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View article: A Systematic Review of Management of Cramping Pain in Patients with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
A Systematic Review of Management of Cramping Pain in Patients with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Open
Introduction: Pain, particularly cramping, in people living with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is often underrecognized and under-treated. Despite affecting over 70% of people living with ALS (plwALS), cramping pain remains inadequat…
View article: Evaluation of a cross cultural peer-support program to develop midwifery leadership: A multimethod study
Evaluation of a cross cultural peer-support program to develop midwifery leadership: A multimethod study Open
The Buddy Program could be a model applied across other countries to build the capacity of midwives.
View article: Naturopaths' engagement with preconception and perinatal care: A secondary analysis of the practitioner research collaboration and initiative
Naturopaths' engagement with preconception and perinatal care: A secondary analysis of the practitioner research collaboration and initiative Open
Objectives: Naturopaths provide care to patients across all life stages and are visited by some members of their community for assistance with preconception, fertility, pregnancy and postnatal care. This study aims to describe the practice…
View article: 1601 PUBLIC AND PATIENT INVOLVEMENT AND ENGAGEMENT (PPIE) OF OLDER PATIENTS IN CODESIGN OF RESEARCH INTO PERIOPERATIVE SERVICES
1601 PUBLIC AND PATIENT INVOLVEMENT AND ENGAGEMENT (PPIE) OF OLDER PATIENTS IN CODESIGN OF RESEARCH INTO PERIOPERATIVE SERVICES Open
Introduction Patient and public involvement and engagement (PPIE) is essential to delivering patient centred, quality research. Older adults constitute an increasing proportion of the surgical population but are unintentionally excluded fr…
The PNG Midwifery Leadership Buddy Program: An evaluation Open
Problem: Papua New Guinea (PNG) has a high rate of preventable maternal and neonatal deaths. Background: Developing midwifery leadership is vital to addressing the current deficits in health outcomes for women and their babies. The PNG Mid…
View article: An organisational approach to building research capacity among nurses, midwives and allied health professionals (NMAHPs) in clinical practice
An organisational approach to building research capacity among nurses, midwives and allied health professionals (NMAHPs) in clinical practice Open
Background: As nurses, midwives and allied health professionals deliver the majority of direct patient care, they are well placed to lead research and generate evidence to inform practice. Aims: To consider how best to implement the findin…
View article: Factors that Promote a Positive Childbearing Experience: A Qualitative Study
Factors that Promote a Positive Childbearing Experience: A Qualitative Study Open
Introduction Experiences of pregnancy and birth are important and have long‐term impacts on the well‐being of women and their families. Perinatal services should aim for care that promotes a positive childbearing experience, as well as opt…
View article: Embedding research (ER) led by nurses, midwives and allied health professionals (NMAHPs): the NMAHP-ER model
Embedding research (ER) led by nurses, midwives and allied health professionals (NMAHPs): the NMAHP-ER model Open
Background Previous embedded researcher models have focused predominantly on an individual being a temporary team member and embedded for a project-limited short-term placement. Aim To develop an innovative research capacity building model…
View article: Exclusive breastfeeding continuation and associated factors among employed women in North Ethiopia: A cross-sectional study
Exclusive breastfeeding continuation and associated factors among employed women in North Ethiopia: A cross-sectional study Open
Background Exclusive Breastfeeding (EBF) can prevent up to 13% of under-five mortality in developing countries. In Sub-Saharan Africa the rate of EBF at six months remains very low at 36%. Different types of factors such as maternal, famil…
View article: “I Would Have Stayed Home if I Could Manage It Alone”: A Case Study of Ethiopian Mother Abandoned by Care Providers During Facility-Based Childbirth
“I Would Have Stayed Home if I Could Manage It Alone”: A Case Study of Ethiopian Mother Abandoned by Care Providers During Facility-Based Childbirth Open
This woman's story highlights the unfortunate reality for some women. Five themes emerged from her narrative: denial of care: the provider left her unattended at a critical moment and denied her the care that she came for; non-consented ca…
View article: Attitudes and experiences of employed women when combining exclusive breastfeeding and work: A qualitative study among office workers in Northern Ethiopia
Attitudes and experiences of employed women when combining exclusive breastfeeding and work: A qualitative study among office workers in Northern Ethiopia Open
Evidence from different countries shows that the level of support given to mothers who return to paid employment can significantly determine the duration of exclusive breastfeeding (EBF). However, little is known about how returning to wor…
View article: Disrespect and abuse during facility‐based childbirth in central Ethiopia
Disrespect and abuse during facility‐based childbirth in central Ethiopia Open
Hospital birth showed consistent association with all forms of disrespect and abuse. Expanding the size and skill mix of professionals in the hospitals, sensitizing providers consequences of disrespect and abuse could promote dignified and…
View article: Disrespect and Abuse During Facility‐Based Childbirth in North Showa Zone, Ethiopia
Disrespect and Abuse During Facility‐Based Childbirth in North Showa Zone, Ethiopia Open
