"Practice so that the skill does not disappear": mixed methods evaluation of simulator-based learning for midwives in Uganda.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Postpartum hemorrhage and neonatal asphyxia are leading causes of maternal and neonatal mortality, respectively, that occur relatively rarely in low-volume health facilities in sub-Saharan Africa. Rare occurrence of cases may limit the readiness and skills that individual birth attendants have to address complications. Evidence suggests that simulator-based training and practice sessions can help birth attendants maintain these life-saving skills; one approach is called "low-dose, high-frequency" (LDHF). The objective of this evaluation is to determine the facilitating factors and barriers to participation in LDHF practice, using qualitative and quantitative information.

Methods

A trial in 125 facilities in Uganda compared three strategies of support for LDHF prac

SUBMITTER: Williams E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6440002 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature