Health SA GesondheidPub Date : 2025-05-31eCollection Date: 2025-01-01DOI: 10.4102/hsag.v30i0.2884
Pride Bvukeya, Katekani J Shirindza, Rachel T Lebese
{"title":"Grade nine learners' experiences on Ubuntu workshop in Mopani District of South Africa: An appreciative inquiry.","authors":"Pride Bvukeya, Katekani J Shirindza, Rachel T Lebese","doi":"10.4102/hsag.v30i0.2884","DOIUrl":"10.4102/hsag.v30i0.2884","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Teenage pregnancy remains a significant public health concern in South Africa that remains a challenge in the context of Ubuntu in the African philosophy.</p><p><strong>Aim: </strong>This article explores grade nine leraners' experiences on Ubuntu workshop in Mopani District.</p><p><strong>Setting: </strong>The study was conducted in Limpopo province of South Africa. Limpopo province is one of the nine provinces on the far northern side of South Africa. It is bordered by Mozambique and Zimbabwe as its neighbouring countries.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A qualitative exploratory descriptive design was used based on the 4-cycle appreciative inquiry. A non-probability purposive sampling was used to select 32 participants who were grade nine learners who participated in the health education programme for teenage pregnancy. Data were gathered through workshop group discussions. The interviews were audiotaped and transcribed verbatim. Thematic analysis was used to categorise and analyse themes that emerged from the data.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Four main themes were identified: Empowering self and others; Outcomes for the future; Imparting knowledge; and Shaping others.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Based on the four themes that emerged from the findings, it is clear that participants prioritise personal growth, empowerment and positively impacting others. These findings suggest that teenage pregnancy prevention programmes should focus on empowering teenagers to empower others and that knowledge sharing with the infusion of Ubuntu principles promotes self-worth, dignity and empowerment, enabling teenagers to make informed decisions about their reproductive health.</p><p><strong>Contribution: </strong>Adds to the body of knowledge by presenting Ubuntu teenage pregnancy prevention programmes.</p>","PeriodicalId":45721,"journal":{"name":"Health SA Gesondheid","volume":"30 ","pages":"2884"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-05-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12223845/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144561486","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Health SA GesondheidPub Date : 2025-05-31eCollection Date: 2025-01-01DOI: 10.4102/hsag.v30i0.2749
Agnes Makhene, Sanele E Nene, Miyelani Mhlongo
{"title":"Technology challenges in a higher education institution: Student nurse experience.","authors":"Agnes Makhene, Sanele E Nene, Miyelani Mhlongo","doi":"10.4102/hsag.v30i0.2749","DOIUrl":"10.4102/hsag.v30i0.2749","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Since the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, the world has faced many challenges, including lockdowns and disruptions to various nursing education programmes. Consequently, higher education institutions (HEIs) were compelled to transition to online learning to continue teaching and learning activities. Nursing students had to cope with the abrupt shift from traditional to Internet-based learning platforms. Some student nurses reported significant challenges regarding technological resources, Internet access and loadshedding, a phenomenon specific to South Africa.</p><p><strong>Aim: </strong>This article aimed to explore and describe technological resource challenges as experienced by student nurses in a HEI in Gauteng.</p><p><strong>Setting: </strong>The setting was an institution of higher learning offering nursing programmes leading to undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A qualitative, descriptive, exploratory and contextual design with a phenomenological approach was used. The population consisted of postgraduate students who were exposed to online learning. A purposive sampling method was used. Unstructured, face-to-face and virtual individual phenomenological interviews were used to collect data. Data saturation was reached at the tenth (<i>N</i> = 10) participant. Braun & Clarke's thematic data analysis method was used. Lincoln and Gubas's strategies and authenticity were used to ensure trustworthiness while observing ethical considerations throughout.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Four themes were identified under the technological resource challenges as experienced by student nurses: loadshedding, connectivity, digital skills and not having a computer.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Online teaching and learning is an essential phenomenon in the 4th Industrial Revolution era; however, students face different challenges that nurse educators need to consider.</p><p><strong>Contribution: </strong>This study contributes to the information on how the online experience of diverse students who have challenges can be improved.</p>","PeriodicalId":45721,"journal":{"name":"Health SA Gesondheid","volume":"30 ","pages":"2749"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-05-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12135152/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144227162","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Health SA GesondheidPub Date : 2025-05-30eCollection Date: 2025-01-01DOI: 10.4102/hsag.v30i0.2935
