scholarly journals The effectiveness of interactive mobile health technologies in improving antenatal care service utilization in Dodoma region, Tanzania: A quasi experimental study

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
THERESIA JOHN MASOI ◽  
Stephen M. Kibusi ◽  
Alex Ernest ◽  
Athanase G. Lilungulu
Keyword(s):  
Antenatal Care ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Service Utilization ◽  
Mobile Health ◽  
Care Service ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Health Technologies ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
The Mean

Abstract Background Antenatal care provides a platform for important health care functions during pregnancy, including health promotion, screening, and diagnosis and disease prevention. Timely and appropriate utilization of antenatal care can prevent complications and ensure better maternal and newborn health care. The aim of this study was to assess the effectiveness of interactive mobile health technologies in improving antenatal care service utilization in Dodoma region, Tanzania Methods A controlled quasi-experimental study was carried. Random selection of participants was employed to achieve a sample size of 450 pregnant women (Intervention=150 and Control=300). Interventions were matched to controls by gravidity and gestational age at a ratio of 1:2.The intervention group was enrolled in an interactive mobile messaging system and received health education messages. The control group continued with the standard antenatal care services being offered in local clinics. Pregnant women were followed from their initial visit to the point of delivery. Independent two-sample T-tests and logistic regression were used to test the effect of the intervention. Results The mean age of the participants was found to be 25.6 years with a range of 16 to 48 years. 77.3% of participants in the intervention group utilize ANC services as compared to 57.7% in the control group. The mean score was (M=2.77, SD 0.420) in the intervention group against (M=2.58, SD=0.495) in the control with (t=4.172, P<0.01) at 95% CI . Interactive SMS alert system,was observed to be effective on improving Antenatal care service utilization (AOR=2.164, P<0.05, 95% CI=1.351-3.466) as compared to conventional Antenatal care health education given in our health facilities. Conclusion The Interactive mobile health technologies used in this study has the potential of empowering pregnant women through greater access to information and in improving antenatal care service utilization in our setting.

The effect of ear acupressure medicine at the “Shen Men” point on the nausea and vomiting during pregnancy

2021 ◽  
Vol 15 (5) ◽  
pp. 1774-1779
Author(s):  
Sanaz Nehbandani ◽  
Hajar Salehi ◽  
Khadije Rezaie Keikhaie ◽  
Hossein Rashki Ghalenow ◽  
Fatemeh Mirzaie ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Gestational Age ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Nausea And Vomiting ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Health Clinics ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
The Mean ◽  
The Difference

Introduction & Objective: Nausea and vomiting during pregnancy is one of the most common gastrointestinal disorders that more than 85% of pregnant women experience. However, controlling and treating this complication is still one of the most important issues in antenatal care. Therefore, the aim of this study was to investigate the effect of ear acupressure at Shen Men point on relieving nausea, vomiting and retching during pregnancy. Materials and Methods: In this quasi-experimental study, 100 pregnant women with a gestational age of less than 16 weeks attending the health clinics of Zabol city during 2019-2020 were studied in two control and intervention groups (n = 50 in each group). The samples in the intervention group were trained to apply pressure on their ears’ Shen Men point with the thumb for three minutes three times a day (morning, noon, and night), for a duration of one month. At the end of second and fourth weeks, the data were collected using the Rhodes index form and then, were analyzed by SPSS software version 22. Results: According to the results, there was no significant difference between the two groups in terms of age, gestational age, occupation and education. The difference in the mean scores of nausea, vomiting and retching was not statistically significant between the control and intervention groups before the study. But four weeks after the study, a significant difference was observed in the mean scores of vomiting, nausea and retching between the two groups, so that the mean scores of vomiting, nausea and retching were significantly lower in the intervention group than in the control group. Conclusion: The ear acupressure medicine at the Shen men point can be used as a non-invasive, safe and inexpensive method to relieve nausea, vomiting and retching during pregnancy. Keywords: Acupressure medicine, Shen Men, Vomiting, Pregnancy, Nausea, Retching, Rhodosis

scholarly journals The effect of ear acupressure medicine at the “Shen Men” point on the nausea and vomiting during pregnancy

2021 ◽  
Vol 15 (6) ◽  
pp. 1602-1606
Author(s):  
Sanaz Nehbandani ◽  
Hajar Salehi ◽  
Khadijerezaie Keikhaie ◽  
Hossein Rashki Ghalenow ◽  
Fatemeh Mirzaie ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Gestational Age ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Nausea And Vomiting ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Health Clinics ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
The Mean ◽  
The Difference

