Theses and Dissertations: Recent submissions
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The Effect of Corporate Governance Practices on Financial Performance of Commercial Banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)The relationship between CG and the financial performance still evokes much debate. Those in favour of having sound governance practices have brought forward their argument on performance and sound governance go hand in ... -
Prevalence of Mycoplasma Hominis, Ureaplasma Urealyticum and Ureaplasma Parvum in Placentae of Mothers With Preterm Delivery and the Associated Neonatal Outcomes at Kenyatta National Hospital, 2020. A Descriptive Cross Sectional Study
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Background: The global preterm birth rate in 2014 was estimated at 10•6%, equivalent to 14•84 million live preterm births. 81•1% preterm births happened in Asia and sub-Saharan Africa. Intrauterine infection during ... -
Perceived Effect of Human Capital Investment on Employee Commitment at the Office of Auditor General in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Human capital investment is very important for any firm to increase effectiveness, efficient, productivity and commitment in organizations. However, despite investing in employee getting committed, motivated and loyal ... -
Separation as a Corporate Strategy: the Case Study of Barclays Bank Plc and Absa Bank PLC
(University of Nairobi, 2021)The research studied the separation as a corporate strategy. The study critically analysed the ABSA and Barclays Banks since it was a case study. The research analysed the areas that informed the decision making in the ... -
Obstetric and Neonatal Outcomes of Women in Labour Undergoing Admission Cardiotocography Versus Intermittent Auscultation at Kenyatta National Hospital: A Randomized Control Trial
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Background: Admission Cardiotocography (ACTG) is a record of the foetal heart rate for 20 minutes upon admission in labour ward. Assessment of foetal wellbeing throughout labour and delivery is vital for identifying and ... -
Correlation Between Postvoid Residual Urine Volume and Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms as Measured by International Prostate Symptom Score in Patients With Benign Prostate Enlargement in Knh
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Background: Post Void Residual Urine Volume (PVR) is a widely used diagnostic tool for assessment of Benign Prostatic Enlargement (BPE) due to its procedural simplicity, availability and cost. However, its diagnostic ... -
Average Third Trimester Fasting Blood Sugar Level and Poor Pregnancy Outcomes Among Women With Pregnancy Diabetes at Kenyatta National Hospital – Retrospective Descriptive Cohort
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Background The prevalence of Gestational Diabetes Mellitus, a form of hyperglycaemia recognised for the first time in pregnancy, is increasing globally. The prevalence at Kenyatta National Hospital was 11.6% in ... -
Health Related Quality of Life and Treatment Regimens in Patients With Musculoskeletal Disorders at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Background: Globally, musculoskeletal disorders are one of the most neglected diseases despite showing a prevalence that is on the rise and a leading cause of disability. Various regimens have been identified and are used ... -
The Efficacy of Antiseptic Agents Utilized at Kenyatta National Hospital Burns Unit Against Bacteria Isolated From Infected Wounds
(UON, 2021)Background: Burn injury in the Kenyan population is associated with extended hospitalization, deformity and disabilities, which induces stigma and rejection. In addition, the highly resistant and opportunistic bacteria ... -
Mainstream Print Media Coverage of Covid-19 in Kenya: a Comparative Content Analysis of Daily Nation and the Standard Newspapers
(UON, 2021)On March 11, 2020, the WHO declared COVID-19 a pandemic. By April 2020, COVID-19 (a viral disease with flu-like symptoms) had spread worldwide, interrupting lives almost entirely, straining healthcare systems, and causing ... -
Strategic Management Practices and Performance of Jumia Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)For an organization to succeed, it develops strategies, either emergent or inherent, to counteract pressures and changes, and to capitalize on opportunities in its environment. Strategic management practices (SMPs) are ... -
Impact of Metarhizium Anisopliae and Beauveria Bassiana on Bee Pollinators (Hymenoptera: Apidae), and Modelling Their Performance in Bee Colonies
(UON, 2021)Insect pollination sustains the biodiversity of 90% of wild plants, and 75% of crop species for food and nutritional security. Chemical pesticides used to manage arthropod pests constitute a key driver to the unprecedented ... -
Monitoring and Evaluation Practices and Performance of Food Security Projects Among Smallholder Farmers in Marigat Sub County, Baringo County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Food security exists when all people, at all times, have physical, social and economic access to sufficient, safe and nutritious foods that meets their dietary needs and food preferences for an active and healthy life. The ... -
The Influence of Arterial Tourniquet Applied During Limb Surgery on Postoperative Hemoglobin Level- a Single Centre Prospective Observational Study
(UON, 2021)Background: Limb surgeries are a major contributor of surgical burden, especially in low and middle-income countries. These surgeries are associated with considerable blood loss. Therefore anaesthetists and surgeons are ... -
Investigation of Toxoplasma Gondii and Associated Risk Factors for Infection of Sheep and Goats in Kajiado County
(UON, 2021)Toxoplasma gondii has significant veterinary and public health importance globally. Infection in sheep and goats reduces their reproductive performance and may serve as a source of infection to humans leading to a ... -
Atrium Daylight Penetration in Dense Apartment Blocks.a Case of Roysambu Nairobi, Kenya
(UON, 2021)In dense urban neighbourhoods the main source of daylight to the internal spaces is the atrium, however, these are not designed, or sized to consider daylight penetration along all its floors. Adequate daylight in ... -
Assessment of Vestibular Function in Patients With Chronic Suppurative Otitis Media at the Kenyatta National Hospital
(UON, 2021)Background: Chronic suppurative otitis media is a chronic inflammation of the middle ear and mastoid cavities. It may be associated with inner ear functional damage resulting in disorders of hearing and balance. The ... -
Soil Survey, Genesis and Classification Along a Transect Underlain by Quaternary Sediments in Kilifi County, Kenya
(UON, 2021)Soil resource data is at an increasing demand to provide efficient information on soil properties that we rely on for crop production, grassland and forest sustenance. A pedogenesis study was conducted in Kilifi County, ... -
Patterns of Infant Feeding Practices and Associated Factors in Mathare North Health Center, Nairobi County
(UON, 2021)Background Good child feeding practice is a crucial determinant of infants optimal growth, development, and good health status. Appropriate nutrition within the first two years of a child's life decreases morbidity and ... -
Prevalence of Teenage Pregnancy and Associated Adverse Outcomes Compared to Adult Pregnancy Seen in Msambweni,and Kwale Hospitals: a Comparative Crosssectional Study
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Introduction: Globally, teen pregnancy is a significant heath problem. These pregnancies have been reportedas the commonest cause of death in teenage girrls in middle and low-income countries as well as a bigger riskof ...
