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    A Client/Family Centered Maternity Care Study on Madam
    (Holy Family NMTC Library, Berekum, 2022-08-01) Dery Patience
    Midwifery is a branch of health care that basically focuses on pregnant women and their entire families. It is an individualized care rendered to a pregnant woman with the involvement of her family, bearing in mind that, the woman is unique with specific problems. The study again enables student midwife with this concept in mind to apply the knowledge and skills acquired during her period of training, to care for clients and their families during pregnancy, labour and puerperium.The family centred maternity care study also helps the student to use partograph which is a managerial tool for monitoring labour to manage client in order to identify complications promptly and intervene. The nursing process is also used and it provides a framework for solving problems and making decisions in the management of the client and family in a systematic manner. The study also enables student midwife to educate the client and family and also promote cordial relationship between the student midwife, the mother and her family.More so, the study requires the student midwife to put into practice the concept of safe motherhood initiative which has being adapted to render quality maternity care through antenatal, labour and puerperium which will eventually reduce maternal and neonatal mortality. Finally, the family centered maternity care study is a requirement by the nursing and midwifery council of Ghana towards the awards of the license to practice as professional midwife.
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    A Client/Patients satisfaction with nursing care at Antenatal Clinic(ANC) OF Holy Family Hospital, Berekum
    (Holy Family NMTC Library, Berekum, 2023-08-01) Mavis Adu Gyamfi ; Monica Oppong Sachie ; Adjei Benewaa Joana
    Patients‟ satisfaction has been widely advocated as an outcome measure of quality nursing care. Measures of patient satisfaction have been found to correlate directly with treatment compliance, nursing quality, and outcome of care. The purpose of the study was to determine the level of in-patient satisfaction with nursing care at Holy Family Hospital, Berekum. A hospital based quantitative design was conducted with 50 patients admitted in the medical, surgical and maternity wards. A convenience sampling technique was used to select participants for the study. A total of 50 participants was used for the study. Data was entered and analyzed using Microsoft excel and results were presented in the form of frequencies and percentages. The study found that vast majority (92%) of the respondents agreed that patient teaching is their top most expectation from the nurses/midwives, a whooping (90%) of respondents expressed that physical examination is something they expect from nurses/midwives to perform all the time. A whooping (98%) of respondents were satisfied with administration of medication since it was done appropriately. Concerning routine vital signs checking. The study recommended that in-service training by the in-service training coordinator of the hospital to update nurses on quality nurse-patient relationship.The study concluded that the highest items of patient expectations were patient teaching, physical examination, nurse/midwife spent with patients, respect for patients‟ rights and psychological care. The highest items for patient satisfaction with specific dimensions of nursing care were administration of medication, checking of routine vital signs and skills of nurses/midwives
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    A CROSS SECTIONAL DESCRIPTIVE STUDY ON ASSESSMENT OF FACTORS INFLUENCING UTILIZATION OF ANTENATAL CARE SERVICES IN ZONGO COMMUNITY IN BEREKUM.
