Effectiveness of Video Assisted Teaching Program on Postpartum Minor Discomforts of Primipara Mothers

Abstract

Postpartum period is the time of vast change for women both physically and psychologically. During this time, primipara mothers need details about minor discomforts and how to cope. Aim of the study: To investigate the effectiveness of video assisted teaching program on postpartum minor discomforts of primipara mothers. Method: A quasi experimental research design pre and posttest one group was selected for this study. Sample: A purposive sample of 100 primipara mothers with minor discomforts during the postpartum period were selected. Settings: The study was conducted at the postpartum unit of Teaching Hospital and University Hospital, at Shebin El-Kom in Menoufia Governorate, Egypt. Instruments: A structured interviewing questionnaire, postpartum minor discomforts questionnaire (pre and post-test) and the postpartum minor discomforts follow up instrument were used for data collection. Results: There was a statistical significant difference among the study participants in terms of knowledge and practices regarding the postpartum minor discomforts in pre and post-test. Conclusion: The postpartum primipara mothers had an improvement in their knowledge and practices in posttest compared to pretest after watching the video assisted teaching program regarding the postpartum minor discomforts. Recommendations: Video assisted teaching Program should be offered to postpartum primpara mothers in clear and comprehensive explanation to improve their knowledge and practice concerning the postpartum minor discomforts before discharge from the hospital.