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National Skills Training Centre In India, Manju Chhugani, Ashin Merlin 2015 Jamia Hamdard, India

National Skills Training Centre In India, Manju Chhugani, Ashin Merlin

Journal of Asian Midwives (JAM)

A key determinant which can ensure the quality of healthcare in public health institutions is the skill set of the individuals providing service delivery. Health professionals possess the skills and the expertise in this respect; however, they fail to utilize these optimally. This is because there is a disconnect between their knowledge and practice, it is now imperative tobridge the gap between basic education and clinical practice. The creation of skill labs is one way in which this gap can be addressed. Though India has seen a decline inboth the Maternal and Infant Mortality Rates, significant changes are yet to …


Factors Affecting The Midwifery-Led Service Provider Model In Pakistan, Surriya Shahnaz, Rafat Jan, Arusa Lakhani, Rozina Sikandar 2015 College of Nursing, Nishtar Hospital, Pakistan

Factors Affecting The Midwifery-Led Service Provider Model In Pakistan, Surriya Shahnaz, Rafat Jan, Arusa Lakhani, Rozina Sikandar

Journal of Asian Midwives (JAM)

Background: Pakistan has a high rate of maternal and infant mortality, and a shortage of skilled birth attendants (SBAs). Many efforts have been made through the health sector and the international agencies to resolve the problem of both a high Infant Mortality Rate (IMR) and Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR), but the desired outcomes have not been achieved so far. Literature shows that midwifery plays a significant role in the reduction of MMR and IMR in other parts of the world, and the implementation of a Midwifery-led Service Provider Model could help reduce these rates in Pakistan. This study aims to …


To Achieve Safe And Respectful Maternity Care In Tertiary Level Hospitals In Nepal, Relatives Are A Valued Addition To The Provision Of Maternity Care, Sabitri Sapkota, Jamuna T. Sayami, Maiya Manadhar, Kerstin Erlandsson 2015 Sunaulo Parivar, Nepal

To Achieve Safe And Respectful Maternity Care In Tertiary Level Hospitals In Nepal, Relatives Are A Valued Addition To The Provision Of Maternity Care, Sabitri Sapkota, Jamuna T. Sayami, Maiya Manadhar, Kerstin Erlandsson

Journal of Asian Midwives (JAM)

Introduction: The White Ribbon Alliance for safe motherhood believes respectful maternity care is the universal right of every childbearing woman.
Methods: NHRC in 2012 approved an inquiry of respectful care at facility-based childbirth. Individual-, focus group interviews and content analysis was used for gathering and analysis of data.
Findings: The participating women and the SBAs shared similar views, and this was that together the SBAs and relatives ensured the women remained within the comfort and safety zone when giving birth in a tertiary level maternity unit.
Conclusion: The SBAs strategy of having relatives provides basic care alongside the provision of …


Community Based Skilled Birth Attendants Programme In Bangladesh; Intervention Towards Improving Maternal Health, Sabera Turkmani, Fatima Gohar 2015 Afghan Midwives Association

Community Based Skilled Birth Attendants Programme In Bangladesh; Intervention Towards Improving Maternal Health, Sabera Turkmani, Fatima Gohar

Journal of Asian Midwives (JAM)

Aim: To review the strength and weakness of a community based skilled birth attendant (CSBA) program in Bangladesh.
Specific Objective: To explore perceptions of the providers, decision makers and community regarding newly trained community based skilled birth attendants.
To understand challenges, gaps and obstacles and recommend potential solutions for programme improvement.
Design: A descriptive study, using a qualitative approach was chosen to elicit the views and experiences of different stakeholders and the beneficiaries of the program was undertaken. The study intended to enhance understanding on gaps and challenges during program implementation by getting insight into different views. The data were …


Is “Empowerment” A Trickle-Down Effect Of The Afghanistan Midwifery Education Program?, Fatima Gohar, Pashtoon A. Zyaee, Sabera Turkmani 2015 Afghan Midwives Association

Is “Empowerment” A Trickle-Down Effect Of The Afghanistan Midwifery Education Program?, Fatima Gohar, Pashtoon A. Zyaee, Sabera Turkmani

Journal of Asian Midwives (JAM)

Introduction: The patriarchal Afghan society has thousands of years of history. For most parts it has been governed by its tribal systems. The society has systematically evolved with its thousands of years old tradition, which has resulted in the subjugation of women. Although it is widely assumed that the midwifery education program (MEP) has contributed to female empowerment, no formal investigation has been carried out that explores the actual impact of MEP on the status of women midwifery graduates. Therefore, this study systematically explores the trickle down effects of MEP on women’s empowerment.
Methodology:
Design: Exploratory qualitative study
Study sites: …


News & Events, 2015 Aga Khan University

News & Events

Journal of Asian Midwives (JAM)

No abstract provided.


