Maternal experiences - caring for a preterm infant in vulnerable circumstances

This article looks at the challenges faced by isiXhosa-speaking mothers of having a preterm infant within the first 6 months of infancy, including feeding, general care and different cultural influences.

Educational Objectives

Educational Aim:
The aim of this article was to describe the experiences of these isiXhosa-speaking mothers (from poor socio-economic circumstances in the Western Cape province of South Africa) with regard to having, caring for and feeding their preterm infants within the first 6 months of the infant’s life.

Educational Outcomes:
Upon completion of this module practitioners should have a clear understanding of:

1. The risks to early development faced by South African preterm infants living in low socioeconomic circumstances.

2. The role of the primary caregiver surrounding development in early childhood.
3. The importance of early childhood intervention (ECI).
4. Niche and global influences of parental perceptions of childhood vulnerability (PPCV).
5. The interaction between prematurity and niche traditional/ceremonious practices.
6. The interaction between prematurity and niche traditional healthcare practices.
7. Supportive care for mothers feeding their preterm infants.
8. The value of patient support systems.
9. The need for continued cultural enlightenment for healthcare workers in a multicultural setting.

Instructions for this Module

• Read the supplied reading material and complete the quiz that follows;
• You have three attempts to pass the quiz;
• The pass grade is 70%;
• You need to pass the quiz to claim your CPD certificate;
• Please click on the CPD certificate link below to claim your CPD certificate and to update your CPD Manager.

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