Department of Community Medicine, Federal Medical Centre, Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, Nigeria
Research Article
Birth Preparedness and Complication Readiness amongst Antenatal Attendees in Yenagoa, South-South, Nigeria
Author(s): Nkencho Osegi, Anthony Okeoghene Eguvbe* and Vincent Yakubu Adam
Background: In our society now and the past, cultural beliefs and lack of awareness inhibit preparation in advance for delivery and expected baby. Since no action is taken prior to the delivery, the family tries to act only when labour begins. The majority of pregnant women and their families do not know how to recognize the dangerous signs of complications. When complications occur, the unprepared family will waste a great deal of time in recognizing the problem, getting organized, getting money, finding transport and reaching the appropriate referral facility.
Objectives: To assess birth preparedness and complication readiness amongst antenatal attendees in Yenagoa metropolis.
Methods: This was a cross-sectional descriptive study done amongst pregnant women of childbearing ages attending ANC clinics using an inte.. View More»
