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A grounded theory research using constructivism: Midwifery continuity of care models are being implemented
Author(s): Arnold Winfield*
When women and their newborns are supported by midwifery continuity of care approaches, strong international data shows that they have much better outcomes. Despite this, widespread deployment, particularly in regional settings, has yet to be achieved. To gain a theoretical understanding of the elements that help or hinder the adoption of midwifery continuity models in different regions. The data from 34 interviews with key informants from regional public hospitals was collected and analysed using a Constructivist Grounded Theory approach. 'Engaging the gatekeepers,"midwives lacking confidence,' and 'women rallying together' were three theory notions that arose. A substantive theory emerged from the notions of theory and sub-categories: For major hospital stakeholders to invest in the implementation of midwifery continuity of care models, a collaboration between m.. Read More»
DOI:
10.37532/2632-251X.226(4).79-81
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