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What Impact Does The Ability To Access Healthcare Have On Maternal Outcomes In Africa?, Helena Harris
What Impact Does The Ability To Access Healthcare Have On Maternal Outcomes In Africa?, Helena Harris
Nursing | Senior Theses
Background: Maternal mortality rates reflect health inequities in access to obstetric care in some parts of the world including many African countries. Geographical barriers and limited number of skilled human resources have put women in rural areas at a significantly higher risk of maternal mortality.
Research Question: What impact does the ability to access healthcare have on maternal outcomes in African rural areas compared to urban cities?
Methods: A literature review was performed of credible databases. Six articles were reviewed extensively highlighting the purpose, strengths, and limitations of each study. Refer to Appendix A for the literature review table.
Findings: …