Effect of Implementation of Teaching Program on Pregnancy Outcome among Primipara Women Suffering from Pregnancy Induced Hypertension. | ||
| Tanta Scientific Nursing Journal | ||
| Article 3, Volume 21, Issue 2, May 2021, Pages 55-77 PDF (667.3 K) | ||
| Document Type: Original Article | ||
| DOI: 10.21608/tsnj.2021.179392 | ||
| Abstract | ||
| Background: Pregnancy Induced Hypertension (PIH) is strongly associated with adverse outcomes to the mother, fetuses, as well as newborn. Health education intervention regarding risks and proper self-care measures will contribute to complications reduction and improve pregnancy outcome. The aim of this study: was to evaluate the effect of teaching program on pregnancy outcome among primipara women suffering from pregnancy induced hypertension. Subjects and Method: The study was conducted at antenatal unit in obstetric departments of Tanta University Hospital, El-Menshawy Hospital and 4 MCH Centers in Tanta. Convenient samples of 60 pregnant women diagnosed with pregnancy induced hypertension were selected from the previously mentioned settingsaccording to the inclusive criteria. Three tools were used for data collection: Tool (I): A structure interview schedule that included three parts: (a) socio demographic characteristics, (b) Reproductive history, (c) History of present pregnancy. Tool (II): Structured women’s Knowledge Interview Schedule that included three parts:Part a: women’s knowledge regarding pregnancy induced hypertension, part b:women’s knowledge regarding self-care management and part c:reportedwomen’s self-care measures. Tool (III): Outcome Assessment Tool that included two parts: part I: Maternal outcome assessment sheet, part II: Neonatal outcome assessment sheet. Results: The resultsof the present study revealed improved women’s level of knowledge as well as positive maternal and neonatal outcomes after implementation of health teachingprogram. Conclusion and Recommendation:The health education program had improved women’s level of knowledge which consequently reflected positive effect on the maternal and neonatal outcomes. So, it is important toplan and develop antenatal health educational classes for all pregnant women. In addition, Provision of continuous refreshing courses, pre-service and in-service training programs should be provided for newly appointed nurses regarding PIH management at all | ||
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