The Effects of Focused Nurse-Midwife Interventions on Postnatal Discomfort and Quality of Life Among Postnatal Mothers - A Quasi Experimental Study
Background: It has been shown that postnatal discomfort is one of the common issues that postpartum women go through and, in most cases, have a low quality of life, thus impairing their recovery and overall well-being. This research study was aimed at establishing the effectiveness of nurse-midwife-...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications
2025-05-01
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| Series: | Journal of Pharmacy and Bioallied Sciences |
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| Online Access: | https://journals.lww.com/10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_1878_24 |
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| Summary: | Background:
It has been shown that postnatal discomfort is one of the common issues that postpartum women go through and, in most cases, have a low quality of life, thus impairing their recovery and overall well-being. This research study was aimed at establishing the effectiveness of nurse-midwife-specific interventions aimed at reducing postnatal discomfort and enhancing the quality of life among postpartum women.
Methods:
This quasi-experimental study had a control and an intervention group of postpartum women. Standardized questionnaires to assess pain and quality of life data were collected. Statistical analysis by Chi-square test and t-test to compare scores before and after the intervention in both the groups were performed.
Results:
Intervention outcomes were a significant reduction in pain scores and quality-of-life improvements compared to the control group. Therefore, interventions targeted by the nurse-midwife may improve postpartum recovery.
Conclusion:
Focused interventions by the nurse-midwife improved outcomes related to postnatal recovery. The treatment can be useful for inclusion in postpartum care to enhance the quality of life and maternal well-being. |
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| ISSN: | 0976-4879 0975-7406 |