An exploration of teaching strategies in teaching area and perimeter in grade 6 at Mahlabathini Circuit Management Centre.

Masters Degree. University of KwaZulu-Natal, Durban.Traditionally, education in South Africa has tended to be direct instruction or commonly associated as rote learning which puts the teacher at the centre of the teaching and learning. Post 1994, the education policy in South Africa began to consider the introduction of the concept of learner- centred teaching strategies in our curriculum with the emphasis on the learners as the centre of learning. There has also been over emphasis on the importance of mathematics performance or underperformance, which compels that teachers change their teaching strategies. This study was conducted in South Africa and focused on the exploration of teaching strategies used in teaching area and perimeter in grade 6. Its objectives were to explore teaching strategies in teaching area and perimeter in grade 6 and to understand the teaching strategies used in teaching area and perimeter in grade 6. The study sought to answer the following research questions: What teaching strategies are used by mathematics teachers in teaching area and perimeter in grade 6? Why do mathematics teachers use these teaching strategies when teaching area and perimeter in grade 6? The study was conducted in schools at Mahlabathini Circuit Management Centre. The study employed a purposive sampling in which three schools were selected. Data was collected and analysed using the observation and semi-structured interviews. Thematic (inductive) analysis was used to analyse data. The findings indicated that teachers do not have sufficient understanding of teaching strategies; their teaching strategies are predominantly teacher- centred; and they do not use modern technology as a teaching strategy. The study recommends that CAPS document and annual teaching plans specify teaching strategies to be used and be monitored; curriculum developers broaden the scope regarding area and perimeter: mathematics documents be reviewed to include guidelines on how teaching strategies should be used in line with the content; and teachers be encouraged to enrol for computer courses to acquire knowledge and skills of computers

Virological response without CD4 recovery

The objective of antiretroviral therapy (ART) is to suppress viral replication so that immune restoration can occur. Failure of immune restoration is usually associated with poor virological suppression. In children a good immunological and clinical response to ART is often achieved despite incomplete viral suppression. However, we have recently managed a number of children in whom immune restoration did not occur despite excellent virological suppression. We present a case, discuss possible causes and speculate on the appropriate course of action. Southern African Journal of HIV Medicine Vol. 7 (3) 2006: pp. 45-4

Intracranial complications of Serratia marcescens infection in neonates

Even though Serratia marcescens is not one of the most common causes of infection in neonates, it is associated with grave morbidity andmortality. We describe the evolution of brain parenchymal affectation observed in association with S. marcescens infection in neonates. Thisretrospective case series details brain ultrasound findings of five neonates with hospital-acquired S. marcescens infection. Neonatal S. marcescensinfection with or without associated meningitis can be complicated by brain parenchymal affectation, leading to cerebral abscess formation. Itis recommended that all neonates with this infection should undergo neuro-imaging more than once before discharge from hospital; this canbe achieved using bedside ultrasonography

What is the impact of shift work on the psychological functioning and resilience of nurses? An integrative review

Aim: To synthesize existing research to determine if nurses who work shifts have poorer psychological functioning and resilience than nurses who do not work shifts. Background: Research exploring the impact of shift work on the psychological functioning and resilience of nurses is limited compared with research investigating the impact of shifts on physical outcomes. Design: Integrative literature review. Data Sources: Relevant databases were searched from January 1995-August 2016 using the combination of keywords: nurse, shift work; rotating roster; night shift; resilient; hardiness; coping; well-being; burnout; mental health; occupational stress; compassion fatigue; compassion satisfaction; stress; anxiety; depression. Review Methods: Two authors independently performed the integrative review processes proposed by Whittemore and Knafl and a quality assessment using the mixed-methods appraisal tool by Pluye et al. Results: A total of 37 articles were included in the review (32 quantitative, 4 qualitative and 1 mixed-methods). Approximately half of the studies directly compared nurse shift workers with non-shift workers. Findings were grouped according to the following main outcomes: (1) general psychological well-being/quality of life; (2) Job satisfaction/burnout; (3) Depression, anxiety and stress; and (4) Resilience/coping. We did not find definitive evidence that shift work is associated with poorer psychological functioning in nurses. Overall, the findings suggest that the impact of shift work on nurse psychological functioning is dependent on several contextual and individual factors. Conclusion: More studies are required which directly compare the psychological outcomes and resilience of nurse shift workers with non-shift workers

