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Midwives' knowledge, attitudes and learning needs regarding antenatal vaccination.

Annette K Regan1, Yvonne Hauck2, Lisa Nicolaou3

  • 1School of Public Health, Curtin University, Bentley, WA 6152, Australia.

Midwifery
|May 1, 2018
PubMed
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Midwives strongly support antenatal vaccination and see it as their responsibility. They need more education and resources to effectively administer vaccines to pregnant patients.

Area of Science:

  • Maternal Health
  • Vaccinology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Antenatal vaccination is crucial for protecting pregnant individuals and their infants.
  • Midwives play a key role in maternal healthcare delivery.
  • Understanding midwife knowledge and attitudes is essential for improving vaccination uptake.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess midwives' knowledge, attitudes, and learning needs concerning antenatal vaccination.
  • To identify barriers and facilitators for vaccine administration by midwives.
  • To inform the development of targeted educational interventions.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 252 midwives in Western Australia.
  • The survey assessed knowledge, attitudes, and self-reported practices regarding antenatal vaccines.
Keywords:
MidwiferyPrenatal carePreventive medicineVaccination

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  • Data were collected between November 2015 and July 2016.

    • Main Results:

    • A high proportion of midwives supported influenza and pertussis vaccination for pregnant women.
    • While most midwives believed they should administer vaccines, knowledge regarding administration varied.
    • A significant need for further education on vaccine administration was reported, with staffing/certification being a key barrier.

    Conclusions:

    • Midwives are receptive to providing antenatal vaccination services.
    • There is a clear demand for professional development to enhance midwives' capacity to administer vaccines.
    • Integrating vaccination into routine antenatal care requires addressing educational and logistical barriers.