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Message from the Chief Editor International Academic Journals | iajournals.org   Dr. Pramod Sharma - Post Graduate Teaching Department of Hindi, Nagpur University, Nagpur. (Maharashtra) "It gives me great pleasure to welcome you to the current issue of International Academic Journal of Health, Medicine and Nursing (IAJHMN). It is my expectation this journal will make significant contribution as well as be an academic voice and a venue for discourse that will move us forward intellectually. I believe IAJHMN will play a role in improving the advancement of health, medicine and nursing globally."

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International Academic Journal of Health, Medicine and Nursing (IAJHMN) | Current Issue

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THE EFFECTIVENESS OF USING THE SIX-HATS TEACHING METHOD ON IMPROVING THINKING SKILLS AMONG CRITICAL CARE NURSING STUDENTS

Marwa Fathallah Mostafa - Critical Care and Emergency Nursing, Faculty of Nursing, Mansoura University, Egypt

Hend Elsayed Mansour - Critical Care and Emergency Nursing, Faculty of Nursing, Mansoura University, Egypt

Hala Ahmed Abdrahman - Critical Care and Emergency Nursing, Faculty of Nursing, Mansoura University, Egypt

Adel Al Wehedy Ibraheim - Community Health Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Mansoura University, Egypt

IAJHMN Volume 2, Issue 1, pp. 1-11 | Abstract (HTML Format) | Full Length Research (PDF Format)

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IDENTIFICATION OF PREDISPOSING FACTORS TO MULTIPLE ORGAN DYSFUNCTIONS SYNDROME AMONG BURNED PATIENTS IN INTENSIVE CARE UNIT AT MANSOURA UNIVERSITY

Asmaa Ibrahem Abo Seada - Lecturer of Critical Care Nursing, Faculty of Nursing, Mansoura, University, Egypt

Gehan Abd El-Hakeem Younis - Assistant Professor of Critical Care Nursing, Faculty of Nursing, Tanta University, Egypt

IAJHMN Volume 2, Issue 1, pp. 12-25 | Abstract (HTML Format) | Full Length Research (PDF Format)

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PERCEPTIONS OF THE ADEQUACY OF TEACHING AND LEARNING RESOURCES FOR UNDERGRADUATE MEDICINE (MBCHB) AND NURSING (BSCN) PROGRAMMES IN TWO KENYAN PUBLIC UNIVERSITIES

Njeru M. - PhD Finalist, Moi University, Kenya

Kang’ethe S. - Moi University, Kenya

Kwena A. - Moi University, Kenya

Otieno C. A. - Moi University, Kenya

IAJHMN Volume 2, Issue 1, pp. 26-35 | Abstract (HTML Format) | Full Length Research (PDF Format)

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EFFECT OF ABDOMINAL MASSAGE ON GASTRIC RESIDUAL VOLUME AMONG CRITICALLY ILL PATIENTS AT CAIRO UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS

Hanaa Ali Ahmed El-Feky - Assistant Professor, Critical Care and Emergency Nursing, Faculty of Nursing, Cairo University, Egypt

Nahla Shaaban Ali - Assistant Professor, Critical Care and Emergency Nursing, Faculty of Nursing, Cairo University, Egypt

IAJHMN Volume 2, Issue 1, pp. 36-53 | Abstract (HTML Format) | Full Length Research (PDF Format)

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UTILIZATION OF GLYCOSYLATED HAEMOGLOBINAND MICROALBUMIN IN THE MANAGEMENT OF UNCONTROLLED DIABETES MELLITUS PATIENTS ATTENDING KIBAGABAGA DISTRICT HOSPITAL, RWANDA

Valens Karenzi - Masters Student, Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, Kenya

Amos Mbugua - Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences, Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, Kenya

Stanley Waithaka - Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences, Mount Kenya University, Kenya

Jean Bosco Gahutu - Direction of Research and Innovation, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Rwanda, Rwanda

IAJHMN Volume 2, Issue 1, pp. 54-65 | Abstract (HTML Format) | Full Length Research (PDF Format)

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EMPIRICAL INVESTIGATION ON THE CONTENTS OF THE PATIENTS INFORMED CONSENT FORMS FOR MEDICAL IMAGING SERVICES IN THE GOVERNMENT HOSPITALS IN NAIROBI CITY COUNTY, KENYA

Victoria Otysula Koi - Master of Health Management, School of Public Health, Kenyatta University, Kenya

Dr. Andrea Yitambe - Department of Health Management and Informatics, Kenyatta University, Kenya

Dr. Peterson Warutere - Department of Environmental and Occupational Health, Kenyatta University, Kenya

IAJHMN Volume 2, Issue 1, pp. 66-79 | Abstract (HTML Format) | Full Length Research (PDF Format)

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ECONOMIC DETERMINANTS OF DOMESTIC WATER MANAGEMENT AT HOUSEHOLD LEVEL ON DIARRHEAL CASES AMONG CHILDREN UNDER FIVE YEARS OF AGE IN KANGEMI, NAIROBI COUNTY

Isabella Sophia Onyango - Master of Science, Public Health (Epidemiology), Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology, Kenya

Dr. Charles Angira (PhD) - Department of Public and Community Health & Development, School of Health Sciences, Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology, Kenya

Dr. Grace K. Nyambati (PhD) - Department of Biomedical Sciences and Technology, School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Science and Technology, Technical University of Kenya, Kenya

IAJHMN Volume 2, Issue 1, pp. 80-93 | Abstract (HTML Format) | Full Length Research (PDF Format)

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KNOWLEDGE AND PRACTICES ON MANAGERIAL ELEMENTS OF HEALTHCARE MANAGERS IN RULINDO DISTRICT, RWANDA

Josué Blaise Habimana - Department of Public Health, School of Health Sciences, Mount Kenya University, Rwanda

Dr. Connie W. Mureithi - Senior Lecturer, Department of Public Health, School of Health Sciences, Mount Kenya University, Rwanda

IAJHMN Volume 2, Issue 1, pp. 94-105 | Abstract (HTML Format) | Full Length Research (PDF Format)

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THE INFLUENCE OF HUMAN RESOURCE FACTORS ON PHARMACEUTICAL PROCUREMENT SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT CYCLE IN NON-GOVERNMENTAL ORGANIZATIONS IN KENYA

Jacob Mang’ondi Nyarwati - Department of Health Systems Management, Kenya Methodist University, Kenya

Wanja Mwaura Tenambergen - Department of Health Systems Management, Kenya Methodist University, Kenya

Musa Oluoch - Department of Health Systems Management, Kenya Methodist University, Kenya

IAJHMN Volume 2, Issue 1, pp. 106-116 | Abstract (HTML Format) | Full Length Research (PDF Format)

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PROFESSIONAL HEALTH PROVIDERS’ GOVERNANCE ACCOUNTABILITY MECHANISMS AS A DETERMINANT OF DELIVERY OF QUALITY HEALTH SERVICES IN KENYATTA NATIONAL HOSPITAL, KENYA

Lumbi Wa M'Nabea - Department of Health Systems Management, Kenya Methodist University

Wanja Tenambergen - Department of Health Systems Management, Kenya Methodist University

Kezia Njoroge - Department of Health Systems Management, Kenya Methodist University

IAJHMN Volume 2, Issue 1, pp. 117-128 | Abstract (HTML Format) | Full Length Research (PDF Format)

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EFFECT OF LOCAL COOLING APPLICATION ON PAIN INTENSITY AND SIZE OF HEMATOMA AMONG PATIENTS WITH INGUINAL HERNIA REPAIR

Dr.Mishmisha El Sayed Ibrahim - Lecturer of Medical Surgical Nursing, Faculty of Nursing-Cairo University, Egypt

Dr. Hala Ibrahim Abo Deif - Lecturer of Medical Surgical Nursing, Faculty of Nursing-Cairo University, Egypt

IAJHMN Volume 2, Issue 1, pp. 129-141 | Abstract (HTML Format) | Full Length Research (PDF Format)

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IMPLEMENTATION OF DEVOLUTION OF HEALTHCARE SYSTEM: A QUALITY PERSPECTIVE IN SELECTED PUBLIC HOSPITALS IN GARISSA COUNTY, KENYA

Rahima Yussuf Buro - School of Medicine, Kenyatta University, Kenya

Dr. Andrea Yitambe - School of Medicine, Kenyatta University, Kenya

Dr. Kenneth Rucha - School of Medicine, Kenyatta University, Kenya

IAJHMN Volume 2, Issue 1, pp. 142-156 | Abstract (HTML Format) | Full Length Research (PDF Format)

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QUALITY PERSPECTIVE OF HEALTHCARE PROVISION IN SELECTED PUBLIC HEALTH FACILITIES AFTER DEVOLUTION IN GARISSA COUNTY

Rahima Yussuf Buro - School of Medicine, Kenyatta University, Kenya

Dr. Andrea Yitambe - School of Medicine, Kenyatta University, Kenya

Dr. Kenneth Rucha - School of Medicine, Kenyatta University, Kenya

IAJHMN Volume 2, Issue 1, pp. 157-172 | Abstract (HTML Format) | Full Length Research (PDF Format)

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KNOWLEDGE LEVELS ON VITAMIN A AMONG THE CAREGIVERS OF CHILDREN AGED 12 TO 59 MONTHS IN GATUNGA WARD, THARAKA-NITHI COUNTY

