scholarly journals Support for mothers and their families after life-threatening illness in pregnancy and childbirth: a qualitative study in primary care

2015 ◽  
Vol 65 (638) ◽  
pp. e563-e569 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lisa Hinton ◽  
Louise Locock ◽  
Marian Knight
Keyword(s):  
Primary Care ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Pregnancy And Childbirth ◽  
Life Threatening Illness ◽  
Life Threatening ◽  
In Pregnancy

Trauma and Posttraumatic Stress Disorder in a Rural Primary Care Population in South Africa

2007 ◽  
Vol 100 (3_suppl) ◽  
pp. 1115-1120 ◽  
Author(s):  
K. Peltzer ◽  
M. J. Seakamela ◽  
L. Manganye ◽  
K. G. Mamiane ◽  
M. S. Motsei ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Primary Care ◽  
Unexpected Death ◽  
Rural Primary Care ◽  
Primary Care Population ◽  
Life Threatening Illness ◽  
Life Threatening ◽  
Primary Care Patients ◽  
Serious Injury ◽  
A Current

The aim of this study was to assess trauma events experienced and PTSD among 250 consecutive rural primary clinic patients (all Black Africans, 24% male and 76% female; M age 31.1 yr., SD = 11.8; range 18–65 years) in South Africa using the Trauma History Questionnaire and the PTSD Checklist-Civilian Version, interview administered. Results indicated that the mean number of traumatic events reported was 3.5 ( SD = 2.9, range = 0–19) and was significantly higher among men ( M = 4.9, SD = 3.5) than women ( M = 3.0, SD = 2.6). Among the most frequently endorsed traumas among men were seeing someone seriously injured or killed (60%), serious accident (43.3%), and seeing dead bodies (43.3%), and among women natural disaster (mostly floods) (51.6%), news of a serious injury, life-threatening illness or unexpected death of someone close (31.1%), and seeing someone seriously injured or killed (30%). A current diagnosis of PTSD was found in 12.4%) of the sample. Trauma incidence figures were high ( M = 3.5) and were comparable with an urban Xhosa primary care population in South Africa ( M = 3.8). A current indicative diagnosis of PTSD of 12.4%) also compares with other studies; 19.9% among urban Xhosa primary care patients and 11.8% among American primary care patients.

scholarly journals A RANDOMIZED TRIAL OF PRIMARY CARE (PC) TO PREVENT LIFE-THREATENING ILLNESS(LTI) IN HIGH RISK INFANTS. ▴ 1540

1996 ◽  
Vol 39 ◽  
pp. 259-259
Author(s):  
R. Sue Broyles ◽  
Jon Tyson ◽  
Elizabeth Heyne ◽  
Roy Heyne ◽  
Jackie Hickman ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Primary Care ◽  
High Risk ◽  
Randomized Trial ◽  
Life Threatening Illness ◽  
Life Threatening ◽  
High Risk Infants

scholarly journals Gestational diabetes mellitus follow-up in Norwegian primary health care: a qualitative study

BJGP Open ◽  
2021 ◽  
pp. BJGPO.2021.0104
Author(s):  
Johanne Holm Toft ◽  
Inger Økland ◽  
Christina Furskog Risa
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Primary Care ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Gestational Diabetes ◽  
Gestational Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Healthy Lifestyle ◽  
Women's Experiences ◽  
Tailored Information ◽  
In Pregnancy

BackgroundWomen with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) have a tenfold increased risk of developing diabetes, and a high risk of recurrent GDM. Endorsing the life-course approach aiming to prevent disease and promote health across generations, the Norwegian GDM guideline recommends follow-up in primary care after delivery, with information on the increased risks, lifestyle counselling, and annual diabetes screening. Few reports exist on Norwegian women’s experiences of GDM follow-up. AimTo elucidate women’s experiences with follow-up of GDM in pregnancy and after delivery, and to explore their attitudes to diabetes risk and motivation for lifestyle changes. Design & settingQualitative study in primary care in the region of Stavanger, Norway. MethodSemi-structured in-depth interviews were conducted 24–30 months after delivery with 14 women aged 28–44 years, with a history of GDM. Data were analysed thematically. ResultsMost women were satisfied with the follow-up during pregnancy; however, only two women were followed-up according to the guideline after delivery. In most encounters with GPs after delivery, GDM was not mentioned. To continue the healthy lifestyle adopted in pregnancy, awareness of future risk was a motivational factor, and the women asked for tailored information on individual risk and improved support. The main themes emerging from the analysis were as follows: stigma and shame; uncertainty; gaining control and finding balance; and a need for support to sustain change. ConclusionWomen experienced a lack of support for GDM in Norwegian primary care after delivery. To maintain a healthy lifestyle, women suggested being given tailored information and improved support.

scholarly journals Experiences, views and needs of first-time fathers in pregnancy related care:  a qualitative study in south-east Nigeria.

