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The impact of frequent injections for hematopoietic growth factor support on patients receiving chemotherapy: an observational study
(BioMed Central Ltd, 2003-09-19)Quality of life may be affected by daily injections of supportive hematopoietic growth factor medication, which is frequently required by patients with cancer undergoing chemotherapy. The objective of the study was to ... -
Reexamining age, race, site, and thermometer type as variables affecting temperature measurement in adults – A comparison study
(BioMed Central Ltd, 2003-06-15)Background: As a result of the recent international vigilance regarding disease assessment, accurate measurement of body temperature has become increasingly important. Yet, trusted low-tech, portable mercury glass thermometers ... -
A survey of the quality of nursing care in several health districts in South Africa.
(BioMed Central Ltd, 2004-02-03)South Africa is currently focusing strongly on human resource development. The purpose of this study was to describe and compare the quality of nursing service and care in three health districts in the KwaZulu Natal Province. ...