Background: Nausea and vomiting during pregnancy is one of the most common gastrointestinal disorders that more than 85% of pregnant women experience. However, controlling and treating this complication is still one of the most important issues in antenatal care. Aim: To investigate the effect of ear acupressure at Shen Men point on relieving nausea, vomiting and retchingduring pregnancy. Methods: In this quasi-experimental study, 100 pregnant women with a gestational age of less than 16 weeks attending the health clinics ofZabol city during 2019-2020 were studied in two control and intervention groups (n = 50 in each group). The samples in the intervention group weretrained to apply pressure ontheirears’Shen Men point with the thumb for three minutes three times a day (morning, noon, and night), for a duration of one month. At the end of second and fourth weeks, the data were collected using the Rhodes index form and then, were analyzed by SPSS software version 22. Results: According to the results, there was no significant difference between the two groups in terms of age, gestational age, occupation and education. The difference in the mean scores of nausea, vomiting and retching was not statistically significant between the control and intervention groups before the study. But four weeks after the study, a significant difference was observed in the mean scores of vomiting, nausea and retching between the two groups, so that the mean scores of vomiting, nausea and retching were significantly lower in the intervention group than in the control group. Conclusion: The ear acupressure medicine at the Shen men point can be used as a non-invasive, safe and inexpensive method to relieve nausea, vomiting and retching during pregnancy. Keywords :Acupressure medicine, Shen Men, Vomiting, Pregnancy, Nausea, Retching, Rhodosis

scholarly journals The Effect of Educational Media Development in Increasing Knowledge and Attitudes on Pregnancy Complications at Sayang Rakyat Hospital in Makassar

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (T2) ◽  
pp. 196-199
Author(s):  
Stang Stang ◽  
Debora Selin ◽  
Suriah Suriah ◽  
Sumarni Marwang ◽  
Hasanuddin Ishak
Keyword(s):  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Educational Media ◽  
Media Development ◽  
Pregnancy And Childbirth ◽  
Knowledge And Attitudes ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
Increasing Knowledge

BACKGROUND: Each pregnancy and childbirth has complication risks. These complications are accompanying pathological incidences that might cause maternal mortality. AIM: This research aims to determine the effect of educational media development in increasing knowledge and attitudes about complications of pregnancy and childbirth in pregnant women. METHODS: This research method passed through several stages as follows: First stage consisted of the development of educational media (leaflets), and second stage consisted of development test with leaflet media using a quasi-experimental research design. The samples were Trimester I to Trimester III pregnant women who visited Sayang Rakyat Hospital Makassar, which consisted of 30 people as intervention group and 30 people as control group. The intervention group was provided leaflets while the control group was provided books on maternal and child health. Data analysis used Wilcoxon Signed Ranks Test and Mann–Whitney test. RESULTS: The results showed that there are differences in case of knowledge and attitudes of pregnant women regarding complications of pregnancy and childbirth before and after being provided with leaflet intervention with a value of p = 0.000. Likewise, there are differences in the case of knowledge and attitudes of pregnant women regarding pregnancy and childbirth complications between the intervention and control groups with p = 0.041 and 0.001, respectively. CONCLUSION: Educational media on knowledge and attitudes about complications of pregnancy and childbirth has a positive effect in pregnant women at Sayang Rakyat Hospital in Makassar.

Effectiveness of website application (Sumiferos) for preventing anemia with pregnant women compliance in consuming Fe tablets

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (3) ◽  
pp. 197-200
Author(s):  
Rosmaria . ◽  
Sri Yun Utama ◽  
Titik Hindriati ◽  
Diniyati .
Keyword(s):  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Health Workers ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Test Design ◽  
Communication Tool ◽  
Care Services ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
Group Post

Background: The consumption of Fe tablets needs to be the attention of midwives as one of the spearheads in providing antenatal care services. Due to the low level of compliance of pregnant women to consume Fe tablets, it is necessary to provide appropriate counseling as an effort to increase compliance with Fe tablets. Objective: This study aimed to determine the effectiveness of the application model (Sumiferos) for preventing anemia with pregnant women compliance in consuming Fe tablets at Putri Ayu Health Center in Jambi city. Materials and methods: This study used a quasi-experimental research design with a post-test design by involving an intervention group and a control group (post-test), two group designs. With the total of 70 subjects;the intervention group, 35 respondents were given a website application (sumiferos), and a control group 35 respondents were given a leflet. After a month, the number of Fe tablets that have been consumed was monitored. Compliance of pregnant women in consuming Fe tablets required a monitoring or supervisioncarried out by health workers. Therefore, an intervention was given by using a website-based application (sumiferos) for pregnant women as a communication tool that has been created and designed previously by researchers. Results: Posttest statistical analysis showed that pregnant women who were given a website application (sumiferos) in the intervention group showed better compliance than pregnant women in the control group given lefket. Conclusion: Based on the results,a website application (sumiferos) is more effective than leaflets in improving maternal compliance to consume Fe tablets given by health workers.

