Knowledge levels of midwives regarding the interpretation of cardiotocographs at labour units in KwaZulu-Natal public hospitals
Background: The primary purpose of cardiotocography is to detect early signs of intrapartum hypoxia and improve foetal outcomes. Intrapartum hypoxia remains the major cause of perinatal deaths during monitored labours. This is attributed to the midwives’ lack of knowledge and skills in the foetal im...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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AOSIS
2019-11-01
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| Series: | Curationis |
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| Online Access: | https://curationis.org.za/index.php/curationis/article/view/2007 |