Perspectives of providing magnesium sulfate to patients with preeclampsia and eclampsia: A qualitative study amongst nurse-midwives in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Preeclampsia and eclampsia are among the leading direct causes of maternal death and morbidity worldwide. Up to 34% of maternal deaths in Tanzania are due to preeclampsia/ eclampsia. Magnesium sulfate is recommended for preventing and treating convulsions in women with Preeclampsia or eclampsia. However, evidence suggests limited knowledge of its dosage and proper toxicity assessment after administration among health care providers.

Aim of the study

This study explored nurse-midwives' perspectives on providing MgSO4 to patients with preeclampsia or eclampsia in Tanzania.

Materials and methods

A descriptive exploratory qualitative study using in-depth interviews was conducted to understand nurse-midwives' perspectives on providing magnesium sulfate to patien

SUBMITTER: Chikwala VZ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11305528 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature