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The Impact Of Spanish Language Training For Labor And Delivery Nurses On Postpartum Depression Incidence Among Hispanic Women, Leilani Gutierrez

Nursing | Senior Theses

Postpartum depression and anxiety are experienced by 70-80% of new mothers, and the likelihood is twice as high for Hispanic women compared to caucasian women. Supportive techniques to help monolingual mothers in labor are lacking. A translator's assistance on the hospital floor, such as a video call from an iPad, is often impersonal and lacks the supportive atmosphere that women preparing to give birth need. The primary objective of this study is to explore the potential benefits of providing Spanish-speaking courses to labor and delivery nurses, particularly in cultivating a nurturing and supportive atmosphere for Hispanic mothers during childbirth. By …

Preventing Postpartum Complications Using A Home Visitation Model Of Care, Jenna Ingram

Nursing | Senior Theses

Background

The United States is currently facing a health crisis among the maternal postpartum population. As stated by The Commonwealth Fund in a study released in 2020, “In 2018, there were 17 maternal deaths for every 100,000 live births in the U.S. – a ratio more than double of most other high-income countries” (Roosa, 2020). Most often, mothers with uncomplicated pregnancies and births are discharged soon after the delivery of their new baby. In most outpatient settings, providers do not expect a follow up appointment for the mother until roughly three to six weeks after discharge. During this transition period …

Comparing The Effectiveness Of Methods Meant To Reduce Perineal Laceration Rates, Danielle E Horovitz

Nursing | Senior Theses

Background

Perineal lacerations are a common occurrence in childbirth- with tears occurring in 53-79% of women. Trauma to the perineum is classified into 4 categories, with each class increasing in severity. Severe perineal lacerations have long term consequences for the women who experience them.

Objectives

To compare the effectiveness of methods which aim to reduce the rate and severity of perineal lacerations, including: hands on vs hands off technique, slow and controlled birth, use of lubrication, perineal massage, etc.

Summary of Findings

The literature review suggests that it is critical to employ methods to reduce laceration incidence and severity as …