scholarly journals Awareness and satisfaction with antenatal care services among pregnant women in Lagos state, Nigeria

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 ◽  
pp. 21-27
Author(s):  
Iyabo Yewande Ademuyiwa ◽  
Rosaline O. Opeke ◽  
Adekunbi Abosesde Farotimi ◽  
Adeolu Ejidokun ◽  
Atinuke O. Olowe ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Antenatal Care ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
World Health ◽  
Care Services ◽  
Validated Questionnaire ◽  
Lagos State ◽  
Ethical Approval ◽  
Health Organization ◽  
High Level

Objectives: Despite the growing interest and efforts by government to make popular use of antenatal care (ANC) services in Nigeria as recommended by the World Health Organization, high level of infant and maternal mortality remains a major public health challenge facing the country. Dissatisfaction toward ANC services among pregnant women may be attributed to low level of awareness. This study assessed the level of awareness and satisfaction of ANC services among pregnant women in Lagos state, Nigeria. Material and Methods: The study adopted a survey research design. A multistage sampling technique was utilized to recruit participants for this study. A validated questionnaire was used for data collection and data were analyzed using both descriptive and inferential statistics. Ethical approval was obtained from Babcock University Health Research Ethics Committee with approval no: BUHREC543/17. Approval was also obtained from health service commission and in the six general hospitals used for the study. Informed consent was taken and respondents were reassured of the privacy and confidentiality of the information obtained. Results: The results showed that most of the respondents (85.6%) were in their reproductive years, that is, ages 23–37. The results showed that the level of awareness had a significant influence on pregnant women’s satisfaction with the services (β = 0.460, F(1,1313) = 351.499, R2 = 0.211, P < 0.05). The level of awareness of ANC services was high (M = 4.31, SD = 1.01) on a scale of 5. Conclusion: The study concluded that awareness of ANC services positively impacts pregnant women’s satisfaction with the services in Lagos state. Efforts should be made to improve the level of awareness of pregnant mothers to achieve greater satisfaction with ANC services in Lagos state.

Utilisation of antenatal care services as determinants of satisfaction and its challenges in Lagos, Nigeria

2020 ◽  
Vol 28 (4) ◽  
pp. 242-250
Author(s):  
Iyabo Yewande Ademuyiwa ◽  
Rosaline Oluremi Opeke ◽  
Titilayo Dorothy Odetola
Keyword(s):  
Antenatal Care ◽  
Maternal Mortality ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
World Health ◽  
African Countries ◽  
Pregnancy And Childbirth ◽  
Care Services ◽  
Validated Questionnaire ◽  
Determinants Of Satisfaction

Despite the growing interest and efforts by government to popularise antenatal care services in Nigeria as recommended by the World Health Organization, high levels of infant and maternal mortality remains a major public health challenge facing the country. Complications of pregnancy and childbirth cause more deaths and disabilities than any other reproductive health problems in African countries, including Nigeria. Antenatal care presents an opportunity for recognition and appropriate intervention for some of the causes of maternal mortality in developing countries. The study investigates the level of utilisation of antenatal care services as determinants of satisfaction and its challenges among pregnant women in Lagos, Nigeria. A multistage sampling technique was used to determine the sample size of 1 500 pregnant women. A validated questionnaire was used for data collection. The Cronbach's alpha reliability coefficients for the tools ranged from 0.94–0.97. Data were analysed using descriptive and inferential (correlation, simple and multiple regression) statistics. The results showed that utilisation of antenatal care services had a significant influence on pregnant women's satisfaction with the services. Long waiting hours in the clinic, income/financial constraints, high cost of services and distance to health centres are the major challenges faced by pregnant women in Lagos.

GAMBARAN PENGETAHUAN IBU HAMIL TENTANG STANDAR PELAYANAN ANTENATAL CARE DI PUSKESMAS BILALANG KOTAMOBAGU

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-7
Author(s):  
St. Rahmawati Hamzah
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Antenatal Care ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Health Center ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
World Health ◽  
Maternal Deaths ◽  
Public Health Center ◽  
Pregnancy And Childbirth ◽  
Health Organization

Background. According to the World Health Organization, it is estimated that every day there are around 830 maternal deaths caused by complications of pregnancy and childbirth. A total of 550 deaths in Africa and 180 deaths occurred in the Asian region, this confirms that many maternal deaths occur in developing countries. Knowledge of pregnant women about Antenatal Care is very important because it will help reduce maternal and infant mortality rates. Objective. The purpose of this study was to describe the knowledge of pregnant women about the standard of Antenatal Care (ANC) services at the Bilalang Public Health Center in Kotamobagu City. Method. This type of research is a descriptive survey with a sample size of 50 respondents. The sampling technique used was accidental sampling. The data were collected using a questionnaire through direct interviews, then the data were analyzed using descriptive percentages. Results. The results showed that the description of the knowledge of pregnant women about Antenatal Care (ANC) services at the Bilalang Public Health Center there were 50% pregnant women who had sufficient knowledge, there were 30% pregnant women in Kotamobagu City who had less knowledge and there were 20% pregnant women who had good knowledge. Conclusion. Based on the results of the study it can be concluded that most of the knowledge of pregnant women about Antenatal Care (ANC) services at the Bilalang Public Health Center in Kotamobagu City is in sufficient category.