Thobile B Mchunu, Nelisiwe Khuzwayo
{"title":"Experience of gender-based violence among high school-going youth in Estcourt, KwaZulu-Natal.","authors":"Thobile B Mchunu, Nelisiwe Khuzwayo","doi":"10.4102/hsag.v30i0.2935","DOIUrl":"10.4102/hsag.v30i0.2935","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Gender-based violence (GBV) is a global public health issue, particularly affecting women and vulnerable youth, with an estimated 150 million girls and 73 million boys impacted worldwide. GBV can negatively impact the academic attainment of learners.</p><p><strong>Aim: </strong>To assess the experiences of GBV among high school-going youth in Estcourt, KwaZulu-Natal.</p><p><strong>Setting: </strong>This study took place in Estcourt, KwaZulu- Natal.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>An analytic cross-sectional study was conducted in four high schools among 349 learners who completed a standardised questionnaire. Data were analysed using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences version 17. Descriptive analysis included a Chi-square test. A <i>p</i>-value ≤ 0.05 was considered statistically significant.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The study included 349 participants, comprising 195 girls (55.87%) and 154 boys (44.13%). More than half (53.01%) of the participants reported experiencing physical, emotional or sexual violence in their lives, including bullying, rape and discrimination. Chi-square tests were conducted to examine the associations between socioeconomic factors and experiences of GBV. The results showed a significant association between GBV and household education level (<i>p</i> < 0.005), household employment status (<i>p</i> < 0.02) and household occupation (<i>p</i> < 0.001). These findings suggest that socioeconomic conditions are significantly related to the prevalence of GBV among high school learners.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>This study highlights the prevalence of various forms of violence experienced by high school learners, emphasising the need for targeted interventions.</p><p><strong>Contribution: </strong>This study will provide relevant information that the Department of Education can use to develop and strengthen interventions for GBV in the school setting.</p>","PeriodicalId":45721,"journal":{"name":"Health SA Gesondheid","volume":"30 ","pages":"2935"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-05-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12135116/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144227155","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Health SA GesondheidPub Date : 2025-05-30eCollection Date: 2025-01-01DOI: 10.4102/hsag.v30i0.2795
Lucy R Mangolele, Taetske M Calitz
{"title":"Exploring the resilience skills and strategies of social workers.","authors":"Lucy R Mangolele, Taetske M Calitz","doi":"10.4102/hsag.v30i0.2795","DOIUrl":"10.4102/hsag.v30i0.2795","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Research shows that social workers face numerous challenges because of the demanding nature of their profession, necessitating the development of resilience skills and techniques. Social workers assist marginalised populations and operate in challenging environments, requiring strong resilience strategies.</p><p><strong>Aim: </strong>This article examines the resilience skills and strategies of social workers.</p><p><strong>Setting: </strong>The study setting comprised the Department of Social Development in Johannesburg Metro Region.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>The study employs a qualitative approach, utilising purposive sampling to identify participants for semi-structured interviews. In-depth individual interviews were conducted with the social workers, and data were analysed using Creswell and Poth's qualitative thematic analysis strategy. A total of 13 participants were interviewed.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Three main themes emerged: Theme 1: Resilience skills and strategies employed by social workers to surmount challenges; theme 2: Effectiveness of resilience skills and strategies employed by social workers; and theme 3: Social workers' suggestions on what the department can do to maintain their resilience.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The findings demonstrate that resilience skills and strategies are crucial for social workers, enabling them to cope effectively with work-related challenges and find meaning in their work.</p><p><strong>Contribution: </strong>This study will assist social workers to understand the skills and strategies that underpin their resilience. It will also assist the Department of Social Development and other public sectors in developing support programmes to retain social workers for the profession.</p>","PeriodicalId":45721,"journal":{"name":"Health SA Gesondheid","volume":"30 ","pages":"2795"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-05-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12135163/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144227157","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Health SA GesondheidPub Date : 2025-05-30eCollection Date: 2025-01-01DOI: 10.4102/hsag.v30i0.2902
