Pregnant Women’s Perceptions of the Quality of Antenatal Care in a Public Hospital in Punjab, Pakistan during COVID-19: A Cross-Sectional Study

Tasneem, Saima; Ozdal, Macide Artac

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Women’s Decision-Making Autonomy as a Mitigating Factor for Complete Antenatal Care Coverage: Evidence from Bangladesh Demographic and Health Survey, 2017-18

Morshed,

Sohan,

Afrin

et al. 2023

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The study defines complete antenatal care (ANC) coverage as a measure of better quality ANC by using three indicator variables: ANC from skilled health providers, initiating ANC during the first trimester, and receiving at least 4 ANC visits. The research work is aimed to determine the impact of women’s household decision-making autonomy on complete ANC coverage and investigates other potential factors associated with complete ANC coverage. As per researchers’ knowledge, this is the first study in Bangladesh where the association between women’s decision-making autonomy and complete ANC coverage has been explored. The study obtained data from 4864 women on their last successful pregnancy which has been extracted from Bangladesh Demographic and Health Survey (BDHS), 2017-18. Descriptive and analytical analysis has been carried out using frequency tables, the chi-square test of association, and the binary logistic regression model. The result shows that almost one-fourth of women (25.5%) fulfill the requirements of complete ANC coverage. Moreover, both the chi-square test and the logistic regression model confirm the significant association between women’s decision-making autonomy and complete ANC coverage. It is evident from the study that women with higher decision-making autonomy have significantly 25% higher adjusted odds of experiencing complete ANC coverage compared to those who have low autonomy power. Moreover, the findings of the study signify the factors Division, Place of residence, Maternal education level, Wealth index, Mother’s age at birth, Media coverage, Exposure to domestic violence, Partner’s education level, and Birth order as potential factors affecting complete ANC coverage in Bangladesh. Therefore effective policies are required to prioritize interventions that promote women's autonomy in household decision making which in return can lead to better maternal and child health outcomes in Bangladesh.

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Women’s Decision-Making Autonomy as a Mitigating Factor for Complete Antenatal Care Coverage: Evidence from Bangladesh Demographic and Health Survey, 2017-18

Morshed,

Sohan,

Afrin

et al. 2023

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Management of iron deficiency anemia during pregnancy: a midwife-led continuity of care model

Naz,

Shahid,

Noorani

et al. 2024

Front. Nutr.

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BackgroundGlobally, 36.5% of pregnancies are affected by anemia, particularly in low-and middle-income countries, posing significant risks to maternal and perinatal health. In rural Pakistan, 44.3% of pregnant women suffer from iron deficiency, contributing to the high prevalence of anemia. Limited accessibility to antenatal care exacerbates the challenge, necessitating innovative solutions. This study assessed a midwife-led continuity of care model, utilizing intravenous (IV) iron therapy for the management of anemia in Karachi, Pakistan.MethodsWe performed a retrospective analysis of data from a prospective cohort study conducted in two primary healthcare facilities, which employed a community midwife (CMW)-led continuity of care model for antenatal care, including IV iron therapy. We extracted data from February 2021 to March 2022 for women who were diagnosed with anemia based on hemoglobin (Hb) levels, categorized as mild (10.0 to 10.9 g/dL), moderate (7.0 to 9.9 g/dL), or severe (less than 7.0 g/dL). Assessment occurred at the initial antenatal care (ANC) visit to establish baseline anemia severity, and approximately 2 weeks after intravenous (IV) iron therapy administration to evaluate post-treatment changes were considered.ResultsWe enrolled 114 pregnant women, where the majority presented with moderate (88.6%) anemia. After IV iron treatment, 48.5% improved to normal-mild levels, while 50% remained unchanged. Severe anemia affected 10.5% at baseline; 42% shifted to moderate and 50% to normal-mild post-treatment, with one remaining unchanged (p < 0.001). Among women enrolled in the first and second trimesters, severe anemia improved to normal-mild (50%) and moderate levels (50%) (pre-treatment: n = 10, post-treatment: n = 0), and moderate anemia decreased by 48% (pre-treatment: n = 92, post-treatment: n = 47).ConclusionOur midwife-led model of care demonstrated an improvement in iron levels among pregnant women. The model addressed the challenges of anemia prevalence in Pakistan and underscored the significance of empowering front-line healthcare providers, such as community midwives (CMWs) for managing these common conditions.

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The Effect of Service Quality, Patient Trust and Hospital Reputation on Patient Satisfaction in Jordanian Public Hospital

Aladwan,

Anuar,

Aladwan

et al. 2023

Wseas Transactions on Business and Economics

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This study aims to investigate the impact of service quality, patient trust, and hospital reputation on patient satisfaction within public hospitals in Jordan. Employing the partial least squares structural equation modelling (PLS-SEM) tool, the authors analysed a survey sample comprising 400 patients. The findings indicate that service quality, patient trust, and hospital reputation positively influence patient satisfaction. The results of this research have significant implications for healthcare practitioners in Jordan, underscoring the importance of not only providing excellent medical care but also implementing marketing strategies to cultivate lasting relationships with patients.

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Pregnant Women’s Perceptions of the Quality of Antenatal Care in a Public Hospital in Punjab, Pakistan during COVID-19: A Cross-Sectional Study

Cited by 3 publications

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Women’s Decision-Making Autonomy as a Mitigating Factor for Complete Antenatal Care Coverage: Evidence from Bangladesh Demographic and Health Survey, 2017-18

Women’s Decision-Making Autonomy as a Mitigating Factor for Complete Antenatal Care Coverage: Evidence from Bangladesh Demographic and Health Survey, 2017-18

Management of iron deficiency anemia during pregnancy: a midwife-led continuity of care model

The Effect of Service Quality, Patient Trust and Hospital Reputation on Patient Satisfaction in Jordanian Public Hospital

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