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Poonam Joshi1, Ritu Pal2, Jamuna Rani R1
1College of Nursing, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Kalyani, West Bengal, India.
Background:
Breastfeeding is crucial for newborn health; however, India faces unique challenges in promoting breastfeeding. Nurses play a vital role in supporting breastfeeding, and their knowledge, attitudes, and skills are essential. This study aimed to assess the effectiveness of a blended learning approach in improving nurses' competencies in lactation and breastfeeding management.
Methods:
A quasi-experimental, one-group pre-test and post-test study was conducted with 129 newly appointed nurses at a tertiary care center in India. The intervention was a week-long blended learning program that included self-study materials, interactive sessions, and hands-on practice. Nurses' knowledge, attitudes, and skills were assessed before, immediately after, and three months post-intervention using structured questionnaires and observation checklists.
Results:
Nurses' knowledge scores significantly improved immediately post-intervention (24.7 ± 3.8) and were sustained at three months (24.2 ± 3.6) compared to pre-intervention (17.5 ± 4.9) (p < .001). The majority of nurses demonstrated a good attitude post-intervention (63.6%), which further increased at three months (79.1%). Skill scores related to positioning and attachment, management of breast problems, manual expression of milk, paladai feeding, and orogastric tube feeding significantly improved post-intervention and were maintained at three months after the intervention.
Conclusions:
The blended learning approach effectively improved nurses' knowledge, attitudes, and skills in lactation and breastfeeding management, with sustained competencies at three months post intervention. Implementing regular training programs and incorporating lactation education into nursing curricula can enhance nurses' capacity to support optimal breastfeeding. Future studies should explore the impact of these interventions on patient outcomes.
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