    (HOLY FAMILY NURSING & MIDWIFERY TRAINING COLLEGE, BEREKUM., 2023-12-31) NSIAH CASSANDRA GYAN ; AGYEMANG BERNICE ; ALHASSAN ZEINAB
    Utilization of health services is a complex behavioral phenomenon. Empirical studies of preventive and curative service have found that the use of health services is related to availability, quality and cost of services as well as to social structure, health beliefs and personal characteristics of the users. This study was a cross-sectional descriptive survey on the assessment of factors influencing utilization of antenatal care services in Zongo community in Berekum. The main objective of the study was to find out about the utilization of antenatal care service in the Berekum Zongo Community. The sample size chosen for the study was fifty (50) women. This sample size includes women of reproductive age. That includes pregnant women and non-pregnant women of the reproductive age. The major findings of the study indicated that the average age of respondents was between 21 to 30 years. On the occupation, the findings in this research indicated that the majority of respondents were engaged in at least a kind of employment (farming 16%, Trading 52%, Teacher 8%, nurse 10% and 14% had other different types of occupation). All respondents in this study had heard about antenatal care services. As to the source of information on antenatal care services the majority of respondents (40%) heard it through the media, 24% through relatives, 20% through a visit to health institution and 16 % through friends. Eighty percent (88%) of respondents knew that antenatal care services should be visited within the 1st to 12 weeks whilst 8% and 4% knew it was supposed to be attended in the 13 to 24 weeks iii and 25 to 36 weeks respectively. Almost all the respondents (94%) attended antenatal care services. Six percent of the respondents did not attend antenatal care services. As to the places of attendance, the majority of women attends ANC at Zongo clinic (70%). The reasons for the choice of place for antenatal care services included proximity, good staff attitude and free services. 82% of the respondents’ only one staff attended to them during the antenatal care session. All the respondents (100%) stated they are able to access ANC services. Majority of the respondents thinks the poor attitude of health workers during ANC services is the major reason that hinders pregnant women from accessing ANC services. It is therefore concluded that women in the fertility age (WIRA) in Zongo community of Berekum utilized the antenatal care services. The study findings unveiled a number of factors in the provision of antenatal care services leading to utilization. The following are therefore recommended based on the findings: The DHMT should review and strengthen reproductive health programmes and ensure that they are friendly and are need focused. Spouses of pregnant women should be encouraged by their partners to support them to access the ANC services. Health workers should portray good attitude towards women during ANC services.
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    An exploratory study at NMTC, Berekum on the prevalence of skin bleaching among nursing and midwifery students of different age categories for both males and females
    (Holy Family NMTC Library, Berekum., 2023-12-31) Agyenim P. B. , Anane V. O. & K. V.(2023). An exploratory study at NMTC, Berekum on the prevalence of skin bleaching among nursing and midwifery students of different age categories for both males and females.Holy Family Nursing & Midwifery Training College, Berekum.
    The study aimed to explore the prevalence of skin bleaching at NMTC, Berekum among nursing and midwifery student of different age category for both males and females. A quota sampling technique and a simple random sampling method was used to collect in-depth information for the study. The sample population was obtained using a convenient sampling technique. A total of 50 students were sampled for the study. The data for the study was collected by administering the questionnaire to the participants. The study found that the majority (90%) of respondents had heard of skin bleaching before. Out of the total respondents who have heard of skin bleaching before (80%), heard from their family, and (12%) had their source of information from friends, and (8%) indicated they heard about skin bleaching from the media. The study recommended that there should be a ban by the government on skin bleaching agents, and again health care providers should give health education on the health risk of skin bleaching. This will go a long way in reducing incidents of false information that sometimes have devastating psycho-social effects on students with regards to skin bleaching. The study concluded that, skin bleaching has a high health risk on the individuals that practice it and hence, it should be discouraged.
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    ASSESSING PREGNANT ADOLESCENT’S WOMEN KNOWLEDGE ON ANAEMIA AT THE ANTENATAL SESSIONS IN HOLY FAMILY HOSPITAL, BEREKUM
    (HOLY FAMILY NURSING & MIDWIFERY TRAINING COLLEGE, BEREKUM, 2023-12-31) ACQUAH DOROTHY ATTA ; ADDAE VIVIAN ; AGYEMANG FELICITY KYERAA
    The study focused on adolescent’s women knowledge on anaemia at the antenatal sessions in Holy Family Hospital, Berekum. A descriptive cross-sectional survey was used to collect indepth information for the study. The respondents were obtained using the convenient sampling method. A total of 50 pregnant women were sampled for the study. The data for the study was collected by administering a questionnaire to the participants. The study found that the majority of respondents (n=45, 90%) have heard about anaemia.The majority of the respondents (32%) heard about anaemia from the hospital. The majority of the respondents (54%) perceived nutritional factors as the leading factor influencing anaemia in pregnancy, 38% revealed socio-economic factors as the leading factor influencing anaemia in pregnancy and 8% indicated socio-cultural factors as the leading factor influencing anaemia in pregnancy. The majority of the respondents (60%) indicated that they prevent anaemia by consuming Vitamin C-rich fruit, 30% of the respondents also suggested increasing dietary intake and 10% revealed personal hygiene. The study recommended that women should be empowered in terms of their education and economic status which are key in combating this menace. Also, the nutritional status of pregnant women should be assessed to increase their energy and nutrient requirements. The study concluded that anaemia as a health problem was high and the majority of the respondents perceived nutritional factors, socio-economic factors, and socio-cultural factors as factors that influence anaemia in pregnancy. However, the study revealed that socio-cultural factors contribute very little to anaemia during pregnancy.
