Authors: Medhanyie A, Apigt M, Dinant G, Blanco R
This study investigated the knowledge and performance of health extension workers (HEWs) on antenatal and delivery care.
And barriers and facilitators for HEWs in the provision of maternal health care. 39 HEWs working in health posts were interviewed. Findings showed that poor knowledge of HEWs, poorly equipped health posts, and poor referral systems makes it difficult for HEWs to play a key role in improving health facility deliveries, skilled birth attendance, and on-time referral through early identification of danger signs. There is an urgent need to design appropriate strategies to improve the performance of HEWs by enhancing their knowledge and competencies and working conditions.
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Resource Topic: Community Health Workers/Volunteers, Maternal, Newborn and Child Health, Performance management
Resource Type: Journal articles, Research
Year: 2012
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Country: Ethiopia
Publisher May Restrict Access: No