Intracranial complications of Serratia marcescens infection in neonates

CITATION: Madide, A. & Smith, J. 2016. Intracranial complications of Serratia marcescens infection in neonates. South African Medical Journal, 106(4):342-344, doi:10.7196/SAMJ.2016.v106i4.10206.The original publication is available at http://www.samj.org.zaEven though Serratia marcescens is not one of the most common causes of infection in neonates, it is associated with grave morbidity and mortality. We describe the evolution of brain parenchymal affectation observed in association with S. marcescens infection in neonates. This retrospective case series details brain ultrasound findings of five neonates with hospital-acquired S. marcescens infection. Neonatal S. marcescens infection with or without associated meningitis can be complicated by brain parenchymal affectation, leading to cerebral abscess formation. It is recommended that all neonates with this infection should undergo neuro-imaging more than once before discharge from hospital; this can be achieved using bedside ultrasonography.http://www.samj.org.za/index.php/samj/article/view/10206Publisher's versio

Effects of night shift schedules on nurses working in a private hospital in South Africa

The research was conducted in two private hospitals in South Africa. The main domain of this research is to identify effects of night shift schedules on health and psychosocial aspects of nurses working in private hospitals. The aim is to evaluate the extent of physiological and psychosocial hazards imposed on nurses by shift-work. Presently most of South African nurses, working in hospitals are assigned to work a 12-hour shift, be it day or night shift. The assumption is that ergonomically designed shift schedules will reduce the effects of exposure to long hours of night shift. The two hospitals were targeted to gather more organizational information regarding night shift because they have similar administrative processes. Two groups of nurses were involved in the study, those working on day shift and those on night shift. Day shift nurses were included as a group that is also assigned to work on night shift when their turn comes, working as rotational staff for a certain period. Thirty-eight nurses participated as respondents to a questionnaire and 26 nurses participated as a focus group. The results of this study reveal that night shift cause psychosocial strain and physiological strain to nurses, especially those working a quick rotation. Nurses expressed more complaints about night shift as compared to day shift. Few nurses prefer to work on the night shift. The majority of those prefer night shift due to social problems such as transport.Validerat; 20101217 (root

Review: Methamphetamine use by pregnant women: Impact on the neonate and challenges for the perinatal team

According to the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC)'s 2011 World Drug Report, amphetamine-type stimulants (ATS) are the second most widely used illicit drug group. This drug group comprises methamphetamine, amphetamine and ecstasy. Methamphetamine is the most widely manufactured drug in this group globally, with an estimated annual prevalence of 0.3 to 1.3% two years ago. Africa, notably West Africa, has been identified as an emerging region of consumption and trafficking of methamphetamine in particular

Methamphetamine use by pregnant women: impact on the neonate and challenges for the perinatal team.

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Virological response without CD4 recovery. A case of disappearing soldiers - Can basic science help?

The objective of antiretroviral therapy (ART) is to suppress viral replication so that immune restoration can occur. Failure of immune restoration is usually associated with poor virological suppression. In children a good immunological and clinical response to ART is often achieved despite incomplete viral suppression. However, we have recently managed a number of children in whom immune restoration did not occur despite excellent virological suppression. We present a case, discuss possible causes and speculate on the appropriate course of action.Articl

Infectious Diseases in Neonates: Five Outbreaks and Endemic Bacteraemia over Five Years at Tygerberg Children?s Hospital, South Africa

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