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    Assessing pregnant women’s knowledge and attitudes towards exercise during pregnancy at Holy Family Hospital-Berekum
    (Holy Family NMTC Library, Berekum, 2024-08-01) Acheampoma A. , Agyapomaa O. & Serwaa F.(2024).Assessing pregnant women’s knowledge and attitudes towards exercise during pregnancy at Holy Family Hospital-Berekum.Holy Family Nursing & Midwifery Training College, Berekum.
    Introduction: Exercise during pregnancy is widely recognized as beneficial for maternal and fetal health, yet various barriers and cultural beliefs impact its practice. Understanding these barriers and perceptions is crucial for promoting safe and effective physical activity during pregnancy. Objective: This study assessed the knowledge, perceptions, and barriers to exercise among pregnant women. The study also explored cultural beliefs and environmental factors influencing exercise during pregnancy. Method: A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 50 pregnant women, collecting data through structured questionnaires. The responses were analysed using SPSS, with statistical analyses including frequency distributions and percentages. Results: The findings revealed that fatigue (28%) and physical discomfort (24%) were the primary barriers to exercise during pregnancy. Self-efficacy (24%) and social support (22%) were key environmental factors influencing exercise. Miscarriage (34%) and the belief that pregnant women are fragile (26%) were identified as major hindrances. Additionally, cultural beliefs indicated that exercise strengthens pelvic muscles (48%) and enhances labour outcomes (40%). Conclusion: There is a need for targeted educational campaigns to address misconceptions and promote the benefits of exercise during pregnancy. Enhancing social support and improving access to exercise resources can further encourage physical activity among pregnant women
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    Assessing students ability to combine pregnancy with their academic work at Holy Family NMTC-Berekum
    (Holy Family NMTC Library, Berekum, 2024-08-01) Tang S. B. ,Ativui R. ,Opoku A. S. & Opoku A. D. (2024).Assessing students ability to combine pregnancy with their academic work at Holy Family NMTC-Berekum.Holy Family NMTC Library, Berekum
    The focus of the study was to find out how students are able to combine pregnancy with their academic duties at Holy Family NMTC-Berekum. A descriptive study design was used. Convenience sampling technique was used to select fifty respondents for the study. Data collection was done through the use of structured and semi structured questionnaires. Data was analyzed using Microsoft excel software. The study found that more than half (53.3%) of the respondents agreed that absence of designed programs that teach students regarding sex education on campus causes pregnancy among students. Most (70%) of the respondents agreed that there is the of sense belonging when pregnant at home than there is in school. Most (63.3%) of the respondents agreed that studying becomes difficult when pregnant in school. The study concluded that major cause of pregnancy is forgetting to take contraceptive, adequate nutrition on campus when pregnant was reported to be very difficult and respondents reported that there is the sense of belonging when pregnant at home than in school. The study recommended that counselling unit as part of their orientation programme should provide intensive counselling services to all the female students to be aware of the academic challenges that awaits them when they conceive/deliver in the course of reading their programmes
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    ASSESSING THE KNOWLEDGE AND AWARENESS OF CLIENT ON THEIR RIGHT AND RESPONSIBILITY AT HAPPY HOSPITAL, BEREKUM
    (HOLY FAMILY NURSING & MIDWIFERY TRAINING COLLEGE, BEREKUM., 2023-12-31) AMANKWAA LAWRENCIA AMPOMAH ; ADOMA JULIET OFORIWAA ; FREMA DOROTHY
    The aim of this study was to assess the knowledge and awareness of client on their right and responsibility at Happy Hospital, Berekum. Convenience sampling technique was used to select participants for the study. A total of 50 participants were selected 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 (76%) of the respondents said they are aware of the patient’s charter. Majority (78%) of the respondents indicated the hospital as their main source of information about the charter followed by television (16%). Most (76%) of the respondents indicated that they had knowledge about patient’s rights. All (100%) the respondents indicated they are aware of right to health care and treatment. Majority of the respondents perceived that confidentiality of patient information (98%) and presence of a third person when a male doctor examines a woman (92%) were practiced by the nurses. The study recommended that Ministry of Health may need to provide educational programs to train all physicians and nurses in all aspects of the patient’s rights. Awareness of patients’ rights among health professionals should be assessed, as they are responsible for implementing such rights. The study concluded that patient’s had adequate knowledge regarding their rights. The awareness of patients about the patient’s charter was high. Among the leading rights patients were aware of are right to health care and treatment, right to be treated in a safe environment and right to privacy and confidentiality. The overall perception of the patients about nurses practice of their right was good.