scholarly journals Effect of Education Based on Extended Theory of Planned Behavior on Exclusive Breastfeeding in Pregnant Women in Darmian in 2017

Health Scope ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Hajar Rasoli ◽  
Gholamreza Masoudy ◽  
Hossein Ansari ◽  
Hossein Bagheri
Keyword(s):  
Theory Of Planned Behavior ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Planned Behavior ◽  
Exclusive Breastfeeding ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Extended Theory ◽  
The Mean ◽  
And Control

Background: Appropriate breastfeeding reduces health disorders and death among infants. Objectives: The present study was conducted to evaluate the effects of educational intervention based on the extended theory of planned behavior. Methods: In this semi-experimental study, 168 pregnant women from 20 health centers were allocated into intervention and control groups by a multi-stage sampling method. The data collecting tool included demographic and constructs of an extended theory of planned behavior. The validity and reliability of the questionnaire were confirmed by an expert panel and Cronbach's alpha test, respectively. The educational methods encompassed face to face training, pamphlet and flashcards distribution, and clip presentation. Two 45-minute educational sessions were conducted; the data were recollected 6 months after the delivery. Results: The mean ages of the intervention and control group were 29 ± 6 and 28.7 ± 5.9. The pregnancy rate and age of the pregnancy in the intervention group were 2.7 ± 1.4 and 29 weeks, respectively. After the intervention, the mean score of the behavior in the intervention group increased compared to the control group. The intention (B = 0.4, P = 0.01) and perceived behavior control (B = 0.42, P = 0.03) were the predictors of the behavior. Conclusions: The structures of the extended theory of planned behavior are suitable framework to promote exclusive breastfeeding among pregnant women.

scholarly journals Promoting the adoption of behaviors to prevent osteoporosis using the health belief model integrated with health literacy: quasi-experimental intervention study

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Rahman Panahi ◽  
Fatemeh Samiei Siboni ◽  
Mansoure Kheiri ◽  
Khadije Jahangasht Ghoozlu ◽  
Mahya Shafaei ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Standard Deviation ◽  
Educational Intervention ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Health Belief ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Walking Behavior ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Belief Model ◽  
The Health Belief Model

Abstract Background The health belief model (HBM) is effective in preventing osteoporosis and promoting health literacy (HL). In this regard, there are some critical points such as the role of HL in preventing osteoporosis, adoption of preventive behaviors, adoption of behaviors, including physical activity, and the role of health volunteers in transmitting health messages to the community. Considering the aforesaid points this study was performed among the health volunteers aimed to determine the effect of educational intervention based on integrated HBM with HL on walking and nutrition behaviors to prevent osteoporosis. Materials and methods In this quasi-experimental intervention study, 140 health volunteers (70 people in each of the two intervention and control groups) were enrolled in the study using multi-stage random sampling, in 2020. The members of the intervention group received e-learning through social media software, 4 times during 4 weeks (once a week) and were provided with educational booklets and pamphlets. Data collection tools included demographic and background questionnaires; standard questionnaire based on the HBM, awareness, and walking and nutrition behaviors to prevent osteoporosis; and HELIA questionnaire to measure HL. These questionnaires were completed in two stages, before and 3 months after the intervention. The educational intervention in this study was sent to the intervention group in 4 stages. The collected data were analyzed using proportional tests (paired t-test, Wilcoxon test, independent t-test, Mann-Whitney test) and SPSS software version 23. Results The mean and standard deviation related to the score of adoption of nutrition behaviors at the beginning of the study in the intervention group was 5.398 ± 1.447, which changed to 8.446 ± 1.244 after 3 months, indicating a significant increase in the adoption of such behaviors (P = 0.009). In the control group, the mean and standard deviation of the scores of adoption of nutrition behaviors changed from 5.451 ± 1.222 to 6.003 ± 1.005, which was not statistically significant (P = 0.351). Also, the mean and standard deviation related to the scores of adoption of walking behavior at the beginning of the study in the intervention group was 8.956 ± 0.261, which changed to 13.457 ± 0.587 after 3 months, indicating a significant increase in the adoption of such behaviors (P < 0.001). In the control group, the mean and standard deviation related to the scores of the adoption of walking behavior changed from 8.848 ± 0.353 to 9.025 ± 0.545, which was not statistically significant (P = 0.211). Prior to the intervention, there was no significant difference between two groups regarding the variables of demographic and background, knowledge, all constructs of the model, HL, and adoption of walking and nutrition behaviors (P > 0.05). After the intervention, the comparison of the two groups showed that there was a significant change in the mean scores of awareness, all constructs of the model, HL, and adoption of preventive behaviors in the intervention group than the control group (P < 0.05). Conclusion The educational intervention based on an HBM integrated with HL was effective and acceptable in correcting and promoting walking and nutrition behaviors to prevent osteoporosis among health volunteers. Therefore, it can be said that the intervention implemented was in line with the developed model used.