Nkingo Christine Kananu - Department of Nursing, The Presbyterian University of East Africa, Kenya

IAJHMN Volume 2, Issue 1, pp. 173-185 | Abstract (HTML Format) | Full Length Research (PDF Format)

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PREVALENCE OF DEPRESSION AMONG DIABETIC PATIENTS ATTENDING DIABETIC CLINIC AT THIKA LEVEL 5 HOSPITAL

Catherine Nzisa Kaleli - MSc. Clinical Psychology Student, Department of Psychiatry, University of Nairobi, Kenya

Dr. Pius Kigamwa - MBChB (Nrb), M. Med (Psych.) Nairobi, Senior Lecturer, Department of Psychiatry, University of Nairobi, Kenya

Dr. Fred Owiti - MBChB (Nrb), MRC Psych, London, Lecturer, Department of Psychiatry, University of Nairobi, Kenya

IAJHMN Volume 2, Issue 1, pp. 210-219 | Abstract (HTML Format) | Full Length Research (PDF Format)

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UPTAKE OF INTRAUTERINE CONTRACEPTIVE DEVICE AMONG HIV POSITIVE WOMEN AT SELECTED HEALTH FACILITIES IN NAIROBI CITY COUNTY, KENYA

Diana Navalya Asava - Master of Public Health, Department of Population, Reproductive Health and Community Resource Management, Kenyatta University, Kenya

Dr. James Otieno Ochieng - Department of Human Anatomy, Kenyatta University, Kenya

Dr. James O. Ogutu - Department of Pathology, Kenyatta University, Kenya

IAJHMN Volume 2, Issue 1, pp. 220-241 | Abstract (HTML Format) | Full Length Research (PDF Format)

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LIVED EXPERIENCE OF NURSES’ INTERN IN CARING FOR COVID-19 PATIENTS IN CRITICAL CARE UNITS AT SELECTED HOSPITAL IN EGYPT

Fatma Abdelaziz Mohammed - Lecturer of Critical Care and Emergency Nursing, Faculty of Nursing, Cairo University, Egypt

Mohammed Ali Pessa - Lecturer of Nursing Administration, Faculty of Nursing, Cairo University, Egypt

IAJHMN Volume 2, Issue 1, pp. 242-260 | Abstract (HTML Format) | Full Length Research (PDF Format)

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OCCUPATIONAL NOISE IN SELECTED TEA FACTORIES AND REPORTED HEALTH EFFECTS ON WORKERS IN KERICHO COUNTY

Gitau Patrick Martin - Masters Student, Department of Environmental and Occupational Health, Kenyatta University, Kenya

Dr. Rosebella Alungata Iseme - Lecturer, Department of Environmental and Occupational Health, Kenyatta University, Kenya

Dr. Jackim M. Nyamari - Lecturer, Department of Environmental and Occupational Health, Kenyatta University, Kenya

IAJHMN Volume 2, Issue 1, pp. 261-278 | Abstract (HTML Format) | Full Length Research (PDF Format)

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PSYCHOLOGICAL EFFECTS EXPERIENCED BY MOTHERS WHOSE NEONATES ARE ADMITTED IN NICU AT A NATIONAL HOSPITAL WITH GASTROSCHISIS: A PHENOMENOLOGY STUDY

Rosemary Muthoni Thaiya - School of Nursing Sciences, Kenyatta University, Kenya

Dr. Grace Gachuiri (BScN, MScN, PhD) - School of Nursing Sciences, Department of Medical Surgical Nursing and Pre-Clinical Sciences, Kenyatta University

Dr. Sarah Bett (BScN, MScN, PhD) - School of Nursing Sciences, Department of Medical Surgical Nursing and Pre-Clinical Sciences, Kenyatta University

IAJHMN Volume 2, Issue 1, pp. 279-291 | Abstract (HTML Format) | Full Length Research (PDF Format)

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PREDICTORS OF UNSAFE ABORTION AMONG WOMEN SEEKING POSTABORTION CARE AT THE NAKURU COUNTY REFERRAL HOSPITAL, NAKURU COUNTY KENYA

Nyakambi Samuel Nyachwaya - Student, Master of Public Health (Monitoring and Evaluation) Kenyatta University, Kenya

Isaac Mwanzo - Lecturer, Department of Community Health and Epidemiology, Kenyatta University, Kenya

Joachim Osur - Lecturer, AMREF International University, Kenya

IAJHMN Volume 2, Issue 1, pp. 292-313 | Abstract (HTML Format) | Full Length Research (PDF Format)

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UTILIZATION OF ROUTINE HEALTH DATA IN DECISION-MAKING BY MANAGEMENT TEAMS IN SELECTED LEVEL 4 HOSPITALS IN NAKURU COUNTY, KENYA

