IsiXhosa for Healthcare - The Doctor

Name: IsiXhosa for Healthcare - The Doctor
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IsiXhosa for Doctors

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Created byRon Endley

Last updated 12/2024

English

What you'll learn

Build a rapport with a patient and put him or her at ease
Learn the parts of the human body and its functions
Establish the presenting problem
Discuss previous illnesses, medication and allergies
Engage in exploratory enquiries on a wide range of topics
Communication during a physical examination

Course content

15 sections • 75 lectures • 8h 41m total length

The sounds of isiXhosa - 17:03
The sounds of isiXhosa - 28:34
The "C" click8:32
This video explains how the dental "C" click and its variants are pronounced.
The "Q" click6:46
This video explains how the palatal "Q" click and its variants are pronounced.
The "X" click5:54
This video explains how the lateral "C" click and its variants are pronounced.

Questions and responses on general discomfort5:11
The patient is asked about the cause of discomfort and a wide range of responses is provided
Video - Flash cards on the presenting problem11:44
Practice memorisation and pronunciation by repeat-viewing of this video.
Questions and responses about pain6:18
The patient is asked about a wide range of possible causes of pain and provides responses
Video - Flash cards on patient comments and doctor questions about the nature of11:32
Further history taking6:38
The patient is asked questions about additional health issues, previous illnesses as well as lifestyle. Some responses are provided
Further history taking (contd)5:48
The patient is asked about current medication and allergies
Video - Flash cards on further history taking22:28
This video is intended for memorisation and pronunciation practice on questions to ask your patient

Prescribing medication6:35
Medication or alternatives are prescribed.
Instructions on how to apply lotion1:42
The patient is advised on how and when to apply lotion
Video - Flash Cards on how to apply lotion3:44
This video is intended for memorisation practice of relevant phrases advising the patient on this topic.
The taking of tablets2:12
The patient is advised on how and when to take the prescribed tablets
Video - Flash cards - How to take tablets5:16
When to take medication2:06
The patient is advised on how and when to take prescribed medication
Video - Instructions on when to take medication7:39
This video is intended for memorisation and pronunciation practice on the topic
Required quantities to take1:28
The patient is advised on the specific quantities of medication to take
Video - Required quantities of medication to take4:30
The patient needs to be made aware of the specific quantities of medication to take. This video is intended for memorization and pronunciation practice on this topic.
The storing of medication1:17
The patient is instruction on where to store the medication safely.
Video - The storing of medication2:24
It is important that medication is not just left "lying around" - This video includes flash card advice on what to do.

Precautions when taking medication3:04
The patient is advised on specific precautions to take regarding the prescribed medication
Video - Flash Cards on precautions when taking medicine5:44
It is important to take precautions when taking medication. Here is some practice on the "do's" and "don'ts"
Possible side-effects7:04
The patient is advised on a wide range of possible side-effects to be aware of.
Video - Flash cards on possible side-effects when taking medication18:54
It is important to be aware of the possible side-effects that could be caused by medication. Here is some extensive vocabulary practice in this regard.

Aged enquiry3:56
In this lecture, the aged patient is questioned on lifestyle and coping with advancing age.
Video - The aged enquiry flash cards7:15
This video is aimed at enabling you to question an elderly person on his / her lifestyle and wellbeing.
The adolescent enquiry2:39
In this lecture, the adolescent is asked about lifestyle and other confidential information
The child and infant enquiry8:02
In this lecture, the mother is questioned about breastfeeding, the child's development and immunization record, etc
Video - Infant and child flash cards19:33
This video is aimed at giving you practice at recognizing the meaning and to enable you to conduct this enquiry adequately in isiXhosa
Cardio-vascular enquiry10:34
In this lecture, the patient is question about his personal and family history, lifestyle and is physically assessed.
Video - Cardio-vascular enquiry flash cards15:37
This video gives you practice in recognizing and practicing relevant questions on this important topic.
Respiratory Enquiry4:43
In this lecture, the student is questioned on respiratory history and is assessed
Video - Respiratory enquiry flash cards7:05
This video gives you practice in recognizing relevant questions to ask your patient.
Gastro-intestinal enquiry4:19
In this lecture the patient is questioned about possible gastro-intestinal issues and history.
Video - Gastro-intestinal enquiry flash cards8:45
This video enables you to view, and listen to questions relevant to the topic of a gastro-intestinal enquiry.
Genito-urinary Enquiry3:30
This lecture focuses on men and possible genito-urinary issues.
Gynaecological Enquiry11:29
In this lecture, the woman is questioned about her menstrual, sexual, pregnancy histories and birth control measures.
Neurological Enquiry8:57
In this lecture, the patient is questioned extensively on the possible cause of neurological issues
Dermatological Enquiry6:00
In this lecture, the patient is questioned extensively on possible causes of dermatological issues.

Discussing previous pregnancies, the ultrasound scan27:12
In this lecture, you will discuss the mother's previous pregnancies (if any) and any difficulties she may have encountered. This will be followed by a detailed ultrasound scan followed by the explanation of the results
The mother with HIV, the labour and delivery phases23:54
In this lecture, you will counsel the mother with HIV and explain, how, with the correct treatment, she can expect a normal pregnancy. This is followed by taking her through the labour and delivery phases

General Examination - Questions and Instructions3:19
In this lecture, the patient is instructed to prepare for the examination and is asked some introductory questions
General Examination - Blood Pressure and Pulse Rate3:51
In this lecture, the patient is taken through the procedure of having his/her blood pressure and pulse rate checked
General Examination - Lungs and Glands2:00
In this lecture the doctor comments on his findings when listening to the patient's lungs and feeling the glands.
General Examination - Painful Limb2:29
In this lecture, the patient is put through the motions of having a sore leg examined
General Examination - Wound, a fall, and examining a child5:04
In this lecture, a wound is treated, a patient is asked about a fall and a child is examined.

Requirements

Basic, everyday communications skills in isiXhosa would help to quickly engage with the program

Description

In the South African context, multilingualism in Primary Health Care is of paramount importance for the successful running of any program or practice. English may be the language of the world, but where the health and well-being of patients is involved, knowledge of the local indigenous language plays an pivotal role in building relationships as well as assessing and sucessfully treating health issues. Today languages are part of workplace diversity and learning another language is more than learning words and meaning, but more about understanding the meaning behind the words to emotionally connect with patients and improve delivery.

Multilingualism is necessary for quality service where people do not speak the same language. Therefore being able to speak your patient’s language assists in boosting the quality of your service delivery and also help you attract new business.

Multilingualism and multiculturalism go hand in hand. Intercultural skills and proficiency in a foreign language help to address the unique challenges of health care practices operating in various domains. Knowing the language well enough to adjust your communication from professional to sensitive can help develop relationships to build a better understanding and rapport with colleagues and patients.

Language skills are valuable because they enable you to interact with patients and make them feel welcome, comfortable and assured of receiving the best treatment. When you are able to speak in a language other than English to your patients, not only do you feel valued and respected, it also gives you a chance to practice your language skills.

This program is in the process of being extensively upgraded through the addition of flash card videos and PDF's on each topic - this being aimed at giving you extensive practice in recognising the meanings and being able to question and treat your patient adequately.

Who this course is for:

This course is intended for student and practicing medical practitioners

IsiXhosa for Healthcare - The Doctor

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Course content

Introduction5 lectures • 37min

Meeting the patient7 lectures • 37min

The Human Body4 lectures • 15min

The Presenting problem7 lectures • 1hr 10min

Medication11 lectures • 39min

Precautions and side-effects when taking medication4 lectures • 35min

Exploratory enquiries15 lectures • 2hr 2min

Obstetrics2 lectures • 51min

Lifestyle4 lectures • 18min

The Physical Examination5 lectures • 17min

Requirements

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