Evaluation of a Respectful Maternity Care Train-the-Trainer Workshop

Mistreatment during pregnancy by hospital staff contributes to patient dissatisfaction and poorer outcomes. To address this, the Florida Perinatal Quality Collaborative trained key clinicians across the state to facilitate respectful maternity care (RMC) workshops within their hospitals. This evaluation assessed participants: (a) changes in knowledge, attitudes, and self-efficacy and (b) feedback on acceptability, feasibility, and satisfaction. A pre- and posttest was administered. Results include 69 matched responses, mostly from nurses. Paired sample t test indicated significant change (p < .05) in RMC knowledge and attitudes, but no change in self-efficacy. Findings also suggest high acceptability, feasibility, and satisfaction. While RMC workshops were well-received and improved knowledge and attitudes, evaluations with more physician and midwife attendees are needed to assess a wider impact.