Relationship between health literacy and prenatal care in young pregnant women

Izadirad, Hossien; Niknami, Shamsoddin; Zareban, Iraj; Hidarnia, Alireza; Masoudy, Gholamreza

doi:10.29252/jhl.2.3.141

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“…There was little mention that they walk because of shortage of suitable street and sidewalk in city. This result was inconsistent with other studies among European women who reported walking, and for many of the female populations was the most preferred type of PA [ 36 , 39 , 40 ] as well as represented a lifetime of habit; perhaps because walking were more available than other types of PA and provided an opportunity for those with limitations to participate in regular PA [ 36 , 39 ]. All participants indicated performing PA in the family home every day (e.g., household/yard activities).…”

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Predictors of physical activity among women in Bojnourd, north east of Iran: Pender’s health promotion model

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Background This study examined how socio-demographic characteristics constructs derived from the health promotion model (HPM) influence the level of physical activity (PA) women in Bojnourd, North East of Iran. Method This cross-sectional study has been carried out through multi-stage sampling design on 356 women aged 18–60 years living in Iran. Data was collected through reliable and valid questionnaire survey women who were selected from their homes. Results Most of participants (53.40%) had a low level of physical activity behaviors with minimal physical activity (PA) scores. Using regression analysis showed that 23.22% of the total variance in PA behaviors was predicted by socio-demographic variables, whilst 40.81% of the variance in PA behaviors was predicted by constructs from the HPM. The results from Path modeling indicated that prior behavior, interpersonal influences, perceived self-efficacy, perceived barriers and commitment to PA, were significant predictors for PA behaviors with 86.93% of total effects on PA, whereas, activity-related affect and situational influences had no significant effect on the PA behaviors. Conclusions We found that constructs derived from the HPM are determinants of PA among Iranian women and may be important in developing educational intervention programs to facilitate a physically active lifestyle in this population.

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Predictors of physical activity among women in Bojnourd, north east of Iran: Pender’s health promotion model

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“…Nineteen studies (55.88%) examined HL using the Test of Functional Health Literacy in Adults (TOFHLA) ( 10 – 15 , 18 , 23 , 27 , 33 , 34 , 36 – 39 , 41 , 42 ), or Short Test of Functional Health Literacy in Adults (S-TOFHLA) ( 24 , 28 ), in the translated or culturally adapted version. Twelve studies (35.29%) assessed HL using the Health Literacy for Iranian Adults (HELIA) in the original version ( 16 , 17 , 19 – 21 , 25 , 26 , 29 , 30 , 35 , 40 , 43 ). Three studies assessed HL using the Newest Vital Sign (NVS) and two studies used other health literacy instruments ( 22 , 31 , 32 ) ( Table 1 ).…”

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Health Literacy in Iranian Women: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

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Sany²,

Orooji³

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Background: Inadequate health literacy (HL) is associated with poorer health outcomes and worse health care. Up to one-half of Iranian women have difficulty in interpreting medical information, and national HL assessment has been limited in Iran. We have undertaken a systematic review of the literature and used a metaanalysis to examine the situation of HL status in Iranian women, and determine the relationship between HL and self-efficacy, and self-care behaviors. Methods: Six databases (PubMed, Web of Science, Scopus, Google Scholar, Scientific Information Database) and other non-indexed citations were searched using a variety of keywords regarding HL and Iranian women. The bias risk was decreased by the involvement of two independent reviewers assessing study quality and eligibility of included articles. Results: The average HL scores were in the range of marginal or limited (63.08; 95% CI, 59.83–66.32) in the Iranian women. The HL score was significantly higher among pregnant women (67.55; 95% CI, 32.54– 82.57) and was lower in women with chronic disease (57.79; CI, 48.34-67.24). There was a significant association between HL and self-efficacy and self-care behaviors. Conclusion: The average level of HL in the period of the review was marginal among Iranian women. The relationship of HL with self-efficacy and self-care behaviors was statistically significant but moderate.

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“…These positive results in the health literacy tests may also be indicative of good maternal health literacy 57 levels in the sample. Good maternal health literacy may also help explain the sample's positive health behaviours during pregnancy and the postpartum period, including the majority being nonsmokers, 110 their use of prenatal folic acid supplements, 58 , 111 higher than average breastfeeding rates 58 and breastfeeding self‐efficacy. 112…”

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Demographics, health literacy and health locus of control beliefs of Australian women who take complementary medicine products during pregnancy and breastfeeding: A cross‐sectional, online, national survey

Barnes

Rolfe

Barclay

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Background Pregnant and breastfeeding women's use of complementary medicine products (CMPs) is common, and possibly associated with autonomous health care behaviours. However, the health literacy levels and health locus of control (HLOC) beliefs of women who use CMPs in pregnancy and lactation have not been previously assessed in a large Australian sample. Aim The aim of this study is to determine the health literacy levels and HLOC beliefs of women who use CMPs in pregnancy and lactation and determine the types of CMPs used. Methods A cross‐sectional, national, online survey of Australian pregnant or breastfeeding women aged 18 years and older, and currently using CMPs was conducted. Results A total of 810 completed surveys (354 pregnant and 456 breastfeeding women) were analysed. Most had adequate functional health literacy levels (93.3%). Health care practitioners (HCPs) HLOC mean scores were the highest for the sample, followed by Internal HLOC beliefs mean scores. Almost all (n = 809) took at least one dietary supplement, the most popular being pregnancy and breastfeeding multivitamins, iron supplements and probiotics. Use was generally in line with clinical recommendations, except for low rates of iodine supplementation. Herbal medicine use was lower for the total sample (57.3%, n = 464), but significantly higher (p < .0001) for the breastfeeding cohort, with consumers taking one to four herbal medicines each. The most popular herbs were raspberry leaf, ginger, peppermint and chamomile (pregnant respondents) and chamomile, ginger and fenugreek (breastfeeding respondents). Conclusions Respondents were health literate, with high scores for Internal and HCP HLOC scales, suggesting that they are likely to demonstrate self‐efficacy, positive health behaviours and work well in partnership with HCPs. HCPs can facilitate discussions with pregnant and breastfeeding women using CMPs, while considering women's health literacy levels, health beliefs and goals.

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Relationship between health literacy and prenatal care in young pregnant women

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Predictors of physical activity among women in Bojnourd, north east of Iran: Pender’s health promotion model

Predictors of physical activity among women in Bojnourd, north east of Iran: Pender’s health promotion model

Health Literacy in Iranian Women: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Demographics, health literacy and health locus of control beliefs of Australian women who take complementary medicine products during pregnancy and breastfeeding: A cross‐sectional, online, national survey

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