Developing algorithmic instruments to help providers and users to implement the new reproductive health care guidelines issued by the Ministry of Public Health of Ecuador

Abstract:

This project developed and tested algorithmic instruments to help providers to implement the new Reproductive Health Care Guidelines issued by the Ministry of Public Health of Ecuador with technical assistance from JHPIEGO. Two sets of instruments were designed: one to be used with women exposed to pregnancy and the other for obstetric care. The first set included an algorithmic flipchart and the second set included algorithmic posters. Prototypes of the flipchart and the poster concerning prenatal care were tested in service environments after which improvements were introduced and the final versions became available for immediate use. The tests included an assessment of (a) acceptance and use by providers and (b) their effect on service quality. Additionally, the untested posters and 15 pamphlets designed for users of family planning and reproductive health services were submitted to a validation and improvement on the basis of expert judgment. As part of the Dissemination Plan of INOPAL III, the Population Council made available to the Ministry of Health family planning/reproductive health flipcharts; posters on prenatal care, case management of obstetric emergencies, and perinatal health; as well as pamphlets for users for distribution at the national level..

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1998

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