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    Assessing the knowledge of pregnant women attending Antenatal Clinic At Holy Family Hospital on the practice of PMTCT
    (Holy Family NMTC Library, Berekum, 2024-08-01) Twenewaa B. ,Jachan D. P. & Akpaliok M. (2024).Assessing the knowledge of pregnant women attending Antenatal Clinic At Holy Family Hospital on the practice of PMTCT.Holy Family NMTC Library, Berekum
    Purpose: The study aims to describe the knowledge, attitudes and practices about PMTCT of HIV/AIDS among pregnant women attending antenatal clinic at Bono Regional Hospital. Methodology: A descriptive exploratory design study design was adopted. Simple random sampling technique was used in the selection of the participants during the data collection period. A total of 50 respondents were selected. A structured questionnaire was used as the primary method of data collection. Finding: The results showed that a huge percentage 96% of the respondents had heard of PMTCT. 78% (n39) said HIV can be transmitted from a mother to her baby, 12% (n6) were not sure, 6% (n3) did not know about transmission of HIV from mother to the baby and 4% (n2) said it cannot happen. The study found that 54% of the respondents mentioned health provider as their source of information on PMTCT. 72% (n36) mentioned that pregnant women should take drugs before delivery/during labour followed by HIV testing and counseling of pregnant women 28% (n14), delivery by caesarean section 20% (n10) among other actions. 98% (n49) had had HIV test whiles 2% (n1) had not had the test. 64% (n32) said they do not have HIV test every three months whiles 36% (n18) said they do. 96% (n48) of the respondents were said they were offered PMTCT counselling by a staff upon arrival at the hospital. Out of those who were offered PMTCT counselling by a staff, 93.8% (n45) said they have been convinced to use PMTCT services. III Conclusion: The study found that respondents had moderate knowledge on PMTCT of HIV/AIDS. Regarding PMTCT practice, it was found that almost all respondents (98.5%) had undergone an HIV test and the majority. Recommendation: It is recommended that MoH should strengthen mass media campaigns to improve the knowledge and positive attitude of people towards the PMTCT program
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    ASSESSING THE PREVALENCE OF SELF-MEDICATION WITH ANALGESICS AMONG STUDENTS IN HOLY FAMILY NURSING AND MIDWIFERY TRAINING COLLEGE, BEREKUM.
    (HOLY FAMILY NURSING & MIDWIFERY TRAINING COLLEGE, BEREKUM., 2023-12-31) QUAYSON ERICA ; AFENA BRAGO ABIGAIL ; BAAH SERWAA MARY
    Self-medication practice is the use of medicine without any professional supervision. It has its ultimate benefits but, in a way, increases the risk of developing resistance to the ailments. This continuous practice is not any different as it assumes a special significance among nurses in various hospitals. This study therefore sought to assess the prevalence of self-medication practices with analgesics among student nurses in Holy family nursing and midwifery training college. The study made used a quantitative cross-sectional survey consisting of only student nurses in Holy family nursing and midwifery training college. Using stratified sampling technique, fifty (50) respondents participated in the study. A validated, self-administered questionnaire was used to collect data and analyzed using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 20. The results indicated that selfmedication was at a peak (76%), the need for a quick relief (25.3%) accounted for the major reason why they self-medicate, Paracetamol (45.9%) was the highest self-medicated analgesic, self-medicating based on their own experience (23.6%) and acquiring analgesics from available pharmacies (51.0%) were the common sources and avenues to obtain analgesics. Predominantly, headache (32.5%) was the major ailment which compelled the respondents to self-medicate with analgesics. It was concluded that though student nurses are aware of the fact that self-medication is a bad practice, the need for a quick relief, availability and accessibility of pharmacies keeps it on the rise with paracetamol being the most commonly abused drug for ailments such as headaches.
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    Attitude and practice of hand hygiene among market women atcentral market
    (Holy Family NMTC Library, Berekum, 2022-08-01) Asante Kumi Amanda ; Tuah Esrher ; Asum Freda
    This research work was supervivised by Rita Agyei Boakye
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    Attitude,Knowledge and Practices in regard to geophagia among pregnant women in Berekum Municipality in the Bono Region of Ghana.
    (Holy Family NMTC Library, Berekum, 2022-08-01) Ababio Fosuaa Brempomaa ; Ernestina Appiah Owusu ; Harriet Agyaama Frimping
    Background; This research was carried out in Berekum Mnunicipality in the Bono region of Ghana to assess the knowledge, attitudes and practices of pregnant women with regards to geophagia in Berekum and to determine the factors which can influence the knowledge, attitudes and practices of geophagia among pregnant women.Basic design of the study; Utilizing a cross sectional descriptive survey was the research design. Sampling technique; A non-probability Convenience sampling technique was used to select 400 women attending antenatal clinic at Berekum hospitals and clinics.Data collection tool; A validated structured questionnaires were used as means for data collection for the respondents using convenience sampling method. Self-administered questionnaires were used for data collection. About 379 (94%) of the questionnaire was filled and returned.Major findings; The major findings were that, 53% of the total number of respondents said Geophagia poses health benefits during pregnancy, while 47% said it does not.The findings of this study accentuate the fact that although majority 84% (n=318) of the respondents are aware that pregnant women are more vulnerable to geophagia than other persons as against 16% (n=61) who are not. This arguably indicates a high awareness of the association between pregnancy and geophagia disorder among the respondents. Due to the fact that pregnancy come with a lot of extreme physiological changes the following reasons were ascertained; craving (50.7%), smelling (38.2%), cultural practices (33.1%), to stop nausea and vomiting (32.4%) and some also consume pica as a food substance as life giving (10.3%). Also, 23% (n=86) of the respondents are aware that geophagia disorder is dangerous to the health of the pregnant mother, while 77% (293) are not aware of this whilst 28% (n=109) of the respondents are aware that geophagia disorder is dangerous for the child in the womb, while 69% (n=262) are not aware. This suggests that, majority of the respondents do not view geophagia disorder as constituting health risk to both the mother and the child. Most of the respondents consume earthy-materials twice daily leading to less of its complications being exhibited. It is remarkable that up to 36.7% failed to seek medical attention upon experiencing geophagia disorder. When the respondents that gave no answer were eliminated, those that do not sought for medical attention was 69.5%, which is the majority. This high percentage might have resulted from the fact that most of the respondents did not appreciate the risk posed by geophagia disorder to the health of the mother and child Conclusions; The major opinions advanced by the respondents according to reasons that halt the indulgence of geophagia practices conclude to the fact that, a solution to these factors should be, Calling upon Public health authorities to work closely with community groups so they design bottom up, culturally competent interventions. It is recommended that follow up cohort studies can be done on the consumers to check whether they were only ingesting soil during pregnancy or have continued after giving birth. And also, educating and creating of awareness to women in their early stages of pregnancy on the dangers of soil consumption and also reinforce it anytime they come for antenatal visit in order to facilitate its full indulgence in prenatal/antenatal care
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    Attitude,Knowledge and Practices of respectful maternity care among midwives in Holy Family Hospital,Berekum.
    (Holy Family NMTC Library, Berekum, 2022-08-01) Adinkra Winnifred ; Quaicoo Asante Esther ; Gyan Febiri Eunice
    The study aimed to assess the knowledge, attitude and practices of Respectful Maternity Care among midwives in Holy Family Hospital, Berekum. A cross-sectional design was used to collect in-depth information for the study. The sample population was obtained using a convenient sampling technique. A total of 40 respondents were sampled for the study. The data for the study was collected by administering the questionnaire to the participants. The study found that almost all (97.5%) the respondents indicated they were aware of respectful maternity care. Majority (82.5%) of the respondents indicated they have ever taken a course covering respectful maternity care. Over half (52.5%) of the respondents correctly matched right to timely health care to abandonment, few (27.5%) of the respondents were able to correctly match freedom from harm and ill treatment to physical abuse. Almost all the respondents agreed that there is the need for service providers introduce themselves to women during labor (97.5%).The study recommended the management of the hospital should organize frequent training of midwives on respectful maternity care. Education is one strategy to promote respectful maternity care among care providers in facility-based childbirth.The study concluded that awareness of midwives on respectful maternity care was high. They demonstrated low knowledge on the various rights of RMC and their corresponding category of disrespect and abuse. Midwives demonstrated good attitudes towards respectful maternity care
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    Awareness Of Hepatitis B Virus Infection Among Pregnant Women Attending ANC At The Senase Health Center
    (Holy Family NMTC Library, Berekum, 2022-09-01) Fordjour Akyerekowaa Marian ; Oppong Josephine Amankwah ; Essibu Yartey Mary
    The study focused on determining the awareness of Hepatitis B virus infection among pregnant women who attend antenatal clinic (ANC) at Senase Health Center in the Senase community of the Berekum Municipality. A cross-sectional design was used to collect in-depth information for the study. A total of 50 pregnant women were sampled for the study using convenient sampling technique. The data for the study was collected by interviewing respondents. The study found that over half, 56% of the pregnant women had information about HBV vaccination. Half, 50% of the pregnant women had information on transmission routes of HBV. Less than half, 42% of the pregnant women had information on HVB prevention. Majority, 96% of the respondents mentioned that having unprotected sexual intercourse with an infected person as a cause of HBV infection. Almost all, 98% the respondents mentioned blood as a mode of transmission for HBV. Majority, 91.7% received information from health workers. In assessing the risk factors associated with HBV among the respondents. Majority, 82% of the pregnant women thought they need to be tested for hepatitis B. The study recommended that Ministry of Health in Ghana should make provisions for educating women in their reproduction age about hepatitis B virus. Ghana Health Service needs to scale up efforts on the testing regime of pregnant women to at least one-time during pregnancy to identify reactive mothers for immediate management and preparation towards birth. The study concluded that though the study participant demonstrated appreciable knowledge of HBV, they were highly informed about the risk factors of HBV, and high vaccination coverage was seen as a preventive measure for HBV. Majority viewed the hospital as the best place to seek for cure or management of HBV
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    Awareness of hepatitis B virus infection among pregnant women attending antenatal clinic at Senase Health Centre.
    (Holy Family NMTC Library, Berekum, 2022-08-01) Oppong Josephine Amankwah ; Fordjour Akyerekowaa Marian ; Essibu Yartey Mary
    The study focused on determining the awareness of Hepatitis B virus infection among pregnant women who attend antenatal clinic (ANC) at Senase Health Center in the Senase community of the Berekum Municipality. A cross-sectional design was used to collect in-depth information for the study. A total of 50 pregnant women were sampled for the study using convenient sampling technique. The data for the study was collected by interviewing respondents. The study found that over half, 56% of the pregnant women had information about HBV vaccination. Half, 50% of the pregnant women had information on transmission routes of HBV. Less than half, 42% of the pregnant women had information on HVB prevention.Majority, 96% of the respondents mentioned that having unprotected sexual intercourse with an infected person as a cause of HBV infection. Almost all, 98% the respondents mentioned blood as a mode of transmission for HBV. Majority, 91.7% received information from health workers. In assessing the risk factors associated with HBV among the respondents. Majority, 82% of the pregnant women thought they need to be tested for hepatitis B. The study recommended that Ministry of Health in Ghana should make provisions for educating women in their reproduction age about hepatitis B virus. Ghana Health Service needs to scale up efforts on the testing regime of pregnant women to at least one-time during pregnancy to identify reactive mothers for immediate management and preparation towards birth. The study concluded that though the study participant demonstrated appreciable knowledge of HBV, they were highly informed about the risk factors of HBV, and high vaccination coverage was seen as a preventive measure for HBV. Majority viewed the hospital as the best place to seek for cure or management of HBV
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    Awareness of urinary tract infection among female students of Holy Family Nursing and Midwifery Training College, Berekum.
