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Maternal health interventions

Abstract

Perinatal mood and anxiety disorders occur in 10-20% of women but are often not identified and treated. Through an evidence-based practice project, an educational intervention was implemented for patients and staff. Results were measured, indicating the effectiveness of the intervention. This process can be applied to other areas of nursing.

Description

44th Biennial Convention 2017 Theme: Influence Through Action: Advancing Global Health, Nursing, and Midwifery.

Author Details

Kathryn M. Giddens, BSN, Maternal Infant Services, Sharp Mary Birch Hospital for Women & Newborns, San Diego, California, USA; Ellen K. Fleischman, MSN, MBA, Maternal Infant Services & Support Programs, Sharp Mary Birch Hospital for Women & Newborns, San Diego, California, USA

Sigma Membership

Non-member

Lead Author Affiliation

Sharp Mary Birch Hospital for Women & Newborns, San Diego, California, USA

Type

Presentation

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

N/A

Research Approach

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Keywords:

Discharge Education, Evidence-based Practice, Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders

Conference Name

44th Biennial Convention

Conference Host

Sigma Theta Tau International

Conference Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, USA

Conference Year

2017

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Postpartum RNs influence through action: Empowering patients to identify perinatal mood and anxiety disorders

Indianapolis, Indiana, USA

Perinatal mood and anxiety disorders occur in 10-20% of women but are often not identified and treated. Through an evidence-based practice project, an educational intervention was implemented for patients and staff. Results were measured, indicating the effectiveness of the intervention. This process can be applied to other areas of nursing.