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chiemeka Onyeze-Joe ◽  
Isabelle Godin
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Gender Roles ◽  
Male Involvement ◽  
Cost Of Care ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Pregnancy And Childbirth ◽  
Rural And Urban ◽  
First Time ◽  
In Pregnancy

Abstract Background Given the relevance of paternal involvement in maternal care, there is a need to prepare first-time fathers to participate in pregnancy and childbirth actively. This study explores the experiences and needs of first-time fathers; and how these influences their involvement during pregnancy and childbirth in Nigeria. Methods A descriptive qualitative study was conducted. Semi-structured interviews with 50 men recruited from rural and urban workplaces, hospitals, and markets, generated data used to explore the experiences, views and needs of first-time fathers’ in pregnancy-related care in south-east Nigeria. All data were transcribed and analysed using thematic analysis. Results Six major themes were identified: gender roles, antenatal involvement, care costs and delivery choices, need to be informed, dealing with emotions, and dealing with the delivery day. The key finding reveals that inexperience and perceptions of gender roles greatly influenced the support provided by first-time fathers to their spouses and the support they received from their social support networks. Two primary needs were identified: need to be informed and the need to know about the cost of care in health settings. First-time fathers acknowledged the role of information on their decision making and final choices. Conclusion Findings reveal the influence of gender norms, beliefs, and social support on first-time fathers’ involvement in pregnancy and childbirth. This study also highlights the urgent need to provide informational support for first-time fathers and presents insights into what hospitals can do to achieve this need. Keywords: male involvement, first-time fathers, pregnancy, qualitative, Nigeria

scholarly journals Experiences, views and needs of first-time fathers in pregnancy related care:  a qualitative study in south-east Nigeria.

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chiemeka Onyeze-Joe ◽  
Isabelle Godin
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Cultural Beliefs ◽  
Gender Norms ◽  
Male Involvement ◽  
Cost Of Care ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Pregnancy And Childbirth ◽  
First Time ◽  
In Pregnancy

Abstract Background Given the relevance of paternal involvement in maternal care, there is a need to prepare first-time fathers to participate in pregnancy and childbirth actively. This study explores the experiences and needs of first-time fathers and the influence of these on their involvement during pregnancy and childbirth in Nigeria. Methods A descriptive qualitative study was conducted. Semi-structured interviews with 50 men recruited from rural and urban workplaces, hospitals, and markets, generated data used to explore the experiences, views and needs of first-time fathers’ in pregnancy-related care in south-east Nigeria. All data were transcribed and analysed using thematic analysis. Results Six major themes were identified: gender roles, antenatal involvement, care costs and delivery choices, need to be informed, dealing with emotions, and dealing with the delivery day. A key finding was that inexperience, cultural beliefs and perceptions of gender norms greatly influenced the support provided by first-time fathers to their spouses, and the support they received from their social support networks. Two primary needs were identified: need to be informed and the need to know about the cost of care in health settings. First-time fathers acknowledged the role of information on their decision making and final choices. Conclusion Findings reveal the influence of gender norms, beliefs, and social support on first-time fathers’ involvement in pregnancy and childbirth. This study also highlights the urgent need to provide informational support for first-time fathers and presents insights into what hospitals can do to achieve this need. Keywords: male involvement, first-time fathers, pregnancy, qualitative, Nigeria

scholarly journals Experiences, views and needs of first-time fathers in pregnancy related care:  a qualitative study in south-east Nigeria.

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chiemeka Onyeze-Joe ◽  
Isabelle Godin
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Cultural Beliefs ◽  
Gender Norms ◽  
Male Involvement ◽  
Cost Of Care ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Pregnancy And Childbirth ◽  
First Time ◽  
In Pregnancy

Abstract Background Given the relevance of paternal involvement in maternal care, there is a need to prepare first-time fathers to participate in pregnancy and childbirth actively. This study explores the experiences and needs of first-time fathers and the influence of these on their involvement during pregnancy and childbirth in Nigeria. Methods A descriptive qualitative study was conducted. Semi-structured interviews with 50 men recruited from rural and urban workplaces, hospitals, and markets, generated data used to explore the experiences, views and needs of first-time fathers’ in pregnancy-related care in south-east Nigeria. All data were transcribed and analysed using thematic analysis. Results Six major themes were identified: gender roles, antenatal involvement, care costs and delivery choices, need to be informed, dealing with emotions, and dealing with the delivery day. A key finding was that inexperience, cultural beliefs and perceptions of gender norms greatly influenced the support provided by first-time fathers to their spouses, and the support they received from their social support networks. Two primary needs were identified: need to be informed and the need to know about the cost of care in health settings. First-time fathers acknowledged the role of information on their decision making and final choices. Conclusion Findings reveal the influence of gender norms, beliefs, and social support on first-time fathers’ involvement in pregnancy and childbirth. This study also highlights the urgent need to provide informational support for first-time fathers and presents insights into what hospitals can do to achieve this need. Keywords: male involvement, first-time fathers, pregnancy, qualitative, Nigeria

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