Activity 1 Module 1 MCN
Activity 1 Module 1 MCN
Activity 1 Module 1 MCN
Instructions. 5 trends impacting Maternal and Child Health Nursing. Give your insights.
B. Sociocultural effects
The differences in maternal and child health outcomes depending on race, ethnicity,
socioeconomic level, and location are becoming more widely acknowledged. Healthcare
providers are putting more of an emphasis on correcting the differences and making
sure that everyone has access to high-quality care on an equal basis. There are
initiatives underway to improve access to healthcare services, lower obstacles to care,
and advance health education and awareness in underprivileged populations. Ex.
Remote areas may not have enough access to medication and there is a limited number
of benefits received.
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COLLEGE OF NURSING AND NUTRITION AND DIETETICS – NURSING PROGRAM
There are medications available for women to lessen the effect of the pain experienced
during labor.
E. Collaborations
A collaborative strategy is used in maternal and child health nursing, necessitating
cooperation amongst diverse medical specialists. Collaboration between different
professions increases patient safety, care coordination, and health outcomes. To
provide complete and holistic care to women and children, nurses collaborate closely
with obstetricians, pediatricians, midwives, social workers, and other healthcare
professionals. Ex. Integration of dieticians for pregnant mothers to have health
education for the health and safety of their children, like what medicines to drink, foods
to consume, and etc.