University of Nairobi Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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Effect of Outpatient Diarrhoea Case Management Training on Prescription of Oral Rehydration Solution and Zinc Among Children Aged 2-59 Months in 3 Health Centres in Nairobi County-a Before and After Study
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: Diarrhoea is the second leading cause of death among children below five years globally. In 2004, the World Health Organization (WHO) introduced zinc in addition to ORS for the treatment of diarrhoea in ... -
Use of Trap Crops and Biocontrol Agents in Root Knot Nematode Management Under Greenhouse Tomato Production
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Root knot nematode (RKN) infestation in tomato results in a substantial reduction in yields. Management of the nematodes is constrained by their polyphagous nature, inaccurate diagnosis, and the fact that synthetic nematicides ... -
Challenges of Strategy Implementation in Amica Savings and Credit Co-operative Society
(University of Nairobi, 2023)This study investigates the challenges faced in the implementation of strategic initiatives at Amica Sacco, a financial institution. Drawing on stakeholder theory, contingency theory, and institutional theory, the research ... -
A Cross-sectional Analysis of Vision Related Quality of Life in Adult Patients With Keratoconus in Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: Keratoconus is a mostly bilateral and asymmetric corneal ectasia, which presents with poor vision, blurred images and occasional eye pain. This may affect the patient’s quality of life by hindering participation ... -
The Effect of Acquisition on Financial Performance of Commercial Banks in Kenya: a Case Study of National Bank of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The study focused on establishing the effect of acquisition on the financial performance of NBK by comparing five measures of profitability in the banking industry. The study compared net interest ratio, efficiency ratio, ... -
Strategic Technological Innovation and Performance of Umeme Limited in Uganda
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The current economic environment is rapidly changing. Recent events like the COVID – 19 pandemic have also greatly affected the economic environment, disrupting some sectors while creating opportunities in some others. To ... -
Monitoring and Evaluation Practices and Completion of ECD Construction Projects in Kericho County.
(University of Nairobi, 2023)This research delves into the importance of stakeholder participation, careful planning, and resource allocation, as well as the Monitoring and evaluation (M&E) play a crucial part in project success. Monitoring and ... -
Presentation, Management and Pregnancy Outcomes of Rheumatic Diseases in Pregnancy at Kenyatta National Hospital From April 2010 Tooctober 2022: (a Descriptive Cross-sectional Study)
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: Rheumatic disease (RD) is prevalent in women of child bearing age and associated with several negative outcomes in pregnancy results, for example, preterm births, hypertensive disorders and increased risk for ... -
Effect of Exchange Rate Volatility on Financial Performance Of deposit Taking Microfinance Institutions in kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Deposit- taking microfinance institutions have experienced declining financial performance despite their economic contribution. The purpose of this study was to investigate how exchange rate volatility affected the ... -
Prevalence, Patterns, and Factors Associated With Use of Low Dose Aspirin During Pregnancy Among the Pregnant Women at Risk of Preeclampsia at Kenyatta National Hospital: a Descriptive Cross-sectional Study
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Background: The use of low-dose aspirin (LDA) among pregnant women at risk of pre-eclampsia is a well-established, evidence-based intervention aimed at preventing or delaying the onset of early-onset pre-eclampsia and ... -
Analysis of Adoption, Return on Investment and Cost-effectiveness of Improved Potato Seed System Interventions in Malawi
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Governments, researchers, and development partners implement agriculture projects in sub-Saharan Africa to increase productivity, income, and welfare. Over the years, empirical research has made enormous efforts to assess ... -
Assessment of Participatory Communication Strategies for Implementation of Food Security Policies in Kenya – Cross Sectional Study of Samburu County
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Food security is a persistent challenge in East Africa, it has been severally noted by the United Nations Organizations (UNO) that East African countries are threatened by food challenges due to recurring famine, droughts ... -
Influence of Weather Parameters on Vehicular Air Pollutants at a Select Road in Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Atmospheric pollution is an existential threat to people particularly those residing in urban areas. It affects lives in different ways including health, water and food resources. The abundance of air pollutants in urban ... -
Quality of Life of Caregivers of Childhood Cancer in Kenyatta National Hospital: a Cross-sectional Study
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background Cancer is a disease of increasing incidence in Kenya and the patients need a caregiver during the treatment. Caregivers’ life is affected by the demanding and overwhelming process they go through while offering ... -
Prevalence and Correlates of Curable Sexually Transmitted Infections in Women With Miscarriage in Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: Sexually transmitted infections (STI) are a major public concern globally among women in the reproductive age. The curable STIs (gonorrhoea, chlamydial infections, syphilis and trichomoniasis) have a global ... -
Assessment of Selected Institutional Factors Influencing Students' Participation in Outdoor Education at Kenya School of Adventure and Leadership
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Outdoor activities are integral parts of learning for children and adults. Research has shown that the inclusion of outdoor learning in school curricula and outdoor learning institutions enhances learners’ physical and ... -
An Audit, Review of Histopathologic Reporting and Reassessment of Venous Invasion Using Verhoeff Van Gieson Stain on Colorectal Cancer Resections at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: Colorectal carcinoma (CRC) was ranked as the third most common cancer worldwide and was responsible for the second highest number of cancer related deaths after lung cancer in 2020, according to World Health ... -
Effectiveness of Aseptic Protocols in Prevention of Surgical Site Infection Post-surgery in Selected Veterinary Practices in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Aseptic techniques are procedures that reduce microbial contamination in surgery to prevent or minimize the risks of post-surgery infection in order to achieve optimal wound healing. This demands strict compliance and ... -
Estimates of Heritability of Milk Yield in Irish Dairy Cows Using Random Regression Test-day Models
(University of Nairobi, 2024)ABSTRACTAs exists globally, an accurate genetic evaluation for individual dairy cows in Ireland is aprerequisite for genetic gain in milk yield. This entails using more sophisticated mixedmodels to model the variances and ... -
Influence of Risk Management Strategies on Performance of Donor Funded Projects: a Case of Water Sanitation and Hygiene (Wash) Projects in Turkana County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The non-profit sector in Kenya has faced challenges to do with project failure, delays and increased costs. Adoption of risk management strategies has been proposed as a way to address these challenges. Project risk ...
