The Study of Nursing NAVI.

Area of Science:

• Obstetrics and Gynecology
• Nursing Education

Background:

• The Partogram is a crucial tool for monitoring labor progress.
• Understanding student nurses' interpretation of Partogram data is essential for improving obstetric care.
• Clinical judgment development in midwifery is a key area of focus.

Purpose of the Study:

• To examine the thinking processes of midwifery students regarding professional judgment and action.
• To analyze the application of Partogram interpretation in real-time labor management.
• To identify learning opportunities in midwifery education.

Main Methods:

• A qualitative analysis of the professional judgment and actions of 17 Midwifery students.
• Data collected over a 2-year period during 170 labor cases.
• Focus on the use of the Partogram as a clinical decision-making aid.

Main Results:

• Midwifery students demonstrated varied levels of proficiency in Partogram interpretation.
• Student actions were influenced by their cognitive processes and clinical experience.
• The study identified specific challenges in translating Partogram data into timely interventions.

Conclusions:

• Continuous mentorship and structured training are vital for enhancing student nurses' Partogram utilization.
• Improving Partogram interpretation skills can lead to better patient outcomes in labor.
• Further research should explore experienced nurses' decision-making processes.