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Amavhandu-Mudzusi, Dr.
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dc.contributor.author |
Nyika, Dennias Tonderai
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dc.date.accessioned |
2015-01-12T10:50:09Z |
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dc.date.available |
2015-01-12T10:50:09Z |
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dc.date.issued |
2015-01-12 |
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dc.identifier.citation |
Nyika, Dennias Tonderai (2015) The experiences of people treated for multidrug resistant tuberculosis in Omaheke Region, Namibia, University of South Africa, Pretoria, <http://hdl.handle.net/10500/15366> |
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dc.identifier.uri |
http://hdl.handle.net/10500/15366 |
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dc.description.abstract |
The study aimed to explore and describe the experiences of people treated for multidrug resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB) in Omaheke region, Namibia in order to make relevant recommendations regarding their management. A descriptive qualitative design approach was used. Data was collected using in-depth individual interviews with six participants. The interview transcripts were analysed using thematic content analysis. Three themes emerged namely (1) Stressors related to MDR-TB diagnosis and treatment which involved nature of disease and compulsory hospitalisation (2) Impact of being treated for MDR-TB which related to emotional , social , spiritual and financial impact (3) Support structures for people treated for MDR-TB which included family members, health care professionals and friends. Systemic practical patient-centred, staff-centred and community-centred recommendations are suggested as well as recommendations for future research and an appraisal of the limitations of this study. |
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dc.rights |
University of South Africa |
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dc.subject |
Multi-drug resistant tuberculosis |
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dc.subject |
Experiences |
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dc.subject |
Tuberculosis |
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dc.subject |
People |
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dc.title |
The experiences of people treated for multidrug resistant tuberculosis in Omaheke Region, Namibia |
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dc.type |
Dissertation |
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dc.description.department |
Health Studies |
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dc.description.degree |
M.A. (Public Health) |
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