| Autor: |
Hewat, Roberta J., Ellis, Donelda J. |
| Zdroj: |
Health Care for Women International; Jan1984, Vol. 5 Issue 5/6, p437-452, 16p |
| Abstrakt: |
A retrospective, qualitative study of women's perceptions of their breastfeeding experiences was conducted to identify factors influencing breastfeeding, determine new parameters for nursing assessment, and clarify nursing's role. A matched sample of 40 women was selected for interview in their homes. Twenty had breastfed 2 days to 8 weeks and 20 had breastfed 6–14 months. Analysis indicated eight major variables that strongly influence the initiation, maintenance, and resolution of breastfeeding. Five variables concerning the women were: priorities related to beliefs, values, and goals about breastfeeding; congruence of expectations to actual experiences; physical recovery; interpretation of infant behaviors; and type of support received. Three related to the infant were: amounts and frequency of feeding; infant temperament and behavior; and physical attributes. Nursing assistance to breastfeeding women as it is now practiced is limited. The data suggest a framework that supports direction for nursing assessment and a basis for expanded intervention. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER] |
| Databáze: |
Complementary Index |
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