Labor progressive environment: An evidence-based approach to primary vaginal delivery
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Jessica Saint Clair, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC; Kenya Snowden, DNP, APRN, ACNP-BC, ANP-BC, FNP-C -- School of Nursing and Health Studies, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida, USA
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The rate of medically unnecessary primary cesarean sections is a growing epidemic in the United States with no measurable improvement in maternal/newborn outcomes. Implementation of a labor progressive environment that utilizes continuous labor support and evidence-based comfort tools and techniques can help promote the progression of labor towards vaginal delivery.
45th Biennial Convention 2019 Theme: Connect. Collaborate. Catalyze.
| Type | Presentation |
| Acquisition | Proxy-submission |
| Review Type | Abstract Review Only: Reviewed by Event Host |
| Format | Text-based Document |
| Evidence Level | N/A |
| Research Approach | N/A |
| Keywords | Cesarean Section; Pregnancy Outcomes; Vaginal Birth |
| Name | 45th Biennial Convention |
| Host | Sigma Theta Tau International |
| Location | Washington, DC, USA |
| Date | 2019 |
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