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Midwifery Communication for Childbirth: A Practical Approach
Abstract During labor and birth, inadvertent negative suggestions from care givers and support people are common and may lead to negative experiences known as nocebo effects. Counteracting nocebo effects with the use of effective communication techniques can reduce distress, enhance birth experiences, and improve health outcomes.
Julie‐Anne Fleet +3 more
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Introduction This systematic review compared the effects of physiologic care or expectant management during the third stage of labor with oxytocin prophylaxis in preventing postpartum hemorrhage following physiologic birth. Methods We searched MEDLINE, Embase, CINAHL, Web of Science, and Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials (to December 15 ...
Vanessa Hébert +4 more
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Intermittent Auscultation for Intrapartum Fetal Heart Rate Surveillance
Abstract Fetal heart rate surveillance is a standard component of intrapartum care. The fetal heart rate can be evaluated using intermittent auscultation or electronic fetal monitoring. Research that has compared these 2 strategies found them to be equivalent with respect to long‐term neonatal outcomes.
Kristen Ostrem‐Niemcewicz +2 more
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Reflections and Projections: The Next 50 Years of Priorities in Nursing Education
Journal of Advanced Nursing, EarlyView.
Fiona Timmins
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Introduction Hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP) are a leading cause of preventable maternal morbidity and mortality in the United States. Because blood pressure (BP) often peaks after hospital discharge, clinical guidelines recommend BP evaluation within 7 to 10 days postpartum. Yet fewer than half of postpartum individuals with HDP receive this
Jill C. Doyle +2 more
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Introduction In response to disproportionately high rates of maternal mortality and morbidity, many Black people in the United States have sought alternative birthing options outside of hospitals, including home births and community birth centers. Leaders in Black perinatal health care are increasingly advocating for investments in systems that better ...
Kaytura Felix +4 more
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Introduction Maternal and neonatal mortality rates in Nepal remain high, reflecting persistent gaps in the quality of maternal and newborn care. To address this issue, a national midwifery education program was initiated in 2016. This study assessed Nepal's preservice midwifery curricula against global standards and competencies defined by the ...
Khim Bahadur Khadka +9 more
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Introduction Hands‐on clinical education is essential to midwifery training, yet the US system relies heavily on informal networks of clinical preceptors. Challenges in securing placements may affect students’ preparedness and satisfaction with training, but empirical data are limited.
Laura D. Lindberg +3 more
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Reimagining Perinatal Care in Alabama Through Innovative Partnerships
Abstract Childbearing families in the United States, especially in rural communities, face inconsistent access to high‐quality maternity care, with many experiencing sparse and fragmented services. In response to long‐standing disparities in Alabama, we created the Women and Children Health Initiative (WACHI), a coordinated hub that advances midwifery ...
Allison Shorten +5 more
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Consequences and Coping Strategies Following Exposure to Obstetric Violence Among Maternity Healthcare Professionals. [PDF]
Sharon D, Alnabilsy R.
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