Toward consensus: a Delphi study on the core principles and indicators of respectful maternity care.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The core principles and key indicators of Respectful Maternity Care (RMC), particularly in low-income settings, are under-researched. Validated core principles and indicators are crucial for measuring RMC, especially in contexts where workforce shortages, infrastructure gaps, and sociocultural factors impact the care. Thus, this study aimed to identify and validate the core principles and indicators of RMC in resource-limited settings.

Methods

A three-round Delphi study was conducted. Maternity care professionals (midwives, educators, researchers, and obstetricians) based in Ethiopia (n = 33) were recruited via email through professional networks. Original peer-reviewed research published in English-language journals between 2010 and 2024 was reviewed and used to

SUBMITTER: Yohannes E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12486739 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature