Background: The rates of cesarean section have increased significantly in recent decades. Postpartum
period is accompanied by significant changes in women's quality of life. These alterations can affect the
health of mothers and baby. Considering the importance of postnatal quality of life and its different
contributing factors, this study aimed to study the effect of utilization of self care guideline to promote
quality of life among women undergoing cesarean Section. Design: An intervention (Quasi-Experimental)
study was adopted. Setting: The study was conducted at postpartum unit of Maternity department in
Fayoum University Hospital. Sample: A purposive sample was used which included 120 mother in
postpartum department after cesarean section delivery. They were divided randomly into two groups: the
study group which recieved a self- care guideline while the control group received the routine care. Four
tools were used for data collection (A Structured interviewing questionnaire, Short Form questionnaire
included 35 items to assess women's quality of life, Self- Care diary scale and women's satisfaction" likert
scale). Results: showed that self- care guideline has apositive effect on improving the quality of life among
women undergoing cesarean Section. Conclusion: The results of the present can be used as a self care
guideline to positively enhance women's quality of life after cesarean section delivery. The study
recommended the importance of utilizing self care guideline as a part of routine care for postpartum women
in all Maternity hospital. |
