Experiences of health providers regarding implementation of the physiologic birth program in Iran: A qualitative content analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

The rate of cesarean section is on the rise in both developed and developing countries, and Iran is no exception. According to the WHO, physiologic labor is one of the main strategies for reducing cesarean section and improving the health of mothers and newborns. The aim of this qualitative study was to explain the experiences of health providers regarding implementation of the physiologic birth program in Iran.

Methods

This study is a part of a mixed-methods study, in which 22 health providers were interviewed from January 2022 to June 2022. Data analysis was performed using Graneheim and Lundman's conventional content analysis approach and using MAXQDA10 software.

Results

Two main categories and nine subcategories emerged from the results of this study.

SUBMITTER: Moridi A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10313046 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature