Family centered nursing practices towards women and their families in the birthing context: A qualitative systematic review

Abstract

AimSynthesize qualitative evidence examining how nurses' attitudes, beliefs, and sense of efficacy and the context surrounding birth facilitate or hinder family‐centered nursing practice.DesignThematic synthesis of qualitative studies.MethodsA literature search was conducted in CINAHL, MEDLINE, PsycINFO, SCOPUS, SCIENCE DIRECT, REPÈRES, CAIRN, and ÉRUDIT from October 2020 to June 2021. The PRISMA guidelines were followed, and studies were critically appraised using the Critical Appraisal Skills Programme checklist. Data were extracted by two independent reviewers, and Thomas and Harden's qualitative thematic synthesis method was performed for data analysis.ResultsThirteen studies were included. Three analytical themes were generated: (1) sharing power: opposing beliefs, (2) feeling a sense of efficacy in fulfilling one's role, and (3) managing a challenging work environment.Patient or Public ContributionSynthesizing nurses' experience is essential to promote implementation of favourable changes for care that is more focused on the needs of families.