Background: Respectful maternity care is a fundamental human right, and an important component of quality maternity care that every childbearing woman should receive. Disrespect and abuse during childbirth is not only a violation of a wome…
View article: Maternal mental health and partner delivered massage: a pilot study
Maternal mental health and partner delivered massage: a pilot study Open
Background Mental health problems place a significant burden on the health system and are an important public health issue. Many pregnant women experience anxiety and depression, which can negatively impact health outcomes for both mother …
View article: Evolving healthcare; nurses’ attitudes towards complementary therapies
Evolving healthcare; nurses’ attitudes towards complementary therapies Open
Background Integration of complementary therapies alongside conventional medical treatment is common and affects health behaviour and outcomes. Nurses frequently interact with patients and their attitudes to these therapies may play a sign…
View article: Midwifery leadership, advocacy and action to improve maternal health in PNG
Midwifery leadership, advocacy and action to improve maternal health in PNG Open
Background The SDG target for maternal mortality is less than 70 per 100,000 live births; in Papua New Guinea, it is estimated to be 145. PNG will require significant resources and strong leadership to meet the 2030 target. The PNG Midwife…
View article: ‘I would have stayed home if I could manage it alone’; testimony of an Ethiopian mother abandoned by care providers during facility based childbirth: a case report
‘I would have stayed home if I could manage it alone’; testimony of an Ethiopian mother abandoned by care providers during facility based childbirth: a case report Open
Background: Every woman is entitled to respectful care during pregnancy and childbirth as a basic human right. However, not all women are being treated equally well. Case presentation: This case study highlights some of the common disrespe…
View article: <p>Work-Related Factors Affecting Exclusive Breastfeeding Among Employed Women in Ethiopia: Managers’ Perspective Using a Qualitative Approach</p>
Work-Related Factors Affecting Exclusive Breastfeeding Among Employed Women in Ethiopia: Managers’ Perspective Using a Qualitative Approach Open
It is promising that managers in North Ethiopia expressed a positive attitude towards supporting breastfeeding mothers. Managers raised concern about the impact of breastfeeding on work performance, as well as the lack of physical faciliti…
View article: Work-Related Factors Affecting Exclusive Breastfeeding Among Employed Women in Ethiopia: Managers’ Perspective Using a Qualitative Approach
Work-Related Factors Affecting Exclusive Breastfeeding Among Employed Women in Ethiopia: Managers’ Perspective Using a Qualitative Approach Open
Kahsu Gebrekidan,1,2 Virginia Plummer,2,3 Ensieh Fooladi,4 Helen Hall2 1Monash Nursing and Midwifery, Monash University, Peninsula Campus, Frankston, Victoria, 3199, Australia; 2Mekelle University, College of Health Sciences, School of Nur…
View article: Research paramedics’ observations regarding the challenges and strategies employed in the implementation of a large-scale out-of-hospital randomised trial
Research paramedics’ observations regarding the challenges and strategies employed in the implementation of a large-scale out-of-hospital randomised trial Open
Introduction: AIRWAYS-2 was a cluster randomised controlled trial (RCT) comparing the clinical and cost effectiveness of the i-gel supraglottic airway device with tracheal intubation in the initial airway management of out-of-hospital card…
View article: Health Behavior Change and Complementary Medicine Use: National Health Interview Survey 2012
Health Behavior Change and Complementary Medicine Use: National Health Interview Survey 2012 Open
Background and objectives: Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) use has been associated with preventive health behaviors. However, the role of CAM use in patients’ health behaviors remains unclear. This study aimed to determine the…
View article: Care providers’ perspectives on disrespect and abuse of women during facility-based childbirth in Africa
Care providers’ perspectives on disrespect and abuse of women during facility-based childbirth in Africa Open
PubMed, CINAHL, Embase, Scopus, African Index Medicus and Web of Science, and selected gray literature sources, will be searched for eligible papers. Titles and abstracts of obtained documents will be assessed by the lead reviewer against …
View article: Embedding assessment in a simulation skills training program for medical and midwifery students: A pre‐ and post‐intervention evaluation
Embedding assessment in a simulation skills training program for medical and midwifery students: A pre‐ and post‐intervention evaluation Open
Background Simulation‐based programs are increasingly being used to teach obstetrics and gynaecology examinations, but it is difficult to establish student learning acquired through them. Assessment may test student learning but its role i…
View article: Internet use among university students: A reason for concern?
Internet use among university students: A reason for concern? Open
International studies reveal that students have more freedom, as well as unstructured and unsupervised time, which makes them susceptible to problematic internet use (PIU). Although students are a risk group for PIU, no evidence of local r…
View article: Midwives and complementary and alternative medicine: a grounded theory study.
Midwives and complementary and alternative medicine: a grounded theory study. Open
The use of Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) during pregnancy is becoming increasingly popular in Australia and midwives are often enthusiastic advocates. Some believe the therapies are congruent with professional ideology and p…