knowledge and utilization of partograph in the management of labour among the obstetrics care givers

BACKGROUND TO THE STUDY The partograph is an instrument that can be used for a variety of purposes, including the monitoring of labor (Ogwang, Karyabakabo & Rutebemberwa, 2009:27). The utilization of the partograph is a well-known best practice for quality monitoring of labor and, as a result, the prevention of obstructed and prolonged labor, according […]

PREDICTION OF JOB SATISFACTION AMONG SELECTED NURSES

BACKGROUND TO THE STUDY The nursing profession is the one that employs the most people overall in the healthcare system and has the most one-on-one interactions with patients. As a direct consequence of this, nurses play a significant part in deciding the overall quality of medical care provided by hospitals as well as the outcomes […]

Factors Influencing Epidura Analgesia Acceptance Among Pregnant Women

For labor analgesia, epidural anaesthesia is the preferred and gold standard treatment. However, in our context, this strategy is underutilized. The goal of this study is to analyze pregnant women’s perceptions of this approach for labor analgesia in a Nigerian tertiary hospital setting in order to recommend strategies to improve its use. Goals and Objectives […]

Role of immunization on prevention of disease among children 0-59 months of ages

Role of immunization on prevention of disease among children 0-59 months of ages in Nigeria ABSTRACT Childhood immunization of children between 0-5 years is a cost effective public health strategy. Expanded Programme on immunization (EPI) services have been provided in Sapale local government area of Delta State mainly through the health facilities in the LGA. […]

Assessing family support, clinical predictors and family planning uptake among women of reproductive age

Abstract Background Family planning is a cost-effective strategy for achieving population development. Family planning uptake is low in sub-Saharan Africa, including Nigeria. We assessed the perception, pattern of use, partner support and determinants of uptake of family planning methods among married women of reproductive age in rural communities of Ebonyi state. Methods This is part […]

Assessment of midwives awereness on prenatal diagnosis and management of clubfoot

Assessment of midwives awereness on prenatal diagnosis and management of clubfoot Abstract Background Clubfoot is a treatable abnormality that can be managed with early intervention. However, there is a lack of public knowledge regarding clubfoot, which can delay treatment. This study aimed to assess the public awareness of clubfoot and knowledge regarding the importance of […]

EXTENT OF UTILIZATION AND STRATEGIES FOR ENHANCEMENT OF MATERNAL AND CHILD HEALTHCARE SERVICES UTILIZATION AMONG CHILDBEARING MOTHERS

EXTENT OF UTILIZATION AND STRATEGIES FOR ENHANCEMENT OF MATERNAL AND CHILD HEALTHCARE SERVICES UTILIZATION AMONG CHILDBEARING MOTHERS Abstract The purpose of the study was to determine the extent of utilization and strategies for enhancement of maternal and child health care services utilization among child bearing mothers in Okigwe LGA of Imo State. In order to […]

ATTITUDE OF NURSES AND MIDWIVES TOWARDS DOCUMENTATION AND QUALITY RECORD KEEPING

Attitude Of Nurses And Midwives Towards Documentation And Quality Record Keeping CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION   This chapter presents the background of the study related to the context of Nigeria and Nigeria’s health system, and the quality of patient record-keeping. It outlines the problem statement related to the quality of patient record-keeping, and the aim and […]

UPTAKE OF INTERMITTENT PREVENTIVE THERAPY IN MALARIA AMONG PREGNANT WOMEN IN NIGERIA

UPTAKE OF INTERMITTENT PREVENTIVE THERAPY IN MALARIA AMONG PREGNANT WOMEN IN NIGERIA Introduction In Africa, malaria is highly endemic and is the leading cause of morbidity and mortality. It contributes 4–19% to low birth weight, 3–15% to maternal anemia, and 3–8% to infant deaths, while maternal anemia contributes 7–18% to low birth weight.Chukwu (2020) The […]