scholarly journals Mhealth and Utilization of Health Care Services in Lagos Southwest Nigeria- A Pilot Study

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gbemisola E. Osanyin ◽  
Esther O. Oluwole ◽  
Adesumbo K. Odeseye ◽  
Bosede B. Afolabi
Keyword(s):  
Antenatal Care ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Health Care Services ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Willingness To Participate ◽  
Birth Attendance ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Southwest Nigeria ◽  
Antenatal Attendance

Abstract Background: A third of pregnant women in Nigeria do not attend Antenatal care, hence this quasi-experimental study was carried out within 500 consenting pregnant women within the 5 administrative zones of Lagos to determine the association between Mhealth services and utilization of antenatal and skilled delivery services amongst pregnant women in Lagos, Southwest Nigeria.Methods: Participants were divided into an intervention (who received voice messages) and a control arm (did not receive voice messages). Ownership of a mobile phone and willingness to participate were the selection criteria. Data was collected using a structured interviewer administered questionnaire. Analysis was by descriptive statistics with 95% CI to identify factors associated with antenatal attendance.Results: Total respondents were 488 (response rate 97.6%). One hundred and fifty-nine (63.8%) of the intervention group found the messages useful. Using the WHO 2016 ANC model, women in the intervention group had a significantly higher frequency of antenatal care attendance than the control group (p < 0.0001). There was a statistically significant difference in antenatal attendance between the intervention and the controls (p < 0.0001). There was also a significantly lower likelihood of poorly supervised (unskilled) home deliveries within the intervention arm (p=0.011). Conclusion: Mhealth was associated with an increased antenatal attendance and skilled birth attendance at delivery. This has a significant impact in reducing morbidity and mortality indices.

scholarly journals Efektifitas Pendampingan Minum Tablet Tambah Darah (TTD) Oleh Kader Posyandu terhadap Peningkatan Kadar Hb Ibu Hamil di Puskesmas Kota Palangka Raya

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 82-94
Author(s):  
Seri Wahyuni
Keyword(s):  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Wilcoxon Test ◽  
Control Group ◽  
P Value ◽  
Analysis Technique ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
The Government ◽  
And Control

Anemia is one of the indirect causes of maternal mortality. The Government of Indonesia has made efforts to overcome anemia, including by giving iron tablets to pregnant women. To improve maternal compliance in consuming iron tablet healthcare workers should include family/cadres in the supervision of food and medicine. This study aims to know the effectiveness of accompaniment drinking iron tablet By Cadres Against Increasing Hb Level of Pregnant Women at Puskesmas Kota Palangka Raya. This research is a quasi-experimental design using "nonrandomized control group pretest-posttest design" approach. Sampling technique total sampling is with the number of samples of 62 people divided into 2 groups, 31 intervention groups, and 31 control groups. In the intervention group involving cadres as moderate blood-boosting drink companions in the control group without blood-boosting companions. The analysis technique used for the intervention and control group is using the Wilcoxon test. The result of intervention group statistic test get p-value = 0,000 (

scholarly journals THE EFFECT OF SMILE THERAPY AND EDUCATION IN PREGNANCY ON DECREASING LEVELS OF ANXIETY IN PRIM GRAVID

2019 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Sriyatin S
Keyword(s):  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Control Group Design ◽  
Significance Level ◽  
A Value ◽  
Sample Test ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
Physical Changes ◽  
Therapy Intervention

Anxiety in pregnant women is due to pregnancy physical changes, preparing labor, and caring for children after childbirth. One intervention to overcome anxiety is smile therapy. Smiling is one of the easiest ways to reduce stress and make friendships. Smiling is not only an important nonverbal indicator of happiness but also as a medicine to deal with life's stress. This study aimed to determine the effect of smile therapy on reducing anxiety levels in Prim gravid women aged 4-8 months in the PHC in Cirebon City. This research was a quantitative study using a quasi-experimental design with a nonrandomized Pretest-Posttest Control Group Design. The number of samples in the study was 44 pregnant women. Data were analyzed by paired sample test with a significance level of 5% (0.05). The results showed a value of p = 0.009, there was a difference in anxiety level scores between the intervention group and the control group after smile therapy intervention. The intervention of effective therapy to reduce the anxiety of prim gravid women during pregnancy, there is a needs further application of this therapy to other maternal phases such as labor or post-partumKeywords: Anxiety, pregnancy education, prim gravid, smile therapy

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