Kagwiri Mary - Student, Master of Public Health (Epidemiology and Disease Control), School of Public Health and Applied Human Sciences, Kenyatta University, Kenya

George Otieno - Lecturer, Department of Health Management and Informatics, Kenyatta University, Kenya

Ramadhan Mawenzi - Lecturer, AMREF International University, Kenya

IAJHMN Volume 2, Issue 1, pp. 314-340 | Abstract (HTML Format) | Full Length Research (PDF Format)

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INFLUENCE OF PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP ON HEALTHCARE SERVICE DELIVERY IN NAIROBI COUNTY, KENYA

Winfred Mbula Nzioka - Master Of Science In Health Systems Management Of The Kenya Methodist University, Kenya

Kezia Njoroge - Health System Management Department, Kenya Methodist University, Kenya

Caroline Kawila Kyalo - Health System Management Department, Kenya Methodist University, Kenya

IAJHMN Volume 2, Issue 1, pp. 341-362 | Abstract (HTML Format) | Full Length Research (PDF Format)

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HEALTH SYSTEM FACTORS CONTRIBUTING TO THE UTILIZATION OF EMR AMONG HEALTH WORKERS IN SELECTED LEVEL III AND IV HOSPITALS IN SIAYA COUNTY, KENYA

Okumu M Mudavadi - Master of Public Health Degree in Monitoring and Evaluation of Mount Kenya University, Kenya

Dr. Jackline Mosinya Nyaberi - Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, Kenya

Dr. Juma Nyamai - Mount Kenya University, Kenya

IAJHMN Volume 2, Issue 1, pp. 363-379 | Abstract (HTML Format) | Full Length Research (PDF Format)

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ADOPTION OF MACHINE LEARNING IN DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT IN HEALTHCARE; A SYSTEMATIC LITERATURE REVIEW

Njama Caroline Diana - iAfricaCoop NPC

IAJHMN Volume 2, Issue 1, pp. 380-399 | Abstract (HTML Format) | Full Length Research (PDF Format)

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HEALTH AND NUTRITIONAL STATUS OF CHILDREN (0-59) MONTHS IN HOUSEHOLDS VISITED BY COMMUNITY HEALTH WORKERS (CHWs) IN SUNEKA – KISII COUNTY

Josphine Muthoni Githinji - Department of Food Science, Nutrition and Technology, University of Nairobi. Kenya

Dr. Sophie Ngala - Department of Food Science, Nutrition and Technology, University of Nairobi, Kenya

IAJHMN Volume 2, Issue 1, pp. 400-428 | Abstract (HTML Format) | Full Length Research (PDF Format)

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PSYCHOSOCIAL BURDEN AND SUPPORT FOR PARENTS WITH CHILDREN HAVING ANORECTAL MALFORMATIONS

Njoroge, R. - Kenya Registered Community Health Nurse and a Counseling Psychologist, Specialized Surgery Department, Kenyatta National Hospital, Kenya

Too, P. - Kenya Registered Nurse, Newborn Unit Pediatric Department, Kenyatta National Hospital, Kenya

Mugambi, J. W. - Registered Nurse, Director Nursing Services, Critical Care Nurse Specialist, Health Systems management specialist, Kenyatta National Hospital, Kenya

Mwenda, N. - Registered Nurse, Ward 4A Specialized Surgery Department, Kenyatta National Hospital, Kenya

Mwende, C. - Consultant Paediatric Surgeon, Kenyatta National Hospital, Kenya

Jumbi, T. - Consultant Paediatric Surgeon, Kenyatta National Hospital, Kenya

Lessan, J. - Senior Consultant Paediatric Surgeon, Kenyatta National Hospital, Kenya

IAJHMN Volume 2, Issue 1, pp. 429-445 | Abstract (HTML Format) | Full Length Research (PDF Format)

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PATIENTS’ RIGHTS CHARTER ADOPTION AMONG HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS IN MBAGATHI HOSPITAL, NAIROBI CITY COUNTY, KENYA

Wango’mbe Muthoni Irene Thuo - Student, Master of Science in Health Management in the School of Health Sciences, Kenyatta University, Kenya

Peter Kithuka - Lecturer, School of Health Sciences of Kenyatta University, Kenyatta University, Kenya

Kenneth Rucha - Lecturer, School of Health Sciences of Kenyatta University, Kenyatta University, Kenya

IAJHMN Volume 2, Issue 1, pp. 400-430 | Abstract (HTML Format) | Full Length Research (PDF Format)

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International Academic Journal of Health, Medicine and Nursing(IAJHMN) | Past Issues

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VOLUME 1, ISSUE 2 | March 2018 - January 2020

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VOLUME 1, ISSUE 1 | October 2016 - February 2018

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