219 results on '"Geraghty, Sadie"'
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2. Single registered midwives contributing care for general patients: A scoping study
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Bull, Angela, Bayes, Sara, and Geraghty, Sadie
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- 2023
3. Woman-centred ethics: A feminist participatory action research
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Buchanan, Kate, Geraghty, Sadie, Whitehead, Lisa, and Newnham, Elizabeth
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- 2023
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4. Midwives' experiences of the consequences of navigating barriers to maternity care.
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Ismaila, Yakubu, Bayes, Sara, and Geraghty, Sadie
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HEALTH services accessibility ,EMPLOYEE retention ,MATERNAL health services ,SOCIAL workers ,MEDICAL quality control ,RESEARCH funding ,MIDWIVES ,WORK environment ,INTERVIEWING ,SOCIOECONOMIC factors ,MEDICAL care ,GHANAIANS ,DESCRIPTIVE statistics ,ATTITUDES of medical personnel ,RESEARCH methodology ,GROUNDED theory ,PSYCHOSOCIAL factors - Abstract
Midwives in Low- and middle-income countries, experience myriad barriers that have consequences for them and for maternity care. This article provides insight into the consequences of the barriers that Ghanaian midwives face in their workplaces. Glaserian Grounded Theory methodology using semi-structured interviews and non-participant observations was applied in this study. The study participants comprised of 29 midwives and a pharmacist, a social worker, a health services manager, and a National Insurance Scheme manager in Ghana. Data collection and analysis occurred concurrently while building on already analyzed data. In this study it was identified that barriers to Ghanaian midwives' ability to provide maternity care can have physiological, psychological, and socioeconomic consequences for midwives. It also negatively impacted maternity care. Implementing new ameliorating measures to mitigate the barriers that Ghanaian midwives encounter, and the consequences that those barriers have on them would improve midwife retention and care quality. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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5. Postnatal care of women with diabetes: a clinical update.
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McChlery, Sheena and Geraghty, Sadie
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MEDICAL protocols , *MATERNAL health services , *OCCUPATIONAL roles , *INTERPROFESSIONAL relations , *GESTATIONAL diabetes , *PUERPERIUM , *POSTNATAL care , *PROFESSIONS , *MIDWIFERY , *ATTITUDES of medical personnel , *WOMEN'S health , *DIABETES - Abstract
Diabetes mellitus and gestational diabetes mellitus significantly affect pregnant women, their fetuses and neonates. Midwives need to be aware of their vital role in the care of women with diabetes and keep up to date with the latest evidence and guidelines. However, midwives have reported a deficit in their knowledge regarding postnatal care of women with diabetes. In this article, the challenges of maternity care for women with diabetes are highlighted, and the specific midwifery role in some aspects of postnatal care is discussed. The provision of woman-centred care by midwives, together with the expert knowledge of the diabetic team, can reduce postnatal diabetic complications. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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6. Clinical supervisors' perspectives of factors influencing clinical learning experience of nursing students from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds during placement: A qualitative study
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Hari, Renjith, Geraghty, Sadie, and Kumar, Koshila
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- 2021
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7. Midwifery students' experiences of learning to be 'with woman': a scoping review.
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Guerin, Ashlee, Geraghty, Sadie, McChlery, Sheena, and Byrne, Mary
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MIDWIVES , *HEALTH occupations students , *CINAHL database , *MIDWIFERY education , *CONTINUUM of care , *LEARNING , *PATIENT-centered care , *EXPERIENCE , *STUDENTS , *SYSTEMATIC reviews , *MEDLINE , *LITERATURE reviews , *PATIENT-professional relations , *ONLINE information services , *MEDICAL preceptorship , *PSYCHOLOGY information storage & retrieval systems - Abstract
Background/Aims: Being 'with woman' is a fundamental concept of midwifery and profoundly impacts maternal and infant wellbeing and outcomes. Understanding student midwives' experiences is vital in shaping learning strategies for positive and effective student-centred learning outcomes. This scoping review's aims were to gain meaningful insight into existing literature on students' experiences of learning to be 'with woman'. Methods: The scoping review searched the CINAHL, PubMed, AusHealth, Medline and PsycInfo databases in July 2023, October 2023 and April 2024. The search included qualitative and quantitative research studies published in English between 2018 and 2024. Articles were screened for eligibility by title, abstract and full-text review by three reviewers. Results: A total of 1172 articles were screened, with nine articles included in the review from various countries. Key themes identified were 'continuity of care', 'partnership with woman', 'preceptor and practitioner impact' and 'context and contrast'. Conclusions: Limited literature exists to explore and provide an understanding of the learning experiences and outcomes of midwifery students providing woman-centred care and developing a midwifery philosophy to be 'with woman'. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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8. Phenomenography: A useful methodology for midwifery research.
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Balding, Kirstie Jayne, Geraghty, Sadie, Timler, Amanda, Pezaro, Sally, and McChlery, Sheena
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TERMS & phrases , *DATA analysis , *RESEARCH methodology evaluation , *INFORMATION resources , *PHILOSOPHY of medicine , *RESEARCH , *MIDWIFERY , *MATHEMATICAL models , *THEORY of knowledge , *PHENOMENOLOGY , *THEORY ,RESEARCH evaluation - Abstract
Aims: To outline the theoretical, philosophical, and major assumptions associated with phenomenography and then address the application of a phenomenographical approach within the context of midwifery research. Background: Phenemonography is a little‐known qualitative research approach amongst the main design traditions of phenomenology, grounded theory, case study, and ethnography more typically used within midwifery research. Phenomenography aims to describe the qualitatively different ways that people perceive, conceptualize, or experience a phenomenon. Phenemonography has a distinctly different approach from other qualitative methods as it places emphasis on the 'collective' meaning over individual experience. Methodology: Phenomenography, as an approach, rests within the interpretivist paradigm recognizing that there are multiple interpretations of reality. Phenomenography emphasizes the various ways that people experience the same phenomenon, including both the similarities and differences. The second‐order perspective embraced by phenomenography suggests that the researcher directs themselves towards people's understanding of the world; essentially the world is described as it is understood rather than as it is. It is the reporting about how these different realities appear at a collective level that is the output of phenomenographic research. Findings: A framework for conducting phenomenographic research is illustrated by outlining the steps within the methodological approach required to undertake a research study using phenemonography. Conclusion: Phenomenography is a qualitative research approach that can usefully be applied in many midwifery contexts where a collective understanding of a phenomena is required. Using a phenomenographic approach can provide the midwifery profession with knowledge about variations in how women and midwives think, and how aspects of different phenomena are experienced in within a midwifery setting. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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9. Group B Streptococcus Screening Guidelines in Pregnancy: A Critical Review of Compliance
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Pangerl, Sabine, Sundin, Deborah, and Geraghty, Sadie
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Perinatal infection -- Diagnosis -- Causes of ,Streptococcus agalactiae -- Identification and classification ,Streptococcal infections -- Diagnosis ,Medical screening -- Methods ,Health care industry - Abstract
Introduction Colonization with Group B Streptococcus in pregnancy is a major risk factor for neonatal infection. Universal screening for maternal streptococcal colonization and the use of intrapartum antibiotic prophylaxis has resulted in substantial reductions of neonatal early-onset Group B Streptococcus disease. To achieve the best neonatal outcomes, it is imperative for maternity healthcare providers to adhere to screening and management guidelines. Aim This literature review uses a systematic approach and aims to provide a synthesis of what is known about compliance with Group B Streptococcus screening protocols in a variety of global settings, including maternity homes, private obstetric practice, and hospital clinical environments. Methods The review was carried out using electronic databases as well as hand-searching of reference lists. Included papers reported primarily on compliance with Group B Streptococcus screening guidelines, potential factors which influence compliance rates, and implementations and outcomes of interventions. Results Six international studies have been retained which all focused on adherence to Group B Streptococcus screening guidelines and demonstrated that different factors might have an influence on adherence to GBS screening protocols such as financial aspects and high caesarean section rates. Findings of relatively low compliance rates led to recognizing the need of developing improved strategies for optimising antenatal GBS screening adherence. Conclusion Adhering to Group B Streptococcus screening guidelines to prevent neonatal infection is crucial. Various factors influence compliance rates such as financial aspects and high proportions of caesarean sections. The implementation of strategies and different forms of education can result in improved compliance rates., Author(s): Sabine Pangerl [sup.1] , Deborah Sundin [sup.2] , Sadie Geraghty [sup.2] Author Affiliations: (1) grid.415259.e, 0000 0004 0625 8678, King Edward Memorial Hospital, , Perth, WA, Australia (2) grid.1038.a, [...]
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- 2021
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10. Midwives’ strategies for coping with barriers to providing quality maternal and neonatal care: a Glaserian grounded theory study
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Ismaila, Yakubu, Bayes, Sara, and Geraghty, Sadie
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- 2021
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11. Indigenous Doulas: A literature review exploring their role and practice in western maternity care
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Ireland, Sarah, Montgomery-Andersen, Ruth, and Geraghty, Sadie
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- 2019
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12. Millennial midwifery: Online connectivity in midwifery education
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Geraghty, Sadie, Bromley, Angela, Bull, Angela, Dube, Mpho, and Turner, Cindy
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- 2019
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13. Midwifery student's perceptions of caring for substance-using pregnant women
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Doleman, Gemma, Geraghty, Sadie, and DeLeo, Annemarie
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- 2019
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14. Suicidal ideation in the perinatal period: A systematic review
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O'Connor, Avril, Geraghty, Sadie, Doleman, Dr Gemma, and De Leo, Annemarie
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- 2018
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15. In the shadow of the ivory tower: Experiences of midwives and nurses undertaking PhDs
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Geraghty, Sadie and Oliver, Kim
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- 2018
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16. Midwifery students’ understanding and knowledge of normal birth before ‘delivery’ of curriculum
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Davison, Clare, Geraghty, Sadie, and Morris, Sara
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- 2018
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17. The use of gender-neutral language in maternity settings: a narrative literature review.
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Crossan, Kimberley-Ann, Geraghty, Sadie, and Balding, Kirstie
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MATERNAL health services , *DIVERSITY & inclusion policies , *MEDICAL databases , *CINAHL database , *HEALTH services accessibility , *SOCIAL media , *MIDWIFERY , *SYSTEMATIC reviews , *LANGUAGE & languages , *GENDER-neutral language , *EXPERIENCE , *COMMUNICATION , *LGBTQ+ people , *MEDLINE , *THEMATIC analysis , *LITERATURE reviews - Abstract
Background/Aims: Midwives are vital healthcare professionals that are autonomous and passionate specialists on women, pregnancy, birthing and families. Staying up to date with contemporary issues enhances their ability to provide high-quality evidence-based care. One aspect of maternal care that is changing is the use of gender-neutral language. The aim of this review was to examine the use of gender-neutral language in maternity settings and collate the literature to expose any knowledge gaps. Methods: A narrative literature review was conducted, using primary research and literature reviews from the Cochrane Library, CINAHL and MEDLINE databases. A total of 106 articles were included. Results: Data analysis yielded four themes: etymology and the origins of language in maternity, the effects of language in maternity, attitudes, and social media and language. The literature identified the perspective of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, queer or questioning, asexual and other sexually or gender diverse population who have accessed maternity and childcare services. Not all literature was maternity specific, but provided insight into how to improve maternity services. Conclusions: It is recommended that education be provided for healthcare professionals when working with the LGBTIQA+ community. Updating paperwork and policies at a structural level will have a vast impact holistically on LGBTIQA+ maternity consumers. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2023
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18. Navigating midwifery solidarity: A feminist participatory action research framework.
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Buchanan, Kate, Newnham, Elizabeth, Geraghty, Sadie, and Whitehead, Lisa
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A core aspect of midwifery philosophy is the optimisation of normal physiology; however, this has been challenged as a radical idea in the medicalisation of birth. Research has demonstrated the benefits of midwifery in improving outcomes for both mothers and babies. The understanding of midwifery benefits fails to reach wider sociocultural contexts as births becomes more medicalised. Midwifery research requires an action arm, to help translate theory to practice and mobilise midwives in solidarity with women towards action and change. The aim of this article is to describe a Feminist Participatory Action Research (FPAR) by establishing the philosophical underpinnings, theory and methodology with an exemplar. FPAR has two distinct yet intertwined parts, a research arm and an action arm. The study was conducted using FPAR, and collaboration with nine women, who led transformative action within their community. The exemplar details the use of the FPAR framework. A FPAR framework was developed through this research to guide researchers aiming to use the FPAR design. The framework details four steps: 1. Create, 2. Collaborate, 3. Consider, and 4. Change. The iterative FPAR cycles were shown in this study to centre women in the research and guide the community research group towards transformative action. FPAR is shown in this project to assist midwifery researchers to realise solidarity and provides support for other midwifery researchers in applying feminist theory and participatory methodologies to bring about transformation within their research. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2023
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19. Development of a tool to identify barriers and enablers to practice innovation in midwifery: A participatory action research study.
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Davis, Sara D., Bayes, Sara, and Geraghty, Sadie
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MIDWIFERY ,COMMUNITY-based participatory research ,CLINICAL trials ,STAKEHOLDERS - Abstract
INTRODUCTION Transferring research evidence into midwifery practice is fraught with challenges and obstacles. Implementation tools can streamline the process and are most effective when they are discipline-specific; however, there are currently no midwifery specific implementation tools. The aim of this study was to develop a midwifery specific tool to identify barriers and enablers to evidence-informed practice change within the clinical setting. METHODS Participatory action research methodology was employed to ensure potential end-users contributed to content and format of the tool. Purposeful sampling ensured participants were selected from a range of midwifery practice settings in Western Australia and the United Kingdom. Data were collected through stakeholder advisory groups (SAGs) and online surveys. RESULTS Ten midwives participated in this project. Consultation occurred through face-to-face SAG meetings and online surveys until consensus was reached among participants about the content, format, and functionality of the end product which we called the 'Midwifery Tool for Change' (MT4C). CONCLUSIONS To our knowledge, the MT4C is the first readiness for change context assessment tool specific to midwifery practice settings. Evaluation of the MT4C in realworld practice change implementation initiatives will enable further refinement of the tool. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2023
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20. W4 - Finding work-life balance in midwifery.
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Bayes, Sara, Buchanan, Dr Kate, Dawson, Dr Kate, Geraghty, Sadie, Vukic, Deborah, Bloxsome, Dr Di, Hay, Sarah, Babatunde, Dr Lydia, and Taylor, Jacqueline
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- 2024
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21. O57 - Investigating the experiences and impact of working in Small Maternity Units on Single Registered Midwives.
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Bull, Angela, Bayes, Sara, and Geraghty, Sadie
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- 2024
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22. Opioid dependency in pregnancy
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Gibson, Claire and Geraghty, Sadie
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- 2016
23. Exploring the Professional Issue of Group B Streptococcus Screening in Pregnancy
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Bicheno, Sharna and Geraghty, Sadie
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- 2015
24. Working from home during the COVID-19 pandemic for midwifery and nursing academics.
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Geraghty, Sadie, Oliver, Kim, and Wang, Carol Chunfeng
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WORK environment , *HOME environment , *WELL-being , *LABOR productivity , *MIDWIFERY , *PERSONAL space , *MENTAL health , *ACADEMIC achievement , *QUALITATIVE research , *SOCIAL isolation , *LABOR supply , *LONELINESS , *NURSING students , *THEMATIC analysis , *COVID-19 pandemic - Abstract
Background/Aims: The COVID-19 pandemic significantly affected teaching for nursing and midwifery academics, as it shifted from face-to-face to online teaching from home. However, their experiences and how this impacted their ability to fulfil their academic roles has not been reported. This study investigated midwifery and nursing academics' working from home experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic and how this has impacted their ability to fulfil their academic roles. Methods: A qualitative approach was used for this study, analysing demographics and the answers to open-ended questions from 91 midwifery and nursing academics. Results: Six themes were derived: isolation, loneliness, work rituals, productivity, blurred boundaries and health and wellbeing. Generally, participants reported that they were more organised, focused and efficient, which gave them more time to spend with their families and pets. Most thought that they were more productive at home. However, the working environments for some participants were not ideal, as they were working in their kitchen or dining area, or in 'make-do' offices. Conclusions: The COVID-19 pandemic posed new working challenges for academics, many of whom had worked from home for a few days, but then needed to work from home for extended periods because of lockdowns. Academics reported an overall positive outlook for working from home, as it enabled more family time and more productivity. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2022
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25. Adherence to screening and management guidelines of maternal Group B Streptococcus colonization in pregnancy.
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Pangerl, Sabine, Sundin, Deborah, and Geraghty, Sadie
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STREPTOCOCCAL disease prevention ,PREVENTION of communicable diseases ,MIDWIFERY ,RESEARCH methodology ,MEDICAL screening ,RETROSPECTIVE studies ,QUANTITATIVE research ,PREGNANT women ,MEDICAL protocols ,PREGNANCY complications ,DESCRIPTIVE statistics ,PRENATAL care ,DATA analysis software ,SECONDARY analysis ,PREGNANCY - Abstract
Aims: To investigate Group B Streptococcus (GBS) colonization in pregnancy; adherence to antenatal GBS screening and adherence to the intrapartum antibiotics protocol within two models of care (midwifery and non‐midwifery led). Design: This retrospective quantitative study has employed a descriptive design using administrative health data. Methods: Data from five maternity hospitals in metropolitan and regional Western Australia that included 22,417 pregnant women who gave birth between 2015 and 2019 were examined, applying descriptive statistics using secondary data analysis. Results: The study revealed an overall GBS colonization rate of 21.7% with similar rates in the different cohorts. A lower adherence to screening was found in the midwifery led model of care (MMC, 68.76%, n = 7232) when compared with the non‐midwifery led model of care (NMMC, 90.49%, n = 10,767). Over the 5 years, screening rates trended down in the MMC with stable numbers in the counterpart. Adherence in relation to intrapartum antibiotic prophylaxis revealed discrepant findings between the study groups. Conclusion: Adherence to screening and management guidelines of maternal GBS colonization in pregnancy is lower within the MMC when compared with the NMMC. Impact This is the first cohort study to describe the adherence to the recommended Western Australian GBS screening guidelines in the two different models of care. Findings may assist in the guidance and improvement of clinical protocols as well as the planning of clinical care in relation to GBS screening to reduce the risk of neonatal GBS infection. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2022
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26. Effects of a nurse-led Tai Chi programme on improving quality of life, mental wellbeing, and physical function of women with breast cancer: Protocol for a randomized controlled trial.
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Wang, Carol Chunfeng, Geraghty, Sadie, Fox-Harding, Caitlin, and Wang, Calvin
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OCCUPATIONAL roles ,OBESITY ,STRETCH (Physiology) ,BLOOD pressure ,STATISTICS ,MCGILL Pain Questionnaire ,EVALUATION of human services programs ,SAMPLE size (Statistics) ,PAIN measurement ,BODY temperature ,ETHICS ,TIME ,CHRONIC diseases ,VITAL signs ,MENTAL health ,RESPIRATORY measurements ,OXYGEN saturation ,TAI chi ,QUALITATIVE research ,QUALITY of life ,NURSES ,BLIND experiment ,EXERCISE ,MENTAL depression ,HEART beat ,DESCRIPTIVE statistics ,QUESTIONNAIRES ,STATISTICAL sampling ,ANXIETY ,THEMATIC analysis ,DATA analysis ,DATA analysis software ,WOMEN'S health ,BREAST tumors ,CAUSAL models ,HEALTH self-care - Abstract
Objectives: Quality of life, mental wellbeing, and physical function deteriorate among women with breast cancer. Tai Chi is a moderate form of exercise that may be effective in improving the mental and physical wellbeing, therefore, the quality of life of women with breast cancer. This protocol paper outlines a trial to determine the therapeutic effects of a Tai Chi programme on breast cancer management. Methods: The study will be an interventional, single-blind, double-armed, randomized, and controlled trial involving a 12-week Tai Chi programme for women with breast cancer. Forty participants aged 18 years and above who are diagnosed with breast cancer from the general community will be recruited. All participants will be randomized to either a Tai Chi programme or a waiting list control group. The Tai Chi programme will involve 12 weeks of group Tai Chi sessions, with 45 min per session, twice a week. The primary outcome will be potential improvements to the quality of life, and secondary outcomes will be potential improvements in mental wellbeing (anxiety and depression), and physical function (pain, flexibility, obesity, and vital signs). These outcomes will be assessed via self-administered online assessments and physical examinations pre-and post-intervention. Linear mixed modelling will be used to assess changes in outcomes. Discussion and dissemination: Tai Chi is a safe, easy to learn, inexpensive, and low-intensity exercise with increasing popularity worldwide. If the intervention improves the quality of life in women with breast cancer, this study will build research capacity and increase awareness of the potential for Tai Chi to empower patients and engage them in self-management of breast cancer symptoms. Research findings will be disseminated to the public, health professionals, researchers, and healthcare providers through conference presentations, lay summaries, and peer-reviewed publications. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2022
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27. O6 - Single Registered Midwives in Small Maternity Units: Experiences with Midwifery and Nursing work
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Bull, Ms Angela, Bayes, Sara, and Geraghty, Sadie
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- 2023
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28. Care ethics framework for midwifery practice: A scoping review.
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Buchanan, Kate, Newnham, Elizabeth, Ireson, Deborah, Davison, Clare, and Geraghty, Sadie
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PROFESSIONAL practice ,MATERNAL health services ,CINAHL database ,ONLINE information services ,ETHICS ,PROFESSIONS ,MIDWIFERY ,DATABASE design ,SYSTEMATIC reviews ,MEDICAL personnel ,ACQUISITION of data ,CONCEPTUAL structures ,DATABASE management ,EXPERIENCE ,INTERPROFESSIONAL relations ,PATIENT care ,MEDLINE ,LITERATURE reviews ,EMOTIONS ,NEEDS assessment ,NURSING records - Abstract
Background: As a normative theory, care ethics has become widely theorized and accepted. However, there remains a lack of clarity in relation to its use in practice, and a care ethics framework for practice. Maternity care is fraught with ethical issues and care ethics may provide an avenue to enhance ethical sensitivity. Aim: The purpose of this scoping review is to determine how care ethics is used amongst health professions, and to collate the information in data charts to create a care ethics framework and definition for midwifery practice. Method: The scoping review was conducted according to the Preferred Reporting Items for Scoping reviews (PRISMA-ScR) and Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) recommendations. The search was applied to the databases CINAHL, MEDLINE, PschInfo and Pubmed which were searched in September 2019 and again in July 2021. The inclusion criteria were guided by the mnemonic for search terms: Participants, Concept, and Context (PCC) and included variations of health care professionals, care ethics and utilization. The search was limited to qualitative studies published in English between 2010 and 2021. A data extraction tool was used to extract and synthesize data into categories. The articles were screened for eligibility by title, abstract and full text review, by two independent reviewers. Ethical Considerations: The scoping review was guided by ethical conduct respecting authorship and referencing sources. Results: Twelve of the initially identified 129 studies were included in the scoping review. Data synthesis yielded four categories of care ethics use by health professionals: relationship, context, attention to power and caring practices. In combination, the evidence forms a framework for care ethics use in midwifery practice. Conclusion: Care ethics use by health professionals enhances ethical sensitivity. A framework and definition for care ethics for midwifery practice is proposed. This review will be of interest to midwives and other health practitioners seeking to enhance ethical sensitivity. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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29. Effects of Tai Chi on the quality of life, mental wellbeing, and physical function of adults with chronic diseases: Protocol for a single-blind, two-armed, randomised controlled trial.
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Wang, Carol Chunfeng, Lo, Johnny, Geraghty, Sadie, and Yang, Angela Wei Hong
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ANXIETY ,TAI chi ,PHYSICAL mobility ,GENERALIZED anxiety disorder ,PULSE oximeters ,MCGILL Pain Questionnaire ,CHRONIC diseases - Abstract
Introduction: Quality of life (QoL), mental wellbeing, and physical function are often diminished among people with chronic disease. Tai Chi is a moderate form of exercise that may be effective in improving chronic disease management. This protocol paper outlines a trial to determine the therapeutic effects of a Tai Chi program on chronic disease management. Methods and analysis: This study will be a pilot, interventional, single-blind, two-armed, randomised, parallel, and controlled trial involving a 12-week Tai Chi program for Australian adults. Forty people aged 18 years and older, diagnosed with one or more chronic disease from general community will be recruited. All participants will be randomised to either a 12-week Tai Chi program or a waiting list control group. The Tai Chi program will involve 12 weeks of group Tai Chi sessions, with 45 minutes per session, twice a week. The primary outcome will be QoL as measured by mean scores on the 12-item Short Form Health Survey (SF-12v2) and the EuroQoL (EQ-5D). The secondary outcomes will include anxiety as measured by mean score on the generalised anxiety disorder 7 (GAD-7) survey; depression as measured by mean score on the patient health questionnaire (PHQ-9); work productivity and activity assessment (WPAI:SHP); pain (if any) as measured by mean scores on the visual analogue scale (VAS) and the McGill pain questionnaire (MPQ). These primary and secondary outcomes will be self-administered via two online assessments prior to (T0) and post-intervention (T1). Objective measures as additional secondary outcomes, will also be carried out by the research team including flexibility as measured by the finger to floor distance (FFD); obesity as measured by mean scores on body mass index (BMI); vital signs (blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, temperate, and oxygen saturation) as measured by a blood pressure monitor, tympanic, and pulse oximetry device, and these outcomes will be measured at T0 and T1 in the ECU Holistic Health Research Clinic. People diagnosed with pre-diabetes or diabetes, their glycosylated haemoglobin (HbA1C) and fasting (before breakfast) blood glucose level (BGL) will also be measured via test kits at T0 and T1 in the clinic. Linear mixed modelling will be conducted to assess changes in outcomes. Statistical significance will be set at an alpha level of 0.05 with a medium effect size. All analyses will be conducted using R version 4.1. Qualitative data will be analysed using template thematic analysis. Ethics and dissemination: Ethical approval has been obtained from the Edith Cowan University (ECU) Human Research Ethics Committee (2021-03042-WANG). Research findings will be disseminated to the public, health professionals, researchers, and healthcare providers through conference presentations, lay summaries, and peer-reviewed publications. This study will provide an updated evidence on a safe, sustainable, and inexpensive non-pharmacological approach in the management of chronic disease, the number one burden of disease in Australia. Trial registration: Trial registration number:ACTRN12622000042741p. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2022
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30. Is work-related stress affecting nurses and midwives?
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Geraghty, Sadie and Oliver, Kim
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- 2015
31. African immigrant parents' understanding of their teenager's newly diagnosed diabetes status
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Geraghty, Sadie, Bayes, Sara, and Hart, Annette
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- 2015
32. Supporting the older midwifery workforce.
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Geraghty, Sadie
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PSYCHOLOGICAL burnout , *MIDWIVES , *FINANCIAL stress , *MIDWIFERY , *AGING , *SOCIAL support , *LABOR supply , *PSYCHOSOCIAL factors , *OLD age - Abstract
The author reflects on the need for the British National Health Service (NHS) to develop and implement strategies to support older midwives to enhance their workplace efficiency and ensure longer working lives. Other topics include the financial challenges facing midwives for their retirement, the number of registered midwives based on Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) data, and the shortage of midwives in Great Britain as per the Royal College of Midwives.
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- 2024
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33. Breech presentation management: A critical review of leading clinical practice guidelines.
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Morris, Sara, Geraghty, Sadie, and Sundin, Deborah
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Clinical practice guidelines are designed to guide clinicians and consumers of maternity services in clinical decision making, but recommendations are often consensus based and differ greatly between leading organisations. Breech birth is a divisive clinical issue, however vaginal breech births continue to occur despite a globally high caesarean section rate for breech presenting fetuses. Inconsistencies are known to exist between clinical practice guidelines relating to the management of breech presentation. The aim of this review was to critically evaluate and compare leading obstetric clinical practice guidelines related to the management of breech presenting fetuses. Leading obstetric guidelines were purposively obtained for review. Analysis was conducted using the International Centre for Allied Health Evidence (iCAHE) Guideline Quality Checklist and reviewing the content of each guideline. Antenatal care recommendations and indications for Caesarean Section were relatively consistent between clinical guidelines. However, several inconsistencies were found among the other recommendations in terms of birth mode counselling, intrapartum management and the basis for recommendations. Inconsistencies noted in the clinical practice guidelines have the potential to cause issues related to valid consent and create confusion among clinicians and maternity consumers. Clinical practice guidelines, which focus on the risks of a Vaginal Breech Birth without also discussing the risks of a Caesarean Section when a breech presentation is diagnosed, has the potential to sway clinician attitudes and impact birth mode decision-making in maternity consumers. To respect pregnant women's autonomy and fulfil the legal requirements of consent, clinicians should provide balanced counselling. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2022
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34. An Australian Perspective: The Art of Being With Students
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Geraghty, Sadie M. and Bayes, Sara
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35. Peripheral thermometry: Agreement between non‐touch infrared versus traditional modes in an adult population.
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Sweeting, Penelope, Murphy, Minakshi, Geraghty, Sadie, and Duddle, Maree
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MEDICAL thermometry ,TYMPANIC body temperature ,STATISTICS ,BODY temperature ,CONFIDENCE intervals ,AXILLA ,ONE-way analysis of variance ,MEDICAL thermometers ,COMPARATIVE studies ,REPEATED measures design ,DESCRIPTIVE statistics ,TYMPANIC membrane ,STATISTICAL sampling ,NURSING students ,DATA analysis ,DATA analysis software ,MOUTH ,LONGITUDINAL method ,ADULTS - Abstract
Aim: To test whether infrared non‐touch forehead thermometry (FNTT) obtains comparable temperature readings in adults compared with common, non‐invasive thermometry methods such as axillary (DAT), oral (DOT) and infrared tympanic (ITT). Design: A prospective, repeated‐measures comparative diagnostic test study design was used for this study. Methods: Data were collected from a convenience sample of 169 nursing students over 3 months (March 2019 to May 2019). Participants had their temperature measured once with each of the four thermometers. Agreement between thermometers was assessed using repeated‐measures analysis of variance with Bonferroni post hoc testing. Results/findings: One hundred and sixty‐one participants were included in the final analysis. A repeated‐measures ANOVA showed statistically significant differences between the four thermometer temperature readings. Post hoc pairwise comparisons with Bonferroni adjustment revealed infrared non‐touch forehead thermometry demonstrated statistically significant higher mean temperatures compared with digital oral thermometry MD = 0.466℃ (95% CI, 0.357–0.576, p <.001) and digital axillary thermometry MD = 0.897℃ (95% CI, 0.752–1.043, p <.001), but not with infrared tympanic MD = 0.069℃ (95% CI, −0.025–0.162, p =.307). Conclusions: This study found that infrared non‐touch forehead thermometry consistently produced higher temperature readings in adults compared with other common forms of peripheral thermometry. Caution should be taken when using forehead non‐touch thermometer readings interchangeably with digital oral and digital axillary readings unless corrections for bias are made. More research is needed into whether infrared non‐touch forehead thermometry and infrared tympanic could be used interchangeably. Impact statement: This study aimed to address whether non‐touch forehead could be used interchangeably with other common forms of non‐invasive thermometry. Our result revealed inconsistencies in temperature readings between the different thermometers. Consequently, healthcare professionals should exercise caution when monitoring temperature trends where readings have been taken by different types of peripheral thermometers. This study could impact healthcare clinicians responsible for the monitoring and recording of peripheral temperatures. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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36. Effects of a nurse-led Tai Chi programme on improving quality of life, mental wellbeing, and physical function of women with breast cancer: Protocol for a randomized controlled trial.
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Chunfeng Wang, Carol, Geraghty, Sadie, Fox-Harding, Caitlin, and Wang, Calvin
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BREAST tumor treatment ,OCCUPATIONAL roles ,EVALUATION of human services programs ,TAI chi ,RANDOMIZED controlled trials ,NURSES ,BLIND experiment ,WOMEN'S health - Abstract
Objectives: Quality of life, mental wellbeing, and physical function deteriorate among women with breast cancer. Tai Chi is a moderate form of exercise that may be effective in improving the mental and physical wellbeing, therefore, the quality of life of women with breast cancer. This protocol paper outlines a trial to determine the therapeutic effects of a Tai Chi programme on breast cancer management. Methods: The study will be an interventional, single-blind, double-armed, randomized, and controlled trial involving a 12-week Tai Chi programme for women with breast cancer. Forty participants aged 18 years and above who are diagnosed with breast cancer from the general community will be recruited. All participants will be randomized to either a Tai Chi programme or a waiting list control group. The Tai Chi programme will involve 12 weeks of group Tai Chi sessions, with 45 min per session, twice a week. The primary outcome will be potential improvements to the quality of life, and secondary outcomes will be potential improvements in mental wellbeing (anxiety and depression), and physical function (pain, flexibility, obesity, and vital signs). These outcomes will be assessed via self-administered online assessments and physical examinations pre-and post-intervention. Linear mixed modelling will be used to assess changes in outcomes. Discussion and dissemination: Tai Chi is a safe, easy to learn, inexpensive, and low-intensity exercise with increasing popularity worldwide. If the intervention improves the quality of life in women with breast cancer, this study will build research capacity and increase awareness of the potential for Tai Chi to empower patients and engage them in self-management of breast cancer symptoms. Research findings will be disseminated to the public, health professionals, researchers, and healthcare providers through conference presentations, lay summaries, and peer-reviewed publications. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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37. Women's experiences of breech birth decision making: An integrated review.
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Morris, Sara E., Sundin, Deborah, and Geraghty, Sadie
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CESAREAN section ,FETAL presentation ,DECISION making ,MATERNAL mortality ,MIDWIFERY - Abstract
INTRODUCTION Currently, caesarean section is the primary mode of birth for a breech presenting fetus, leading to a deskilling of clinicians and limitation of birth choices for women. The aim of this review is to present a synthesized summary of existing literature related to women's experiences of breech birth mode decision-making. METHODS A systematic search of the literature was conducted in April 2021, utilizing five databases to identify and obtain peer-reviewed articles meeting the predetermined selection criteria. RESULTS Four major categories were synthesized from the integrated review: 1) Women who desire a vaginal birth may experience a range of negative emotions such as feelings of disempowerment, loss, uncertainty and a sense of isolation; 2) Women who experience a breech presentation at term experience significant pressures to conform to expectations of medical professionals and their families due to perceptions of risk related to breech birth; 3) Breech birth decision-making in a limiting system; and 4) Overall satisfaction with the decision to plan a vaginal breech birth. CONCLUSION Women with a breech presenting fetus at term experience a complex range of emotions and internal and external pressures due to perceptions of risk around breech birth. Midwives were seen as helpful throughout the breech experience. The reduced caesarean section rate for breech, observed in studies exploring specialized care pathways or dedicated services, could reduce the incidence of Severe Acute Maternal Morbidity. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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38. Using social media in contemporary nursing: risks and benefits.
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Geraghty, Sadie, Hari, Renjith, and Oliver, Kim
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PROFESSIONAL ethics , *PRIVACY , *LEISURE , *HEALTH policy , *PROFESSIONS , *SOCIAL media , *GOVERNMENT regulation , *LEGAL liability , *NURSING practice , *RISK assessment , *SELF-efficacy , *MEDICAL ethics , *POLITICAL participation , *LABOR discipline , *TRUST - Abstract
Social media has become incorporated into the practice of contemporary nursing. It must be acknowledged by the nurse and the nursing profession that social media has the power to enable the nurse to network with colleagues and share research findings through both private and open forums. However, it also has the potential to negatively influence patient care. This article discusses the use of social media and the dilemmas both ethical and legal. It highlights the need for the nurse and the nursing profession to remain vigilant regarding its use within both their personal and professional lives, to ensure that no boundaries are inadvertently crossed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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39. Barriers to Quality Midwifery Care: A Systematic Review and Meta-Synthesis of Qualitative Data.
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Ismaila, Yakubu, Bayes, Sara, and Geraghty, Sadie
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40. Women's experiences of breech birth and disciplinary power.
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Morris, Sara, Geraghty, Sadie, and Sundin, Deborah
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CHILDBIRTH , *RESEARCH , *ATTITUDES of mothers , *RESEARCH methodology , *BREECH delivery , *INTERVIEWING - Abstract
Aims: To explore women's experiences of breech pregnancy and birth to identify areas in practice for improvement. Design: A descriptive exploratory study was conducted involving 20 women who had experienced a breech birth between 2013 and 2018. Methods: Semi‐structured interviews were audio recorded and transcribed. Transcripts were examined using a free‐form 'circling and parking' style of analysis. Foucault's concepts of power/knowledge were utilized to describe existing power relations. Results: Women experienced varying degrees of disciplinary power throughout their experiences. Knowledge was used as a means of enforcing disciplinary power by some clinicians and by women to 'arm' themselves and 'fight' to regain what they perceived as a loss of power and autonomy. Midwives were seen as navigators of a restrictive, medicalized healthcare system. Conclusion: By better understanding the power dynamics which exist as well as the stages women go through when experiencing a breech presentation, there remains the potential to identify areas in practice which need improving, and aid clinicians in better supporting women through what can be a very difficult time. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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41. An integrative review: Midwives experience of using implementation resources to bridge the evidence to practice gap in midwifery
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Leo, Annemarie De, Geraghty, Sadie, and Bayes, Sara
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42. Casual for a cause: Exploring the employment status of nursing in Australia and China
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Wang, Carol Chunfeng and Geraghty, Sadie
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43. Is faculty practice valuable? The experience of Western Australian nursing and midwifery academics undertaking faculty clinical practice - A discussion paper
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Fowler, Amanda C., Baker, Melanie, and Geraghty, Sadie
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44. Midwifery leaders' views on the factors considered crucial to implementing evidence-based practice in clinical areas.
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De Leo, Annemarie, Bayes, Sara, Butt, Janice, Bloxsome, Dianne, and Geraghty, Sadie
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The evidence-to-practice gap continues to persist in healthcare and midwives report limited knowledge and use of effective intervention strategies to support the implementation of new evidence-based practices in clinical settings. Despite ongoing development and dissemination of high quality research findings, the translation of latest research evidence by midwives into new evidence-based practices remains sub-optimal. This inefficiency places consumers at risk of obsolete or potentially dangerous healthcare interventions. To explore midwifery leaders' views on what information and support midwives require to lead practice change initiatives in clinical areas. The study formed part of a broader Participatory Action Research (PAR) project designed to improve the processes by which midwives implement evidence-based practice change in clinical settings. The study employed a qualitative design and was guided by the methodological underpinnings of Action Research (AR). One core finding emerged to fulfil the aim and objectives of the study. To lead implementation of evidence-based practices, midwives need practical solutions and a map of the process, packaged into a centralised web-based resource. The findings reported in this study provide valuable insight into the specific needs of midwives wanting to improve the uptake and longevity of new evidence based practices in clinical areas. This includes information specific to evidence implementation, support networks and knowledge of Implementation Science. To lead practice change initiatives, midwives require a web-based resource that standardises the process of evidence implementation, while providing midwives with clear direction and the support needed to confidently champion for evidence base change in clinical areas. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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45. Graduating midwifery students' preferred model of practice and first job decisions: A qualitative study.
