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Autonomy in place of birth: a concept analysis.

Berglind Halfdansdottir¹, Margaret E Wilson², Ingegerd Hildingsson^3,4,5

¹University of Iceland, Eirberg, Eiriksgata 34, 101, Reykjavik, Iceland. beh6@hi.is.

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|February 3, 2015

Summary

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Autonomy in place of birth is defined by having information, capacity, and freedom. This concept analysis provides a framework for pregnant women and healthcare providers discussing childbirth location choices.

Keywords:

Autonomy Choice Concept analysis Home birth Midwifery Place of birth

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Area of Science:

Maternal Health
Bioethics
Healthcare Decision-Making

Background:

The debate surrounding home birth involves complex ethical considerations, particularly concerning patient autonomy.
Understanding autonomy in the context of birthplace selection is crucial for informed decision-making in childbirth.
Existing literature lacks a clear conceptualization of autonomy specifically related to the place of birth.

Purpose of the Study:

To analyze the concept of autonomy in place of birth within general language, ethics, and healthcare literature.
To define the attributes, antecedents, and consequences of autonomy in birthplace selection.
To provide a framework for evaluating autonomy in decisions about where to give birth.

Main Methods:

A concept analysis guided by the Walker and Avant model was employed.
Literature review across general language, ethics, and childbirth healthcare domains.
Identification and analysis of model, borderline, and contrary cases of autonomy in place of birth.

Main Results:

Autonomy in place of birth is defined by three core attributes: access to information, capacity to understand, and freedom from coercion.
The antecedent condition for this autonomy is the principle of not harming others.
Accountability for the outcome is identified as a key consequence of autonomous birthplace decisions.

Conclusions:

The defined attributes of autonomy in place of birth offer a practical tool for pregnant women, midwives, and healthcare professionals.
This conceptualization aids in contemplating moral status and facilitating discussions regarding birthplace choices.
Empowering informed and autonomous decisions supports ethical and patient-centered maternity care.