Maternal mortality and morbidity among African American women in the United States: An integrative review
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Lucinda Canty, MSN, School of Nursing
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African American women experience higher rates of maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity compared to White women. The purpose of this integrative review was to identify the factors that contribute to racial and ethnic disparities and place African American Women at increased risk pregnancy-related mortality and severe pregnancy complications.
44th Biennial Convention 2017 Theme: Influence Through Action: Advancing Global Health, Nursing, and Midwifery.
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Acquisition | Proxy-submission |
Review Type | None: Event Material, Invited Presentation |
Format | Text-based Document |
Evidence Level | N/A |
Research Approach | N/A |
Keywords | African American Women; Health Disparities; Maternal Mortality and Morbidity |
Name | 44th Biennial Convention |
Host | Sigma Theta Tau International |
Location | Indianapolis, Indiana, USA |
Date | 2017 |
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