To Assess the Knowledge of Asha Workers about Birth Preparedness and Complication Readiness in Selected Phcs of Satara District

Abstract

Introduction: Birth Preparedness is a safe motherhood strategy that improves the utilization and effectiveness of MCH services.  The elements of Birth Preparedness are physical, psychological, social & financial preparation of the mother. Deprived section of the population easily approach to the ASHA who is the first health care person in the community.

 Methodology:  A descriptive study conducted on 100 ASHA workers in different PHC of Satara district, the samples were selected through Random sampling technique.

Results: Findings stated that 54% samples aware about BPCR and 15% ASHA workers has poor knowledge about this. Also samples has adequate knowledge of physical preparation for delivery but at the same time minimum sample has inadequate knowledge of concept of self-preparedness & psychological preparation for delivery

Conclusions: BPCR strategies easily reach to the mothers through the ASHA workers. She is key workers to deal with problems arising during pregnancy and emergency delivery.