First-Time Fathers’ Experience of Support from Midwives in Maternity Clinics: An Interview Study

Background. Research shows that first-time fathers want to take part in preparation for birth and parenthood but they describe being excluded by health professionals. Aim. The aim of this study was to illustrate first-time fathers’ experiences of support from midwives in maternity clinics as a step in the validation of “The Father Perceived-Professional-Support” (The FaPPS) scale. Methods. A qualitative content analysis with an inductive and deductive approach was used; seven first-time fathers were strategically selected and interviewed. In the inductive part the following open question was asked: “How did you perceive the support from the antenatal midwife/midwives?” In the deductive part, the fathers were asked to respond to the FaPPS scale, in order to receive their thoughts and understanding of the scale, inspired by the “Think-aloud” method. Findings. The inductive results showed two main categories: Experience of not knowing what support they needed and Experience of being excluded. The fathers found support from other fathers in parental education classes, but they lack time to discuss. Overall it seems as if the fathers answered both from their own perspective and from the mothers’ perspective. This was not evident in the deductive results. The FaPPs scale should therefore include professionals’ ability to strengthen social support from other first-time fathers and professionals’ ability to offer support to the mother. Conclusion and Clinical Implications. The fathers experienced exclusion both by themselves and also by midwives. Midwives should offer both parents the opportunity to pose questions. It is important for expectant fathers that time for discussion is planned in parental education classes. The FaPPS scale is useful but needs further development. Parts of our result are in line with earlier research, for decades; therefore it is necessary to focus more on support for fathers.

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How partners of pregnant women use their social networks when preparing for childbirth and parenthood: A qualitative study

Nordic Journal of Nursing Research ◽

10.1177/2057158520943379 ◽

2020 ◽

pp. 205715852094337

Author(s):

Caroline Bäckström ◽

Therese Larsson ◽

Stina Thorstensson

Keyword(s):

Social Support ◽

Social Networks ◽

Social Network ◽

Pregnant Women ◽

Transition To Parenthood ◽

Qualitative Content Analysis ◽

Social Connections ◽

Equator Network ◽

Expectant Fathers ◽

To Receive

Social contextual circumstances have an influence on parental transition, and social support has been shown to facilitate the transition to parenthood, among other states. Further knowledge is, however, needed to explore how partners of pregnant women use their social networks during pregnancy. Therefore, the aim of this study was to explore how partners of pregnant women use their social networks when preparing for childbirth and parenting. Within this study, a social network is defined as social connections such as family, friends and significant others. In total, 14 partners (expectant fathers and co-mothers) were interviewed. Data were analysed using qualitative content analysis. EQUATOR Network guidelines and the COREQ checklist were applied. The analysis resulted in one theme of meaning: Partners use their social networks to receive social support, which facilitates understanding about how to prepare for childbirth and parenthood, which was described through three sub-themes. The results highlight the importance of social networks for partners when preparing for childbirth and parenthood. Professionals should aim to strengthen and extend partners’ social networks and access to social support. This could be done not only to support partners to attend parental classes, but also to participate socially as well as engage with other expectant parents within the classes.

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First-Time Mothers Have a Desire to Be Offered Professional Breastfeeding Support by Pediatric Nurses: An Evaluation of the Mother-Perceived-Professional Support Scale

Nursing Research and Practice ◽

10.1155/2019/8731705 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 2019 ◽

pp. 1-11 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Matilda Möller Ranch ◽

Sofia Jämtén ◽

Stina Thorstensson ◽

Anette C. Ekström-Bergström

Keyword(s):

