Background
The population of interest involved healthcare professionals that deliver services women of child bearing age. Obstetricians, social workers, associate health practitioners, community nurses, physicians, and pediatricians were the study participants. The article targeted to alter and improve the practice of healthcare providers caring for pregnant women (Payne et al., 2011). It was discovered that only 25% of the health professionals delivered health messages to pregnant women about the effects of alcohol on the fetus.
Method
The authors systematically reviewed literature besides conducting interviews for selected participants. They used a large sample size to ensure validity and authenticity of the study. Focused groups (53 healthcare providers and 57 women) were selected and engaged in an extensive interview concerning the topic (Payne et al., 2011). The resources were sent to professionals via mails.
Effective indicators
The study used the previous survey to compare the results and maintain reliability. Educational materials registered a 31% increase in the number of healthcare workers who delivered health messages to pregnant mothers (Payne et al., 2011). The success of the study was determined by the number of settings that adopted the project. The study utilized qualitative and quantitative designs to assess efficacy.
Adoption indicators
The projected was adopted in the Western Australian Department of Health. It was integrated in Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services which demonstrated transition. The Australian Medical Association implemented the study and adapted it into practice settings (Payne et al., 2011). The involvement of participants from diverse organizations ensured the distribution of resources across many individuals in various locations.
Implementation indicators and Maintenance indicators
The response rate indicated that most health professionals reviewed the resources and utilized them in the care of pregnant mothers. A theoretical framework was also established that outlined the implementation of the project. The organizational settings embraced the health resources and introduced them to routine based programs. The organizations posted the health sources on the websites to ease accessibility—besides, the research institutions committed to updating resources in light of reviews and revisions (Payne et al., 2011). The healthcare professionals and women of childbearing age expressed their acknowledgment effectiveness of the new practices.
Results
The project covered 96.3% of the population of interest. It revealed significant potential in reducing prenatal alcohol exposure and fetal alcohol spectrum disorder if extensively adopted (Payne et al., 2011). An integrated supply of health resources would enhance the application of evidence-based practice.
References
Payne, J. M., France, K. E., Henley, N., D’Antoine, H. A., Bartu, A. E., O’Leary, C. M.,… & Geelhoed, E. (2011). RE-AIM evaluation of the alcohol and pregnancy project: educational resources to inform health professionals about prenatal alcohol exposure and fetal alcohol spectrum disorder. Evaluation & the Health professions, 34(1), 57-80. Web.
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