Browsing Department of Nursing and Midwifery Sciences by Subject "Kenya"

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Are Mentorship and Training the Key in Provision of Emergency Obstetric and New-Born Care (EmONC) Services? A Formative Evaluation of Pre and Post in Samburu County, Kenya

Majiwa, Fredrick; Mukami, Diana; Kiarie, Jackline; Kiilu, Colleta; Maithya, Ruth; Gikunda, George; Munyalo, Bonnie; Omogi, Jarim (Scientific Research, 2021-12-28)

Background: In Kenya, the Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR) is approximated to 362 maternal deaths per 100,000 live births while the stillbirth rate stands at 23 deaths per 100 live births which are far below the target of ...
Prevalence of Asphyxia and Readiness for Neonatal Resuscitation in Kenya

Gichogo, Daniel Muturi; Murila, Florence; Matiang'i, Micah; Ndege, Wycliff; Bosire, Kefa (African Journal of Midwifery and Women's Health, 1/19/2018)

Background: Birth asphyxia accounts for one-third of neonatal mortality worldwide. Aims: To determine the prevalence of birth asphyxia and associated risk factors at one Kenyan hospital; and to describe caregivers' readiness ...