Publication: Experience of Respectful Maternity Care during Labor and Childbirth among Women Admitted in Postnatal Ward of a Hospital of Siddharthanagar Municipality
| creativeworkseries.issn | ISSN 3059-9156 (Print), ISSN 3059-9164 (Online) | |
| dc.contributor.author | Khatri, Binita | |
| dc.contributor.author | Gurung, Saraj | |
| dc.contributor.author | Bajracharya, Srishti | |
| dc.date.accessioned | 2025-12-25T11:58:48Z | |
| dc.date.available | 2025-12-25T11:58:48Z | |
| dc.date.issued | 2025 | |
| dc.description | Binita Khatri School of Nursing, Rapti Academy of Health Sciences, Ghorahi, Dang, Nepal Saraj Gurung Universal College of Nursing Sciences, Universal College of Medical Sciences, Bhairahawa, Nepal Srishti Bajracharya Universal College of Nursing Sciences, Universal College of Medical Sciences, Bhairahawa, Nepal | |
| dc.description.abstract | Abstract: Introduction: Respectful Maternity Care (RMC) involves upholding a woman’s dignity, privacy, informed decision-making, and emotional support throughout childbirth. However, many women worldwide, including in Nepal, continue to experience mistreatment such as neglect, verbal abuse, and inadequate privacy, which undermines their trust in healthcare. This study explores postnatal mothers’ experiences with RMC during labor and childbirth. Methods: The qualitative study was conducted in the postnatal ward among 13 mothers who had normal vaginal deliveries. Using a non-probability purposive sampling technique, researchers conducted in-depth interviews after obtaining ethical and administrative approvals. Participants gave written consent, and interviews were held privately to ensure confidentiality. Interviews were transcribed, translated, and thematically analyzed. Field notes were coded, and transcripts reviewed to identify key concerns. Results: The findings of the study are summarized in seven key themes: informed consent, right to information, privacy & confidentiality, freedom from abuse, freedom from discrimination, neglect & abandonment and dignity & respect. Interpretation of the data showed that women reported positive experiences when informed about procedures. However, issues regarding pain relief options and privacy were noted, where some women felt their privacy was not maintained during examinations, which is a crucial aspect of respectful maternity care. Conclusion: This study reveals strengths and gaps in RMC. While verbal consent and non-discriminatory care were noted, key aspects like informed decision-making, communication, privacy, and emotional support were often missing. Neglect and mistreatment highlight systemic issues, calling for better training, staffing, and a respectful, accountable care environment. | |
| dc.identifier | https://doi.org/10.70027/jrahs67 | |
| dc.identifier.uri | https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.14572/3841 | |
| dc.language.iso | en_US | |
| dc.publisher | Rapti Academy of Health Sciences (RAHS) | |
| dc.subject | experience | |
| dc.subject | mothers | |
| dc.subject | postnatal | |
| dc.subject | respectful maternity care | |
| dc.title | Experience of Respectful Maternity Care during Labor and Childbirth among Women Admitted in Postnatal Ward of a Hospital of Siddharthanagar Municipality | |
| dc.type | Article | |
| dspace.entity.type | Publication | |
| local.article.type | Original Article | |
| oaire.citation.endPage | 7 | |
| oaire.citation.startPage | 1 | |
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