Jam Carries On To Serve Midwives And The Midwifery Profession, Rafat Jan 2015 Aga Khan University

Jam Carries On To Serve Midwives And The Midwifery Profession, Rafat Jan

Journal of Asian Midwives (JAM)

No abstract provided.


Development And Reliability Testing Of A Survey: Measuring Trusting And Deference Behaviors In Microethical Nursing Practice, Lorretta Krautscheid, Justin Britton, Carol Craig 2015 George Fox University

Development And Reliability Testing Of A Survey: Measuring Trusting And Deference Behaviors In Microethical Nursing Practice, Lorretta Krautscheid, Justin Britton, Carol Craig

Faculty Publications - College of Nursing

Novice post-licensure nurses are frequently exposed to microethical nursing practice problems during their first 24 months of formative practice. Often, novice nurses trust the advice of experienced nurse coworkers, deferring to such advice even when they know the advice contradicts evidence-based practice. This study revealed the prevalence of deference behaviors and associated rationale. Study findings emphasize the importance of incorporating conflict management, effective communication techniques, ethical frameworks, and EBP standards within pre- and post-licensure education.


Parents Knowledge Of Child Passenger Safety Laws And Use Of Safety Restraints, Tracy Bell 2015 Gardner-Webb University

Parents Knowledge Of Child Passenger Safety Laws And Use Of Safety Restraints, Tracy Bell

Nursing Theses and Capstone Projects

The purpose of this study was to determine if there was an association between the parent’s knowledge of child passenger safety laws and the use of child passenger safety restraints. A review of current literature demonstrates barriers to incorrect use of child passenger safety seats. The literature demonstrated that multiple factors that are involved in inappropriate use of child passenger safety seats. The research was guided by Nola Pender’s framework for Health Promotion Model. The study was comprised of a convenience sample of 34 parents and caregivers from a child development center. Data was collected using the Child Passenger Safety …


The Impact Of Self-Care Education On Heart Failure Patients With A High Risk For Readmission, Neil Williams II 2015 Gardner-Webb University

The Impact Of Self-Care Education On Heart Failure Patients With A High Risk For Readmission, Neil Williams Ii

Nursing Theses and Capstone Projects

The purpose of this Capstone Project study was to answer the question: Does self-care education improve knowledge and decrease 30 day readmission rates in a class of heart failure patients that are at high risk for exacerbation? The study used a randomized control design with a pre-test/post-test. A convenience sample of 50 African Americans diagnosed with heart failure were entered; control group (n=25) and experimental group (n=25). Both groups received the Heart failure Pre/Post Test developed by the researcher during the initial interview and four weeks post discharge. The experimental group received a phone call weekly over the four weeks …


Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy In A Sample Of Wic Participants, Sarah Rowe 2015 Gardner-Webb University

Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy In A Sample Of Wic Participants, Sarah Rowe

Nursing Theses and Capstone Projects

Breastfeeding is recognized as the gold standard for infant nutrition. Women enrolled in the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) give birth to over half of the infants born in the US and over 50% of manufactured formula is sold to WIC participants. The aim of this study was to determine the breastfeeding self-efficacy score and to evaluate if there was a relationship between breastfeeding self-efficacy scores and initiation and duration of breastfeeding in a sample of women enrolled in a WIC program. A total of 33 subjects were included in this study. Findings indicated women …


Attitudes Towards An Evidence-Based Clinical Decision Support Tool To Reduce Exposure To Ionizing Radiation, Raymond Zakhari 2015 Liberty University

Attitudes Towards An Evidence-Based Clinical Decision Support Tool To Reduce Exposure To Ionizing Radiation, Raymond Zakhari