scholarly journals Antenatal Service Quality: A Scoping Review

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yayuk Puji Lestari ◽  
◽  
Farida Kartini ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Service Quality ◽  
Antenatal Care ◽  
Scoping Review ◽  
Health Personnel ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
World Health ◽  
Care Services ◽  
Electronic Bibliographic Database ◽  
Health Organization

ABSTRACT Background: Maternal mortality rate (MMR) is an indicator of the success of health development in a country. The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a series of new recommendations to improve the quality of antenatal care to reduce the risk of birth and pregnancy complications and provide a positive pregnancy experience. This study aimed to review the antenatal service quality. Subjects and Method: This was a scoping review using an electronic bibliographic database method. Articles were collected from 5 databases, namely Science Direct, PubMed, EBSCO, Wiley, and ProQuest. This study was carried out systematically from 2009 to 2019. The articles used in this scoping review were described in the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA) flowchart. Results: Based on 10 articles out of 190 articles according to inclusion criteria, the review results showed that the quality of antenatal care was divided into physical examinations and supporting examinations carried out in antenatal care services, suggestions and infrastructure in antenatal care services, and availability of health personnel in antenatal care services. Conclusion: The quality of antenatal care services is strongly influenced by the standard of the equipment used, the standard of examination, facilities and infrastructure and the availability of health personnel. Keywords: quality, antenatal care, scoping review Correspondence: Yayuk Puji Lestari. Universitas ‘Aisyiyah Yogyakarta. Jl. Ringroad Barat No.63, Mlangi Nogotirto, Gamping, Rice Field Area, Nogotirto, Kec. Gamping, Sleman Regency 55592, Yogyakarta Special Region. Email: [email protected]. Mobile : 085349033588. DOI: https://doi.org/10.26911/the7thicph.03.31

scholarly journals Influence of Information Behaviour and Perceived Risks on Substance Use of Undergraduates in Universities in Ogun State, Nigeria

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 47-61
Author(s):  
Ruth Onajite Owolabi ◽  
Adebowale Ifeoluwa Ojo ◽  
Chinyere Nkechi Ikonne
Keyword(s):  
Substance Use ◽  
Significant Influence ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
World Health ◽  
University Management ◽  
Perceived Risks ◽  
Information Behaviour ◽  
Ogun State ◽  
Validated Questionnaire ◽  
Health Organization

This study investigated the influence of information behaviour and perceived risks on substance use among undergraduates in universities in Ogun State, Nigeria.The study adopted survey research design. The population comprised 82,809 undergraduates in 14 approved private, state and federal universities in Ogun State, Nigeria. Krejcie and Morgan table was used to determine the sample size of 1,513 undergraduates. A two-stage random sampling technique was used to select the respondents. A validated questionnaire was used for data collection. The Cronbach‟s alpha reliability coefficients for the constructs ranged from 0.89 to 0.99. The response rate of 93.9% was achieved. Data were analysed using descriptive and inferential (multiple regression) statistics. Findings showed that information behaviour and perceived risks had no combined significant influence on substance use among undergraduates (Adj R2 = -.001, F(2, 1417)= .627, p>0.05). Additionally, among other findings, it was discovered that information behaviour had a significant influence on substance use among the undergraduates (R2= .022, β = .149, t(1,414)= 6.420, p<0.05 The study concluded that information behaviour and perceived risks did not jointly influence substance use. However, both information behaviour and perceived risks, on individual basis influenced substance use. The study recommended that university management and stakeholders should intensify efforts to increase awareness programs to eradicate substance use on university campuses. Intervention from World Health Organization.

scholarly journals Prevalence and factors associated with late antenatal care visit among pregnant women in Lushoto, Tanzania

2017 ◽  
Vol 19 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Flora Njiku ◽  
Herman Wella ◽  
Adellah Sariah ◽  
Joyce Protas
Keyword(s):  
Antenatal Care ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Health Care Services ◽  
First Trimester ◽  
Antenatal Clinic ◽  
World Health ◽  
P Value ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Care Services

