A community-based participatory research approach to explore community perceptions of the quality of maternal–newborn health services in the Dominican Republic

Foster, Jennifer; Burgos, Lic. Rosa; Tejada, Lic. Carmen; Cáceres, Lic. Ramona; Altamonte, Asela T.; Perez, Lydia J.; Noboa, Frank R.M.; Urbaez, Marilyn F.; Heath, Msn Annemarie; Hilliard, Rebecca C.; Chiang, Ba Fidela; Hall, Priscilla

doi:10.1016/j.midw.2010.06.001

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“…The partnership comprises community-based participatory research, engaging community members, community health workers (CHWs), and in-hospital staff to seek improved quality of care (Foster, Burgos et al 2010;Foster, Chiang et al 2010).…”

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Perceived discrimination, humiliation, and mental health: a mixed-methods study among Haitian migrants in the Dominican Republic

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Perceived discrimination, humiliation, and mental health: a mixed-methods study among Haitian migrants in the Dominican Republic

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“…Seljeskog et al, (2006) study in Mangochi, Malawi established that women in labor waited very long to be examined and that some even delivered without any assistance, supervision or attention at all [24]. Foster et al, (2010) found that prolonged waiting period of pregnant women at the health facility was related to fear of being ignored or neglected [52]. It is important that women be quickly assessed on admission to the labor ward for appropriate management.…”

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Do Malawian women critically assess the quality of care? A qualitative study on women’s perceptions of perinatal care at a district hospital in Malawi

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BackgroundMalawi has a high perinatal mortality rate of 40 deaths per 1,000 births. To promote neonatal health, the Government of Malawi has identified essential health care packages for improving maternal and neonatal health in health care facilities. However, regardless of the availability of health services, women’s perceptions of the care is important as it influences whether the women will or will not use the services. In Malawi 95% of pregnant women receive antenatal care from skilled attendants, but the number is reduced to 71% deliveries being conducted by skilled attendants. The objective of this study was to describe women’s perceptions on perinatal care among the women delivered at a district hospital.MethodsA descriptive study design with qualitative data collection and analysis methods. Data were collected through face-to-face in-depth interviews using semi-structured interview guides collecting information on women’s perceptions on perinatal care. A total of 14 in depth interviews were conducted with women delivering at Chiradzulu District Hospital from February to March 2011. The women were asked how they perceived the care they received from health workers during antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum. They were also asked about the information they received during provision of care. Data were manually analyzed using thematic analysis.ResultsTwo themes from the study were good care and unsatisfactory care. Subthemes under good care were: respect, confidentiality, privacy and normal delivery. Providers’ attitude, delay in providing care, inadequate care, and unavailability of delivery attendants were subthemes under unsatisfactory care.ConclusionsAlthough the results show that women wanted to be well received at health facilities, respected, treated with kindness, dignity and not shouted at, they were not critical of the care they received. The women did not know the quality of care to expect because they were not well informed. The women were not critical of the care they received because they were not aware of the standard of care. Instead they had low expectations. Health workers have a responsibility to inform women and their families about the care that women should expect. There is also a need for standardization of the antenatal information that is provided.

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“…A study of maternal care in the Dominican Republic used CBPR principles to examine community perceptions of maternal and newborn health services. The research team included academically trained researchers, Dominican maternity nurses and community leaders from each of the four targeted neighborhoods of study [48–50]. Male and female participants from the neighborhoods were recruited to participate in individual interviews and focus groups.…”

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“…In addition, community leaders accompanied the eligible participants to prenatal appointments to document their experiences. The study was able to elucidate a general dissatisfaction with the Dominican Republic's maternal health system, with many mothers and their families feeling disrespected, ignored and afraid [48–50]. …”

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Use of community-based participatory research in primary care to improve healthcare outcomes and disparities in care

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Community-based participatory research (CBPR) has emerged to bridge the gap between research and primary-care practice through community engagement and social action to increase health equity. It is widely acknowledged that access to high-quality primary care services is important to the overall health of a community. Here, CBPR studies in a primary care setting are reviewed to assess the use of CBPR associated with common health problems seen in primary care such as access to care and disparities in chronic disease management across vulnerable populations. CBPR involves building relationships with local communities, determining areas of need and establishing priorities for health concerns. Studies showing improved access to care for a Hispanic population, reduced asthma symptoms and weight loss are highlighted.

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A community-based participatory research approach to explore community perceptions of the quality of maternal–newborn health services in the Dominican Republic

Cited by 32 publications

References 27 publications

Perceived discrimination, humiliation, and mental health: a mixed-methods study among Haitian migrants in the Dominican Republic

Perceived discrimination, humiliation, and mental health: a mixed-methods study among Haitian migrants in the Dominican Republic

Do Malawian women critically assess the quality of care? A qualitative study on women’s perceptions of perinatal care at a district hospital in Malawi

Use of community-based participatory research in primary care to improve healthcare outcomes and disparities in care

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