Evidence-based intrapartum care practice and associated factors among obstetric care providers in Jimma Zone public hospitals, southwest Ethiopia: A cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Evidence-based practice in intrapartum care is critical for lowering maternal and neonatal mortality and morbidity. Evidence-based practice, according to the World Health Organization Quality of Care Framework for Maternal and Newborn Health, is an important component of intrapartum care. However, little is understood about evidence-based intrapartum care practice in Ethiopia, particularly in the study setting.

Objective

To assess evidence-based intrapartum care practice and associated factors among obstetric care professionals in Jimma Zone public hospitals in Southwest Ethiopia.

Methods

A facility-based cross-sectional study was carried out on 217 obstetric care providers in Jimma Zone public hospitals in southwest Ethiopia. The study used a census approa

SUBMITTER: Wakjira D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12301604 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature