University of Nairobi Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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Trial of labour or elective repeat caesarean delivery:are women making an informed decision at Kenyatta national hospital?
(University of Nairobi, 2017)A successful trial of labour culminating in vaginal birth, a failed trial resulting in an emergency repeat caesarean delivery, or an elective repeat caesarean delivery are the three possible outcomes for the woman who has ... -
Clinical Experiences of Undergraduate Nursing Students in Kenya: a Reflective Journal Analysis Approach
(University of Nairobi, 2021)here is a need to assess students' reflective work to identify learning enhancers and barriers to improve nurse training. Although reflective writing has been an ongoing clinical nurse education practice globally, analysis ... -
Post Resuscitation Care: Level of Awareness on Therapeutic Hypothermia/targeted Temperature Monitoring Among Healthcare Providers in Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Patients who suffer cardiac arrest are susceptible to cerebral hypoxia and ischemia that leads to poor neurological outcomes in and out of hospital settings. Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is a leading cause of death in the ... -
Reflective Abilities of Nursing Students: a Thematic Analysis of Reflection Journals
(2021)Objective: Reflective writing is consistently linked to improved clinical decision-making. However, analyzing the journals to evaluate the reflective abilities of nursing students is scanty locally. This study aimed to ... -
The Effect of Smartphones Use on Altering the Level of Attention and Learning Styles among Undergraduate Nursing Students in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)The use of cell phones can harm nursing students' academic performance. As such, reliance on the device for everyday activities has increased. Consequently, "nomophobia", defined as the fear of being without one's smartphone, ... -
Effectiveness of different cord care interventions on omphalitis prevention among neonates in Nakuru County Hospital, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2022)developing countries. Annually, about 4 million neonatal deaths occur around the world. Of these, more than 30% are caused by infections majority of which start as umbilical cord infections. Topical umbilical cord care ... -
NoViolet Bulawayo’s Glory as an Allegory of Repressive Power in Africa
(University of Nairobi, 2024-12)This research project report examines how NoViolet Bulawayo‘s novel, Glory, functions as an allegory of repressive political power in Zimbabwe in general and Africa at large. To attain this, I employ Frederic Jameson‘s ... -
The UWEZO project—musculoskeletal health training in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)A major cause of disability and pain, musculoskeletal conditions (MSC) affect all aspects of people’s lives and have a significant socioeconomic impact. Access to early diagnosis, effective treatments and rehabilitation ... -
The association of fatigue, comorbidity burden, disease activity, disability and gross domestic product in patients with rheumatiod arthritis: Results from 34 countries participating in the Quest-RA programme
(University of Nairobi, 2014)The aim is to assess the prevalence of comorbidities and to further analyse to which degree fatigue can be explained by comorbidity burden, disease activity, disability and gross domestic product (GDP) in patients with ... -
Dilemmas in Media coverage of Human Rights in Kenya
(2024-06-22)Media practitioners and entities play an essential role in enabling human beings to enjoy the rights enshrined in article 19 of universal declaration of human rights, and interrelated human rights. However, as moral agents ... -
Understanding demographic events and migration patterns in two urban slums of Nairobi City in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Understanding the dynamics of movements between different demographic events is essential for informing effective population management strategies. This study aims to characterize the trajectories of demographic and other ... -
Impact of COVID-19 pandemic on the utilization of emergency medical services in Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Introduction: Emergency medical services (EMS) are vital for providing immediate medical or trauma care to patients and stabilizing them for transportation to hospitals. Following the confirmation of the first case of ... -
Collaborative Business Strategy and Performance of Kenya Industrial Estates
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The Application of International Law to Cyber-armed Conflict
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An Assessment of Corporate Governance Laws in Kenya: a Case for Institutional Awards Towards Greater Compliance for Private Companies
(University of Nairobi, 2023)In the last few decades, corporate governance has become a matter of concern, discussion, and efforts by governments and organisations locally and internationally. Ostensibly, this increased focus has been occasioned by ... -
Establishing the Relationship Between Family Background and Problem Behaviour of Institutionalized Teenagers in Othaya Sub-county of Nyeri County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The study sought to establish the relationship between family background and problem behaviours of institutionalized teenagers in Othaya Sub-County of Nyeri County, Kenya. Its objectives were to: assess the relationship ... -
The Effect of Gender Inclusivity in Education and Employment on Economic Growth in Kenya
(University of NairobiUniversity of Nairobi, 2023)Gender inclusivity is the idea that all privileges and services are available to everyone regardless of sexual disposition (United Nations, Gender-inclusive Language). It is the availability of all resources and opportunities ... -
Product Innovation Strategy and Financial Performance of Commercial Banks in Kenya. Case Study of ABSA Bank Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The modern banking environment is characterized by high rate of product innovation which has led to a wide variety of banking services and product options. The services are regularly reviewed and the less effective ones ... -
Gender Dynamic and Sustainability of Smallholder Agricultural Projects in Homabay County
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Impact of Digital Advertising on Performance of Real Estate Firms: a Case of Username Investments Ltd
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The main objective of the study was to analyze the impact of digital advertising on performance of real estates in Nairobi, a case of Username Investments Ltd. Advertising has been used as a tool for social influence, in ...
