Evaluation Of Prenatal Care Research Articles

Evaluation of prenatal care according to indicators for the Prenatal and Birth Humanization Program

Abstract Objectives: to evaluate prenatal care provided to low-risk pregnant women users of the Sistema Único de Saúde (SUS) (Public Health System) in the city of Joinville, SC. Methods: this is a cross-sectional observational study carried out from March 2018 to February 2019, through interview and analysis of the Pregnant Card of puerperal over 18 years old, from Joinville, who underwent prenatal care at SUS, excluding recent given up puerperal. Prenatal care was evaluated according to the recommended criteria by the Prenatal and Birth Humanization Program. Results: 683 mothers were interviewed. The criteria with the highest levels of adequacy were accessibility (99.6%), early initiation on prenatal care (92.7%) and 6 or more consultations (87.1%) and the criteria with the lowest rates of adequacy were the set of guidelines (17.7%) and the third and first trimester exams (42.5% and 63.5% respectively). Conclusion: it is concluded that the prenatal care provided by SUS in the city of Joinville, despite the almost universal accessibility, the early onset and the prevalence of puerperal women with more than 6 consultations, showed a sharp decline in the analysis of the recommended indicators.

Qualidade da assistência pré-natal no Brasil: revisão de artigos publicados de 2005 a 2015

Resumo Objetivou-se investigar a qualidade da atenção pré-natal no Brasil de 2005 a 2015 em relação ao acesso e à adequação da assistência prestada. Trata-se de uma revisão de literatura conduzida a partir de recomendações propostas pelo protocolo PRISMA. A busca extraiu estudos das bases de dados SciELO, LILACS e MEDLINE, mediante expressão de busca geral combinando descritores. Após aplicação de três filtros, com base em critérios preestabelecidos, selecionaram-se 12 estudos para análise final. A análise evidenciou estudos transversais, publicados em periódicos nacionais e internacionais, que concentraram a avaliação da atenção pré-natal de municípios e de um Estado de três grandes regiões brasileiras, além de um de amplitude nacional. Evidenciou-se elevação da cobertura da atenção pré-natal ao longo dos últimos dez anos em quase todo país, a despeito da qualidade. Foram encontrados baixos índices de adequação, variando entre 4,5 e 66,1% em várias regiões do país, por motivos que vão desde a não realização do número ideal de consultas e início precoce da assistência até, principalmente, a ausência de promoção do conteúdo quantitativo e qualitativo preconizado para essas consultas. Verificaram-se variações na adequação da assistência pré-natal, especialmente, quando comparadas à aplicação de diferentes indicadores de qualidade. Conclui-se que estudos de avaliação são ferramentas valiosas para subsidiar futuras pesquisas que busquem novas ações em atenção à saúde das gestantes.

Evaluation of prenatal care in unit with family health strategy.

We analyzed prenatal care (PN) provided at a unit of the Family Health Strategy Service in São Paulo, according to the indicators of the Program for the Humanization of Prenatal and Birth (PHPB). We compared adequacy of PN in terms of sociodemographic variables, procedures, examinations and maternal and perinatal outcomes. Cross-sectional study with data from records of 308 pregnant women enrolled in 2011. We observed early initiation of PN (82.1%), conducting of a minimum of six consultations (84.1%), puerperal consultation (89.0%); to the extent that there is a sum of the actions, there is a significant drop in the proportion of adequacy. Prenatal care was adequate for 67.9%, with a significant difference between adequacy groups in relation to gestational age and birth weight. Prenatal care deficiencies exist, especially in regards to registration of procedures, exams and immunization. The difference between adequacy groups with respect to perinatal outcomes reinforces the importance of prenatal care that adheres to the parameters of the PHPB.

Evaluation of pre-natal care from the perspective of different models in primary care

to evaluate the quality of the pre-natal care delivered in primary care, comparing the traditional model and the Family Health Strategy. a service evaluation study, grounded in the public health policies. The data was obtained from interviews with managers, observation in the health centers, and analysis of patient records of pregnant women, selected at random. Differences in the indicators for structure and process were evaluated using the Chi-squared test, adopting p<0.05 as the critical value, calculation of the odds ratio, and confidence intervals of 95%. Similar structures were evidenced in both models of care. Synthesis indicators for the process created in the present study, and those indicated by the public policies, indicated that the situation is more favorable in Family Health Centers. Regarding the set of activities called for in pre-natal care, the performance was flawed in both models, although it was slightly better in the Family Health Centers. the results indicate the need for actions to improve pre-natal care in the two models of primary care evaluated in the municipality.

Women's and care providers' perspectives of quality prenatal care: a qualitative descriptive study.

