Journal of Family Medicine and Health Care

Volume 2, Issue 4, December 2016

  • Importance of Antenatal Care Services to Pregnant Women at the Buea Regional Hospital Cameroon

    Samuel Nambile Cumber, Dioni Christabel Diale, Elive Mbua Stanly, Nina Monju

    Issue: Volume 2, Issue 4, December 2016
    Pages: 23-29
    Received: 21 September 2016
    Accepted: 5 October 2016
    Published: 2 November 2016
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    Abstract: It is known from studies that the morbidity and mortality of pregnant women who attend antenatal care is reduced compared to women who do not attend antenatal care. That is why this study aimed at assessing the antenatal care services of pregnant women with the objective to determine the knowledge, know the importance of ANC and finally now the fac... Show More
  • Approaches Used by Nurses in the Care of Patients with Nasogastric Intubation (NG Tubes) at the Laquintinie Hospital Douala Cameroon

    Samuel Nambile Cumber, Ngo Minette Akama, Lydia A gbor-Mbeng Nkongho

    Issue: Volume 2, Issue 4, December 2016
    Pages: 30-35
    Received: 23 September 2016
    Accepted: 1 October 2016
    Published: 2 November 2016
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    Abstract: The general objective of this work was to assess approaches used by the nurses at the Laquintinie Hospital Douala in the care of patients with NG Tubes and so identify the challenges nurses faced when caring for patients with NG tubes. It was a descriptive cross sectional study design carried out from April to June, the sample technique and study p... Show More
  • Mothers’ Knowledge on the Effects of Malnutrition in Children 0-5 Years in Muea Health Area Cameroon

    Samuel Nambile Cumber, Nkengateh Babara Ankraleh, Nina Monju

    Issue: Volume 2, Issue 4, December 2016
    Pages: 36-42
    Received: 1 October 2016
    Accepted: 9 October 2016
    Published: 2 November 2016
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    Abstract: Malnutrition is a condition that develops when the body does not get the required foods nutrients in their rights proportions. Malnutrition is also as a result of underfeeding or overfeeding. Increase nutritional needs such as vitamins, minerals, protein supplements in children can help reduce further complication. This study was carried out in Mue... Show More
  • Evaluation of the Results Obtained from Microbiological Analysis of Blood Cultures over 5 Years

    Mine Turhanoglu, Esra Koyuncu, Fulya Bayındır Bilman, Arzu Onur, Fikret Tekay

    Issue: Volume 2, Issue 4, December 2016
    Pages: 43-50
    Received: 24 August 2016
    Accepted: 10 September 2016
    Published: 3 November 2016
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    Abstract: The infections caused by bacteria that reproduce in blood cultures are important medical problems that cause morbidity and mortality. The infections caused by resistant microorganisms are gradually increasing because of the patient’s long stay in hospital, invasive procedures, and application of multi and parenteral antibiotic treatment. The microo... Show More
  • Assessing Malnourished Children between 0 - 5 Years of Age at the Bamenda Regional Hospital, Cameroon

    Samuel Nambile Cumber, Shalom Jaila, Nancy Bongkiynuy, Mercy Kein, Rosaline Yumumkah Kanjo-Cumber

    Issue: Volume 2, Issue 4, December 2016
    Pages: 51-56
    Received: 24 August 2016
    Accepted: 12 October 2016
    Published: 3 November 2016
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    Abstract: Assessing the lifestyle of malnourished children between 0-5 years of age at the Bamenda Regional Hospital. Our aim was to identify the lifestyles that predispose children to be malnourished and the most prevalent type of malnutrition. A descriptive cross sectional hospital-based study was carried out at the Bamenda Regional Hospital and included 2... Show More
  • Prevalence of Intestinal Parasites and Associated Risk Factors Among Schoolchildren of Homesha District (Woreda) in Benishangul-Gumuz Regional State, Western Ethiopia

    Gebremichael Gebretsadik

    Issue: Volume 2, Issue 4, December 2016
    Pages: 57-64
    Received: 2 June 2016
    Accepted: 20 June 2016
    Published: 3 November 2016
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    Abstract: Intestinal parasitic infection (IPIs) is one of the major and serious medical and public health problems in developing countries including Ethiopia. Effective prevention and control of IPIs require the identification of local risk factors, particularly among school children. The aim of this study was to assess the prevalence of IPIs and associated ... Show More
  • Assessing Challenges Faced by Nurses in Delivering Prevention of Mother to Child Transmission of HIV/AIDS Services in Buea Health District, Cameroon

    Samuel Nambile Cumber, Munongo Gyengsi Yvonne, Rosaline Yumumkah Kanjo Cumber, Tabi-Arrey Victory-Noel Maojong

    Issue: Volume 2, Issue 4, December 2016
    Pages: 65-73
    Received: 14 September 2016
    Accepted: 12 October 2016
    Published: 23 November 2016
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    Abstract: HIV/AIDS is a major global public health concernWorldwide over 40 million people are estimated to be infected with 28 million people from Sub-Saharan Africa at the end of 2001. This is the region with the highest prevalence. This study was carried out in the Buea Health District of the South west region Cameroon. Was a descriptive cross sectional s... Show More
  • The Identification of Motivational Factors That Influences Nurses Output in Hospitals in the Fako Division, Cameroon

    Samuel Nambile Cumber, Stanly Mbua Elive

    Issue: Volume 2, Issue 4, December 2016
    Pages: 74-80
    Received: 17 September 2016
    Accepted: 15 October 2016
    Published: 23 November 2016
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    Abstract: The importance of motivation in the day-to-day performance of nurses’ cannot be over emphasized; it is a well-known fact that human output of any sort is improved by increase in motivation. To identify motivational factors that influences nurses output in health institutions in Fako Division. We used a descriptive survey in health institutions in F... Show More
  • The Effects of Toxoplasmosis and Malaria Coinfection on Malaria Parasite Density and Hematological Parameters in Children (0-6 Years) in the Nkolbisson Health District, Cameroon

    Samuel Nambile Cumber, Kameni Nguekam Yvonne-Estelle, Shalom Jaila

    Issue: Volume 2, Issue 4, December 2016
    Pages: 81-88
    Received: 18 September 2016
    Accepted: 15 October 2016
    Published: 23 November 2016
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    Abstract: Toxoplasma gondii and Plasmodium species are both endemic apicomplexan parasites that have been incriminated in the cause of febrile illnesses in children in the sub-Saharan regions of Africa. Moreover these parasites have some common routes of transmission, common receptors for pathogenicity and both effect or of some hematological parameters. Des... Show More
  • Awareness About Mother-To-Child Transmission of HIV Infection Among Women in Nigeria

    Samson Ayo Deji, Olusola Odu, Olayinka Olasode

    Issue: Volume 2, Issue 4, December 2016
    Pages: 89-94
    Received: 14 October 2016
    Accepted: 29 October 2016
    Published: 30 November 2016
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    Abstract: The concerns of children testing positive to HIV virus shortly after birth is alarming in developing countries. The study assessed the level of awareness of women about Mother To Child Transmission. (MTCT) in Nigeria. The study used secondary data from the National Demographic and Health Survey (NDHS) conducted in the six geopolitical zones of Nige... Show More
  • Peripartum Cardiomyopathy with Heart Failure Persisting Beyond Ten Months Post-Partum: A Rare Case Report in Awka, Nigeria

    Innocent Chukwuemeka Okoye, Ernest Ndukaife Anyabolu

    Issue: Volume 2, Issue 4, December 2016
    Pages: 95-97
    Received: 18 October 2016
    Accepted: 2 November 2016
    Published: 30 November 2016
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    Abstract: Peripartum cardiomyopathy (PPCM) is a rare dilated cardiomyopathy that occurs in late pregnancy or in post-partum period. The features of PPCM usually resolve within six months post-partum following treatment. Factors associated with PPCM are not completely known. We document a rare case of PPCM with features that persisted beyond 10 months post-pa... Show More
  • The Influence of Socio-Economic Status on the Prevalence of School-Age Childhood Behavioral Disorders in a Local District Clinic of North West England

    Michael O. Ogundele

    Issue: Volume 2, Issue 4, December 2016
    Pages: 98-107
    Received: 18 September 2016
    Accepted: 4 November 2016
    Published: 9 December 2016
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    Abstract: There are several types of childhood behavioral disorders. The most common disruptive behavior disorders include ODD, CD and ADHD. Socio-economic factors are known to influence the prevalence of chronic childhood disabling conditions including emotional and behavioral disorders. Assessment of school-age children for difficult or challenging behavio... Show More
  • Factors Contributing to Patient Default of Tuberculosis Treatment in Health Facilities Within Nakuru East and West Sub-Counties-Kenya

    Ronald Omenge Obwoge, Emily Sigilai, Richard K. A. Sang

    Issue: Volume 2, Issue 4, December 2016
    Pages: 108-113
    Received: 9 September 2016
    Accepted: 12 November 2016
    Published: 12 December 2016
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    Abstract: Tuberculosis is an infectious disease caused by mycobacterium tuberculosis (MTB) which is transmitted through the air or by ingesting infected milk or meat (bovine Tb). It is major public health problem worldwide. The study sought to determine factors contributing to patient defaulting to tuberculosis treatment in Nakuru East and West Sub-Counties,... Show More
  • Family Dysfunction and Self-Medication for Acute Febrile Illness

    Alexander Adelabu Azonobo, Musa Dankyau

    Issue: Volume 2, Issue 4, December 2016
    Pages: 114-118
    Received: 2 September 2016
    Accepted: 29 October 2016
    Published: 12 December 2016
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    Abstract: Background: Fever is a common complain from patients globally. Self medication for acute febrile illness is also a common practice but often with severe consequences. The family influences the health of the individuals and hence the community in several ways. Family function has major influence on decisons made at home including health seeking beha... Show More
  • Demography Dynamics: Factors Affecting Number of Offspring and Male to Female Ratio in Greece

    George I. Lambrou, Maria Braoudaki, Eleni Papanikolaou, Anna Tagka

    Issue: Volume 2, Issue 4, December 2016
    Pages: 119-131
    Received: 23 August 2016
    Accepted: 30 November 2016
    Published: 30 December 2016
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    Abstract: Background: Population models assume that parents make investment decisions that maximize reproductive success in the face of limited resources. Aim: The aim of the current study was to investigate the dynamics of offspring and the patterns of male to female ratio in the urban area of Athens. In addition, the role of socioeconomic factors to their ... Show More
  • Patient Safety Assessment at Primary Health Care Centers in Cairo, Egypt

    Alaa Abdelwahed Shams-Eldin

    Issue: Volume 2, Issue 4, December 2016
    Pages: 132-137
    Received: 5 October 2016
    Accepted: 8 December 2016
    Published: 12 January 2017
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    Abstract: Background: Patient safety at primary health care centers (PHCC) is rarely assessed, particularly in developing countries. Objectives: This study aimed to assess some items of patient safety program at primary health care centers, Cairo, Egypt. Methods: A cross sectional study was carried out on primary health care centers (PHCC) in Cairo, from Jan... Show More
  • The Availability of Resources for Standard Management of Hypertension at Public Primary Health Care Facilities, Shargelneel Locality-Khartoum State-Sudan

    Naiema Abdalla Wagialla, Mustafa Khidir Mustafa Elnimeiri

    Issue: Volume 2, Issue 4, December 2016
    Pages: 138-141
    Received: 26 October 2016
    Accepted: 24 November 2016
    Published: 12 January 2017
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    Abstract: Introduction: Hypertension is already a high prevalent risk factor for Cardio Vascular Diseases (CVDs) throughout the world due to prevalence of contributing modifiable risk factors such as unhealthy diet, physical inactivity, tobacco use, and Hyperlipidemia. Worldwide hypertension estimated to cause 7.1 million premature death and 4.5% of disease ... Show More