Background: Adequate utilization of antenatal health care services is associated with improved maternal and neonatal health outcomes. The World Health Organization recommends pregnant women to attend antenatal care services as early as in the first trimester. However, many women due to various reasons fail to meet the recommendations. The objective of this study was to determine the prevalence and factors associated with late antenatal booking among pregnant women in Lushoto district of north-eastern Tanzania.Methods: This hospital based cross sectional study involved pregnant women and was conducted in August-September 2015. A standardized questionnaire was used to obtain participants demographic characteristics and obstetrics history. Data analysis was done using (SPSS) and relationship between outcome variables and exposure variable was done using Chi-square test. Multivariate logistic regression was used to measure the association.Results: A total of 240 participants were involved in the study.  Out of these, 169 (70.4%) participants booked late for antenatal care (ANC) services. Delayed booking was mainly associated with not being married (AOR=3.08; 95%CI 1.149-8.275; P value=0.025) and unemployment (AOR=4.28; 95% CI 2.11-8.679; p-value=0.000)Conclusion:  Late first antenatal clinic visit was high in Lushoto, and was highly associated with unmarried and unemployment status. Therefore, provision of continuous health education and community sensitization on the importance of timely seeking ANC services should be strengthened.

scholarly journals Hubungan pendidikan ibu hamil terhadap persepsi mutu pelayanan pada kunjungan pelayanan antenatal care

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 123
Author(s):  
Umi Khasanah
Keyword(s):  
Service Quality ◽  
Antenatal Care ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Health Center ◽  
Care Service ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
P Value ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Level Of Education ◽  
Care Services

Integrated Antenatal Care is a comprehensive and quality antenatal service for all pregnant women provided by trained and professional medical personnel. Providing quality services and services needed by pregnant women will make the perception of pregnant women about Antenatal Care services better. The purpose of this study was to analyze the relationship of education of pregnant women to the perception of service quality at Antenatal Care service visits in the Surakarta Region Health Center. This quantitative research method uses a cross-sectional approach with an accidental sampling technique in sampling so that as many as 108 respondents obtained then the data analysis uses chi-square. The results of this study most of the highly educated pregnant women expressed a good perception about the quality of Antenatal Care Services in the Surakarta Region Health Center. The conclusion of the study is that there is a relationship between the level of education of pregnant women with the perception of service quality at Antenatal Care visits with a p-value of 0.027. The p-value is smaller than 0.05 (0.027 <0.05). Improving the level of education in the community needs to be done so that pregnant women are more understanding and critical about services provided during Antenatal Care visits.

scholarly journals Analisa Stressor Pada Ibu Hamil Primipara Terhadap Proses Persalinan

2019 ◽  
Vol 2 (3) ◽  
pp. 86
Author(s):  
Reki Afrino
Keyword(s):  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Community Health ◽  
Health Center ◽  
Social Factors ◽  
Community Health Center ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
World Health ◽  
Descriptive Phenomenology ◽  
Health Organization ◽  
Internal And External Factors

<p><em>According World Health Organization (WHO) data, maternal mortality is high. Every day, around 800 women die because of pregnancy complications childbirth in the world. Based on data Health Service in 2018 in Guguk Panjang Community Health Center, there were 647 pregnant women in Guguk Panjang Community Health Center, Bukittinggi. Therefore, this study aimed to determine The Analysis of Stressor Primipara Pregnant Women toward the Delivery Process in Guguk Panjang Community Health Center Bukittinggi.The type of this research was qualitative with descriptive phenomenology approach. It was conducted on April-May 2019. By using purposive sampling technique, 7 respondents had been chosen as the samples. The data were collected through in-depth interviews.The results of this research showed that there were three schemes gotten. First, the causes stress because internal and external factors. Then, the influences of stress because the roles of psychological and social factors. Last, there were three ways to reduce stress due to support from social factors and activities from relaxation and spiritual. In short, it can be concluded that the causes of stress, the effect of stress and how to reduce stress of primipara to prevent the inhibition of labor. Therefore, it is expected that midwives improve health promotion activities to prevent stressors in labor.</em></p><p><em> </em></p><p><strong><em>Keywords               : </em></strong><em>Stressor, Primipara, Labor Experience</em></p>

scholarly journals First and second trimester ultrasound in pregnancy: A systematic review and metasynthesis of the views and experiences of pregnant women, partners, and health workers

PLoS ONE ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (12) ◽  
pp. e0261096
Author(s):  
Gill Moncrieff ◽  
Kenneth Finlayson ◽  
Sarah Cordey ◽  
Rebekah McCrimmon ◽  
Catherine Harris ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Antenatal Care ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Health Workers ◽  
World Health ◽  
Provider Attitudes ◽  
Visual Technology ◽  
Positive Attitudes ◽  
Women Partners ◽  
Health Organization

