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Maternal risk during pregnancy: a concept analysis.

Lucy R Van Otterloo¹, Cynthia D Connelly²

¹California State University, Long Beach, Long Beach, CA, USA. lucy.vanotterloo@csulb.edu.

Journal of Clinical Nursing

|June 29, 2016

Summary

Understanding maternal risk is crucial for safe pregnancy care. This analysis clarifies risk perceptions to improve communication and individualized care for expectant mothers.

Keywords:

concept analysis maternal risk maternity nursing pregnancy

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Maternal Health
Concept Analysis

Background:

Maternal morbidities are increasing despite identified risk factors.
A common definition of 'risk' in pregnancy is lacking.
Differing risk perceptions hinder consistent and appropriate maternal care.

Purpose of the Study:

To analyze the concept of maternal risk.
To explore implications for clinical practice using Walker and Avant's method.
To improve understanding and communication regarding maternal risk.

Main Methods:

Concept analysis using Walker and Avant's eight-step method.
Literature search of CINAHL, PubMed, Medline, and Google Scholar (2000-2014).
Keywords: 'risk', 'maternal', 'pregnancy'.

Main Results:

Three defining attributes of risk identified: chance of injury/loss, cognitive recognition, and decision-making.
Antecedent of risk involves understanding the situation and potential consequences.
Consequences include actions taken based on risk perception and decision-making.

Conclusions:

Clarifies the concept of maternal risk, aiding individualized care plans.
Empowers nurses to advocate for appropriate care by bridging communication gaps.
Highlights how differing risk perceptions can lead to miscommunication and inadequate care.