Qualitative Content Analysis ◽

Professional Support ◽

World Health ◽

Perceived Support ◽

Pediatric Nurses ◽

Breastfeeding Support ◽

Semistructured Interviews ◽

First Time Mothers ◽

Health Organization ◽

First Time

Background. Although the World Health Organization recommends exclusive breastfeeding for six months, the rate of breastfeeding has decreased worldwide. Breastfeeding is the natural way of feeding a baby, but it is a process that has to be learnt. It is not unusual for problems to occur and hence support for breastfeeding is vital. The aim of this study was to explore first-time mothers’ experiences of the breastfeeding support offered by pediatric nurses, as well as to develop and evaluate the Mother Perceived Support from Professionals (MoPPS) scale. Methods. A qualitative design involving both inductive and deductive approaches was chosen. Nine first-time mothers were interviewed regarding their experiences of the breastfeeding support offered by pediatric nurses. Semistructured interviews were conducted. The mothers were also asked to grade their experiences of breastfeeding support on the MoPPS scale. A qualitative content analysis was applied when analyzing the data obtained using both the inductive (interviews) and deductive (MoPPS scale) approaches. Results. The results revealed that the mothers felt the desire to breastfeed, although they all experienced some difficulties. They wanted the pediatric nurses to be perceptive and provide professional support based on their own experiences. When the pediatric nurses took time and booked extra appointments, the mothers felt supported. The inductive analysis resulted in one theme: “When wanting to breastfeed, mothers have a desire to be offered professional breastfeeding support”. Two main categories were identified, namely “Mothers wanted but lacked breastfeeding support” and “Mothers received professional support.” The deductive analysis of the MoPPS scale showed similar results, and the questions were perceived as relevant to the aim. The mothers considered it important that the pediatric nurses had sufficient knowledge about breastfeeding. It was also considered important that the pediatric nurses involved the mothers’ partners in the breastfeeding support. Therefore, we suggest that these areas should be included in the MoPPS scale for pediatric nurses. Conclusions. The MoPPS scale can be a useful tool for helping pediatric nurses to offer mothers professional breastfeeding support. Indeed, when offering breastfeeding support, pediatric nurses can use the items included on the MoPPS scale as guidance.

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Tornadoes in Romania—from Forecasting and Warning to Understanding Public’s Response and Expectations

Atmosphere ◽

10.3390/atmos11090966 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 11 (9) ◽

pp. 966

Author(s):

Simona Andrei ◽

Meda Daniela Andrei ◽

Mihăiţă Huştiu ◽

Sorin Cheval ◽

Bogdan Antonescu

Keyword(s):

Risk Perception ◽

General Public ◽

Lessons Learned ◽

Significant Progress ◽

Tornado Warnings ◽

Forecasting And Warning ◽

Tornado Event ◽

First Time ◽

To Receive ◽

Further Development

Significant progress in tornado research and management can be claimed over the last few decades worldwide. However, tornado forecasting and warning continue to be permanent challenges for most European national meteorological services because they require particular skills and experience. Moreover, tornado warnings may generate panic. Therefore, one can remark that the main difficulties are related to (1) forecasting the tornado genesis, and (2) finding the most efficient way to communicate to the general public the possibility of tornado occurrence. This article presents the main characteristics of two convective events that occurred in Romania in order to emphasize the similarities and disparities between the tornado event (30 April 2019) and the non-tornado event (6 May 2019), from the warning perspective. Further, we investigate, for the first time in Romania, the general public’s comprehension, risk perception and reactions regarding the tornado events. The survey performed in 2020 emphasized that the Romanian public is able to recognize tornadoes (60%), understand the risks (over 80%), can manage the panic (over 70%), and is rather desirous to receive clear (over 90%) and real-time (95%) tornado warnings. The lessons learned may support the further development of tornado forecasting and warning procedures, and foster the public’s awareness related to tornado events.

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Counseling during Real Ear Measurements: The Clients' Perspective

Journal of the American Academy of Audiology ◽

10.1055/s-0040-1718930 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Angela Ryall ◽

Lorienne M. Jenstad ◽

John Pumford ◽

Tami Howe ◽

Garnet Grosjean

Keyword(s):

Focus Groups ◽

Hearing Aids ◽

Visual Information ◽

Best Practice ◽

Qualitative Content Analysis ◽

Hearing Aid ◽

Added Value ◽

Centered Care ◽

Prior Literature ◽

First Time

Abstract Background When dispensing hearing aids, audiologists must follow validated fitting and verification procedures to ensure that the hearing aids are properly fitted to the client's hearing. Real ear measurements (REMs) are best practice for verifying hearing aids. Prior literature regarding REMs has mainly focused on the clinicians' perspective. Purpose This study investigated informational counseling throughout REMs by gathering perspectives of first-time hearing aid users regarding the content and format of counseling. Research Design The study used an interpretive description approach with focus groups. Study Sample There were 16 adult participants (4 males, 12 females) who were first-time hearing aid users and who all had memory of REMs occurring during their own hearing aid verification. Intervention We investigated the addition of informational counseling during REM verification. Data Collection and Analysis Four focus groups were conducted to elicit feedback on a demonstration of informational counseling during REM hearing aid verification. The data from the focus groups were transcribed verbatim and analyzed using qualitative content analysis. Results Analysis revealed positive aspects, negative aspects, and suggested changes in relation to the verbal and visual information presented during the REM verification demonstration. These data fell into two broad categories: the interaction and transaction of informational counseling. Conclusion Most clients were interested in learning more about REMs if the information was accessible. Results provide recommendations for clinical audiologists and REM system manufacturers to make the information presented during informational counseling more client-friendly and individualized for client-centered care. To continue exploring this new inquiry, further experimental research is required to determine if there is any added value of incorporating informational counseling during REMs.

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Out of the Picture: Latinx and White Male Youths’ Facial Features Predict Their Juvenile Justice System Processing Outcomes

Crime & Delinquency ◽

10.1177/0011128721999347 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 001112872199934

Author(s):

Jacqueline M. Chen ◽

Adam D. Fine ◽

Jasmine B. Norman ◽

Paul J. Frick ◽

Elizabeth Cauffman

Keyword(s):

Criminal Justice ◽

Juvenile Justice ◽

Justice System ◽

Juvenile Justice System ◽

White Male ◽

Facial Features ◽

Legal Decisions ◽

Increased Risk ◽

First Time ◽

To Receive

Adults’ facial characteristics predict whether and how severely they are sentenced in the adult criminal justice system. We investigate whether characteristics of White and Latinx male youths’ faces predict the severity of their processing in the juvenile justice system. Among a sample of first-time offenders, despite no differences in the severity of their offenses, youth who were perceived by naïve observers as more dominant, less trustworthy, less healthy, and having darker skin were more likely to receive harsher sanctions. Thus, extralegal factors like appearance may bias legal decisions that place some youth at increased risk for more restrictive sanctioning. Our findings highlight the need for structured approaches to juvenile processing decisions that take youths’ appearance out of the picture.

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COT-13 Current situation and problems of cancer genomic profiling test in Kyoto University Hospital

Neuro-Oncology Advances ◽

10.1093/noajnl/vdaa143.099 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 2 (Supplement_3) ◽

pp. ii22-ii22

Author(s):

Yoshiki Arakawa ◽

Junko Suga ◽

Yukinori Terada ◽

Kohei Nakajima ◽

Masahiro Tanji ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Treatment Options ◽

Insurance Coverage ◽

Germline Mutations ◽

University Hospital ◽

Genomic Profiling ◽

Test Results ◽

Final Test ◽

First Time ◽

To Receive ◽

Secondary Finding

Abstract Objective: Kyoto University Hospital has introduced the cancer genomic profiling tests, Oncoprime in 2015, Guardant360 in 2018, which are not under insurance coverage, FoundationOne CDx(F1CDx) and OncoGuide NCC Oncopanel system(NCC OP) in 2019, which received approval for insurance coverage for the first time in Japan. We investigated the results of cancer genomic profiling test under insurance coverage in our hospital. Methods: A special facility for the cancer genomic profiling tests was produced. To perform the cancer genomic profiling test, an outpatient must visit the facility three times (learning, ordering of the test, and getting the results). The expert panels decide the final test results and treatment options with the all information of the patients. Results: From November 2019 to March 2020, 51 and 9 patients were tested with F1CDx and NCC OP, respectively. 16 patients (31%) of F1CDX and 2 patients (22%) of NCC OP got treatment recommendations from the expert panels. However, only 5 patients (9.8%) of F1CDX and 1 patient (11%) of NCC OP received the treatments. The secondary finding suspecting germline mutations was found in 8 patients of F1CDX. Conclusion: After the approval the cancer genomic profiling tests with insurance coverage in Japan, it becomes easy for the patients to perform the test and get the genetic information of the tumor. However, it remains not easy to receive the recommended drugs because of several limitations of their usages.

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Music for Cello and Piano

10.31022/a008 ◽

1982 ◽

Author(s):

Arthur Foote

Keyword(s):

United States ◽

Musical Training ◽

The United States ◽

American Composers ◽

International Reputation ◽

Arthur Foote ◽

First Time ◽

To Receive

Arthur Foote (1853–1937) was one of the first American composers to receive his entire musical training in the United States and to go on to establish an international reputation. These seven works for cello and piano include a major romantic sonata and six smaller pieces. All are newly edited from the manuscript sources and original editions, and three are published here for the first time.

