Environmental Health

Antistaphylococcal effects of alcoholic extracts of Tetrapleura tetraptera (Schum and Thonn.) (Taub.) against multidrug methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus

The study highlights the potent antistaphylococcal properties of Tetrapleura tetraptera extracts against multidrug-resistant MRSA, validating its ethnomedicinal use and demonstrating its potential in combating resistant infections.

2 CPD points

Environmental Health

Isolation and antioxidant activity of 5-methyldihydroflavasperone from ethanol leaf extract of Guiera senegalensis JF Gmel

The study investigates the antioxidant activity of Guiera senegalensis ethanol leaf extract, isolating 5-methyldihydroflavasperone, though not responsible for the observed activity, prompting further compound identification.

1 CPD point

Medical Technology

Adherence to a care bundle for Staphylococcus aureus bacteraemia

This article evaluates adherence to a standardized bundle of care for Staphylococcus aureus bacteraemia at Groote Schuur Hospital, finding high adherence rates but no direct link between adherence and improved 90-day mortality.

1 CPD point

Medical Technology

Tracking adverse drug reactions and medication errors in the Central Chronic Medicine Dispensing and Distribution (CCMDD) programme in South Africa

The article analyzes adverse drug reactions and medication errors in HIV patients on the CCMDD program, finding low error rates and frequent ADRs with TLD, emphasizing quality control importance.

1 CPD points

Medicine

Oral pre-exposure prophylaxis uptake, adherence, and adverse events among South African men who have sex with men and transgender women

This study assessed PrEP uptake and adherence among MSM and transgender women in South Africa. Findings suggested high initiation and maintenance rates but challenges with regular adherence and side effects.

1 CPD point

Medicine

Tailoring communication practices to support effective delivery of telehealth in general practice

This study developed evidence-based best practices for effective telehealth communication by analyzing recorded consultations, surveys, and interviews. It identified key themes like relationship building, conversational flow, and safety netting for GPs and patients.

3 CPD points

Nursing

Factors associated with smoking and transitioning to nyaope injection amongst women

This study explores the factors influencing women in the City of Tshwane, South Africa, to smoke and transition to injecting the drug nyaope. Key contributors include intimate partner influence, peer pressure, curiosity, and social network influence.

3 CPD points

Nursing

Self-perceived competency of midwives

The article assesses midwives' self-perceived competence in Kenya based on International Confederation of Midwives (ICM) standards, finding competence influenced by education level and facility. It recommends enhancing education and continuous development.

1 CPD points

Occupational Therapy

Task-oriented training assisted by a force feedback hand robot vs task-oriented training alone for rehabilitation of hand grasp post stroke

This study investigates the effectiveness of task-oriented training assisted by a force feedback hand rehabilitation robot on finger grasping function in stroke patients with hemiplegia compared to conventional task-oriented training.

3 CPD points

Occupational Therapy

Occupational Therapy for Autistic children in South Africa

This article explores occupational therapists’ assessment and intervention for autistic children and describes treatment challenges and successes for therapists, child and family in South Africa.

3 CPD points