Aim
This research aims to study the role of environmental parameters in encouraging Iranian mothers to have physiologic childbirth by controlling pain and labor management based on their perception.
Background
With the increase of cesarean sections all over the world, researchers have become more interested in the mental mechanisms which affect mothers' tendency toward cesarean sections. Studies have indicated that many environmental factors have an impact on relieving the pain and fear of laboring mothers.
Methods
The comparisons made here, based on the existing literature about environmental factors and mothers' perception of these factors, have led to a re-reading of this subject. Thus a research project was carried out, using a structured questionnaire for the exploratory factor analysis methodology selected.
Results
The results indicate that the most important environmental factors which can encourage Iranian women toward physiologic delivery are "objective quality of life of delivery room (Eigenvalue of 7.400)", "attractive environmental stimuli (Eigenvalue of 4.267)", "environmental healthcare and physical health (Eigenvalue of 3.126)", "friendly atmosphere (Eigenvalue of 2.596)", "environmental vitality (Eigenvalue of 2.375)", "environmental privacy (Eigenvalue of 1.866)" and "tangible technology (Eigenvalue of 1.689)".
Conclusion
Considering that these factors play a substantial role, the study of mothers' perception of childbirth spaces is necessary. Promoting the environmental quality of the delivery room and using architectural solutions such as interior design and the general configuration can help mothers, husbands and medical staff better manage childbirth and thus have a positive impact on the rates of physiologic delivery.
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