scholarly journals Adherence to respectful maternity care guidelines during COVID-19 pandemic and associated factors among healthcare providers working at hospitals in northwest Ethiopia: A multicenter, observational study

2021 ◽  
pp. 100830
Author(s):  
Azmeraw Ambachew Kebede ◽  
Birhan Tsegaw Taye ◽  
Kindu Yinges Wondie ◽  
Agumas Eskezia Tiguh ◽  
Getachew Azeze Eriku ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Observational Study ◽  
Maternity Care ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Healthcare Providers ◽  
Northwest Ethiopia ◽  
Respectful Maternity Care ◽  
Multicenter Observational Study ◽  
Care Guidelines

scholarly journals Poor COVID-19 Preventive Practice among Healthcare Workers in Northwest Ethiopia, 2020

2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 ◽  
pp. 1-7
Author(s):  
Belayneh Ayanaw Kassie ◽  
Aynishet Adane ◽  
Eskeziaw Abebe Kassahun ◽  
Amare Simegn Ayele ◽  
Aysheshim Kassahun Belew
Keyword(s):  
Work Experience ◽  
Healthcare Workers ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Multivariable Analysis ◽  
Healthcare Providers ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Northwest Ethiopia ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Preventive Practice

Background. The novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic outbreak affects the global social, economic, and political context and becomes a significant threat to healthcare providers who are among the exposed groups to acquire and transmit the disease while caring and treating patients. It is crucial to comply with prevention recommendations so as to stay safe and protected. Therefore, this study aimed to assess COVID-19 preventive practice and associated factors among healthcare workers in Northwest Ethiopia. Methods. An institution-based cross-sectional study was conducted among 630 healthcare workers in Northwest Ethiopia from March to April 2020. A multistage sampling technique was used to select study participants. A pretested and structured self-administered questionnaire was used to collect data. The data were entered using Epi Info 7 and analyzed using STATA 16 statistical software. Both bivariate and multivariable logistic regression analyses were employed to identify associated factors. Adjusted odds ratio (AOR) with 95% confidence interval was used to determine independent predictors of COVID-19 preventive practice. In multivariable analysis, a variable with a P value of less than 0.05 was considered as statically significant. Result. Among 630 healthcare workers participated in the study, the overall good preventive practice towards COVID-19 was found to be 38.73% (95% CI: 34.8, 42.5). Being a male healthcare provider (AOR = 1.48; 95% CI: 1.02, 2.10), having work experience of 6–10 years (AOR = 2.22; 95% CI: 1.23, 4.00), and having poor attitude towards COVID-19 (AOR = 2.22; 95% CI: 1.03, 2.22) were found to be significantly associated with poor COVID-19 preventive practice among healthcare workers. Conclusion. Overall compliance towards COVID-19 preventive practice among healthcare workers was found to be low. Multiple education and training platforms with focus on COVID-19 preventive measures and adequate personal protective equipment and supplies should be provided for healthcare providers.

scholarly journals Preparedness for neonatal emergencies at birth and associated factors among healthcare providers working at hospitals in northwest Ethiopia: a multi-center cross-sectional study

Heliyon ◽  
2021 ◽  
pp. e08641
Author(s):  
Azmeraw Ambachew Kebede ◽  
Birhan Tsegaw Taye ◽  
Kindu Yinges Wondie ◽  
Agumas Eskezia Tiguh ◽  
Getachew Azeze Eriku ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Associated Factors ◽  
Healthcare Providers ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Northwest Ethiopia ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional

scholarly journals Experiences and perceptions of birth companions supporting women in labour at a District Hospital in Limpopo, South Africa

Curationis ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 44 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Joy V. Summerton ◽  
Tsakani R. Mtileni ◽  
Maphei E. Moshabela
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Maternity Care ◽  
Healthcare Providers ◽  
Limpopo Province ◽  
Respectful Maternity Care ◽  
National Guidelines ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Case Record ◽  
Experience Of Care ◽  
Birth Companion

Background: South Africa has included birth companions in its national guidelines for maternity care and the revised Maternity Case Record, in and effort to improve the quality and experience of care. However, reservations amongst healthcare providers remain about the acceptability of birth companions in the labour ward.Objectives: To document the experiences and perceptions of birth companions who supported women in labour in a rural hospital in Limpopo Province where a Respectful Maternity Care (RMC) project was piloted.Method: An institution-based cross-sectional study design was employed. Purposive sampling was employed where all birth companions who supported a woman during labour and birth were included in the study. The experiences and perceptions of birth companions were captured using a birth companion feedback book during the period of 1st April to 30th August 2019. Thematic analysis was used to analyse the data.Results: Seventy-one (71) of the 73 birth companions only had positive responses about the birthing experience and how both the birth companion and woman in labour were treated. Two birth companions were dissatisfied with the treatment provided by the midwife that supported the birth.Conclusion: It is important for healthcare providers to understand the far reaching emotional and psychological impact of their attitudes and behaviour on, not only women in labour but also on others who witness their (healthcare providers) behaviour. Mechanisms to obtain feedback from birth companions should be integrated into strategies to improve the quality and experience of care for women during childbirth.

Prevalence and associated factors of orphan symptoms in advanced cancer patients: a multicenter observational study

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kaoru Nishijima ◽  
Yoshiyuki Kizawa ◽  
Toshihiro Yamauchi ◽  
Takuya Odagiri ◽  
Tetsuya Ito ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Observational Study ◽  
Cancer Patients ◽  
Advanced Cancer ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Advanced Cancer Patients ◽  
Multicenter Observational Study

scholarly journals Healthcare providers’ perspectives of disrespect and abuse in maternity care facilities in Nigeria: a qualitative study

2019 ◽  
Vol 64 (9) ◽  
pp. 1291-1299
Author(s):  
Joy Orpin ◽  
Shuby Puthussery ◽  
Barbara Burden
Keyword(s):  
Maternity Care ◽  
Healthcare Providers ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Respectful Maternity Care ◽  
Disrespect And Abuse ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Rapport Building ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Health And Well Being ◽  
Respectful Care

Abstract Objectives To explore healthcare providers’ perspectives of disrespect and abuse in maternity care and the impact on women’s health and well-being. Methods Qualitative interpretive approach using in-depth semi-structured interviews with sixteen healthcare providers in two public health facilities in Nigeria. Interviews were audio-recorded, transcribed, and analysed thematically. Results Healthcare providers’ accounts revealed awareness of what respectful maternity care encompassed in accordance with the existing guidelines. They considered disrespectful and abusive practices perpetrated or witnessed as violation of human rights, while highlighting women’s expectations of care as the basis for subjectivity of experiences. They perceived some practices as well-intended to ensure safety of mother and baby. Views reflected underlying gender-related notions and societal perceptions of women being considered weaker than men. There was recognition about adverse effects of disrespect and abuse including its impact on women, babies, and providers’ job satisfaction. Conclusions Healthcare providers need training on how to incorporate elements of respectful maternity care into practice including skills for rapport building and counselling. Women and family members should be educated about right to respectful care empowering them to report disrespectful practices.

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