    (Holy Family NMTC Library, Berekum, 2022-08-01) Ansu Albertha Appiah ; Konadu Vera ; Amponsah Gloria
    The study focused on the awareness of urinary tract infection among female students of Holy Family Nursing and Midwifery Training College, Berekum. A descriptive study design was used to collect in-depth information for the study. A simple random sampling method was employed to select the students from each class. A total of 50 respondents were sampled for the study. The data for the study was collected by administering the questionnaire to the participants.The study found that 70% (35) of the respondents indicated they never had UTI, 28% (14) had UTI once per semester and 2% (1) had UTI twice per semester. In finding out the last time they had UTI in school, Over half 52% (26) of the respondents indicated they had UTI once a while in school, 26% (13) indicted they never had UTI in school and 22% (11) can’t remember when they had UTI in school. In finding out what they do when diagnosed with UTI 58% (29) of the respondents used hospital management in managing UTI, 36% (18) of them based on previous management (self-medication) and 6% (3) used combination of local and hospital management.The study recommended that the women’s commission should organize awareness programs on UTI for better reproductive health of students. At the ANC level midwives should be watchful about the prevalence of UTI among pregnant women.The study concluded that UTI persisted both at school and at home. Hospital management was mainly used as the management of UTI among respondents. Respondent were conscious of preventive measure of UTI
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    BEHAVIOUR AND ATTITUDE ON WORK-RELATED RISKS AND HAZARDS AMONG HEALTH PERSONNELS AT HOLY FAMILY HOSPIAL, BEREKUM.
    (HOLY FAMILY NURSING & MIDWIFERY TRAINING COLLEGE, BERKUM., 2023-12-31) ADJEI EVELYN KOPRI ; AMOAH EMMANUELLA POKUAA - ; TWUMWAA LAWRENCIA
    The study focused on the behavior and attitude on work-related risks and hazards among health personnels at Holy Family Hospital, Berekum. A cross sectional descriptive study was used to collect in-depth information for the study. The sample population was obtained using a convenience sampling technique. A total of 50 nurses were sampled for the study. The data for the study was collected by administering the questionnaire to the participants. The study found that 88% (44) of the respondents have not received training on occupational hazards practices in the health care facility. All the respondents (100%) mentioned biological hazards and physical hazards. 90% of the respondents mentioned chemical hazards and 86% of respondents mentioned ergonomic hazard. 72% of the respondents mentioned safety hazards as a category of occupational hazard. A whopping 80% of the respondents mentioned trips and falls. 74% of the respondents mentioned long working hours. 56% of the respondents mentioned lack of equipment’s. 40% of the respondents mentioned time pressure and stress as causes of occupational hazards. Most of the respondents perceived high susceptibility to 62% needle prick injuries and 60% direct contact with patients’ fluid, 52% (26) of the respondents had low perception about assaults from patients. The study recommended that management of the must train healthcare workers on Occupational Health and Safety practices. Matron and ward in charges must also make sure that each shift is covered by enough nurses to prevent excessive fatigue among nurses and midwives. The study concluded that respondents have adequate knowledge on occupational hazards though respondents had no training after their previous education on occupational hazards. The overall perception of respondents on work-related risks and hazards was good.
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    Challenges of newly diagnosed diabetic patient at the diabetic clinic in Holy Family Hospital, Berekum
    (Holy Family NMTC Library, Berekum., 2023-12-01) Ansah A. A. , Alhassan U. & Boachie D. Y. (2023).Challenges of newly diagnosed diabetic patient at the diabetic clinic in Holy Family Hospital, Berekum.Holy Family Nursing & Midwifery Training College, Berekum.