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Risk Factors Associated with Failure to Receive Vaccinations

PEDIATRICS ◽

10.1542/peds.64.3.304 ◽

1979 ◽

Vol 64 (3) ◽

pp. 304-309 ◽

Cited By ~ 2

Author(s):

James S. Marks ◽

Thomas J. Halpin ◽

John J. Irvin ◽

Deane A. Johnson ◽

John R. Keller

Keyword(s):

Socioeconomic Status ◽

Family Size ◽

Parental Education ◽

Maternal Education ◽

Oral Polio Vaccine ◽

Health Department ◽

Major Purpose ◽

Factors Associated ◽

Basic Series ◽

To Receive

A major purpose of a state-wide survey to document the vaccination status of 1,003 2-year-old children was to identify factors associated with failure to receive the recommended vaccinations. With a basic series of immunization defined as three doses of diphtheriatetanus-pertussis (DTP), three oral polio vaccine (OPV), one measles, and one rubella, 72.5% of the children had completed the series. When the completed series was redefined to include a fourth DTP and mumps vaccine the rate of completion dropped to 40.8%. However, 59.1% of the children who had not completed this optimal series could be brought up-to-date with a single visit to their provider of medical care. Demographic variables independently associated with completion of the basic series were increased paternal education (P < .001), increased maternal education (P < .02), smaller family size (P < .01) and higher socioeconomic status, as determined by census tract or rural town of residence (P < .02). Race was not found to be a factor associated with vaccination rates when socioeconomic status was controlled. Patients who received their vaccinations from private physicians had a better vaccination rate than those who attended health department clinics. This difference persisted even when socioeconomic status was controlled by residence (P < .02). The simultaneous comparison of parental education and family size demonstrated that a child having one parent with < 12 years education or having at least three siblings has a fourfold greater risk of failure to complete his immunization than children whose parents are both college graduates. By using paternal and maternal education level and family size as screening variables, children at high risk for failure to complete their immunizations could be identified prospectively and made the target of intervention programs to improve compliance.

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Opportunities for improving how and when Canadians are informed about new prescription medications

Knowledge Management & E-Learning: An International Journal ◽

10.34105/j.kmel.2020.12.024 ◽

2020 ◽

pp. 427-447

Keyword(s):

Lived Experiences ◽

Mobile Application ◽

Future Research ◽

Prescription Medications ◽

Structured Interviews ◽

Risks And Benefits ◽

Medication Information ◽

First Time ◽

To Receive ◽

Larger Sample

The Canadian prescription process requires a person to go through several steps. Prescription medications have associated risks and benefits and it is important for people to be aware of these before and while they are taking medications. One of the approaches to informing people about new prescription medications is that they are provided Consumer Medication Information (CMI). CMI is given to Canadians at the pharmacy when they pick up prescriptions, they will be taking for the first time. This study used semi-structured interviews to examine the lived experiences of a sample of Canadians (N = 36) to identify opportunities for improvement in how and when they are informed about new prescription medications. The findings were synthesized into a journey map. Generally, participants wanted to receive CMI digitally and earlier in the prescription process. Adopting these changes could have several benefits which include loss prevention and increased accessibility to CMI as well as more participatory decision making and opportunities to ask questions. Future research is warranted to explore similar topics with a larger sample and determine what method (e.g., email, website, mobile application) would be most suitable.

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Propiedades psicométricas de la Escala de Interacción en las Clases Dirigidas (EICD)

Intangible Capital ◽

10.3926/ic.780 ◽

2016 ◽

Vol 12 (3) ◽

pp. 840 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Adrián Pastor-Barceló ◽

Vicente Prado-Gascó ◽

Pilar Bustillo-Casero

Keyword(s):

Design Methodology ◽

Scientific Literature ◽

Small Sample ◽

Improve Quality ◽

Validity And Reliability ◽

Final Version ◽

First Time ◽

To Receive ◽

Insight Into

Purpose: This research focuses on the construction and validation of a scale designed to assess the quality of the supervised classes: Interaction on Supervised Classes Scale (ISCS).Design/methodology/approach: This is a descriptive correlational study. For the construction of the scale three phases were performed in which different experts assessed the adequacy of the items. Finally, the psychometric properties of the final version were studied in a sample of 314 consumers (69.1% women) aged between 18 and 77 with an average of 39.33 years (SD=12.25).Findings: The scale presents adequate validity and reliability, being a useful tool for measuring the interaction in Supervised Classes.Research limitations/implications: The sampling, non-probabilistic or convenience, have taken the sample of a unique sports facility and the small sample size.Practical implications: The ISCS allows managers to receive better feedback, allowing them to obtain deeper insight into the quality and satisfaction of the service. According to its results, the managers may implement different strategies to improve quality in a key service within sports centers.Originality/value: For the first time the interaction between customers and between customers and employees is evaluated both inside and outside the center, a topic that had not yet been studied in the scientific literature. The scale can be applied to any type of directed activity, and will allow a greater understanding of the quality of service.

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