about other issues that confront them from the home. This would make students feel accepted and become motivated to cooperate and improve their academic work, Students are also expected to respect their teachers in order to ensure a good student teacher relationship, the teacher student interaction should be taken seriously by the school management in the behavioral impact on academic performance of students. With a focus on developing critical minds and democratic future leaders, there is a need for pre-service and in-service training on the teacher-student relationship. Students are again expected to dress in a decent way and properly in order not to seduce their teachers.The study concluded that, Less than half of the respondents (34%) were aged between 18 - 21 years, 50% of the respondents were aged between 22 - 25 years, Most of the respondents (62%) were females and 38% of the respondents were males and Most of the respondents (50%) were married, 48% of the respondents were single, 2% of the respondents were divorced and none of the respondents were widowed
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    The use of contraceptive among females between the ages of 18-28 years in Holy Family NMTC,Berekum
    (Holy Family NMTC Library, Berekum, 2022-08-01) Agyeiwaa Gladys ; Agyeman Ofosu Richard
    The female condom has emerged as an acceptable alternative barrier method to the male condom. The purpose of the study was to assess assess contraceptive use among female’s aged between 18 to 28 years in Holy Family Nursing and Midwifery Training College, Berekum. A descriptive study design was used to. A convenience sampling technique was used to select participants for the study. A total of 50 participants were used for the study. Data was collected through the use of structured and semi structured questionnaires consisting of both closed ended and open ended questions. Data was entered and analyzed using the Microsoft excel and results were presented in the form of frequencies and percentages. The study majority (86%) of the females said contraceptives are the various devices or drugs that are used to prevent pregnancy. Few (14%) of respondents mentioned that contraceptives as drugs used by sexually active people. All (100%) the respondents knew about pills, coitus interruptus and male condom. Majority of the respondents indicated they knew about injectables (80%) and Depo Provera (80%). The study recommended that female students require rigorous education on the use of all available means to increase awareness and clear misconceptions about the FC. Thestudy concluded that respondents had very good knowledge on contraceptives. The contraceptives respondents knew about most were pills, coitus interruptus and male condom. The leading source of information on contraceptives was health workers.
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    Attitude and Practice of hand hygiene among third year students Nurses at Holy Family NMTC,Berekum.
    (Holy Family NMTC Library, Berekum, 2022-08-01) Collins Limuub Campion ; Boakye Samuel
    The study focused on the attitude and practice of hand hygiene among third year students nurses of Holy Family Nursing and Midwifery Training College, Berekum during this COVID-19 pandemic. A descriptive study design was used for the study. Convenience sampling technique was used to select one hundred and twenty-six. Data collection was done through the use of structured and semi structured questionnaires. The study found that vast majority (96%) of the respondents said handwashing prevents the direct transfer of infectious pathogens. Majority (90%) of the respondents indicated that one way of reducing COVID 19 transmission is to promote good hand hygiene practices. Vast majority (94%) of the respondents were of the view that the target of proper hand washing is to break the infection chain. Most (60%) of the respondents were reminded by notice boards to wash their hands followed by those who were reminded by pictures (18%), on their own (13%) and friends (2%). Almost all (91%) the respondents said they always perform hand washing after visiting the washroom. The study recommended frequent hand hygiene training should be carried out to ensure students are adequately informed on the benefits of hand hygiene.It also recommended that hospitals and institutions avoid the use of bar soaps in hand hygiene since they can harbor bacteria. The study revealed adequate knowledge on handwashing among nursing and midwifery trainees. The most effective hand hygiene method was handwashing with antiseptic/antibacterial soap and water.
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    Causes and effects of substance abuse on the academic performance of students of Berekum SHS,Berekum
    (Holy Family NMTC Library, Berekum, 2022-08-01) Twenewaa Victoria ; Twum Abrafi Abigail
    There are growing numbers of students worldwide using drugs that the law does not permit. The existence and extent of drug use have been identified as one of the greatest problems in learning institutions. This affects various aspects of learning such as students’ discipline and interest in learning hence affecting academic performance of which the senior high students of Berekum SeniorHigh School are not exception. The study is conducted in the Berekum Senior High School in Berekum in the Bono Region of Ghana. The sample for the study consisted of eighty students and ten teachers of Berekum Senior High School.A cross sectional survey was used for the study. The data for the study was collected by administering questionnaire to the participants. The study revealed that, A high proportion of students use alcohol and marijuana and continue to abuse these substances which could lead them into becoming addicts and eventually crave other dangerous substances. There is also a clear indication that students’ interactions on the school campus with their peers is very strong. This has resulted in close interaction of both users and non-users of drugs that influence attitudes. Again, innocent students are pressurized by friends into the abuse of drugs out of ignorance. For academic reasons, a number of students agreed to have used certain drugs they believe could help them study for excellent performance but which eventually were found to be false and failed them. The home and school environment contribute to students’ abuse of substances. Some parents have been selling and using substances in the presence of students, others have involved their children or wards in the sale of alcohol and cigarettes at home thus exposing them to their use and subsequent abuse. There is misinformation or inadequate education on the dangers of drug abuse and most students do not have a clear view of the issue
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    Exploring the healthcare seeking behaviour among adolecents at Freeman Methodist Preparatory and junior high school in Berekum.
    (Holy Family NMTC Library, Berekum, 2022-09-01) Aaron Mumuni ; Isaac Osei
    The health care seeking behaviour among adolescent is considered poor in the country. The main objective of the study is to assess the health care seeking behaviour among adolescents in the Freeman Preparatory and Junior High School in the Berekum municipality. The study design adopted was a descriptive cross-sectional study design to determine the Health seeking behaviour and among adolescents in Berekum East Municipality. The study population comprised of 80 adolescents aged10 -19 years attending Basic school at Freeman Methodist Preparatory and Junior High School, Berekum. A written questionnaire with both open and close ended questions was used in the exercise to collect information from the participants. 60% strongly agreed that negative attitude of health care providers discourages them from assessing health care when they are sick. Also 53% of the respondents agreed that the distance to health facility discourages them from accessing health care with a little of 6% strongly disagreeing with the statement. On the question of whether respondents get treatment when they are sick, 87% answered in the affirmative while only while 13% responded no. In conclusion, adolescents in the Berekum Municipality and for that matter those in Freeman Methodist Preparatory and Junior High School have challenges when it comes to health care which needs to be addressed. Most of them demonstrated positive attitude towards health in the midst of the challenges and barries.
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    Assessing males on why they delay in seeking early healthcare at Biadan community
    (Holy Family NMTC Library, Berekum, 2022-09-01) Osei Vida ; Acheampong Animah Adwoa
    The study focused on assessing the reasons males delay in seeking health care and the benefits of attending to health facility early. A descriptive cross-sectional survey was used in this study. Thisdesign was employed because the study described a phenomenon across a wide population using a snapshot of the population at a certain period. Descriptive study was used to described the benefits of seeking health care in the early stage and late stage. The target population for the study consisted of the people in the Biadan community and the accessible population is the males selected randomly at Biadan. A total of fifty (50) males were selected for the study. The respondents were obtained using the convenient sampling method. Data collection was done through the use of structured questionnaires consisting of both closed-ended and open-ended questions for easy expression of views and ideas.The data obtained from the study were checked for accuracy, and completeness. The study found that majority are young males between the ages of 21-25 years. The study attempted to assess males’ knowledge on the benefits of seeking early health care. The study concluded that majority of the sample had good knowledge about the benefits of early health care.