Faculty Publications and Presentations

Patients who suffer minor brain injuries experience unnecessary ionizing radiation in the form of a non-contrast head CT scan despite the dearth of evidence supporting standard CT scans for all brain injuries. Exposure to ionizing radiation increases the incidence of certain types of cancer. This evidence-based practice change project assesses the attitude of clinicians towards evidence-based clinical decision support tools, specifically the Canadian CT head rule. The use of highly sensitive clinical decision support tools is supported in the literature to help healthcare providers mitigate the risk associated with unnecessary use of CT scan imaging studies. The project was conducted …


The Effects Of Certified Nurse Assistants’ Socialization, Onboarding, And Turnover, Dorothy Henry 2015 College of Social and Behavior Sciences

The Effects Of Certified Nurse Assistants’ Socialization, Onboarding, And Turnover, Dorothy Henry

2010-2016 Archived Posters

Drawing from social identity theory, this study investigated certified nurse assistant’s perceived belongingness, attachment to their organizations, and intentions to leave their jobs. Healthcare reform was the public policy guiding this study. Our findings indicated affective commitment to the organization partially mediated the relationship between organizational identification and turnover intentions.


A Grounded Theory Study Of How Parents Made The Decision About Residential Group Home Placement For Their Adult Child With Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities, Laura A. Prager PhD, MSN, RN, CDDN, CDCP 2015 Long Island University

A Grounded Theory Study Of How Parents Made The Decision About Residential Group Home Placement For Their Adult Child With Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities, Laura A. Prager Phd, Msn, Rn, Cddn, Cdcp

Faculty of Nursing Publications

Abstract Background: The parent caregivers of a child with an Intellectual Disability/Developmental Disability (ID/DD) face lifelong challenges that may at some point involve the decision about residential group home placement of the adult child. In the course of the child’s lifetime, the parents who have provided care may need to consider a safe alternative. The decision about residential group home placement of the adult child can be the result of numerous factors. Objective: The purpose of this qualitative inquiry was to investigate the phenomenon of how the parent caregivers made the decision for residential group home placement for their adult …


Cultural Competency At The Bedside: Developing A Plan Of Care For Limited English Proficiency Patient Populations, Jenna Czech 2015 CentraCare Health

Cultural Competency At The Bedside: Developing A Plan Of Care For Limited English Proficiency Patient Populations, Jenna Czech

Nursing Posters

To improve nursing skills and competency in caring for culturally diverse and limited English proficiency patient populations.


Creating Successful Mentoring Relationships, Mary Leyk, Colleen Porwoll 2015 CentraCare Health

Creating Successful Mentoring Relationships, Mary Leyk, Colleen Porwoll

Nursing Posters

Literature suggests that a formal mentoring program increases nursing engagement and retention. Objective: Develop a nurse mentor program to enhance new nurse satisfaction and retention.


Developing Cultural Competence, Patricia Blonigen-Heinen, Roberta Basol 2015 CentraCare Health

Developing Cultural Competence, Patricia Blonigen-Heinen, Roberta Basol

Nursing Posters

Caring for patients from many cultures is an important part of health care today. Why learn about cultural competencies? Because developing cultural competencies benefits everyone. You can: help patients receive more effective care; help your facility meet standards of The Joint Commission; and improve your job performance.


Evidence To Measure And Implement Patient Satisfaction In Fbc Patients, Meredith Wells 2015 CentraCare Health

Evidence To Measure And Implement Patient Satisfaction In Fbc Patients, Meredith Wells

Nursing Posters

Purpose Statement: The purpose of this project is to increase Family Birthing Center patient Press Ganey satisfaction scores by focusing on communication with nurses, implementing communication guidelines and nurse accountability for compliance.


Evidence To Support Standardized End Of Life Care Utilizing Evidence-Based Training, Education, And Protocol/Order Sets, Sara S. Revier 2015 CentraCare Health - St Cloud Hospital

Evidence To Support Standardized End Of Life Care Utilizing Evidence-Based Training, Education, And Protocol/Order Sets, Sara S. Revier

Nursing Posters

Purpose Statement: Develop and implement evidence based standardized end of life care through education, case identification, and care delivery tools for adult med/surgical patients transitioned to comfort care as compared to current, non-standardized care for patients transitioned to comfort care.


Heart Failure And Depression: Reducing Readmission Rates, Janelle Maciej 2015 CentraCare Health

Heart Failure And Depression: Reducing Readmission Rates, Janelle Maciej

Nursing Posters

Purpose Statement: Reduce heart failure readmissions through implementation of a depression assessment in the acute care setting.


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