Factors Affecting Newborn Care Practices in Ethiopia
Author Information
Author(s): Salo Samuel Shanko, Ukumo Eshetu Yisihak, Teshale Manaye Yihune
Primary Institution: Arba Minch University
Hypothesis
What factors are associated with essential newborn care practices among obstetric care providers in southern Ethiopia?
Conclusion
The study highlights the need for targeted interventions to improve essential newborn care practices among obstetric care providers.
Supporting Evidence
- 53.5% of obstetric care providers demonstrated good essential newborn care practices.
- Factors positively associated with good practices included interest in delivery room work and manageable workloads.
- In-service training significantly improved the practice of essential newborn care.
Takeaway
This study found that many healthcare workers in Ethiopia are not providing the best care for newborns, but training and support can help them do better.
Methodology
A cross-sectional study using structured questionnaires and observational checklists to assess newborn care practices.
Potential Biases
Potential observational bias due to repeated observations.
Limitations
The study may have been affected by the Hawthorne effect and only included hospitals.
Participant Demographics
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Statistical Information
Confidence Interval
95% CI = 49, 58
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
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