A5007601372- Maternal and Perinatal Health Interventions
- Anesthesia and Pain Management
- Pediatric Pain Management Techniques
- Global Health Workforce Issues
- Breastfeeding Practices and Influences
- Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting Issues
- Pain Management and Opioid Use
- Ethics in medical practice
- Global Maternal and Child Health
- Innovations in Medical Education
- Interprofessional Education and Collaboration
- Anesthesia and Neurotoxicity Research
- Patient Dignity and Privacy
- Healthcare Technology and Patient Monitoring
- Non-Invasive Vital Sign Monitoring
- Simulation-Based Education in Healthcare
- Palliative Care and End-of-Life Issues
- Pelvic floor disorders treatments
- Family and Patient Care in Intensive Care Units
- Maternal Mental Health During Pregnancy and Postpartum
- Anesthesia and Sedative Agents
- Nursing Roles and Practices
- Health Policy Implementation Science
- Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet
- Maternal and fetal healthcare
University of South Australia
2015-2024
Thomas Foundation
2020
Centenary Institute
2017-2019
Flinders University
2010-2016
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
2014
Integration of mixed methods involves bringing together quantitative and qualitative approaches methodologies. Limited application in midwifery research has identified a need for practical examples. How to integrate two methodologies sequential explanatory study, at the design, methods, interpretation reporting levels will be explained. This paper describes discusses an example how integration was used develop better understanding midwives’ knowledge confidence after attending healthy eating...
Objective To compare the efficacy of fentanyl administered via subcutaneous (s.c.) or intranasal (i.n.) route with intramuscular (i.m.) pethidine in labouring women requesting analgesia. Design A randomised controlled trial three‐armed, parallel‐design. Setting regional hospital and largest tertiary maternity centre South Australia. Sample One hundred fifty‐six healthy parturients birthing at term. Methods Women were to receive s.c. ( n = 53), i.n. 52), i.m. 51). The outcomes analysed by...
Moral distress is a phenomena that occurs following compromise to moral beliefs. has been reported across health professions, including midwifery. Although there are validated tools assess for distress, none have identified suit the Australian healthcare system or The aim of this study was pilot Barometer Distress in Midwifery. This fourth stage mixed method project. Using cross-sectional approach, survey tool demographic questions, Midwifery, and Copenhagen Burnout Inventory assessed...
Abstract Background The sustainability of Australian rural maternity services is under threat due to current workforce shortages. In July 2019, a new midwifery caseload model care was implemented in South Australia provide continuity and promote sustainable the area. unique as it brings together five birthing sites connecting midwives, doctors, nurses community teams. A critical precursor successful implementation requires those working be ready adopt change. We surveyed clinicians at...
Research on how women experience online antenatal education is currently limited. A more nuanced understanding may assist organisations to tailor future digitalisation that best meets the needs of users.
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Research suggests that the incidence of moral distress experienced by health professionals is significant and increasing, yet concept lacks clarity remains largely misunderstood. Currently, there limited understanding in context midwifery practice. The term was first used to label psychological following complex ethical decision-making constraint nursing. now across multiple professions including midwifery, nursing, pharmacy medicine, cautiously due confusion regarding its theoretical...
1. Biro MA. What has public health got to do with midwifery? Midwives role in securing better outcomes for mothers and babies. Women Birth. 2011;24(1):17-23. doi:10.1016/j.wombi.2010.06.001 CrossRef Google Scholar
The ongoing closure of regional maternity services in Australia has significant consequences for women and communities. In South Australia, a midwifery model care servicing five birthing sites was piloted with the aim bringing sustainable to area. An independent evaluation undertaken. This paper reports on women's experiences birth outcomes.To evaluate effectiveness, acceptability, continuity outcomes utilising new care.An anonymous questionnaire incorporating validated surveys key questions...
Rates of medical interventions in normal labour and birth are increasing. This prospective meta-analysis (PMA) proposes to assess whether the addition a comprehensive multicomponent preparation programme reduces caesarean section (CS) nulliparous women compared with standard hospital care. Additionally, do participant characteristics, intervention components or characteristics modify effectiveness programme? METHODS AND ANALYSIS: Population: singleton vertex pregnancies, no planned...