A process evaluation of PRONTO simulation training for obstetric and neonatal emergency response teams in Guatemala.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Despite expanding access to institutional birth in Guatemala, maternal mortality remains largely unchanged over the last ten years. Enhancing the quality of emergency obstetric and neonatal care is one important strategy to decrease mortality. An innovative, low-tech, simulation-based team training program (PRONTO) aims to optimize care provided during obstetric and neonatal emergencies in low-resource settings.

Methods

We conducted PRONTO simulation training between July 2012 and December 2012 in 15 clinics in Alta Verapaz, Huehuetenango, San Marcos, and Quiche, Guatemala. These clinics received PRONTO as part of a larger pair-matched cluster randomized trial of a comprehensive intervention package. Training participants were obstetric and neonatal care providers

SUBMITTER: Walker DM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4513701 | biostudies-literature | 2015 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature