Authors: Lívia P. Bonifácio, João M. A. Marques and Elisabeth M. Vieira
The provision of routine prenatal care is a crucial step towards reduction of health risks in women and their children that is typically the responsibility of primary health providers, often carried out by community health workers (CHWs). This cross-sectional study ascertained CHW awareness regarding (1) their general responsibilities (2) initial contact with pregnant women (3) recommended examinations and vaccinations for pregnant women (4) pregnancy complications and signs of labor and (5) lifestyle considerations for pregnant women.
Link: Assessment of the knowledge of Brazilian Community Health Workers regarding prenatal care
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Resource Topic: CHW Role, Maternal, Newborn and Child Health
Resource Type: Journal articles
Year: 2019
Region: Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC)
Country: Brazil
Publisher May Restrict Access: No