Citation
Berdichevsky, Karla; Tucker, Christine M.; Martinez, Alberto; & Miller, Suellen (2010). Acceptance of a New Technology for Management of Obstetric Hemorrhage: A Qualitative Study from Rural Mexico. Health Care for Women International, 31(5), 444-457.Abstract
We conducted a qualitative study to explore responses to a low-technology first-aid device for management of life-threatening obstetric hemorrhage in rural health facilities in Mexico. This entailed in-depth, semistructured interviews with clinical and administrative staff (n = 70) involved in pilot studies of the nonpneumatic antishock garment (NASG) at primary health care facilities and rural hospitals. We found that staffs' response fell into four categories: owning, doubting, resisting, and rejecting. Overall, there were positive reactions to the garment as a relevant technology for saving women's lives. Findings will be used for future implementation of the garment and other new technologies.URL
http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/07399330903518491Reference Type
Journal ArticleYear Published
2010Journal Title
Health Care for Women InternationalAuthor(s)
Berdichevsky, KarlaTucker, Christine M.
Martinez, Alberto
Miller, Suellen