BackgroundMuch attention has been given to the adequacy of prenatal care use in promoting healthy outcomes for women and their infants. Adequacy of use takes into account the timing of initiation of prenatal care and the number of visits. However, there is emerging evidence that the quality of prenatal care may be more important than adequacy of use. The purpose of our study was to explore women's and care providers' perspectives of quality prenatal care to inform the development of items for a new instrument, the Quality of Prenatal Care Questionnaire. We report on the derivation of themes resulting from this first step of questionnaire development.MethodsA qualitative descriptive approach was used. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 40 pregnant women and 40 prenatal care providers recruited from five urban centres across Canada. Data were analyzed using inductive open and then pattern coding. The final step of analysis used a deductive approach to assign the emergent themes to broader categories reflective of the study's conceptual framework.ResultsThe three main categories informed by Donabedian's model of quality health care were structure of care, clinical care processes, and interpersonal care processes. Structure of care themes included access, physical setting, and staff and care provider characteristics. Themes under clinical care processes were health promotion and illness prevention, screening and assessment, information sharing, continuity of care, non-medicalization of pregnancy, and women-centredness. Interpersonal care processes themes were respectful attitude, emotional support, approachable interaction style, and taking time. A recurrent theme woven throughout the data reflected the importance of a meaningful relationship between a woman and her prenatal care provider that was characterized by trust.ConclusionsWhile certain aspects of structure of care were identified as being key dimensions of quality prenatal care, clinical and interpersonal care processes emerged as being most essential to quality care. These processes are important as they have a role in mitigating adverse outcomes, promoting involvement of women in their own care, and keeping women engaged in care. The findings suggest key considerations for the planning, delivery, and evaluation of prenatal care. Most notably, care should be woman-centred and embrace shared decision making as an essential element.

Evaluation of pre-natal care after participative training of prenatalists: before and after research

Objective: To analyze the indicators of pre-natal care, before and after a participative training of prenatalists in a basic health unit (UBS, in Portuguese) in Porto Alegre, Brazil, between the years of 2007 and 2009. Method: It is an exploratory study using a before-and-after experimental approach. Absolute and relative frequencies of pregnancy exams were observed, as well as pre-natal and puerperal consultation. In this test, an adjustment chi-square test was used, with a level of significance of 5% (p≤0.05). Results: In a comparative analysis of the years 2007 and 2009, all indicators presented a significant statistical increase (p&lt;0.001) in frequency, except for the percentage of blood type exam (ABO, in Portuguese) and of pregnant women with more than six pre-natal consultations. Conclusions: We believe that the model of participative training of prenatalists provoked some transformations of the daily practices of the professionals, which is indicated by the improvement in perinatal care. Descriptors: Obstetric Nursing, Pre-Natal; Training.

Evaluation of prenatal care at basic health units in the city of Sao Paulo

The aim of this study was to evaluate the quality of prenatal care offered in 12 Basic Health Units (BHU) in the city of Sao Paulo, Brazil, through a review of medical and nurse charts, before and after the municipalization of the public health system. The indicator used considered excellence in care as: starting prenatal care in the first quarter of pregnancy; at least six medical visits; at least two results of blood screening for syphilis and one for HIV; returning to BHU up to 42 days after delivery. This indicator was not present in any care delivered in 2000, and only 7.7% of the care delivered in 2004 obtained it (1.1% to 30% of the care per unit assessed). Although there was an evident improvement in care during the period, the low proportion of excellent prenatal care shows an urgent need to improve this care in the BHU of São Paulo city.

Evaluation of prenatal care in low risk pregnancies in the city of Francisco Morato-SP

A descriptive exploratory study whose aim was to verify the quality of low-risk prenatal assistance in the city of Francisco Morato, based on indicators. The analysis observed the triad proposed by Donabedian9, (structure, process and outcome). Seventy-seven (77) puerperae were interviewed, the registries of the Pregnant Woman’s Card and the prenatal care records of those women were analyzed, and the physical structure of the Health Units was observed. Regarding the process indicators, none of the 9 analyzed Units achieved the desirable score (= or &gt; 80%). The structure indicators showed that all the Units possess the minimum necessary material and equipment; nevertheless, none presented a documentation system nor carried out an active search of the pregnant women who failed to attend. The result indicators point out that the majority (79%) considered the service between good and excellent in regard to the assistance and 62.3% reported they were satisfied. It was concluded that for the quality improvement of prenatal assistance, it is essential that all professionals in the city’s Health Units take up continuing education courses.

Evaluation of prenatal care in a micro-regional health system in the State of Ceará, Brazil

This article presents an analysis of prenatal care provided in a micro-regional health system in the State of Ceará, Brazil. The objectives were to analyze the population covered by the Family Health Program (FHP) teams; to evaluate data from the Basic Health Care Information System and the Live Birth Information System; and to establish a profile of medical and nursing services provided during prenatal care. Data were collected from the fourth health micro-region in the town of Baturité and the Ceará State Health Department in May-June 2001, through review of patient records, free observations, and searches in the information systems. Despite the excellent population coverage by FHP teams, resulting in improved access, increased numbers of prenatal visits, improved vaccine coverage, and early diagnosis of complications of pregnancies, the impact of these measures need to be assessed in terms of the real improvement in the women s quality of life. A protocol also needs to be followed by doctors and nurses throughout the course of prenatal care, besides guaranteeing medical consultations as an integral part of the program.

An evaluation of prenatal care and its relationship to social class and social disorganization.

An evaluation of prenatal care and its relationship to social class and social disorganization.

The Evaluation of Prenatal Care

The Evaluation of Prenatal Care