Talitha Crowley, Million Bimerew, Thabani Noncungu, Furaha Akimanimpaye, Jeffrey Hoffman, Portia Bimray, Mussie Melesse, Benjamin Kutumbuka, Jennifer A Chipps
{"title":"Health literacy of undergraduate students at a university in the Western Cape: A survey.","authors":"Talitha Crowley, Million Bimerew, Thabani Noncungu, Furaha Akimanimpaye, Jeffrey Hoffman, Portia Bimray, Mussie Melesse, Benjamin Kutumbuka, Jennifer A Chipps","doi":"10.4102/hsag.v30i0.2902","DOIUrl":"10.4102/hsag.v30i0.2902","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Health literacy is critical in the lives of young people such as university students to ensure that they can access information about health risks and implement appropriate health promotion and disease prevention strategies.</p><p><strong>Aim: </strong>This study aimed to investigate the health literacy of undergraduate students by describing the level of health literacy, personal and situational factors influencing health literacy, and health care utilisation.</p><p><strong>Setting: </strong>The study was conducted at a university in the Western Cape.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A quantitative descriptive survey was used (<i>N</i> = 953). Data were collected using a paper-based questionnaire that included demographic variables, the 47-item European Health Literacy Survey Questionnaire (HLS-EU-Q47) and questions on healthcare utilisation and overall health. Descriptive analysis was conducted.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Over two-thirds of the respondents were classified under 'problematic health literacy' (<i>n</i> = 372, 39.0%) or 'inadequate literacy' (<i>n</i> = 274, 28.8%). Only 220 respondents (23.1%) had 'sufficient' health literacy, and only 87 (9.1%) achieved an 'excellent' rating. Respondents who searched for health information (<i>p</i> = 0.006) and accessed healthcare (<i>p</i> = 0.014) in the last 6 months had significantly higher levels of health literacy and this was associated with a better overall health rating (<i>p</i> < 0.001).</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The study highlighted significant gaps in health literacy among university students, particularly in the domains of disease prevention and health promotion, indicating the need for targeted intervention.</p><p><strong>Contribution: </strong>The study provides useful information on the current health literacy of young adults (university students) that can be used to plan health promotion activities.</p>","PeriodicalId":45721,"journal":{"name":"Health SA Gesondheid","volume":"30 ","pages":"2902"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-05-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12135110/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144227158","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Health SA GesondheidPub Date : 2025-05-30eCollection Date: 2025-01-01DOI: 10.4102/hsag.v30i0.2891
Maphoko P Malema, Jose Frantz
{"title":"Assessing the perceived awareness and knowledge of type 2 diabetes mellitus clients' attitude towards telerehabilitation in Limpopo province of South Africa.","authors":"Maphoko P Malema, Jose Frantz","doi":"10.4102/hsag.v30i0.2891","DOIUrl":"10.4102/hsag.v30i0.2891","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Telerehabilitation is recognised as an effective method for providing rehabilitation services to people who may live in an area where few in-person services are available or those who have mobility or transport issues which make attending rehabilitation sessions difficult or impossible.</p><p><strong>Aim: </strong>To assess the perception, awareness and knowledge of patients diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and their attitude towards telerehabilitation.</p><p><strong>Setting: </strong>The study took place in the Elias Motsoaledi Local Municipality.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>The current study followed a quantitative approach using a cross-sectional design to achieve the objectives of the study. A convenience sampling method was used to recruit 202 participants aged 18 years and older. The research data were captured by a double-entry system into a Microsoft Office Excel spreadsheet and were cleared of errors. Thereafter, the data were transferred to the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences version 2024. The data were checked for normality using the Kolmogorov-Smirnov test and was determined to be not normally distributed.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Participants were proportionally represented in terms of age and gender. The majority of participants were aged 56 years and older, which is significantly represented by participants in this study. The current study found that there was no significant awareness, knowledge, attitudes or computer skills regarding telerehabilitation among the participants.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The results highlight the need for educational programmes about telerehabilitation as an alternative method for healthcare services.</p><p><strong>Contribution: </strong>The study contributes towards assisting in developing an understanding of the awareness, knowledge, attitude and computer skills of patients diagnosed with type 2 diabetes.</p>","PeriodicalId":45721,"journal":{"name":"Health SA Gesondheid","volume":"30 ","pages":"2891"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-05-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12135103/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144227154","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Health SA GesondheidPub Date : 2025-05-27eCollection Date: 2025-01-01DOI: 10.4102/hsag.v30i0.2890
