Midwives’ knowledge concerning the prophylaxis of pelvic organ prolapse and stress urinary incontinence
Keywords:
prophylaxis, pelvic organ prolapse, stress urinary incontinence, knowledge, midwifeAbstract
MIDWIVES’ KNOWLEDGE CONCERNING THE PROPHYLAXIS OF PELVIC ORGAN PROLAPSE AND STRESS URINARY INCONTINENCE
Introduction. Pelvic organ prolapse and stress urinary incontinence are one the most common problems women experience at different stages of life. They can be prevented by taking proper prophylaxis. These prevention measures should consist in encouraging a healthy lifestyle, exercising regularly in order to strengthen the pelvic diaphragm, obesity prevention and countering constipation. These steps may be taken by women of all ages although the most significant stages in life are the perinatal period, the postnatal period and the perioperative period (surgeries within the abdominal cavity).
Aim. The aim of the paper is to present midwives’ knowledge about the prevention of pelvic organ prolapse and stress urinary incontinence.
Material and methods. The material for the research are based on surveys obtained from 50 midwives who took part in the research conducted in November and December 2009. The research was conducted in the Provincial Specialist Hospital in Rzeszów.
Results. The factors particularly influencing the level of knowledge were: seniority and work experience – longer-serving employees with wider experience much more frequently provided their charges with training. Furthermore, respondents who took part in various forms of in-service training had a broader scope of knowledge in the field than the rest of the questioned.
Conclusions. The knowledge concerning pelvic organ prolapse and stress urinary incontinence among the researched nurses is on an average level and depends on their seniority and work experience. Hence, constant training in the subject of pelvic organ prolapse and stress urinary incontinence is justified and valid. It may improve communication with patients and positively affect their satisfaction with care provided.
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