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Comparative Study Of The Effectiveness Of Morphine Combined With Bupivacaine Versus Bupivacaine Alone For Caudal Blocks In Paediatric Patients Undergoing Infraumbilical Surgeries At Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Background: Uncontrolled pain is often associated with increased incidence of postoperative nausea and delirium, prolonged Post Anaesthesia Care Unit (PACU) stay, delayed hospital discharge and delayed resumption of normal ... -
A Critical Analysis of the Igad Mediation in South Sudan and the August 2015 Agreement on the Resolution of Conflict in South Sudan (Arciss)
(university of nairobi, 2018)This study is a critical analysis of the (IGAD) mediation in South Sudan and the August 2015 (ARCISS). Basically the study is a critique of the IGAD mediation process, as it has been globally applauded for its successful ... -
Childhood Primary Health Care Practices In Selected Charitable Children’S Institutions Within Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Background: Kenya is currently home to over 2.6 million orphans and vulnerable children, majority of whom (40%), are as a result of Human Immunodeficiency virus/Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (HIV/AIDS). More often ... -
Impact of External Debt on African States Development: a Case Study of Kenya (2000-2016)
(university of nairobi, 2018)This is a study of the impact of external debt on African state’s development with an emphasis on Kenya for the period between 2000 to 2016.In assessing the impact the study outlines two objectives. First, is to investigate ... -
Effect of Fiscal Policy Variables on the Growth of Real Estate Sector in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Kenya has experienced a big boom in the real estate sector in the recent past to be ranked the fourth highest contributor to the economy. This is as a direct response to increased demand. The Kenya population is fast growing ... -
An Assessment of the Role and Impact of Technology on Diplomacy and Foreign Policy
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Predictors Of Admissions Among Obstetric Patients At The Critical Care Unit, Kenyatta National Hospital
(UoN, 2018)Background: World Health Organization (WHO) describes severe maternal morbidity as near death (near miss) but survival from complications which occurred during pregnancy, childbirth or within 42 days of termination of ... -
The Effectiveness of Legal Instruments of the Child Refugee: a Case Study of Dadaab in Kenya
(university of nairobi, 2018)In 2015, the total number of refugees in the world reached 21.3 million. Over half of these were children. The majority of these minors were unaccompanied, traveling alone without their families, trying to find a safer ... -
Perceived Effects of Corporate Wellness Programs on Employee’s Productivity at Radisson Blu Hotel, Nairobi Upperhill
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Corporate wellness programs are interventions designed to promote physical, social and mental health among employees in the workplace to produce attitudinal and behavioral benefits. The programs aim to encourage employees ... -
Audit Of Antibiotic Prescribing Practices For Neonatal Sepsis In New Born Unit At Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2018)BACKGROUND Neonatal sepsis is a major contributor of morbidity and mortality globally. Neonates usually present with nonspecific signs, hence requires a high index of suspicion(1). Neonates with sepsis deteriorate rapidly, ... -
Implementing occupational health and safety management systems: an analysis of employee capacity gaps at a wind energy establishment in Kenya faculty of arts
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Occupational Safety and health Management Systems are being implemented globally for the purpose of certification. Limited information however is available on their effectiveness in achieving reduction in occupational ... -
Comorbid Depressive & Anxiety Disorders Among Hiv Infected Mothers And Implications On Children’S Socio-Emotional Development In Kibra Slums
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Introduction: Mental health and HIV/AIDS have been closely interlinked; this is with regards to the attribution of mental disorders to the increase in the prevalence of HIV infections and HIV infections being associated ... -
Drug Trafficking in Kenya: a Case Study of Mombasa County, Kenya
(university of nairobi, 2018)Been the 21st century, Kenya as a state continues to face a lot of challenges be it political, economic, and technological or security. The study will examine security challenge Kenya faces as a result of globalization ... -
Strategic Management Practices Adopted by Veterinary Pharmaceutical Companies in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The objective of this study was to determine the strategic management practices by veterinary pharmaceutical companies in Kenya. This study was a cross sectional descriptive survey. In a cross sectional study, data is ... -
The Role of Media in Conflict Management: Acase of Civil War in Somalia
(university of nairobi, 2018)This study focuses on the media in Somalia, looking at how the press – mainly radio – is used in conflict management while at the same time assessing the positive and negative impacts the media has on the prolonged Somalia ... -
Assessment Of Association Between Anxiety, Depression And Alcohol Use Disorders Among The Deaf In Nairobi East
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Background: Globally, few studies have been done amongst the Deaf, resulting in little empirical data which relates to the prevalence and distribution of psychiatric symptoms and diseases amongst this population. Regionally ... -
Influence of Differentiation Strategy on Performance of Pharmaceutical Companies Operating in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)This study is undertaken to establish the adoption of differentiation strategies by pharmaceutical companies operating in Kenya and how the strategies influence performance of these companies. Differentiation strategy ... -
Factors Influencing Sustainability in International Humanitarian Assistance in Kenya
(university of nairobi, 2018)This research was carried out to take a critical look at factors influencing sustainability in international humanitarian assistance in Kenya. The study was conducted at regional and country headquarters’ of the Kenya ... -
The Effectiveness Of Enteral Table Salt In Hyponatremia At The Kenyatta National Hospital Critical Care Unit
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Introduction: Hyponatremia, defined as serum sodium level of less than 135mEq/L [1], is the most common electrolyte abnormality in hospitalised patients. It is estimated to occur in 2-4% of hospitalised patients and in ...
