Browsing by Author "Mahlelehlele, Bokang Amelia"

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    Barriers to lifestyle modification compliance among type 2 diabetic patients in Lesotho
    (University of Wolverhampton, 2023-02-02) Tsosane, Malefu; Mahlelehlele, Bokang Amelia; Murandu, Moses
    Diabetes mellitus (DM) has been considered a serious long-term condition which is one of the top 10 causes of death among adults and it has got a major impact on lives and well-being of individuals, families and societies. The most common type of DM in Africa is Type2 (T2DM). Diabetes being a major problem worldwide, healthy eating coupled with regular physical activity help in achieving a good glycemic control as well as delaying and reducing the onset of commonest diabetes complications. The current study aimed at exploring the barrier to lifestyle modification compliance among type 2 diabetic clients at Paki health center Lesotho. In this study, a quantitative descriptive design was applied in exploring the barriers of compliance to lifestyle modifications (diabetes selfmanagement) among adults with type 2 diabetes. Data was collected using semi-structured questionnaires, which were administered to 40 study participants who were purposively selected for inclusion into study. The study revealed that among other factors, financial constraints 21participants (52.5%) is associated with noncompliance to healthy eating habits. Other reasons from non-compliance to healthy eating were identified as absence of written instructions, sickness, lack of stamina to exercise, laziness and lack of access to physical activity facilities with percentages 85%, 65%, 50% and 40% respectively. Thus, study findings reveal needs for continuous health education on health benefits of healthy eating habits and physical activity.
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    Challenges of Open Distance Learning: Insights from Nursing Students at the National University of Lesotho
    (Science Publishing Group, 2024-09-20) Letsae, Thapelo John; Mahlelehlele, Bokang Amelia; Maja, Lineo J; Phiri, Letuka James
    Background: The implementation of an E-learning pedagogical model of education for Bachelor of Nursing Science students presents obstacles, including delayed assignment completion, insufficient class participation, low competency, and job loss. Objective: To explore nursing students’ challenges associated with open distance learning at the National University of Lesotho. Methodology: A quantitative cross-sectional survey design was used in this study. A structured questionnaire was used to collect data and was distributed to Participants online through google forms. The study was conducted for the period of three weeks in the month of May 2024. The data was analyzed descriptively using Statistical Package of Social Sciences. Results: A total of 58 students responded, out of which 93% experienced challenges during open distance learning while 7% did not. About 81% of Participants struggled with technology, while 71% complained about unreliable internet and personal issues that affected their study during open distance learning. Furthermore, environmental factors interrupted communications among learners and instructors. Issues of unreliable internet, impaired interaction, insufficient built-in support, institutional organization and personal factors that affected open distance learning were revealed. Conclusion: The research findings provide insight on the need to efficiently implement open distance learning for nursing students. Challenges experienced by nursing students that affected their learning include struggling with technology, requiring built-in support systems, and the need to secure an internet connection during open distance learning. Furthermore, prior planning for open distance learning is necessary for proper organization and management of personal issues affecting open distance learning
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    Experiences of healthcare workers working in COVID 19 isolation wards in Lesotho
    (Science Publishing Group, 2023-02-24) Mahlelehlele, Bokang Amelia; Lebona, Maselobe; Murandu, Moses
    Background: Health and wellbeing of Healthcare workers impacts the health of the nation. COVID-19 pandemic has brought to light a number of challenges faced by Healthcare workers all over the world, affecting their psychosocial, financial, spiritual and physical well-being. There has been an alarming number of healthcare workers being affected by COVID-19 across the globe, some even succumbed to death as a result of COVID-19. Some identified reasons for this tragedy have been lack of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), insufficient knowledge about the disease, shortage of healthcare workers and the compromised welfare of the Healthcare workers. Few studies within Lesotho focused on the perceptions of healthcare workers on COVID-19 and there was none conducted on the experiences of healthcare workers working in the COVID-19 isolation wards therefore, the aim of this study is describe the experiences of Healthcare workers working in COVID-19 isolation wards in Lesotho. Material and Methods: A descriptive phenomenological research design was utilized and data was collected using unstructured interviews which were audio-recorded. The interviews were conducted amongst the nine Healthcare workers who were working in the COVID-19 isolation ward and they composed on one office assistant, two medical doctors and six registered nurses. Analysis: Colaizzi’s seven-step method of qualitative data analysis was followed in this study. Results: Findings revealed increased workload, significant amount of negative emotions in the early stages of the pandemic, positive emotions at the later stage as well as stigma and discrimination. Conclusions: The COVID-19 pandemic placed a huge burden on the health care system. Health care workers, being in the front line, were significantly affected; they had to endure continued psychological distress because of the unique type of care required
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    Knowledge, perceptions and practices of adults towards dementia at a selected hospital in Lesotho
    (Recent Advances in Clinical Trials, 2023-10-28) Mahlelehlele, Bokang Amelia; Constable, Nthabiseng; Masakoane, Reentseng; Maselinyane, Tseko
    Objective: This study aimed to determine knowledge, perceptions and practices towards dementia in adults seeking health services at a selected hospital in Lesotho. Method: The descriptive quantitative research design was used in conducting the study. A sample of 52 participants were selected using convenience sampling method. Data was collected using pre-tested semi- structured questionnaire written in both English and Sesotho languages. Data was analyzed through the use of Microsoft Excel, presented on frequency tables, pie charts and bar charts. Results: The study results revealed that there is dearth of knowledge towards dementia (27%), majority of participants (n=26) had insufficient knowledge towards dementia. On the perception, 26.9% strongly perceived dementia as witchcraft and 34.6% of participants disregard dementia as part of the aging process. As much as majority of participants (63.5%) reported that demented people should be hospitalized, 13.5% of adults still believed that demented people should seek prophetic help. Conclusion: It can be concluded that there is need to raise awareness regarding mental health such as dementia so that affected individuals and families may be supported accordingly
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    Navigating challenges and opportunities in nursing education
    (Science Publishing Group, 2024-09-11) Molefi, Eliot Molefi; Mpemi, Mamello Regina; Phiri, Letuka James; Mahlelehlele, Bokang Amelia; Nthabane, Titi Nelly
    Globally, student frustration and attrition rates are declining, underscoring the importance of investigating the academic and interpersonal challenges that students face after their first year. Objectives: exploring the experiences of National University of Lesotho student nurses on their course of education. Method: A qualitative phenomenological research design was used to conduct research at the National University of Lesotho. Data was collected using an unstructured interview guide in two focus groups comprising all student nurses who are enrolled in the nursing and midwifery programme from their second year into the programme. This study employed a stratified random sampling procedure to select its respondents. This study made use of thematic analysis. Results: The results demonstrated clinical weariness caused by a severe workload. The tasks and responsibilities assigned to the students, which they consider to be the duties of registered nurses, frequently leave them feeling overburdened. Variations in clinical supervision experiences include negligence; some experience sexual abuse; and some students find the clinical setting quite unpleasant and inappropriate. On the other hand, students expressed that they are empowered by the current nursing curriculum to face the clinical challenges. Conclusion: Despite appreciating the faculty's supportive and inspiring environment, students had conflicting emotions about the instructional approaches and learning environments. There were variations in both instructional quality and clinical supervision