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Kuliukas, Lesley, Bayes, Sara, Geraghty, Sadie, Bradfield, Zoe, and Davison, Clare
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To explore and describe the preferred model of practice and first job decisions of final stage midwifery students from three Western Australian universities. Qualitative descriptive. Three Western Australian (WA) universities offering courses leading to registration as a midwife. Twenty-seven midwifery students from undergraduate and postgraduate (pre-registration) courses. Data were collected from recorded interviews and focus groups. Thematic analysis of interview transcripts was used to identify commonalities. Data saturation guided when recruitment ceased and final sample size was achieved. Participants' preferred model of maternity care was influenced by learning about and witnessing both autonomous midwifery practice and collaborative care during their studies. The greatest influence was clinical experience, with most preferring a continuity of midwifery model (CoM) but first consolidating their practice in a public hospital. Most students reported that they would not choose a private hospital as their first option. Work/life balance was also considered, with some accepting that family commitments and a need to work close to home may prevent them from choosing a CoM model. Although many Australian midwifery students start their midwifery course with preconceived ideology of their eventual workplace, the influences of their educators, clinical placement environment, preceptors and continuity of care experience relationships with women helped determine their final direction. To provide students with the experiences to become woman-centred autonomous practitioners it is important for universities and all maternity care providers to carefully consider their responsibility in how they influence midwifery students in education and practice. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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46. Special Report: TRICKS AND TALES: MIDWIFERY STUDENTS' EXPERIENCES OF ORGANISING A MIDWIFERY CONFERENCE.
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Merton, Veronica, Guerin, Ashlee, and Geraghty, Sadie
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MIDWIFERY education ,MIDWIVES ,HEALTH occupations students ,LEADERSHIP ,CREATIVE ability ,CONFERENCES & conventions ,EXPERIENCE ,LABOR supply ,UNIVERSITIES & colleges ,STUDENTS ,SPECIAL days - Published
- 2021
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47. Shared learning on an international clinical placement: Promoting symbiotic midwifery practice knowledge.
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Dube, Mpho, Geraghty, Sadie, Bull, Angela, Arini, Ketut Novia, Adnyani, Sukma, Noviani, Ni Wayan, Budiani, Ni Nyoman, Mahayati, Ni Made Dwi, Utarini, Gusti Ayu Eka, and Sriasih, Ni Gusti Kompiang
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The aim of this study was to explore the experiences of shared learning between Australian and Balinese midwifery students during a two-week clinical placement in Bali Indonesia. Cultural safety in midwifery is a key concept that is underpinned by the provision of holistic quality midwifery care to all women. Therefore, culturally safe midwifery care identifies, protects and promotes women's individual cultures and is a key concept that is fostered in midwifery education. To educate culturally safe midwives, international placements to resource limited countries have become more common within midwifery education programs. This study used a qualitative research design with a convenience sampling design. The participants were enrolled in midwifery courses in a University in the Northern Territory of Australia (n = 9), a Balinese private midwifery school (n = 4) and a Balinese public midwifery school (n = 4). Thematic analysis was used to analyse the data. The findings were categorised into major themes under the headings of "Learning together despite differences"; "Cultural differences", "Communication, Resources", and "Recommendations for future placements". This study provides a valuable insight into how shared learning increases students' midwifery knowledge and is fundamental in understanding cultural differences that could be applied to students' clinical midwifery practice. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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48. Importance of vitamin D during the antenatal period for maternal well-being.
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Jarvis, Gemma and Geraghty, Sadie
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ENRICHED foods , *DIETARY supplements , *MEDICAL protocols , *PRENATAL care , *RICKETS , *ULTRAVIOLET radiation , *VITAMIN D deficiency , *WELL-being , *CHOLECALCIFEROL , *ATTITUDES of mothers , *DISEASE risk factors , *CHILDREN , *PREGNANCY - Abstract
Vitamin D deficiency is widely recognised as a major public health issue around the world; and is essential for optimal development and strengthening of the musculoskeletal system including the prevention of conditions such as osteoporosis, osteopenia and rickets. The association between vitamin D and childhood rickets has led to the fortification of food sources and consequently the eradication of the rickets disease. Vitamin D levels are of particular importance for pregnant women, especially for the development of the bone and muscle development of the fetus. In the last decade there has been a substantial increase in the incidence of vitamin D deficiency and the re-emergence of the childhood rickets disease. It is vital that vitamin D levels are at optimal levels during pregnancy as maternal calcium demands increase significantly to meet the demands of the developing fetus, especially in the third trimester. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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49. Do midwifery International clinical placements influence students' practice and employment decisions?
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Geraghty, Sadie, Davison, Clare, DeLeo, Annemarie, and Bloxsome, Dianne
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The aim of this study was to investigate whether an International two-week clinical maternity placement enhances, and is beneficial, to midwifery students' future practice and employment decisions during the final year of an undergraduate degree. International placements are common in undergraduate pre-registration nursing midwifery university curricula, with the emphasis on preparing students to work with diverse women in multicultural environments whilst incorporating cultural competence. However, little is known as to whether an International placement influences future graduate's work place choice. Using a qualitative approach, focus groups were undertaken with 16 final year midwifery students from a University in Western Australia who had experienced a two-week International clinical midwifery placement in Tanzania (Africa) or Manilla (Philippines). Data was analysed using thematic analysis. The results of the study revealed eight over-arching themes that revealed an increase in midwifery student's confidence; an awareness of the need to consolidate knowledge and skills, reinforcement of their own career aspirations, midwifery beliefs and trust in women and physiological birth. This study confirms the benefits of overseas clinical placements, which provide opportunities beyond developing cultural sensitivity. Midwifery students are challenged to develop not only practical competence, but confidence to trust in themselves and the process of physiological birth. These experiences validate theoretical learning and provide opportunity to reflect on the possibilities of future employment and decision making as a midwife. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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50. "Doing Magic With Very Little": Barriers to Ghanaian Midwives' Ability to Provide Quality Maternal and Neonatal Care.
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Ismaila, Yakubu, Bayes, Sara, and Geraghty, Sadie
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