Gugulethu Cebekhulu, Michelle G Andipatin
{"title":"Women's experiences of high-risk pregnancy care in resource constrained Cape Town communities.","authors":"Gugulethu Cebekhulu, Michelle G Andipatin","doi":"10.4102/hsag.v30i0.2890","DOIUrl":"10.4102/hsag.v30i0.2890","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>The 'high-risk' classification during pregnancy leads to constant monitoring and frequent interactions with healthcare professionals, making it crucial for healthcare providers to show compassion.</p><p><strong>Aim: </strong>The study aimed to describe how women diagnosed with a high-risk pregnancy experienced their pregnancies as well as their interactions with the government healthcare system in Cape Town.</p><p><strong>Setting: </strong>The study was carried out using the Zoom digital platform and telephone. Participants lived in Cape Town neighbourhoods that are traditionally referred to as townships.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A qualitative exploratory research design was used in the study. Nine women over 18 years old, diagnosed as having had a high-risk pregnancy and had given birth within 2 years were purposively selected. Open-ended questions were utilised, and data were interpreted using a thematic analysis.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Four main themes with 10 sub-themes emerged. The main themes included: 'Being labelled as high-risk', 'locus of control', 'fear' and 'hospitalisation'.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The study revealed that the psychological requirements of women diagnosed with high-risk pregnancy are not always met by the healthcare system. Fear experienced by women emerged from the high-risk label itself, and the amplification of the risk status by clinicians.</p><p><strong>Contribution: </strong>Through the lens of expectant mothers utilising government healthcare services in Cape Town, the study gives insight into pregnant women's experiences. This insight provides opportunities for healthcare providers to re-consider and incorporate some interventions that could assist women.</p>","PeriodicalId":45721,"journal":{"name":"Health SA Gesondheid","volume":"30 ","pages":"2890"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-05-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12135107/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144227101","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Health SA GesondheidPub Date : 2025-05-27eCollection Date: 2025-01-01DOI: 10.4102/hsag.v30i0.2714
Maria F Bauleth, Honore K Mitonga, Lusia N Pinehas
{"title":"Parents' attitudes towards the management and prevention of diarrhoea in children under five in Namibia.","authors":"Maria F Bauleth, Honore K Mitonga, Lusia N Pinehas","doi":"10.4102/hsag.v30i0.2714","DOIUrl":"10.4102/hsag.v30i0.2714","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Every year, nearly 1.7 billion cases of childhood diarrhoea and around 525000 deaths among under-five children are reported globally. Information about parents' or caregiver's attitude concerning child health is crucial for improving infant and child wellbeing in the community.</p><p><strong>Aim: </strong>The aim of the study was to conclude the level of parents' or caregivers' attitude on managing and preventing diarrhoeal disease among under-five children in the Engela district.</p><p><strong>Setting: </strong>The Engela district forms part of the seven constituencies in the Ohangwena region. More than half (62.3%) of the Ohangwena population lives in Engela.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A cross-sectional, descriptive study was conducted. Furthermore, 530 parents or caregivers participated in the study. A questionnaire was administered through face-to-face interviews. Factors associated with negative attitudes were determined by performing logistic regression.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Overall, 530 parents or caregivers participated in this study. Diarrhoea prevalence among the children under five was 24%. Factors such as parent or caregiver age group, residential area, possession of radio and education level were significantly associated with attitude (<i>p</i> < 0.05). The strongest predictor of attitude was being a resident of an informal settlement (odds ratio of 21.9) and the parent or caregiver not being educated documenting an odds ratio of 15.8.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>In conclusion, a greater number (72%) of parents or caregivers were considered to have a negative attitude. Furthermore, 32.5% strongly agreed and 42% agreed that child's parents-related factors contribute to child suffering from diarrhoeal disease.</p><p><strong>Contribution: </strong>Therefore, when planning for interventions, existing public health programmes targeting prevention and management of diarrhoea should consider age, residential area, level of education and motivation for ownership of radio, perceptions and beliefs of mothers or caregivers.</p>","PeriodicalId":45721,"journal":{"name":"Health SA Gesondheid","volume":"30 ","pages":"2714"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-05-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12135151/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144227160","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Health SA GesondheidPub Date : 2025-05-22eCollection Date: 2025-01-01DOI: 10.4102/hsag.v30i0.2760
Moganki H Lefoka, Robert T Netangaheni
{"title":"Experiences of women who inject Nyaope residing in the City of Tshwane Municipality, Gauteng.","authors":"Moganki H Lefoka, Robert T Netangaheni","doi":"10.4102/hsag.v30i0.2760","DOIUrl":"10.4102/hsag.v30i0.2760","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Substance use disorder (SUD) is a serious public health concern in South Africa and throughout the world. Substance use disorder manifests itself as repeated use of a substance causes health problems and social dysfunction, such as health issues, impairment and failure to meet obligations. People who inject drugs (PWIDs) are a particularly vulnerable population with high rates of illness and early deaths. The experiences of women who inject Nyaope (WWIN) are not well understood because they are not often the subject of studies. Therefore, it is important to understand the experience of WWIN in order to understand their needs.</p><p><strong>Aim: </strong>This study explored the experiences of WWIN who reside in the City of Tshwane Municipality, Gauteng.</p><p><strong>Setting: </strong>The study was conducted in the Community-Oriented Substance Use Programme.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A qualitative research method using exploratory and descriptive designs was employed. Twenty-four women, ages from 19 years - 35 years, with a history of injecting Nyaope were interviewed using a semi-structured interview guide. Data were analysed thematically.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Women who inject Nyaope engage in high-risk behaviours such as sex work, transactional sex, inconsistent condom use and sharing of needles. They further experience stigma in different social settings, like family, community, health settings and with the police, and they also self-stigmatise. They experience a variety of unmet needs.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Women who inject Nyaope engage in high-risk behaviour and experience stigma across social settings, including self-stigma, and because of their lifestyle, they have a variety of unmet needs.</p><p><strong>Contribution: </strong>There is a scarcity of literature on WWIN in a South African context. The findings add to the existing literature on WWIN.</p>","PeriodicalId":45721,"journal":{"name":"Health SA Gesondheid","volume":"30 ","pages":"2760"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-05-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12135159/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144227156","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Health SA GesondheidPub Date : 2025-05-09eCollection Date: 2025-01-01DOI: 10.4102/hsag.v30i0.2889
Adele Neethling, Lizeth Roets
{"title":"Strategies to develop clinical reasoning in nursing students: A structured review.","authors":"Adele Neethling, Lizeth Roets","doi":"10.4102/hsag.v30i0.2889","DOIUrl":"10.4102/hsag.v30i0.2889","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Clinical reasoning, a critical skill for nursing practitioners, has been linked to positive patient outcomes. While experienced nurses often demonstrate clinical reasoning abilities, evidence exist that it can be taught and mastered, making its development a key responsibility of nursing education institutions.</p><p><strong>Aim: </strong>To identify and describe teaching and learning strategies that can aid the development of clinical reasoning in nursing students.</p><p><strong>Method: </strong>A structured literature review was conducted using the following databases: EBSCO Host (Academic Search Ultimate, PsycINFO, MEDLINE, ERIC, and MasterFILE Premier), NEXUS (National Research Foundation), PubMed, and ProQuest Dissertations and Theses Full Text. Keywords included 'nursing education', 'clinical reasoning', 'teaching', 'learning', and 'teaching strategies' (<i>N</i> = 299). Filters reduced the number to 158, with a title review yielding 21 articles and the abstract review identified 18 articles for the final review.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Three main strategies were identified: (1)simulation, (2) classroom activities, and (3) e-learning. Classroom strategies yielded the most results (eight), followed by simulation (six) and e-learning (four). Each strategy incorporated various teaching modalities.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>All identified strategies and their modalities enhance clinical reasoning development.</p><p><strong>Contribution: </strong>Nursing faculties should consider incorporating these strategies in line with their teaching philosophy and available resources.</p>","PeriodicalId":45721,"journal":{"name":"Health SA Gesondheid","volume":"30 ","pages":"2889"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-05-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12135117/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144227161","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}