Background The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends one ultrasound scan before 24 weeks gestation as part of routine antenatal care (WHO 2016). We explored influences on provision and uptake through views and experiences of pregnant women, partners, and health workers. Methods We undertook a systematic review (PROSPERO CRD42021230926). We derived summaries of findings and overarching themes using metasynthesis methods. We searched MEDLINE, CINAHL, PsycINFO, SocIndex, LILACS, and AIM (Nov 25th 2020) for qualitative studies reporting views and experiences of routine ultrasound provision to 24 weeks gestation, with no language or date restriction. After quality assessment, data were logged and analysed in Excel. We assessed confidence in the findings using Grade-CERQual. Findings From 7076 hits, we included 80 papers (1994–2020, 23 countries, 16 LICs/MICs, over 1500 participants). We identified 17 review findings, (moderate or high confidence: 14/17), and four themes: sociocultural influences and expectations; the power of visual technology; joy and devastation: consequences of ultrasound findings; the significance of relationship in the ultrasound encounter. Providing or receiving ultrasound was positive for most, reportedly increasing parental-fetal engagement. However, abnormal findings were often shocking. Some reported changing future reproductive decisions after equivocal results, even when the eventual diagnosis was positive. Attitudes and behaviours of sonographers influenced service user experience. Ultrasound providers expressed concern about making mistakes, recognising their need for education, training, and adequate time with women. Ultrasound sex determination influenced female feticide in some contexts, in others, termination was not socially acceptable. Overuse was noted to reduce clinical antenatal skills as well as the use and uptake of other forms of antenatal care. These factors influenced utility and equity of ultrasound in some settings. Conclusion Though antenatal ultrasound was largely seen as positive, long-term adverse psychological and reproductive consequences were reported for some. Gender inequity may be reinforced by female feticide following ultrasound in some contexts. Provider attitudes and behaviours, time to engage fully with service users, social norms, access to follow up, and the potential for overuse all need to be considered.

Social support and satisfaction with antenatal care services among pregnant women in Lagos State, Nigeria

2020 ◽  
Vol 14 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-10
Author(s):  
Iyabo Yewande Ademuyiwa ◽  
Adekunbi Abosede Farotimi ◽  
Eunice Abimbola Ojo
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Antenatal Care ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Average Score ◽  
Point Scale ◽  
Critical Determinant ◽  
Care Services ◽  
Level Of Satisfaction ◽  
Lagos State ◽  
Very High

Background/Aims Maternal and infant mortality remains a major public health challenge in Nigeria. Provision of cognitive support through effective communication with women about their condition or the care required is a critical determinant of satisfaction with maternal care. Effective antenatal care is important in reducing the maternal mortality rate. This study aimed to assess social support and satisfaction with antenatal care services among pregnant women, to improve antenatal care services and birth outcomes. Methods This study used a survey research design where 1316 questionnaires were completed by pregnant women across six general hospitals in Lagos State, Nigeria. Participants rated their social support when deciding to use antenatal care services and their satisfaction with these services. Regression analysis was used to determine the association between social support and satisfaction with antenatal care services. Results The degree of social support received by pregnant women was very high (average score of 3.51 on a 4-point scale). The level of satisfaction with antenatal care services was also very high (average score of 4.32 on a 5-point scale). Linear regression showed that social support has a significant influence on pregnant women's satisfaction with antenatal care services in Lagos State (r=0.307, P<0.000). Conclusion The degree of social support was a significant determinant of satisfaction with antenatal care services. It is therefore recommended that social support for women to attend these services is encouraged.

scholarly journals The Study of Mental Health and Marital Adjustment of Single and Dual Employee Married Couples

2016 ◽  
Vol 3 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Gaikwad Santosh Bhikaji ◽  
Dr. Khalane Shashikant Hari
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Marital Adjustment ◽  
Married Couple ◽  
Pearson Correlation ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Married Couples ◽  
World Health ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Health Organization ◽  
High Level

Aim: According to the world health organization, health means the person is not only free from any physical and psychological illness but (s)he should be fit socially too as well as no health without mental health. The present study aimed to investigate the level and difference of mental health and marital adjustment among single and dual employee married couples. Methods: This study was done on 300 married couples (150 single and 150 dual employees) through random sampling technique. Mithila Mental Health Status Inventory and Marriage Adjustment Inventory were used to collect data. Data were analyzed by using Mean, S.D, t-test and Pearson Correlation. Results: Result proves it no significant difference on mental health’s areas of egocentrism, alienation, and emotional un-stability but a significant difference in expression and social nonconformity, among single and dual employee married couples. Single employee married couple would have better marital adjustment than dual employee married couple. High-level positive correlation between mental health and marital adjustment among single and double employee married couples.

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