http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/20 STUDENTS’ FINAL PROJECT (THESIS/DISSERTATION) Thu, 09 Apr 2026 07:09:40 GMT 2026-04-09T07:09:40Z http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/30691 Title: IPREVALENCE AND INFLUENCING FACTORS OF APHRODISIAC USED AMONG STUDENTS AT AGRIC NZEMA SHS AND CHRISTIAN SERVICE UNIVERSITY IN KUMASI ASHANTI REGION OF GHANA Authors: ACHEAMPONG, SAMUEL; OWUSU ANSAH, ISHMAEL; AMOAH, VICKY Abstract: The use of aphrodisiacs among students has emerged as a growing public health concern due to its potential physiological and psychological effects. This study investigates the prevalence and influencing factors of aphrodisiac use among students at Agric Nzema Senior High School and Christian Service University in Kumasi, Ashanti Region of Ghana. Employing a mixed-methods approach, data were collected through structured questionnaires and focus group discussions targeting both male and female students aged 15 to 30. The findings reveal a significant prevalence of aphrodisiac use, influenced by factors such as peer pressure, media influence, curiosity, and socio-cultural beliefs surrounding masculinity and sexual performance. The study also highlights gender differences in usage patterns and perceptions. Recommendations are made for targeted health education campaigns, stakeholder engagement, and policy interventions to address misconceptions and reduce risky behaviors among the youth Description: STUDENTS PROJECT WORK Sun, 01 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMT http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/30691 2025-06-01T00:00:00Z http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/30690 Title: ASSESSING ETHICAL COMPETENCE AMONGST NURSING STUDENTS IN GHANA: A CASE STUDY AT CHRISTIAN SERVICE UNIVERSITY Authors: OSEI, LEWIS; NANEVI, CELESTINE; NANA AFUA SARPONG, OFOSUHENE Abstract: Background: Ethical competence is an essential part of nursing practice and education, particularly as healthcare systems adjust to mounting moral, cultural, and clinical demands. In ii Ghana, few empirical studies have assessed the ethical preparedness of nursing students and particularly in faith-based institutions where there is the potential of combining religious values and professional responsibility. Objective: The study aimed to assess the level of ethical capability among nursing students in Christian Service University in Ghana, and further investigate the influence of demographic factors such as age and education level on their ethical performance. Methods: Descriptive cross-sectional study design was employed. The sample size of 214 nursing students was taken through stratified random sampling from second-year, third-year, and final-year groups. The information were collected using the Nursing Student Care Ethical Competence Scale developed by Yoshioka and Kaneko (2019), measuring five most critical aspects of ethical competence: provision of safe care, respect for self-determination, protection of personal information, provision of best possible care, and respect for personal dignity. Responses were scored using a 5-point Likert scale. Descriptive statistics (means and standard deviations) and inferential statistics (t-tests and ANOVA) were used in the analysis of the data. Results: Overall ethical competence mean score was 3.478 (SD = 0.6078), indicating high competence. The highest average scores were in protecting personal information (M = 3.553), respecting self-determination (M = 3.538), and providing the best possible care (M = 3.497), all rated as "high" competence. But safe care assurance had a mean of 3.355, on the level of "moderate." ANOVA tests failed to determine statistically significant differences in relation to students' education level (p > 0.05), as ethical development was uniform across academic years. Conclusion: Christian Service University nursing students exhibit superior ethical competence in patient rights, confidentiality, and care provision. However, moderate competence in safe care delivery suggests the need for experiential learning-based targeted experiences and ethics simulated practice. The findings highlight the importance of turning ethical theory into practice in nursing education, particularly in faith-based institutions where moral and professional ethics should coexist harmoniously. Keywords: ethical competence, nursing students, Christian Service University, patient care, nursing ethics, Ghana, professional ethics, ethical decision-making ACKNOWLEDGEMENT We would like to express our sincere gratitude to our supervisor Dr. Simon Akwasi Osei Ph.D RN at Christian Service University for his invaluable guidance, support and encouragement throughout the course of this research. His insightful feedback and constant motivation played a significant role in shaping this work. iii We are also grateful to the faculty and staff of the Nursing department at Christian Service University for their support and assistance during our studies. Our heartfelt thanks go to our family and friends for their unwavering encouragement and understanding throughout this journey. Above all, we thank God for granting us the strength and wisdom to complete this research successfully. Sun, 01 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMT http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/30690 2025-06-01T00:00:00Z http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/30689 Title: ANXIETY AND COPING STRATEGIES AMONG NURSING STUDENTS DURING THEIR INITIAL CLINICAL EXPERIENCE. Authors: KONADU BOATENG, BENEDICTA; AMOATENG, HARRIET; BOAFO ABOAGYEWAA, ANGEL Sun, 01 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMT http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/30689 2025-06-01T00:00:00Z http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/30688 Title: ASSESSING THE PRACTICE AND EFFECTIVENESS OF ASEPTIC TECHNIQUES IN PREVENTING WOUND INFECTIONS AMONG NURSES AT THE SURGICAL DIRECTORATE OF KOMFO ANOKYE TEACHING HOSPITAL Authors: KWAKYE, SILVIA; SARKODIE, STELLA; ATAA-TAWIAH, MABEL Abstract: This study assessed the practice and effectiveness of aseptic techniques in preventing wound infections among nurses at the surgical directorate of Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital. A descriptive quantitative research design was used, and data were collected from 139 nurses through structured, closed-ended questionnaires. The study focused on four objectives: assessing adherence to aseptic techniques, determining the incidence of wound infections, identifying influencing factors, and examining the relationship between adherence and infection rates. The results showed that 80.6% of the nurses always or often washed their hands before and after wound dressing, 77.0% consistently used sterile gloves, and 74.8% maintained a sterile field throughout wound care. However, 72.7% of respondents agreed that workload interfered with adherence, and 64.8% reported that time pressure caused them to skip some aseptic steps. Furthermore, 73.4% had encountered wound infections within the past six months, with 77.5% noting that these infections often led to extended hospital stays. A majority (74.8%) believed that poor adherence to aseptic techniques frequently leads to wound infections, and 79.8% rated aseptic technique as either effective or very effective in preventing such infections. The study concludes that while nurses demonstrate a good level of adherence to aseptic techniques, institutional factors such as inadequate staffing, irregular training, and inconsistent supply of sterile materials remain major barriers. The study recommends enhanced supervision, continuous in-service training, adequate resourcing, and supportive policies to improve compliance and reduce infection rates. Sun, 01 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMT http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/30688 2025-06-01T00:00:00Z