    The focus of the study was to determine the challenges of newly diagnosed diabetic patient at the diabetic clinic in Holy Family Hospital, Berekum. A descriptive study design was used for the study. Fifty (50) diabetic patients were randomly chosen for the study. A well-structured questionnaire was used to collect data. The study found out that majority of the respondents do not have challenges as a newly diagnosed diabetic patient. Some of the challenges faced by newly diagnosed diabetic patients were; difficulties in adjusting to diet, difficulties in administration of insulin and accurate time for drug management. Majority of the respondents (44%) had no idea about the type of diabetics they were suffering from. Majority of the respondents (58%) believed diabetes to be a hereditary disease, 20% believed diabetes to be caused by eating sugary foods, 4% believed diabetes to be caused by a punishment and 2% believed it be a curse on an individual. Sixteen percent (16%) had no idea about how diabetes is caused. Majority of the respondents (86%) had knowledge that newly diagnosed diabetic patients should avoid some kind of foods. Majority of the respondents (80%) have difficulties adjusting to the new food regimen. Majority of the respondents (84%) uses oral drugs, 80% uses insulin injection, 42% of the respondents uses IV treatment and only 4% of the respondents uses herbal preparation. The study recommended that MOH should facilitate the creation of more diabetic clinic centers at the various teaching, regional and district hospital for effective management of diabetics and the management of Holy Family Hospital, Berekum should organize in-service training for nurses and other health personnels as to equip them to be abreast with the pattern of the changing health needs of patients and trends of diabetes management..
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    Coping with pregnancy in an academic environment in the Bono Region
    (Holy Family NMTC Library, Berekum, 2022-08-01) Immaculate Insarko ; Kwarteng Esther ; Agyeiwaa Kodie Rose
    The study focused on how tertiary students cope with pregnancy in an academic environment in the Bono Region. A quantitative approach was used to collect in-depth information for the study. A convenience sampling technique method was employed to select the students from each class. A total of 50 respondents were sampled for the study. The data for the study was collected by administering the questionnaire to the participants.The study found that respondents indicated that pregnancy has negative effect on academic life of students 96% (48), forced to defer courses were 94% (47), those who said studying becomes difficult when pregnant in school were 94% (47) and the respondents who said missing lectures due to ANC visits could result in poor academic outcomes were 84% (42). Pregnant students sometimes get mocked by students at school, 32% (16) of the respondents rated scale five, 28% (14) rated scale four, 18% (9) rated scale one, 12% (6) rated scale two and 10% (5) rated scale three. When probed about the sense of belonging when pregnant among peers, 24% (12) rated scale one, 22% (11) rated scale four, 20% (10) rated scale three,18% (9) rated scale two and 16% (8) rated scale five.The study recommended that the fertility awareness should be created or be intensive. Female students who become pregnant are to be supported in school (physically, psychologically, spiritually).The study concluded that the school environment is a fertile area to promote pregnancy. Our induction concluded that their feelings are tempered with in school. The study concluded that their schooling and academic performance were affected negatively.
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    Cord care practices among mothers attending post natal care at Palm Avenue Maternity Home, Berekum
    (Holy Family NMTC Library, Berekum, 2023-08-01) Kyeraa A., Abena A. & Yeboah W. O.(2023).Cord care practices among mothers attending Post Natal care at Palm Avenue Maternity home, Berekum.Holy Family Nursing & Midwifery Training College, Berekum.
    The study was focused on the cord care practices among mothers attending post natal care at Palm Avenue Maternity Home, Berekum. A cross sectional descriptive study was used to collect in-depth information for the study. The sample population was obtained using a convenient sampling technique. A total of fifty (50) mothers (respondents) were selected for the study. The data for the study was collected by the administration of questionnaire to the participants. The study found out that, majority of the respondents had their baby’s cord dressed by their mothers. Majority of the respondents had knowledge about the correct method to care for the cord. All of the respondents (100) agreed that proper care of the cord prevents infection.Most of the respondents had knowledge about the techniques used in cord care. None of the respondents apply concoction (cow dang, pepsodent, mixture of chalk and salt) to the stump of the baby’s cord.The study concluded that majority of the respondents (68%) apply cream/ointment (chlorhexidine) on the cord and majority of the respondents (94%) had good knowledge on handwashing technique on cord care