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The experiences of people treated for multidrug resistant tuberculosis in Omaheke Region, Namibia

The study aimed to explore and describe the experiences of people treated for multidrug resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB) in Omaheke region, Namibia in order to make relevant recommendations regarding their management. A descriptive qualitative design approach was used. Data was collected using in-depth individual interviews with six participants. The interview transcripts were analysed using thematic content analysis. Three themes emerged namely (1) Stressors related to MDR-TB diagnosis and treatment which involved nature of disease and compulsory hospitalisation (2) Impact of being treated for MDR-TB which related to emotional , social , spiritual and financial impact (3) Support structures for people treated for MDR-TB which included family members, health care professionals and friends. Systemic practical patient-centred, staff-centred and community-centred recommendations are suggested as well as recommendations for future research and an appraisal of the limitations of this study. / Health Studies / M.A. (Public Health)

Identiferoai:union.ndltd.org:netd.ac.za/oai:union.ndltd.org:unisa/oai:umkn-dsp01.int.unisa.ac.za:10500/15366
Date12 January 2015
CreatorsNyika, Dennias Tonderai
ContributorsAmavhandu-Mudzusi, Dr.
Source SetsSouth African National ETD Portal
LanguageEnglish
Detected LanguageEnglish
TypeDissertation
RightsUniversity of South Africa

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