Factors Influencing Maternal Competence of Essential Newborn Care Among Postnatal Mothers in Low-Resource Setting

Emmanuel Chioma Blessing^1* & Rita Ramos, C.²

¹Nursing Science Department, Imo State University Owerri, Nigeria
²University of the Philippines Open University, Los Banos Philippines

Dr. Emmanuel Chioma Blessing, Nursing Science Department, Imo State University Owerri, Nigeria.

Keywords: Socio-Demographic; Maternal Competence; Postnatal Mothers; Newborn Care

Abstract

Every newborn needs essential care which must be initiated as soon as the baby is born and continued for at least the first month of life. In the absence or less of this care, new born morbidity and mortality may occur.
Objectives
To determine the level of maternal competence of essential new born care, identify factor influencing the maternal competence level of postnatal mothers, and examine the relationship between maternal competence and selected socio-demographic variables.

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